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With mountain views, Tea Leaf Retreat is set in Kandy and has a restaurant and a 24-hour front desk. This property offers access to a terrace, darts, free private parking and free WiFi. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. All units at the homestay come with a seating area. A patio with an outdoor dining area and garden views is offered in each unit. The units feature a private bathroom, a hair dryer and bed linen. There is a snack bar, and packed lunches are also available. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at the homestay, while hiking and walking tours can be enjoyed nearby. Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens is 9.1 km from Tea Leaf Retreat, while Kandy railway station is 14 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Free private parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
2 single beds
and
1 large double bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
10
High score for Kandy
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Ieva
    Lithuania Lithuania
    We liked everything in this homestay- the host, the pool, the house, the swimming pool. We felt like in the jungle. Quite place. Breakfast was amazing. Highly recommended!
  • Ella
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Amazing host, lovely spot in the jungle. Catered to 2 fussy eaters. Thank you
  • Maria
    Norway Norway
    It was very nice getting away from the city buzz and into the jungle. We spotted a few monkeys and listened to sounds of birds and wildlife. It was a very relaxing stay! And make sure to try a cup of tea, it’s incredible!

Host Information

9.9
9.9
Host review score
Host review score

The Tea Leaf Retreat is our home nestled on the banks of the Nilambe Oya, and situated just 40 minutes from the heart of Kandy City and just 15 minutes to the historic town of Gampola. A peaceful stop over on the way to Hatton, Nuwara Eliya and Ella, we can offer you a comfortable stay and a lovely cup of tea! Beautiful scenic views, a lovely river next to the property and peaceful village life away from the hustle and bustle of the city. We serve home-cooked Sri Lankan food and snacks for picnics or bike rides through the village. Enjoy the Oya or take a dip in our plunge pool to cool off. Transport can be provided to the city,
The property is run by our family and we enjoy having guests and a full house
A peaceful and quiet village, surrounded by beautiful scenery. Rice fields, rivers, and hills.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      Local

Facilities of Tea Leaf Retreat
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
View
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Badminton equipment
  • Hiking
  • Darts
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Mosquito net
  • Wake-up service
  • Private entrance
  • Car hire
  • Packed lunches
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Plunge pool
  • Pool/beach towels
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

Tea Leaf Retreat takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 21:00

Check-out

From 10:00 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free
5+ years
Extra bed upon request
US$10 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

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Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Tea Leaf Retreat in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Tea Leaf Retreat

  • Tea Leaf Retreat is 6.2 miles from the centre of Kandy. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Tea Leaf Retreat has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Check-in at Tea Leaf Retreat is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • The prices at Tea Leaf Retreat may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Tea Leaf Retreat offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Darts
    • Walking tours
    • Badminton equipment
    • Cooking class
    • Bicycle rental
    • Swimming Pool
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Live sport events (broadcast)