Title: Hawa Eliya Travel Guide: Best of Hawa Eliya, Nuwara Eliya Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Hawa Eliya](https://expedia.co.uk/Hawa-Eliya-Hotels.d553248635976388750.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Hawa Eliya](https://expedia.co.uk/Hawa-Eliya-Holiday-Rentals.d553248635976388750.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Hawa Eliya Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Hawa-Eliya.d553248635976388750.Car-Hire-Guide)[Hawa Eliya Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Hawa-Eliya.d553248635976388750.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Hawa Eliya Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![A magnificent walk through Horton Plains to Worlds End. You need to get there EARLY!!! (5am) for the best chance to see the view. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049994/5b97041e-47fb-40b3-99bd-a7d7cbed5f0e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![A magnificent walk through Horton Plains to Worlds End. You need to get there EARLY!!! (5am) for the best chance to see the view. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049994/5b97041e-47fb-40b3-99bd-a7d7cbed5f0e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Cabbage plantations in Nuwara Eliya. Nuwara Eliya is a tiny cozy city located in Central Sri Lanka. Majority of Sri Lanka’s vegetables are grown in Nuwara Eliya thanks to the low temperatures (11 - 18 degrees on average). Not to forget, the famous Sri Lankan tea too come from the hills of Nuwara Eliya and suburbs. #LifeatExpedia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049994/1e53ed3d-738a-4187-8b41-51f45a248263.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Hawa Eliya Things to do - Top hotels in Hawa Eliya - Top Holiday Rentals in Hawa Eliya ![Silver Meir Bungalow](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116140000/116136100/116136041/3a6432e6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Silver Meir Bungalow No. 88/1 Silver Meir, Lady Mccullams's Nuwara Eliya CP £35 13 Mar - 14 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this guesthouse in Nuwara Eliya. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Galway Forest Reserve and Lover's Leap Waterfall ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F03%2F2026&endDate=14%2F03%2F2026&selected=116136041&PinnedHotelID=116136041&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976388750) ![The Golden Ridge Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29030000/29024700/29024680/c7115696_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Golden Ridge Hotel No. 395 , Bambarakelle Nuwara Eliya Central Province £206 12 Mar - 13 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nuwara Eliya. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Eagle's View Point Shanthipura and ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (23 reviews) Supremely Beautiful Property and Delicious Food My room, the views, landscaping/grounds, quality of the facilities, and food at this hotel are all superb and honestly in my view worthy of a much heftier rate. I cannot say enough good things about this hotel. Would highly recommend to anyone looking to stay in this Nuwara Eliya! Reviewed on 24 Mar 2024 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F03%2F2026&endDate=13%2F03%2F2026&selected=29024680&PinnedHotelID=29024680&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976388750) ![Grand Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1610000/1602600/1602583/c852919e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Grand Hotel Grand Hotel Rd Nuwara Eliya £238 4 Mar - 5 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in Nuwara Eliya. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Victoria Park and Nuwara Eliya Golf Club are ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (189 reviews) One of the nicest hotels we have stayed in, wonderful staff and an incredible building! Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F03%2F2026&endDate=05%2F03%2F2026&selected=1602583&PinnedHotelID=1602583&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976388750) [See all 599 properties in Hawa Eliya](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=11%2F02%2F2026&endDate=12%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248635976388750) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![The Tea Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17350000/17349300/17349264/ae70d64f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Tea Garden 111/12, Badulla Road Nuwara Eliya Stay at this villa in Nuwara Eliya. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Moon Plains Viewpoint and Lake Gregory are located ... 9/10 Wonderful! (57 reviews) Our host, Sanjaya, provided a warm welcome. Literally as he brought a portable heater into our room as the weather took a chilly turn. Great staff who could not have been more helpful with suggestions and with an umbrella! Breakfast was good too. Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nuwara-Eliya-Hotels-The-Tea-Garden.h17349264.Hotel-Information) ![Aqua Dunhinda Villa & Nature Retreat](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16210000/16207700/16207658/03933a3e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Aqua Dunhinda Villa & Nature Retreat Dunhinda Road, Ethgala Kandy Stay at this villa in Ganga Ihala Korale. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Ambuluwawa Lake and AmberSwing are located ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (8 reviews) This place is truly a hidden gem, and the staff is absolutely incredible! It should be on everyone’s list when visiting Sri Lanka. The owner is wonderful; she invited my friend and me for tea, picked us up in her SUV since our tuk-tuk couldn't make it up the hill due to an earlier accident, and welcomed ... Reviewed on 8 Nov 2024 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Aqua-Dunhinda-Villa.h16207658.Hotel-Information) ![Luxe Wilderness](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20010000/20001700/20001668/cae421df_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Luxe Wilderness 465/1 Kandy Road Nuwara Eliya Stay at this villa in Nuwara Eliya. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Eagle's View Point Shanthipura and Nuwara Eliya Golf ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (34 reviews) Great stay in Nuwara Eliya Thanks to Villam, Sanjaya and the team. This is a great little sanctuary nestled just off the main road as you head into town from Kandy. Clear directions provided prior to arrival, quick check-in and warm welcome provided. The 2 story villa is cosy and comfortable with all necessary amenities provided ... Reviewed on 25 Jun 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nuwara-Eliya-Hotels-Luxe-Wilderness.h20001668.