We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka. We have also included accommodation in guest houses, villas, holiday homes, country houses, lodges, historic buildings, boutique hotels, romantic hotels and country estates. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated March 2024.
Guest House.Lively. Offering a garden and garden view, Sincere Wilderness Home stay is situated in Nuwara Eliya, 5.2 km from Gregory Lake and 12 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden. There is an in-house restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, room service and currency exchange for guests. All units are fitted with an oven, toaster, a coffee machine, a shower, a hair dryer and a desk. Every unit comes with a private bathroom with free toiletries, while certain rooms are fitted with a balcony and others also boast mountain views. Additional in-room amenities include wine or champagne, fruits and chocolates or cookies. For visitors looking to embark on day trips to nearby landmarks, the guest house offers a selection of packed lunches. Sightseeing tours are available in the surrounding area. If you would like to discover the area, cycling and fishing are possible in the surroundings and Sincere Wilderness Home stay can arrange a car rental service.Show full description
Holiday Home.Relaxing atmosphere. Great location. Situated in Nuwara Eliya and only 5.9 km from Gregory Lake, Keshiya Holiday Home features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property features quiet street views and is 13 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden. The accommodation provides airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available. The holiday home with a terrace and mountain views has 2 bedrooms, a living room, a TV, an equipped kitchen with a toaster and a fridge, and 1 bathroom with a bidet. Towels and bed linen are offered in the holiday home. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Nuwara Eliya, like walking tours. Guests at Keshiya Holiday Home can enjoy fishing and hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden. The nearest airport is Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport, 144 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Holiday Home.Delightful property. Great views. Popular among couples. Located in the beautiful Nuwara Eliya Hills, boutique hotel Langdale by Amaya offers luxury rooms with amazing hillside views. It features an outdoor pool, a restaurant and free Wi-Fi. Rooms at the Langdale Boutique Hotel by Amaya recall the Tea Estate era, with dark wooden flooring and classic furniture. They are fitted with satellite TV, a sofa and a tea maker. Guests at the tranquil Langdale can go hiking in the scenic area. They can relax in the sauna or steam room, or enjoy a massage at the Ayurvedic Spa. In a cosy dining room atmosphere, the hotel’s restaurant offers International cuisine, ranging from French to Sri Lankan. The bar serves cocktails and other drinks beneath the trees. Langdale by Amaya is a 5-minute walk from the Somerset Tea Factory. By car it takes 20 minutes to Hakgala Botanical Garden and 25 minutes to Nuwara Eliya Golf Course.Show full description
This is likely one of the most BEAUTIFUL holiday homes in Nuwara Eliya. And it is very popular among couples travelling to Nuwara Eliya.
Guest House.Creative. Superb interior design. Popular among couples. Offering a garden and inner courtyard view, Serendipity Lake Artistic Bungalow by Heidis Home is situated in Nuwara Eliya, 1.2 km from Gregory Lake and 6.1 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden. Featuring garden and city views, this guest house also includes free WiFi. The property is located in the Lake Gregory district. Some units have a terrace and/or a balcony with mountain or lake views. At the guest house, some units are fitted with a kettle and chocolates or cookies. A bicycle rental service is available at the guest house.Show full description
This is likely the most creative, cosy and well designed guest house in Nuwara Eliya. WOW!
Holiday Home.Charming. Set in the Nuwara Eliya valley of Sri Lanka’s central highlands, Ferncliff Bungalow is a 10-minute drive from Hakgala Botanical Gardens and Nuwara Eliya Golf Club. With four rooms and two suites, Ferncliff provides bungalow living. Ferncliff Bungalow is a 1-hour drive from Horton Plains National Park, and is just 3 km from Nuwara Eliya City Centre. Colombo City is about 4 hours' drive away. It is a 5-hour, 30-minute drive from Bandaranaike International Airport. Airport transfers and laundry services are available at an extra charge. For dining, guests can enjoy both Sri Lankan and international dishes at the property's dining area.Show full description
I think this is the most historic and romantic holiday home in Nuwara Eliya.
