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Cape
Weligama Luxury clifftop resort in Sri Lanka

Where trade winds carried legendary explorers like Marco Polo, Ibn Battuta and Fa-Hsien past Sri Lanka's soaring southern cliffs on some of history's most celebrated nautical journeys, Cape Weligama has become the most celebrated resort along this fabled island's palm-fringed shores. The golden sun rising from the east. The morning calling of our peacocks. The rolling ocean below. The coconut trees swaying to the salty breeze. Pause and reset. From the palm-fringed shores, tropical gardens, and pampering villas and suites that blend into our headland, Cape Weligama is your own slice of paradise. The gateway to southern Sri Lanka envelops you in a world of culture, community and cuisine.


Cape Weligama is a member of the prestigious Relais & Chateaux association of unique hotels and restaurants owned and operated by independent entrepreneurs – most often families – who are passionate about their craft and deeply committed to forging warm, lasting relationships with their guests.

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Cape Weligama, the celebrated Relais & Châteaux property and part of Resplendent Ceylon, is delighted to announce a deep refresh in celebration of its 10th anniversary. Cape will reopen Dec 2 with upgraded facilities and services to cement its position as the foremost luxury beach destination in Sri Lanka and the Jewel of the South Coast.

Our Villas and Suites

Nestled into the natural slopes atop Cape Weligama’s striking headland, a collection of 39 Suites and Villas create the welcoming illusion of a traditional Sri Lankan village. Yet beneath local terracotta-tiled rooftops, stylish interiors unfold as generously sized contemporary living quarters, surrounded by tropical gardens, named after a distinguished explorer or writer whose historic Ceylon journey captures the spirit of Cape Weligama. All accommodations enjoy a large terrace with dining and in-room spa facilities, spacious walk-in wardrobes, Sonos wireless audio, handmade Ophir toiletries, a steam room & large bathrooms with twin vanities and a stone tub.

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Each dish curated by our team of chefs is a thoughtful amalgamation of their own spin on hyperlocal produce and ingredients. Every opportunity to dine is both an excuse to indulge and also experience gastronomy at its finest.

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Discover the Gateway to the South

From guided tours of historic Galle Fort, to private whale watching and ocean adventures, Cape Weligama promises to immerse you into the beating heart of Sri Lanka’s famed Southern Coast.

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Come explore Sri Lanka’s vibrant Southern Coast Resplendent Experiences

Our experiences are mindfully curated to offer an authentic, intimate exploration into the essence of Sri Lanka. We also offer activities with healthy doses of fun, adventure and pampering, along with a holistic wellness offering for guests to escape their urban life and soothe mind, body, and soul. A selection of engaging activities for families – with a special selection for kids – are on hand as well, to round out the perfect getaway.

* All experiences will be subject to availability and weather conditions if relevant.

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Curating Meaningful Journeys

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Our values and vision are inspired by our Founders, the Fernando family, who believe that business is a matter of human service. Our portfolio of resorts are located in scenic and environmentally sensitive areas, enabling us to drive our sustainability agenda across Climate Action, Land & Sea and People & Culture.

Cape Weligama is an oceanfront resort spanning across 12 acres of tropical garden. With five of the World’s seven species of sea turtles nesting along this coastline and a migration channel for blue and sperm whales a mere mile offshore, our resort is a cetacean enthusiast’s paradise. A historic fishing village, much of the local community is heavily dependent on fisheries and marine-based tourism activities for their livelihood. Whether you’d like to indulge in the rich cultural heritage or surf Weligama’s famous waves, Cape Weligama provides the most idyllic setting.

Merrill J. Fernando 1930 - 2023: The Passing of an Icon

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Explore our Island of Treasures

Known as Ceylon until 1972, Sri Lanka means Resplendent Island. Just off the southern tip of India, the island is about the size of Ireland and home to 20 million people. The small island packs in a continent’s worth of attractions with 8 UNESCO world heritage sites, mountainous tea country, spectacular wildlife, epic food, and breathtaking coastlines combine to form a tapestry, filled with intriguing characters that bring the story of today’s Sri Lanka to life. The country has a rich cultural heritage with its strategic location along the ancient silk route. Ancient Greeks called it Taprobane, Persians and Arabs referred to it as Serendib, the origin of the word “serendipity”.

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