Why House

After a multi-stop tour round Sri Lanka we knew we wanted to end up at the Why House. Why? Tranquility, a warm welcome from Henrietta and the great staff, the beautiful environment and rooms, and the proximity to beaches and Galle. Our kids adore it and were so excited to be back. It didn’t disappoint. Henrietta greeted us like long lost friends, the food was even better than previous visits (the tuna and the Weligama chicken were sensational) and our double room villa near the pool was genuinely stunning. Things don’t stand still despite the timeless, elegant feel of the place - and since our last visit the gym had arrived plus Netflix in the rooms (not that we spent much time there). The atmosphere and easy nature of the place are impossible to better. Nothing is any trouble, you can be as sociable or antisocial as you want to be, you can chill for the day and eat all meals there, or can just use it as a base. All in all it’s a slice of heaven at the tip of a magical island. We are already planning to return in two years time.

Utter heaven! This boutique hotel within beautiful gardens has rooms in the main building and tucked away around the grounds 15 minutes from the hustle and bustle or Galle. Incredibly comfortable rooms, private terraces, and a large enticing pool. This was the highlight of our trip where we totally relaxed knowing we were in good hands. Henrietta and her wonderful team ensure nothing is too much trouble with their attention to detail and utter charm. We had to tear ourselves away.

De locatie is schitterend. Mooie grote kamers en badkamer met airco, heerlijk zwembad met voldoende ligbedden in de schaduw en het ontbijt is fantastisch. De gastvrouw is ook echt geweldig en als je hier verblijft, doe zeker ook een keer het dinner mee. Beste dinner dat wij hebben gehad op Sri Lanka!

We had an incredible time at Why House, its the most magical place, the staff are amazing, nothing is too much trouble The room was incredible, furnished beautifully, as is the whole hotel It is set in the most beautiful grounds, and is very close to Galle We can't wait to go back again, its so serene , peaceful and relaxing, didnt want to go home!

We stayed here for 2 nights as the first stop of our Sri Lanka tour and it was the perfect place to settle into Sri Lankan life. Mathu and all the staff went above and beyond. Our room was beautiful and the beds comfy. The bathroom had all the amenities you could want. The breakfast looked over the stunning pool and the options were endless, fresh fruits and granola, avo toast, power bowl, dahl. The hotel is family friendly and they were so accommodating and kind to our children.

From the moment we arrived at Why House and were so warmly welcomed by Henrietta, we knew it was somewhere very special. Very comfortable rooms, beautiful gardens, fabulous pool and of course, the food….which is utterly delicious! Henrietta and her team are exceptional - it appears that nothing is too much trouble. Always on hand to help or offer suggestions for things to see and do, but in a wonderfully relaxed and friendly way. Thank you for a couple of very happy days!