EIGHT The Residence

This cozy five bedroom private residence in central Colombo is a 45-minute drive from Bandaranayake International Airport. The charming space is outfitted with plushy sofas, a private collection of antique betel cutters—made from polished copper plates and wood—and there’s a 12-meter pool at the centre of the residence. Rates start at US$85 (S$106) for a room and US$410 ($511) for the whole house.