Bonavista 1st Lane, 22200 Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka
#38 of 105 hotels in Nuwara Eliya
Guests' ChoiceBased on 32 hotel reviews
8.5Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.7
Location
8.5
Facilities
8.3
Staff
9.6
Value for money
8.2
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Reviewed: 21 May 2024
Ajvis
IndiaThe restaurant was not operational during the time of our stay so we had to plan ahead for lunch and dinner. However, the caretaker ensured we get the best breakfast.
We reached a couple of hours early at the hotel but we didn't face any problems and delays checking in. The caretaker was very helpful and also provided us a room with an awesome view. The caretaker was fasting during the Ramadan season, but despite that, he was always available to help and made sure we are comfortable. He also prepared breakfast earlier than the normal operating hours since we had a train to catch. The hotel is also located at a walkable distance from Gregory lake, so the location is also a plus.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 14 April 2024
Jo
NetherlandsHot water run out fast :(
Bed is nice. Location is good. The owner is very nice and did help us with the tuktuk. They have a good parkingspot right in front of the hotel.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 4 April 2024
Emily
AustraliaNo air-conditioning.
Given 9 due to host. The accommodation was good for one night. There is no air conditioning, but when I asked for a fan, the host was wonderful in getting one for me and ensuring that we we comfortable. No restaurant onsite and a bit far from town, so you will need a driver. Wifi works well.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 28 March 2024
Francisco
SpainThe staff is super attentive and friendly. Breakfast very good
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 13 February 2024
Ziga
SloveniaThe room had a little smell of the moisture but that is something many rooms in Sri lanka have. And it wasn't so bad that would annoy us.
Great view, great room, great breakfast and super, super friendly hosts. They've driven us to the city center, did our laundry and helped us with everything we needed.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 9 February 2024
Audrius
LithuaniaGreat view from apartment. Staff is freandly!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 4 February 2024
Alexey
RussiaFor some reason, the room I was staying at felt like very humid. Water heater in the shower has very low capacity, and hot water ran out rather quickly.
The hotel is located on top of the hill with excellent view to the sunset and the valley. Tea plantations in 3 mins walking distance. Tea factories in 10 km distance (need a tuk-tuk or car to get there). Super helpful personnel. There is an open space suitable for some events in the open air (if weather allows).
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 24 January 2024
Ashley
United StatesAmazing stay! The beds are very comfy with a gorgeous view of the mountains, and everything was very clean. I loved sitting on the balcony to watch the sunset. The breakfast is so delicious, including a full plate of fresh fruit each morning. It is quiet and peaceful, located away from the bustle of town. The staff were excellent, and Uzman was especially wonderful during my stay.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 10 January 2024
Nicholas
United KingdomThe parking was a challenge!
Lovely hotel with a French owner which is reflected in the decor which is weirdly french regency. It is a bit out of town, but high up with a stunning view across the mountains with Adams Peak standing out. But the best thing about the hotel is the staff. The two cousins who looked after us were so friendly and helpful, we were only there for one night, but they did everything to make our stay perfect. We were visiting Hortons Plains the morning we left the hotel and they made us breakfast an hour before the normal time so we could get an early start. Can't thank them enough, they really were brilliant and a pleasure to deal with
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 4 January 2024
Peter
AustraliaWe are glad to have found this gem from similar excellent reviews. If you want a room with a view then look no further. We were provided a traditional breakfast, which was a real treat. The room seems basic but the important points of a good bathroom and comfortable bed met our needs. We didn't need the air cond or TV but was available. We ordered dinner to the hotel. Just allow at least an hour. There is a lot to choose from. We received such warm friendly service on arrival and throughout our stay. Highly recommend this place. 👌
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 20 December 2023
Mariam
BahrainHot water in the room finishes very fast
The hotel location was good we had a great view from our room..breakfast was great very fresh fruits.. Staff are very helpful and friendly
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 25 August 2023
Damir
AustriaSmell in the bathroom was not very nice but we stayed only 1 night. We expected a more fancy and neat place according to the Fotos and rate.
Very nice view into the tea garden and surroundings. Good european/sri lanka breakfast.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 9 July 2023
Kosala
Sri LankaFirst they charged extra from.us saying it is booking.com charge Hot water was limited Balcony was covered. So it is basically not a balcony
Room.was comfortable and clean. Staff was good.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 16 April 2023
Chandana
Sri LankaParking and we had only one small sope for three of us
Restuarant view
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 16 April 2023
Mandakini
Sri Lankaa kettle and som water bottles in the room would have been nice
convenience and the view
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 22 January 2023
Nishantha
Sri LankaThe vehicle parking facility,
There were limitations but overall good
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 25 December 2022
Kristiyan
DenmarkHot water comes from a small tank so be careful how you use it.
Staff was awesome
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 17 December 2022
Shact
South AfricaAs I mentioned, there was no hot water (common in Sri Lanka) which was really uncomfortable in the cold weather of Nuwara Eliyah. And their credit card machine was broken, which I discovered when rushing to check out to make it to my train to Ella! Nevertheless they took me down to an ATM in town and kindly drove me to the station, which did save me. This was highly appreciated. While the place is nice looking, the pics of the building are a bit misleading.
My check in and check out processes were not very efficient. But what I really liked was that both times they were truly apologetic and solutions-driven. The room is very comfortable and quite pretty. I really liked the positioning of the plug points and the lighting switches. The bathroom was beautiful but no toiletries and there was no hot water in the morning. The rainforest shower with 4 different settings would've been great to use. Mumtaaz and Usman were really lovely and helpful and Usman's breakfast spread was one of my favourites in Sri Lanka. Beautifully presented and delicious. And the freshly ground French coffee was amazing. The views from the room and the common/dining area were great.
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 26 October 2022
Samitha
Sri LankaNice View and nice room arrangements... Staff service also was in top class...
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 12 May 2022
Yuejuan
Franceeverything was perfect
Staff very friendly
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: 1 May 2022
Abbas
Kuwaitnothing
booking.com
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: 26 April 2022
Jessica
United KingdomIf they could do food/ coffee machine coffee throughout the day it would have been perfect!
Excellent views with very friendly service. Location was great, it was away from the centre so was not too noisy. The view from our bedroom was fantastic. Large bathroom with very nice shower.
Stayed in April 2022
Reviewed: 14 April 2022
Sing
Sri LankaIts amazing view from the hotel and room also extremely clean really worth for money
Stayed in April 2022
Reviewed: 3 April 2022
Valluar
Sri LankaNo air conditioner. Only heater there
Clean and nice nice view location
Stayed in March 2022
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