Tri by Amaya

Having stayed at multiple resorts & hotels across Sri Lanka over a period of one and a half weeks, Tri by Amaya takes the win for the best stay overall for my wife and I. Situated at the edge of the Koggalla lake, the property is spread across 6.5 acres, and all the villas and the common area with it’s infinity pool and bar have an extensive frontage of the lake. 10/10 on the location and overall layout. We were immediately greeted by the General Manager Dinesh and his team upon arrival. From there on for the next 3 days, the entire team seemed to be only focussed on finding out what’d make our stay comfortable and special and then delivering on it. Without grand expectations I informed Dinesh that my wife and I were celebrating our Anniversary on Day 2 of our stay at Tri. I was immediately rounded up by the manager Mr. Harsha, the Chef, Mr. Camil and GM Dinesh to plan out the day with couple’s activities and surprises for the wifey. Day 2, started with a relaxing 90 mins couple’s massage at the Spa after a sumptuous breakfast, followed by a light lunch and drinks at the Villa. At 4 PM we hopped on for a 1.5 hour long Boat ride in the lake accompanied by supervisor, Mr. Pobuddu, who had arranged for a chilled bottle of Chilean Merlot that we sipped on while sailing across the vast lake and passing by 4-5 tiny islands inside the lake, which again was a surprise for the wifey. We stopped over at the Cinnamon island where a few families grow and sell Cinnamon. Overall, Mr. Pobuddu’s knowledge on the local ecosystem, and it’s history made for interesting conversations on the boat. We were lucky to spot a seaplane take off up close while sailing back to the resort. Later in the evening, after taking a dip in the plunge pool at the Villa (which to our surprise was re-cleaned while we were away on the Boat ride), we headed back to the common area for dinner. Harsha and team had setup a private dinner for us at the edge of the Jetty overlooking the lake, which again was a surprise for the wifey, and was immediately greeted by a smile of excitement and appreciation on her face. As if the ambience wasn’t any less overwhelming, the all vegetarian dinner prepared by Chef Camil torpedoed our plans to drink away the night. The veggie pizza, the napoli spaghetti and the veggie burger all of which weren’t on the menu, and the highlight - the eggless chocolate cake (another surprise for the wife), absolutely blew our minds, and also left the wifey impressed and stuffed, who later, also tried to convince the Chef to put those items on menu permanently. We spent the rest of our time at the lake facing villa with a plunge pool, with full height windows, and a running balcony facing the lake with seating, which was absolutely perfect to say the least. An attempt to extend our stay by a day and skip 1 night in Colombo failed unfortunately as the Villa was already booked by other guests. All in all, felt pretty lucky and happy that Tri happened at the very

The hidden gem in the Ceylon Cinnamon Country. Nestled in a lush Cinnamon plantation on the banks of a large water expanse of the Koggala stream was a treat for calming senses. Delicious food prepared then and there from lical produce. Tea with cinnamon powder sprinkle out of this world!

Our stay at Tri by Koggala was nothing short of amazing! We spent two nights in a stunning lake-view suite, completely surrounded by nature’s beauty and peaceful vibes. The view of the lake was absolutely breathtaking—it felt like we were living in a postcard. What made it even more special was the incredible staff. Shane, Harsha, and Kasun were so warm and accommodating, making sure every little detail was perfect. If you’re craving a break from the hustle and want to unwind in pure tranquility, this eco-luxury retreat is the place to be!

Tri Koggala is a fantastic and quiet place in the middle of the jungle. The service is amazing! The hotel and surroundings are beautiful. 10 min drive to the beach by Tuk Tuk. Thank you for a wonderful stay! Hopefully we will be coming back. // Simon and Caroline

This hotel is a hidden gem, nestled on the shores of a breathtakingly beautiful and peaceful lake. Private villas and suites are seamlessly integrated into lush vegetation, home to vibrant birdlife, playful squirrels, and the occasional varan. The architecture is captivating, the cleanliness impeccable, and touches like the gym, the library make the stay even more comfortable. The stunning infinity pool is a highlight, while the restaurant serves a creative mix of traditional Sri Lankan and western dishes, with fresh local ingredients—including prawns straight from the lake—all at reasonable prices.

You sometimes find hotels that are just perfect and Tri by Koggala is surely one of them. From the entrance we understood that this is a very peaceful property that is away from the Noice and business of the towns. We were greeted with great smiles and everyone was so nice to us. I came with my wife to celebrate my birthday and the hotel staff was extra kind to allow us even early check-in. I had read from the reviews that the food was amazing and I was still surprised at how delicious the food was. Every bite was splendid and we will surely miss this food. We also went on a fabulous boat ride around the islands and the staff accompanied us were very good with their explanations. The next day morning was my birthday and the hotel staff had done an amazing decoration near the lake which allowed us to take some stunning birthday pictures. We took many pictures around the property and had the best birthday celebration possible. My wife accidentally broke a glass and we offered to pay for it but the staff was so nice to say no and allowed us to stay past our regular 11 checkout time as well just for us to enjoy the day a bit more. I am extremely delighted that I picked Tri by Koggala for my birthday and will surely visit this serene place again soon. It's a must visit place in Sri Lanka for the view and the hospitality.