Facilities: An ‘infinity edge’ sea water swimming pool appears to merge with the Indian Ocean below. Cascading gardens on the headland offer a variety of locations to appreciate the view.

Restaurants and Bars: A choice of restaurants overlooking the pool and sea beyond, ‘terrace’ restaurant open for breakfast, lunch and a weekly barbeque, the main restaurant open evenings serving a four course set dinner. Two bars, the lounge bar and panoramic bar on the roof with views out to sea.

Sports and health: Fully equipped gymnasium, sauna and steam room.

Accommodation: 27 luxuriously appointed air-conditioned villa-suites designed in traditional Sri Lankan style positioned to give spectacular views of the shoreline and sea. Each suite has a balcony or terrace with sleeping area, lounge area, dressing room open-air bathroom, individual air-conditioning, satellite television, minibar and safe. Deluxe suites have in addition a 22ft long swimming pool.

Official category: Five star.

Transfer time from Colombo: Three and a half hours