Nilaveli Beach · Trincomalee, Sri Lanka · Adults Only
Surrender to the
Sea
28 private ocean villas. An intimate adults-only escape where every
morning begins with the sound of waves and the Indian Ocean stretches
endlessly before you.
Seagrass Cove was founded by Anura and Preethi Perera — a Sri
Lankan couple who returned home after years abroad with a singular
vision: to create the beach resort they had always wanted to visit
but could never find. Small enough to feel like a private home.
Beautiful enough to take your breath away. Rooted deeply in the
rhythms of coastal Sri Lankan life.
They chose Nilaveli for its uninterrupted shoreline, its
reef-clear waters, and the quiet sense of discovery still alive
here, far from the crowded south coast. Fifteen years later, the
resort remains family-owned and family-run. It has never been
sold. It never will be.
28Private Villas
180mPrivate Beach
5 ★Boutique · Adults-Only
FamilyOwned & Operated
Guest Voices
What Our Guests Say
TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence · 2022 & 2023
★★★★★
"We've traveled to the Maldives, Bali, and Santorini — Seagrass
Cove surpassed all of them. The Beachfront Villa was the most
beautiful room we've ever stayed in."
Sarah & Tom H. · London, UK
★★★★★
"The kind of place that makes you wonder why you ever stayed
anywhere else. The staff remembered our names by day one, our
coffee order by day two."
Marcus L. · Sydney, Australia
★★★★★
"We came for our honeymoon and have already booked to return for
our anniversary. The Cove Spa is extraordinary — the Ayurvedic
ritual is unlike anything we've experienced."
Priya & Dev N. · Dubai, UAE
★★★★★
"Absolutely flawless. The beach, the food, the silence. Tidal
Restaurant's grilled crab is the best thing I've eaten in my life."
Claire F. · Paris, France
Accommodations
Your Private Shore
Each of our 28 villas is a world apart — designed for two, built for
silence, positioned to frame the Indian Ocean from every room. Teak
floors, open-air rain showers, and handwoven linens create a space
that is at once deeply local and effortlessly luxurious.
All villas face the ocean or gardens — no road-facing rooms. Every
booking includes daily breakfast and a sunset welcome drink.
Resort Facilities
The Art of Doing Nothing
At Seagrass Cove, the finest amenity is time itself. But for those who
seek it, every pleasure has been considered — from the 40-metre
infinity pool that spills into the horizon, to the overwater spa above
the lagoon.
Featured · The Infinity Pool
Forty Metres of Horizon
"Forty metres of still water, suspended between the palms and the
Indian Ocean. At dusk, the pool lights shift from cool turquoise
to deep amber, and the line between water and sky disappears
entirely."
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Infinity Pool
Our 40-metre pool appears to merge with the Indian Ocean. Open sunrise to midnight. Poolside cocktails from noon.
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Tidal Restaurant
Beachfront fine dining — Sri Lankan coastal cuisine with French technique. Dinner nightly; al fresco breakfast every morning.
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The Driftwood Bar
Barefoot beach bar with craft cocktails, arrack infusions, and live acoustic music Friday and Saturday evenings.
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Cove Spa
Six-room overwater spa offering Ayurvedic therapies, hot stone massage, and signature thalassotherapy rituals.
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Water Sports Centre
Snorkeling, kayaking, SUP, and guided reef dives available daily. Glass-bottom boat excursions twice per day.
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Sunrise Yoga
Open-air pavilion on the beach headland. Morning yoga daily at 6:30 AM with our resident instructor.
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Private Boat Charters
Half-day and full-day trips to Pigeon Island, whale watching, and sunset cruises with catered picnics.
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24-Hour Butler
Full butler service for Beachfront Villa and Cove Residence guests. 24-hour concierge for all guests.
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In-Villa Dining
Full à-la-carte menu in all villas, 7 AM to 11 PM. Private beach dinners with candles and a server, by arrangement.
Restaurants & Bars
Food, Fire & the Sea
Tidal Restaurant
Beachfront Fine Dining · Open Nightly from 6:30 PM
Chef Roshan Fernando leads a menu rooted in the spice routes of
the Indian Ocean — wood-fired red snapper, slow-cooked crab curry,
tuna crudo with lime leaf and coconut cream. Breakfast served al
fresco every morning with freshly baked hoppers, tropical fruits,
and made-to-order eggs.
The Driftwood Bar
Beach Bar · No Reservations Required
Barefoot. No reservations. Just the sand, the sea, and some of the
best cocktails on the island. Local arrack infused with pandan,
ginger, and fresh coconut alongside classic cocktails and a
curated wine list. Live acoustic music Friday and Saturday
evenings from 8 PM.
In-Villa Dining
Private · 7 AM – 11 PM Daily
The full Tidal menu delivered to your villa at any hour. Private
beach dinners arranged with 24 hours' notice — candles, lanterns,
and a dedicated server included. The shore is yours.
Experiences
Beyond the Villa
Nilaveli and the wider Trincomalee coast offer some of Sri Lanka's
most extraordinary natural and cultural experiences — most of them
on your doorstep. Our concierge team arranges everything, from a
dawn dive at Pigeon Island to a sunset cruise along the Indian Ocean.
Whether you seek the silence of an ancient clifftop temple, the
thrill of the open ocean, or simply the pleasure of watching a
whale break the surface — the experiences here are unlike anywhere
else in the world.
Just 1 km offshore — one of Sri Lanka's finest marine sanctuaries with vibrant corals and blacktip reef sharks.
Ocean Wildlife
Blue Whale Watching
These waters off Trincomalee are world-renowned for blue and sperm whale sightings, especially February through April.
Culture & Heritage
Koneswaram Temple
Perched dramatically on Swami Rock above Trincomalee harbour — a sacred clifftop temple with breathtaking ocean views.
Active
Sea Kayaking & SUP
Paddle along the pristine Nilaveli shoreline at your own pace. Equipment and guided tours at sunrise and sunset.
Relaxation
Private Sunset Cruise
Drift along the golden coastline on a private chartered dhow. Champagne, canapés, and the Indian Ocean at dusk.
Wellness
Sunrise Beach Yoga
Begin each morning in our open-air pavilion on the beach headland. Daily sessions at 6:30 AM with our resident instructor.
Photography
A Glimpse of Cove Life
Teak, linen, and the sound of the seaPrivate plunge pool, Garden VillaSunrise from the Ocean View Suite balconyThe 40-metre infinity pool at duskNilaveli Beach at low tideMorning light on the beachfront deckCandlelight dinner at Tidal RestaurantGrilled reef fish, Tidal RestaurantThe Driftwood Bar at golden hourOverwater Cove Spa entranceAyurvedic oil ritualSteam and stillnessNilaveli sunset from the waterDusk at the Driftwood BarThe sky at 6:47 PM
Reservations
Begin Your Escape
We accept a limited number of guests at any time — ensuring every
stay feels personal. Reservations can be made directly here, or by
reaching our reservations team 24 hours a day.