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Hawa Eliya](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=553248635976388750&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Hawa Eliya hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976388750&startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11)[10 Feb - 11 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976388750&startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976388750&startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12)[11 Feb - 12 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976388750&startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976388750&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976388750&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976388750&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026)[20 Feb - 22 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976388750&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![The road from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya is full of turns, deceptively long and passes some of the largest tea plantations in the world. Truth be told, driving anywhere in the hill country of Sri Lanka is an exercise in patience given that even short distances can take hours due to slow moving traffic, poor weather or less than desirable roads. Better then to sit back and enjoy the ride while stopping for the occasional picture.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049994/00b731bd-544f-47f1-a37a-1bc1c8e0628b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lake Gregory Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Gregory during your travels in Nuwara Eliya. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-Gregory-Nuwara-Eliya.d553248635931529837.Attraction) ![The women who pick tea leaves pick about 18kg of leaves each day.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049994/8724459b-1989-41c9-99a4-eeb9bbcde042.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Pedro Tea Factory Enjoy an outing to Pedro Tea Factory during your stay in Nuwara Eliya. Wander the gardens or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Pedro-Tea-Factory-Nuwara-Eliya.d553248621562725762.Attraction) ![The gorgeous old school bar at the Nuwara Eliya golf course. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049994/e62a0c97-d727-426f-bda2-3d4c7a62a805.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Nuwara Eliya Golf Club Enjoy a round of golf in Nuwara Eliya at Nuwara Eliya Golf Club. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nuwara-Eliya-Golf-Club-Nuwara-Eliya.d553248621526922415.Attraction) #### Lover's Leap Waterfall Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lover's Leap Waterfall during your travels in Nuwara Eliya. Wander the gardens or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lovers-Leap-Waterfall-Nuwara-Eliya.d553248633963562361.Attraction) #### Assemblies of God Church Nuwara Eliya Assemblies of God Church Nuwara Eliya is just one of the places to see in Nuwara Eliya, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Assemblies-Of-God-Church-Nuwara-Eliya-Nuwara-Eliya.d553248621532738544.Attraction) #### Moon Plains Viewpoint Find out about the history of Nuwara Eliya with a stop at Moon Plains Viewpoint. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Moon-Plains-Viewpoint-Nuwara-Eliya.d826400470721810432.Attraction) ### Things to do ![ TukTuk Journey Nuwara Eliya - Tea Trails & Waterfalls ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47592131/33ee7371-2b08-4fc5-aa1d-9085bbbc8ad3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### TukTuk Journey Nuwara Eliya - Tea Trails & Waterfalls £22 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/tuktuk-journey-nuwara-eliya-tea-trails-waterfalls.a47592131.activity-details) ![Day tour to Nuware Eliya](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1456944/8eaab484-2c1e-457d-8583-53d00310d172.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kandy to Nuwara Eliya Day Trip – Little England & Tea Country £22 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kandy-to-nuwara-eliya-day-trip-little-england-tea-country.a1456944.activity-details) ![Tea factory plantation and Water Falls Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3084568/15446e3b-1b4d-44bf-ba07-4fbe63aa2039.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### NuwaraEliya Tea Factory,Plantation & Water Falls Hike Tour by Car £41 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/nuwaraeliya-tea-factory.a3084568.activity-details) ![3 Hours Private Walking Tour in Nuwara Eliya with Pickup](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47111521/43ec0248-2889-4edd-ac8c-76bc4b829464.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 3 Hours Private Walking Tour in Nuwara Eliya with Pickup £15 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/3-hours-private-walking-tour-in-nuwara-eliya-with-pickup.a47111521.activity-details) ![Scenic Road Trip to Ella from Kandy](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48584222/a551f875-dacb-4828-b382-2ea983f3d392.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Scenic Road Trip to Ella from Kandy (Group) £19 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/scenic-road-trip-to-ella-from-kandy-group.a48584222.activity-details) ![Nuwara Eliya Tea Estate](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/884284/4113ac74-a29e-4548-bcac-35698421b585.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 3 Days Nature and Chill Tour of Ella, Nuwara Eliya and Haputale £131 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/3-days-nature-and-chill-tour-of-ella.a884284.activity-details) [See all activities in Hawa Eliya](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Hawa-Eliya.d553248635976388750.Travel-Guide-Activities) - Cities near Hawa Eliya - Places of interest - [Horton Plains National Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Horton-Plains-National-Park-Sri-Lanka.d6121092.Attraction) - [Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka ](https://expedia.co.uk/Sabaragamuwa-University-Of-Sri-Lanka-Belihuloya.d553248621574431195.Attraction) - [Provincial General Hospital- Badulla ](https://expedia.co.uk/Provincial-General-Hospital-Badulla-Badulla.d553248635926568749.Attraction) - [Nilambe Meditation Centre ](https://expedia.co.uk/Nilambe-Meditation-Centre-Central-Province.d553248621526921982.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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