Residence by Uga Escapes
Opulent colonial courtyard boutique



A big name at the forefront of Sri Lanka’s rapid hotel renaissance, Uga Escapes boasts a five-resort strong portfolio of lodgings across the Indian Ocean isle. This 1800s-built boutique in the heart of Colombo, exudes a colonial regality, its Victorian townhouse home to 11 suites ensconced in leafy gardens and courtyards that make for a peaceful retreat at the heart of the city.
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