In a former Prime Ministers\’ residence dating from 1930, this lavish boutique hotel is set among gardens. It\’s 2 km from both the Colombo National Museum and Gangaramaya Temple. The 10 elegant suites provide free Wi-Fi, flat-screens and DVD players, as well as minibars, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. All have living areas, 4-poster beds and designer toiletries; some add private terraces with plunge pools. Room service is offered.