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A sublime five-star return to nature

TRI Lake Koggala
BUILT AROUND AN ANCIENT BANYAN TREE on a promontory in Lake Koggala , TRI treats its guests to a truly unique experience of the natural world of Sri Lanka . Arriving guests are taken over to the hotel by boat , which immediately creates a lasting impression of exclusivity and peaceful seclusion . TRI is the island ’ s first hotel to seamlessly combine contemporary , cutting-edge design ( inspired by the Fibonacci sequence ), with total sustainability . Living walls , recycled wood , green roofs , solar-heated water , and locally-sourced materials not only help the ten rooms blend in with their lush lakeside position , but also maintain the local natural harmony . Guests can experience full immersion into Sri Lankan culture with yoga classes , the Ayurveda spa , and a range of other holistic treatments . Rooms at TRI are split-level , with the bed higher up to give a greater sense of space and enhance the spectacular views . Glass walls are combined with opaque dividers to create a balance between essential privacy and stunning tropical panoramas . A further three rooms are housed inside the unique central Water Tower , which has cinnamon wood walls and is surrounded by a spiral-shaped pool . In addition to the main 21m infinity swimming pool , the infinity pools on the terraces of the larger rooms become surreally sublime due to their lagoon-side , treetop position . The high-altitude yoga Shala is suspended above a bamboo grove . TRI ’ s immersive experience continues in the lake kayaking facilities , temple visit excursions , and private beach club on Kabalana Beach . Those staying for longer may want to embark on a whale-watching trip . Though only opened in December 2015 , TRI has quickly become an essential port-of-call when touring Sri Lanka .
Villa at TRI
Private infinity pool with lake views
TRI EXH1885 Expressions Holidays includes scheduled flights with Sri Lankan London to Colombo return in economy , private car transfers , bed and breakfast based on two people sharing a double or twin room .
This hotel is usually included as part of a touring holiday . Prices are available on request .
Elevated private villas at TRI
Terrace and infinity pool at TRI
Hotel facts
Location On the banks of Lake Koggala , 29km from Galle , 141km from Colombo . Distance from airport 165km , about a 2.5 hour drive away . Local interest Historic Galle Fort , daily market and shops in Galle , Turtle Hatchery , Tea factory at Handunugoda , Hiyare Rainforest and Kottawe Nature Reserve , Samakanda organic farm ; Buddhist temples , Unuwatuna Beach and other south coast beaches . Activities nearby Boat trips and water sports on Koggala Lake , Cycling on minor roads and tracks , Snorkelling , scuba diving , sailing , Deep sea fishing , Whale watching and dolphin watching ( 10km away on the coast ). Nearest shops and restaurants Habaraduwa 10km , Galle 29km , Ahangama 8km . Child policy Only children above the age of 12 are permitted . Suites and family rooms can accommodate 4 guests , and additional beds can be added to suites and villas . Category Luxury-indulgence .
Facilities at the hotel
21m pool , gourmet restaurant , library , yoga Shala , steam cavern , tailor-made Ayurveda spa treatments , exercise bikes , holistic parkour circuit , and personal trainers .
Accommodation
Number of rooms 13 . All rooms have an eco-friendly focus . Water Tower Room . Lake Suite . Family Villa . Tri Villa . Lake Villa . Lake Villa with Pool .
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