Are you planning a post-COVID trip to Sri Lanka in the near future? As of the new rules and regulations for 2021, you need to book a “Level 1 safe and secure hotel” for your accommodation. This is a quite important rule which helps to ensure the maximum safety of Sri Lankan visitors. At present, there are over 200 certified Level 1 hotels of various categories from cheaper guesthouses to luxury five-star resorts. If you are looking for Level 1 certified hotels in Sri Lanka, you have to select a suitable one from this list.
What are Level 1 Certified Hotels?
Level 1 safe & secure hotels are specially certified hotels, where increased hygienic measures and other rules are applied to avoid spreading COVID-19. The hotel will help you to arrange transport from the airport. If you are a non-vaccinated traveler, you can wait for the PCR test result in a Level 1 hotel. You can travel in Sri Lanka under this bio bubble scheme and the hotel will make all facilities and transport. You can visit approved tourist sites at the given time for 14 days until clearing the final PCR test.
How to find Level 1 Certified Hotels?
You can find a list of Level 1 hotels on the Sri Lanka Hello Again website. This list has the name of the hotel, address, and contact. You can open the hotel website and check the conditions, whether it is a five-star hotel, villa, or guest house. Then you can make a reservation directly with the hotel to arrange your trip to enter Sri Lanka.
But it is an exhausting task to select the best hotels on this lengthy list. Therefore, we are going to give you a helping hand by sharing the details of the 25 best level 1 certified hotels in Sri Lanka. These selected hotels are located in major touristic cities, covering the whole island. All hotels mentioned here are reviewed as superb by the visitors in booking.com. They have a review score of 9+ and locate in a lovely, scenic environment. You can view lots of beautiful pictures and book your accommodations directly through the given link.
1. Sigiriya Kings Resort
Located in world heritage Sigiriya, just 1.7 km from Pidurangala Rock, this is an ideal spot to stay closer to Sigiriya. It gives a fantastic view of both Sigiriya & Pidurangala rocks.
2. Hotel Sigiriya
Featuring the best view of Lion’s Rock, this hotel offers an epic photogenic spot to capture Insta-worthy snaps. From the outdoor pool, you can get a fascinating view of Sigiriya.
3. Yala Chena Huts
Chena Huts is an eco-tourism hotspot just 5-minute away from Yala National Park. It offers a chance to see the amazing wildlife with the finest views of the untamed wilderness.
4. Gal Oya Lodge
If you are visiting Gal Oya National Park which offers an adventurous boat safari, this lodge provides the best accommodation in a tranquil environment in Galgamuwa.
5. Stafford Bungalow in Nuwara Eliya
Located in Ragala, 20 km away from the Nuwara Eliya or Sri Lanka’s Little England, this colonial-type hotel offers spectacular views of the mountains in the hill country.
6. Whisky Point Resort in Arugam Bay
Situated in charming Arugam Bay on the eastern coast, the surfing capital of Sri Lanka, Whisky Point offers the best accommodation for surf lovers.
7. KK Beach in Galle
Just 10 km from historical Galle city, and 7 km from stunning Unawatuna beach, this is a nice place to relax on the lovely beachfront.
8. Tabula Rasa Resort in Koggala
Set in picturesque Koggala Beach Park, this is a good place to chill on the beach. Just 12 km from Galle city, it gives easy access to both Weligama and Mirissa beaches.
9. The Sandhya in Ahangama
Just closer to the world-famous Mirissa beach, this hotel offers a marvelous view of the Indian Ocean. Located in a charming environment, it is an ideal place to catch some waves.
10. Riff Hikkaduwa
This is one of the best beach hotels with direct beach access to the world-famous Hikkaduwa Marine National Park.
11. White Sand Villa in Hikkaduwa
Located just 2.3 km from Hikkaduwa Beach, this is one of the nice beach hotels in the area.
12. Taru Villas 906 in Hikkaduwa
Set in stunning beach Hikkaduwa, Taru Villas offers accommodation with access to the beach and a lovely garden with an outdoor pool.
13. Three Gables Villa in Mirissa
Featuring a private beach area in the world-famous prime whale-watching spot Mirissa, this is a lovely hotel for your stay.
14. Sharavi Beach Villas in Mirissa
Located just 3 km from whale-watching hotspot Mirissa beach, this beachfront accommodation offers luxurious facilities.
15. Anantara Peace Haven in Tangalle
Featuring a mesmerizing secluded beachfront, this resort is located on a cliff with panoramic sea views in Tangalle.
16. Anantamaa Hotel in Trincomalee
If you are heading to the eastern coast, Anantamaa Hotel is one of the best hotels in the area. Tucked away in Trincomalee, it is located just steps away from the beach.
17. Nilaveli Beach Resort
Set in the pure white soft sands of stunning Nilaveli Beach, this tranquil resort is one of the ideal spots on the eastern coast.
18. Trincomalee Beach Resort
Set in beautiful Uppuveli beach closer to Trincomalee, this resort offers accommodation with luxurious facilities on the eastern coast.
19. Talalla Beach House
Talalla Bay Beach House has located just steps from the hidden gem, Talalla Bay. It provides clean and comfortable accommodation with beach access on the southern coast.
20. Sea Rock Villa in Bentota
Just a 5-minute drive from Bentota, this lovely hotel boasts a private beach area and a beautiful spacious garden.
21. Nor Lanka in Unawatuna
Offering the best facilities with a restaurant, Nor Lanka Hotel is located just 200 m from beautiful Unawatuna Beach.
22. Soul Resorts in Dickwella
Spreads on a sprawling 2 acres of beachfront land Soul Resorts offers great tranquility in Dickwella South, just 15 km from Tangalle.
23. Wind Blend Kite Resorts in Kalpitiya
If you are heading to remote Kalpitiya beach for kitesurfing, this hotel provides exceptional, natural accommodation in the area.
24. Elements Beach Resort in Kalpitiya
The rustic bungalows of this resort offer many adventurous activities on Kalpitiya beach. From November to March, you can watch dolphins and whales. From May to September, guests can enjoy kitesurfing in the strong winds.
25. Silva Wind Resort in Kalpitiya
Located in the kitesurfing capital Kalpitiya, this resort offers an eco-friendly, unique experience for visitors.
We hope this list will help you to find safe & secure level 1 certified hotels in Sri Lanka. If these mentioned hotels don’t appeal to you, you can try booking.com directly. Enter Level 1 when searching or selecting the filter “Accommodation with health and safety measures”. Otherwise, try to look at the list of Level 1 hotels on the Sri Lanka tourism website. Although the list is really wide, you can find many other nice hotels. We wish you good luck in choosing the right place and have a pleasant stay in Sri Lanka.!
