Santani Wellness Resort & Spa
Werapitiya, Sri Lanka
Set on 116 acres of jungle and rolling hills in Sri Lanka's spiritual heartland, about an hour from Kandy, this resort seamlessly integrates sustainable architecture into the natural surroundings. Recognized by Condé Nast Traveler and Time Magazine, the award-winning destination offers personalized wellness journeys rooted in ancient Ayurvedic traditions and modern practices.
Rooms and suites
Accommodation includes 16 Mountain View Chalets and 4 Garden View Chalets, inspired by the traditional Sri Lankan "ambalama" or resting place. Each chalet is designed for mindful relaxation, featuring natural ventilation and minimalist interiors with floor-to-ceiling windows offering panoramic views of the Dumbara hills. Guests appreciating expansive vistas will enjoy the elevated Mountain View Chalets, while those seeking a more intimate setting might prefer the Garden View Chalets surrounded by greenery. Wi-Fi is available upon request, promoting a digital detox.
Amenities and experiences
Tri-level spa offering hydrotherapy facilities such as steam room, cedar wood sauna with panoramic views, open-air thermal salt soak pool, personalized Ayurvedic treatments, yoga sessions, meditation programs.
Restaurant serving gourmet wellness cuisine inspired by Ayurvedic concept of Rasa Haya (six tastes), with personalized menus tailored to your body type and wellness goals.
Guided excursions to waterfalls, mountain treks, walks along the Hulu River.
16-meter lap pool with mountain views.
Shared spaces without Wi-Fi to promote engagement with surroundings; Wi-Fi available in chalets upon request.
15-seat theater for film screenings.
Outdoor sitting areas with bonfires.
Fresh juices and herbal teas, laundry services, healthy living guidance.
How to get here
Situated about an hour's drive east of Kandy, the resort is approximately four hours by car from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) in Colombo. Private transfers can be arranged. For a quicker journey, helicopter transfers to Dunhinna School grounds, followed by a 15-minute drive, are an option. Seaplane services to Digana Golf Course or Polgolla on the Mahaweli River provide alternative routes, each with a 45-minute transfer to the property.
