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30 Oct - 1 Nov
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27 Nov - 29 Nov

Our top choices for Nuwara Eliya guest houses

A table set with food and drinks on a balcony with a view of green hills.

1. Misty Hills Ella Resort

Misty Hills Ella Resort
3.0 star property
Ella
7.6 out of 10, Good, (19 reviews)
"Staff were incredibly helpful warm and welcoming. The views were amazing from our room; from welcome area and pool area. Definitely recommend this place. The room was spacious and clean. Location was 1 km from ella so approx 500 SR to get to town (uphill!) but an easy walk ( downhill ) to get back !!"
Australia
Anisha
The price is £46
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Misty Hills Ella Resort
A person seated at a table with a scenic mountain view, enjoying a meal of pancakes and fruit.

2. Ella Ridge View

Ella Ridge View
3.0 star property
Ella
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (49 reviews)
"This is the best place I have ever stayed"
United States
Muhammet
The price is £30
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Ella Ridge View
A building with a green roof, white trim, and a central entrance with steps. There are potted plants on either side of the entrance.

3. Chelthnam Bungalow

Chelthnam Bungalow
3.5 star property
Central Town
5.0 out of 10, (2 reviews)
"The rooms were spacious and the beds were comfortable and clean. The carpets and bathrooms were not as clean. The showers were unreliable, with low water pressure and unreliable heat. The staff were not hospitable or conscientious and the hotel listings we’re confusing. No food is available from the hotel. Overall the space had a dreary colonial vibe."
United States
Daniel
Chelthnam Bungalow
A traditional building with a covered porch, a wooden chair, and potted plants.

4. Xavier's Cottage - Jetwing Select

Xavier's Cottage - Jetwing Select
3.0 star property
Nuwara Eliya
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (18 reviews)
"The room was spacious , clean & comfortable & we were very well cared for by Kapil who served us a delicious soup on arrival . We chose to walk to Jetwing St Andrews for breakfast & were treated to probably the best breakfast buffet we’ve ever had ! "
Australia
michelle
The price is £34
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Xavier's Cottage - Jetwing Select
A covered outdoor area with a stone wall, wooden railing, and a table with chairs.

5. ELLA NATURE NEST

ELLA NATURE NEST
2.5 star property
Ella
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (34 reviews)
"Staff was amazing, cozy location"
United States
Susana
The price is £12
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
ELLA NATURE NEST
A poolside area with a wooden door leading to a room, surrounded by lush greenery.

6. Tea Leaf Retreat Peradeniya

Tea Leaf Retreat Peradeniya
3.5 star property
Doluwa
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Mary and Steve were exceptional hosts and their two children were great as well. They were very accommodating and had a beautiful property to stay on. They very much open up their homes and are willing to share it as much as possible."
Ireland
Anonymous traveller
The price is £27
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Tea Leaf Retreat Peradeniya
A brick archway with lights, surrounded by lush greenery and ferns.

7. Ella Nine Peaks (Araliya Villa & The Club House)

Ella Nine Peaks (Araliya Villa & The Club House)
3.0 star property
Ella
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (4 reviews)
"Usually all hotels/resorts will provide towels inside their bathrooms. The resort does not. Bring your own. Book villa so that you can enjoy breakfast in the forest."
Singapore
Nordin
The price is £53
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Ella Nine Peaks (Araliya Villa & The Club House)

8. Walkers Nest

Walkers Nest
3.5 star property
Ella
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (33 reviews)
"We had an amazing stay! Very family friendly, lovely room, great view and delicious breakfast. Location is perfect, walkable to the town but far enough to be nice and quiet. "
United Kingdom
Agata
The price is £24
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Walkers Nest
A white building with a green roof, surrounded by greenery and a foggy atmosphere.

9. White Water Villa

White Water Villa
2.0 star property
Nuwara Eliya
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
White Water Villa

10. Ella Village View Homestay

Ella Village View Homestay
2.5 star property
Ella
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"We loved our stay here. The views are to die for! The owners were lovely and the breakfast was so big I couldn’t finish it. Loved our little bungalow up on the hill!"
United Kingdom
Hazel
The price is £16
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Ella Village View Homestay
A building with a sloped roof, surrounded by a landscaped garden with various plants and flowers.

