ÀNI Sri Lanka
Tangalle

ĀNI Sri Lanka is a sleek, contemporary estate designed by Paris-based architect Reda Amalou, poised on a pristine stretch of Sri Lanka’s south coast near Dikwella. Opened in autumn 2015, this extraordinary private resort combines the feel of an ultra-exclusive boutique hotel with the intimacy and flexibility of a private villa, available only for exclusive hire.

Set across five manicured acres that once would have been reserved for billionaires and oligarchs, ĀNI Sri Lanka is a rare find, a 15-suite beachfront estate with the kind of design, service and setting usually seen in glossy editorials. It sits just along the coast from Amanwella in Tangalle, but here, the entire estate is yours. Whether you're planning a milestone celebration, a multi-generational escape or simply seeking total privacy in paradise, this is the kind of place where every detail is personalised and every whim is anticipated.

The estate is divided into two sleek living areas, the Villa Monara and Villa Divia, both offering panoramic ocean views and elegant indoor-outdoor living. All suites are air-conditioned, beautifully appointed and designed in a minimalist tropical style, blending natural textures with crisp, clean lines. The shared spaces include two expansive infinity pools, shaded outdoor lounges and elegant dining areas ideal for long, leisurely meals.

But it's not just the architecture or location that sets ĀNI Sri Lanka apart, but the exceptional level of service. A full staff of 30 includes private chefs, butlers, housekeepers, spa therapists, a children's activities coordinator, personal trainers, yoga instructors and 24/7 security, all on hand to tailor every aspect of your stay. Meals are fully bespoke, designed around your preferences, with dishes ranging from Sri Lankan curries and fresh seafood to Mediterranean feasts and wood-fired pizzas.

There’s no shortage of things to do on-site; enjoy the state-of-the-art fitness centre, play a match on the tennis court, unwind with a massage in the spa pavilion or take in the views during a morning yoga session. The estate also includes a shuffleboard court, waterslides for the kids, and bikes to explore the surrounding village paths.

Beyond the grounds, the concierge can arrange an array of curated experiences, from whale watching excursions and surfing lessons, to tours of nearby national parks and wildlife reserves, tea estate visits and cultural experiences that bring you closer to the rhythm of Sri Lankan life.

Families are especially well catered to, with daily children’s programmes that include arts and crafts, outdoor adventures and cooking classes, all supervised and creatively curated.

Whether you’re here for a week of wellness and sunshine or planning a beachfront wedding or anniversary celebration, ĀNI Sri Lanka is an unforgettable blend of contemporary design, warm hospitality and unfiltered natural beauty, a private paradise designed entirely around you.

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