Title: The Colonial Crest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=965872805048926208&destination=Nillambe%2C+Central+Province%2C+Sri+Lanka&selected=118457929&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Colonial Crest ## Photo gallery for The Colonial Crest ![Outdoor pool - The Colonial Crest (Nillambe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118460000/118458000/118457929/6cf29b35.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property video](https://mediaim.expedia.com/video/5CE9271FE4B2397E89B94FCEB9271216/f1029bec-93d7-4f29-9dce-826430a94d20-thumbnail.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=1280) ![Deluxe Villa | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated - The Colonial Crest (Nillambe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118460000/118458000/118457929/c5d08f9e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - The Colonial Crest (Nillambe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118460000/118458000/118457929/47a9b8df.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Triple Room | Mountain view - The Colonial Crest (Nillambe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118460000/118458000/118457929/78376c73.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located close to Dhamma Kuta Vipassana Meditation Centre and Royal Botanical Garden, The Colonial Crest provides a terrace, a firepit and a garden. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. ## Popular amenities - Pool - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Breakfast available - Laundry room £91 includes taxes & fees 28 Mar - 29 Mar ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Mar 19 - Mar 20](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-19&endDate=2026-03-20&selected=118457929&PinnedHotelID=118457929&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-19&endDate=2026-03-20&selected=118457929&PinnedHotelID=118457929&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Mar 20 - Mar 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-21&selected=118457929&PinnedHotelID=118457929&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-21&selected=118457929&PinnedHotelID=118457929&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Mar 20 - Mar 22](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=118457929&PinnedHotelID=118457929&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=118457929&PinnedHotelID=118457929&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Mar 27 - Mar 29](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=118457929&PinnedHotelID=118457929&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=118457929&PinnedHotelID=118457929&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ### View all photos for Deluxe Triple Room ![Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118460000/118458000/118457929/1f9d9ba4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Triple Room - Mountain view - 325 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Premium Triple Room ![Premium Triple Room | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118460000/118458000/118457929/cb0e5206.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premium Triple Room - Mountain view - 385 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 5 - 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Superior Double Room ![Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118460000/118458000/118457929/cdb13ba7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room - Mountain view - 325 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Deluxe Villa ![Deluxe Villa | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118460000/118458000/118457929/c5d08f9e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Villa - Mountain view - 325 sq ft - 6 bedrooms - Sleeps 24 - 5 King Beds and 9 Single Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Nillambe travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nillambe.dx965872805048926208) [View more B&B in Nillambe](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nillambe-Bed-And-Breakfasts.d965872805048926208-aaBedAndBreakfasts.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C7.19948%2C80.63990&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=50tQVcYp52U95x4u81h6vET231g=) 322 Nirosa Estate, Galaha Road, Nillambe, Central Province, 20418 ### What's nearby - ![Botanical garden in Kandy](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/178045/ba5f7773-9ad6-4507-8e0f-7b5597f0cac9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Royal Botanical Garden 21 min drive \- 8.9 miles - ![Two reasons to come to Kandy: 1, to walk around this lake, and 2, to visit the temple with the sacred tooth relic](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/178045/715d95b7-fb80-4fc7-af31-6e93ef36b7dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kandy Lake 25 min drive \- 11.8 miles - ![Sri Dalada Maligawa, also known as Temple of the Buddha Tooth in English, is a UNESCO heritage site, and a popular place to visit for newly weds. It was awfully packed over the full moon weekend (would not recommend visiting during this period)! This pavilion-like structure at the front Paththirippuwa, or Octagon. It is a symbol of identity in Kandyan Architecture. In the olden days, the king would stand there to address his citizens who were gathered in front of him. The golden roof behind stands over the Buddha tooth relic that this temple is famous for. Footwear is not permitted inside, so you should either carry a bag where you can keep your shoes, or leave your shoes out on the grass like everyone else! #srilanka #kandy #wanderlust #explore #adventure #travel #igtravel #instatravel #vacation #travelgram #trip #travelandleisure #asia #throwback #tourist #temple #religion #beautiful #traveltips #nofilter #picoftheday #architecture #buddhist #sridaladamaligawa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/178045/29d3f8bd-f3e4-45ca-be0d-7b626f66c8fe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Temple of the Tooth 26 min drive \- 12.0 miles - University of Peradeniya 14 min drive \- 6.4 miles - National Hospital Kandy 24 min drive \- 10.9 miles ### Getting around - Kandy Railway Station 60 min drive ### Restaurants - Royal Mall Coffee Shop 27 min drive - Oak Ray Regency 26 min drive - Royal Rest House 24 min drive - Hela Bojun Sales Center 23 min drive - Xiang Yun Chinese Restaurant 25 min drive ## About this property ### The Colonial Crest Upscale bed & breakfast in the mountains Located close to Dhamma Kuta Vipassana Meditation Centre and Royal Botanical Garden, The Colonial Crest provides a terrace, a firepit and a garden. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - An outdoor pool - Free self-parking - Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge), karaoke and a nature reserve - Luggage storage, tour/ticket information and books Room features All rooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks such as free WiFi and bathrobes. More conveniences in all rooms include: - Baths or showers, hairdryers and shampoo - Wardrobes/cupboards, a personal chef and ceiling fans ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14840000/14836300/14836242/7677dc57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sevana City Hotel Kandy Kandy - Pool - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Breakfast available 8.8 Excellent 560 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-02&endDate=2026-04-03&selected=14836242&PinnedHotelID=14836242&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113150000/113142700/113142605/923f963b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lake Villas Premium Kandy Kandy - Pool - Breakfast included - Kids’ pool - Parking included 10 Exceptional 1 review £65 includes taxes & fees 24 Mar - 25 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-24&endDate=2026-03-25&selected=113142605&PinnedHotelID=113142605&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104810000/104808800/104808742/ef148987.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Misty Villa by DBI Ambagamuwa - 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free secured, uncovered self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Food and drink - Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: LKR 10 for adults and LKR 7 for children - A restaurant - Coffee and tea in common areas ### Things to do - Billiards/pool table - Books - Cooking classes - Games - Karaoke - Outdoor pool ### Family friendly - Outdoor pool ### Conveniences - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Firepit - Garden - In a nature reserve - In the mountains - Outdoor furniture - Terrace ### Accessibility - No lift - Smooth flooring in room ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Pillowtop mattress - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Dressing gowns - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Chef service ### More - Ceiling fan - Desk - Electrical adapters - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Iron/ironing board on request - Laptop workspace ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Children aged 5 and younger eat free breakfast ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for local cuisine breakfast: from approximately LKR 10 for adults and from LKR 7 for children The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## Frequently asked questions ### Does The Colonial Crest have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at The Colonial Crest? ### Is The Colonial Crest pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The Colonial Crest? ### What time is check-in at The Colonial Crest? ### What time is check-out at The Colonial Crest? ### Where is The Colonial Crest located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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