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Best New Hotels 2007: Tea Trails, Bogowantalawa Valley, Sri Lanka

Former planters’ bungalows set among Sri Lanka’s lush estates have been infused with a new and decidedly gourmet vibe by tea producer Dilmah. Each villa, built between 1890 and 1939, offers a taste of colonial living thanks to butlers, authentic period furnishings and updated variations on British cuisine. Castlereagh and Summerville bungalows have lakefront positions, while Norwood has the best pool, with panoramic views. Scenic walking trails link the properties, offering views in all directions. The complimentary tea experience leads guests to the final product, an important export since the 19th century.

Doubles from $230, www.teatrails.com.