Bellini Blue makes for the ideal couple’s escape but is also suited for families. It has a master bedroom suite and a twin room which is often set aside for children. Set within an utterly tranquil environment, it’s around 15 minutes away from the Galle Fort.

Enjoy this five-bedroom tropical beach house made up of luxurious suites in individual chalets. There’s a 50-meter pool to relax in as well an entire acre of land to explore. Ideal for families and groups of friends: up to eight adults and eight children can stay here.

This beach-front villa perched in Habaraduwa consists of four A/C bedrooms each with an en-suite bathroom and plush modern amenities. This property is best suited to children over the age of ten.

Handugoda House, which is just 15 minutes away from Galle Fort, comes with three en-suite double rooms. This modern property has incorporated Sri Lankan design and culture in every corner. Children of all ages are welcome.

There are five majestic rooms within this villa, which is set within a two-acre tropical garden and has a vast, open courtyard that is a wonderfully tranquil place to unwind. This stylish, colonial villa has a staff of just six, and is open to families.

Ishq is an airy four-bedroom beachfront villa in Talpe designed by acclaimed architect Bruce Fell Smith in the 1990s. Offering guests style, comfort and a beautiful space to fall in love with Sri Lanka, Ishq will perfectly suit families travelling with children.

Like most other properties in this area, Ivory House is inspired by the Dutch colonial architecture. This 70-year-old property, which underwent a recent renovation, was built to exacerbate the beautiful views of its surroundings. Children over five are welcome.

The four A/C double-bedrooms which overlook the expansive ocean beyond are designed with a deliberate earthy charm. There’s ample space to lounge about in, and the in-house staff ensure that you are perfectly taken care of. A maximum of two children under 12 are allowed.

Kikili Beach has just one bedroom, providing its guests with total privacy. It has an en-suite bathroom, A/C and is decorated with a vast array of vibrant colors. Though best for couples or solo travelers, children can be accommodated too.

Mandalay is a property with two pavilions, one containing the bedrooms and the other housing the living spaces. It can accommodate up to six people, two of whom can be children. However, it’s best for couples, groups of friends or families with teenagers.