Mirissa Hills in Matara

Set on a working cinnamon plantation, this polished, secluded resort featuring artwork is a 20-minute walk from the nearest beach on the Indian Ocean and 11 minutes' walk from Polwathumodara train station.Airy, understated rooms in a cinnamon museum provide air-conditioning. An elegant 3-bedroom bungalow has fans, mosquito nets and a dining room, as well as a kitchen. A 4-bedroom villa adds a terrace, an outdoor pool and ocean views.As well as the museum, there's a courtyard with a bar. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are available, as are bike and kayak rentals. Minimum-stay rules apply.