Boutique hotel.Highly elegant. Lovely interior design. Situated in Nuwara Eliya, 2 km from Gregory Lake, The Westbury Palace features accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness centre. Among the various facilities of this property are a garden, a terrace and a bar. Breakfast is available each morning, and includes à la carte, continental and Full English/Irish options. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared lounge and free WiFi. At the hotel, the rooms are fitted with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. The rooms are equipped with a safety deposit box and some rooms also boast mountain views. All rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. At The Westbury Palace you will find a restaurant serving American, Brazilian and Chinese cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and halal options can also be requested. At the accommodation guests are welcome to take advantage of a hot tub. You can play billiards at this 5-star hotel, and the area is popular for cycling. Hakgala Botanical Garden is 8.9 km from The Westbury Palace.Show full description
This is likely one of the most ELEGANT AND STYLISH boutique hotels in Nuwara Eliya.
Guest House.Popular among women. AGP home is an accommodation located in Nuwara Eliya, 1.8 km from Gregory Lake and 5.7 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden. The guest house also provides free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service. The spacious guest house is equipped with a TV. The kitchen comes with a dishwasher, an oven and a toaster and there is a private bathroom with slippers and a hair dryer. There is also a seating area and a fireplace. A car rental service is available at the guest house.Show full description
A tip: Explore by neighbourhood. You can find unique hotels within or near different neighbourhoods of Nuwara Eliya here: Nuwara Eliya City CentreLake Gregory
Guest House.Great value. Set just 8.1 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden, Green Gregory Villa Nuwara Eliya offers accommodation in Nuwara Eliya with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a 24-hour front desk. The property has mountain and garden views, and is 1.8 km from Gregory Lake. There is a restaurant serving local cuisine, and free private parking is available. The guest house has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open.Show full description
Villa.Elegant. Gorgeous surroundings. Offering free bikes and garden view, Oliphant Boutique Villa by Amaya is located in Nuwara Eliya, 6.7 km from Gregory Lake and 14 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and full-day security, along with free WiFi throughout the property. You can play darts at this 4-star villa, and the area is popular for hiking. There is free private parking and the property provides paid airport shuttle service. The spacious villa comes with a cable flat-screen TV. Guests can enjoy an ambient stay in their soundproof room with parquet floors and a fireplace. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Guests can relax in the on-site bar or lounge, while packed lunches are also available upon request. The villa complex has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open.Show full description
Guest House.Lively. Offering a garden and garden view, RC AWKWARD is situated in Nuwara Eliya, 1.5 km from Gregory Lake and 5.5 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden. This guest house provides a shared lounge. There is free private parking and the property features paid airport shuttle service. Every unit is equipped with a private bathroom with a bidet and slippers.Show full description
Country House.Historic. Popular among women. Featuring a garden and views of garden, Shirin1892 is a country house situated in a historic building in Nuwara Eliya, 1.7 km from Gregory Lake. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a children's playground. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. The country house offers certain units that feature mountain views, and the units have a private bathroom with a bath. At the country house, every unit has a seating area. A minimarket is available at the country house. For guests with children, the country house provides a baby safety gate. Hakgala Botanical Garden is 8.5 km from Shirin1892.Show full description
Lodge.Unique. Great location. Located 5.4 km from Gregory Lake, La Luna Cabins provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. Guests at the lodge can enjoy cycling nearby, or make the most of the sun terrace. Hakgala Botanical Garden is 12 km from La Luna Cabins.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Great views. Boasting a garden and views of mountain, Zion is a recently renovated bed and breakfast situated in Nuwara Eliya, 5.2 km from Gregory Lake. It is located 12 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden and features full-day security. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi, free private parking and an electric vehicle charging station. The units at the bed and breakfast feature private entrance and soundproofing so guests can enjoy a peaceful stay. A balcony with city views is offered in all units. All units have a private bathroom, slippers and bed linen. At the property, there is an in-house family-friendly restaurant serving dinner and a selection of vegetarian options. Bike hire and car hire are available at this bed and breakfast and the area is popular for cycling.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Relaxing atmosphere. Great location.Opened October 2021. Located in Nuwara Eliya, 6.6 km from Gregory Lake, The Blackberry Cottage features accommodation with a garden, private parking and a terrace. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. You can play darts at the accommodation, and the area is popular for hiking and cycling. All units at the hotel are equipped with a seating area and a flat-screen TV. The private bathroom is equipped with a bidet, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At The Blackberry Cottage every room is equipped with bed linen and towels. Hakgala Botanical Garden is 14 km from The Blackberry Cottage.Show full description
I rate this as one of the most RELAXING boutique hotels in Nuwara Eliya.