11. Tea Bush Hotel - Nuwara Eliya

Tea Bush Hotel - Nuwara Eliya
3.0 star property
Central Town
7.8 out of 10, Good, (6 reviews)
"The owner has forecast on the basic requirements of customer satisfaction, which works best. Lovely British style property with excellent customer service."
United Kingdom
Dillon
The price is £40
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Tea Bush Hotel - Nuwara Eliya
A bathtub with a view of a green landscape through large windows.

12. Villa Tea Fields - Free Breakfast, Just 4km from City, Near Lake Gregory

Villa Tea Fields - Free Breakfast, Just 4km from City, Near Lake Gregory
2.5 star property
Nuwara Eliya
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (48 reviews)
"The staff at Villa Tea Fields was very kind and attentive "
United States
Renee
Villa Tea Fields - Free Breakfast, Just 4km from City, Near Lake Gregory
A white building with a sign that reads "UMAYA REST INN" and several potted plants in front.

13. Umaya Rest Inn

Umaya Rest Inn
3.0 star property
Balangoda
2.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"Pongo horrible porqué no existe el hotel , estuvimos buscando dando vueltas alrededor de la dirección que consta en hotels.com sin éxito y con la confirmación dre vecinos de la zona de que ya no existia el edificio por demolición ya que en la dirección solo existe un gran solar en obras actuslmente. Así que fatal!"
Spain
Anonymous traveller
The price is £7
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Umaya Rest Inn
A room with large windows offering a mountain view, a sofa, and a chair.

14. ella dream mount

ella dream mount
3.0 star property
Ella
4.0 out of 10, (1 review)
The price is £28
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
ella dream mount
A room with a large window offering a view of a balcony with wooden furniture and a railing.

15. Lilly Guest Inn

Lilly Guest Inn
3.0 star property
Haputhale
6.6 out of 10, (4 reviews)
"전체적으로 좋았음"
South Korea
Byoung
The price is £16
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Lilly Guest Inn
A swimming pool with a water feature and a covered seating area.

16. Winter Villa

Winter Villa
3.0 star property
Kandy
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (8 reviews)
"Staff were excellent, as was the breakfast. Not the hotel’s fault but there are many stray dogs in the area which although friendly enough when you walk near them spend most of the night howling or barking or fighting which made sleeping very difficult. "
United Kingdom
Peter
The price is £81
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Winter Villa
A rustic wooden cabin with a thatched roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a railway track.

17. Ella Bamboo Cabana

Ella Bamboo Cabana
3.0 star property
Ella
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (17 reviews)
"This place is magical! Truly a stay in the jungle. There’s no road to the cabin so the last part you have to walk on the railway. However the staff were really helpful and carried our suitcases the whole way - so do recommend to pack lightly. The place was amazing and the staff were so kind and helpful. Highly recommend! "
Norway
Hilde
Ella Bamboo Cabana
A balcony with a hammock, a wooden floor, and a view of a lush green forest.

18. Mount Crest Lodge

Mount Crest Lodge
2.5 star property
Ella
7.2 out of 10, Good, (16 reviews)
"Absolutely AMAZING. Our best stay in Sri Lanka. The owners were the loveliest couple I’ve ever met, they gave us tea and cookies when we arrived and made us the most delicious Sri Lankan breakfast during our stay. They were so kind and thoughtful. Be aware that the location on maps isn’t actually where the hostel is - walk up police station road, turn right just after the left turn to the railway and carry on at this right turn until you eventually get to silver dome. It’s about 10 mins from the...
United Kingdom
Alex
The price is £14
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Mount Crest Lodge
A multi-story building with balconies, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

19. SEENBEST Ella

SEENBEST Ella
2.5 star property
Ella
SEENBEST Ella
A traditional building with a green roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a rocky stream.

20. EKHO Belihuloya

EKHO Belihuloya
3.0 star property
Imbulpe
6.0 out of 10, (4 reviews)
"Too expensive for what it is - Needs serious updating and maintenance- new mattresses are a must !"
Netherlands
Renate
The price is £122
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
EKHO Belihuloya
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Top Nuwara Eliya Hotel Reviews

Tathya Hills - Luxe Garden Retreat

Tathya Hills - Luxe Garden Retreat

10/10 Excellent
"Amazing staff, amazing service. Can’t wait to come back!"
Jeyarupan 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Tathya Hills - Luxe Garden Retreat

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Nuwara Eliya Guest Houses information

Number of reviews
251
Accommodation
235 Guest Houses
Lowest Price
£7
Highest Price
£122

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