Boutique hotel.Historic. Great bar. Heritance Tea Factory Offers you the ultimate colonial- style stay experience enhanced by the tea plantation and the misty mountains. Located 2.5 hours away from the hill capital, Kandy, the hotel offers discounted transfer facilities for the guests coming to view the Kandy perahara. The hotel features luxurious spa, tea-picking tours. Cozy guestrooms come with a mini bar, cable TV and free organic tea leaves. The en suite bathroom is included with a bathtub and a rain shower. The hotel offers mini golf and Billiards in true colonial style and the guests are welcome to use the fitness facilities in the fitness room. Accommodation and meals are free for hired drivers of in-house guests. Heritance Tea Factory offers you the ultimate dinning experience through it’s Kenmare restaurant serving Eastern and Western dishes and a special experience of Dinning on the wheels where the guests can experience dinning inside a train carriage featuring Western and European meals.Show full description
Villa.Great bar. Conveniently situated in Nuwara Eliya, La Grande Villa provides express check-in and check-out and free private parking. Conveniently located in the Nuwara Eliya City Centre district, this villa offers a garden, as well as a hot tub. Free WiFi is available throughout the property, as well as a terrace and a restaurant. The property also offers accommodation for disabled guests. The units at the villa complex are equipped with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, bathrobes and slippers. A patio with an outdoor dining area and mountain views is offered in each unit. At the villa complex, each unit is equipped with bed linen and towels. Continental and vegetarian breakfast options with pancakes and fruits are available daily at the villa. Guests can relax in the on-site lounge, while packed lunches are also available. You can play billiards at this 5-star villa, and bike hire and car hire are available. Gregory Lake is 2.6 km from La Grande Villa, while Hakgala Botanical Garden is 10 km away.Show full description
Guest House.Great location. Offering a garden and garden view, Loversleap bungalow is located in Nuwara Eliya, 4.6 km from Gregory Lake and 11 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden. Featuring a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. The spacious guest house comes with a flat-screen TV. Guests can take in the views of the mountain from the balcony, which also has outdoor furniture. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and is protected by full-day security. For guests with children, the guest house provides an indoor play area, outdoor play equipment and a baby safety gate. A car rental service is available at Loversleap bungalow, while walking tours can be enjoyed nearby.Show full description
This guest house has a great location in Nuwara Eliya.
Boutique hotel.Hip. Great views. Situated just 3.6 km from Gregory Lake, J's Villa features accommodation in Nuwara Eliya with access to a shared lounge, a garden, as well as a shared kitchen. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. This villa includes 4 bedrooms with an attached bathroom, a living room and a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dining area, and 1 bathroom with a bidet and a washing machine. A terrace is available for guests at the villa to use. Hakgala Botanical Garden is 4 km from J's Villa, while Seetha Amman Temple is 2.3 km from the property.Show full description
I really like this place... I think it is one of the coolest boutique hotels in Nuwara Eliya.
Country House.Trendy. Great bar. Located within 5.1 km of Gregory Lake and 12 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden in Nuwara Eliya, Lily Bank Cottage features accommodation with seating area. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Parking on-site is available and the country house also provides bike hire for guests who want to explore the surrounding area. Some units include a fireplace. A car rental service is available at the country house.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Great value. Popular among women. Boasting a shared lounge, B&B Nuwara eliya is located in Nuwara Eliya, within 12 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden. It is set 5.3 km from Gregory Lake and features a tour desk. À la carte and American breakfast options with warm dishes and fruits are available every morning at the bed and breakfast. Parking on-site is available and the bed and breakfast also offers car hire for guests who want to explore the surrounding area. For visitors looking to embark on day trips to nearby landmarks, B&B Nuwara eliya provides a selection of packed lunches.Show full description
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