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Pigeons Nest Guest House
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8.8

Excellent

390 reviews

390 reviews

Housekeeping10
View6
Breakfast3
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7.9

Very good

Location rating score

Very good location
Parking
FREE
Popular landmarks
Victoria Park 1.7 km
Holy Trinity Church 2.0 km
Race course 2.2 km
Lake Gregory 3.5 km
Pedro Tea Factory 4.0 km
World's End 5.5 km
Mackwoods Labookellie Tea Centre 6.5 km
Seetha Amman Temple 7.8 km
St Clair's Falls 12.8 km
Devon Waterfalls 14.8 km
Nearby landmarks
Victoria Golf Club 270 m
Co-Operative Hospital 760 m
Nuwara Eliya Grand Mosque 880 m
Cargills Super Market 920 m
Cargills Food City 930 m
St Francis Xavier's church 960 m
Nuwara Eliya Medicals 960 m
Fpa Suwasewa Centre 970 m
Jessica Factory Outlet 1.0 km
Sampath Bank 1.1 km

Pigeons Nest Guest House

27/58 Underbank Nuwara Eliya Before Rising Lion Hotel, Nuwara Eliya City Center, Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka, 22200 - See map

Get your trip off to a great start with a stay at this property, which offers car park free of charge. Conveniently situated in the Nuwara Eliya City Center part of Nuwara Eliya, this property puts you close to attractions and interesting dining options. Don't leave before paying a visit to the famous Race course.

Highlights

950 meters to St Francis Xavier's church

Check-in/out [express]

Airport transfer

Daily housekeeping

Golf course [on-site]

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Safety Features
Staff trained in safety protocol
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Preventative Equipment
Hand sanitizer
Free face masks
Health and Medical
First aid kit
Facilities

Airport transfer

Car park

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Check-in/out [express]

Golf course [on-site]

Bicycles

BBQ facilities

Luggage storage

Your dates are popular among travelersUsers are booking a place in Nuwara Eliya every 53 minutes on Agoda.com
Value for money8.7
Distance to city center1 km
Location rating7.9
Nearest airportMattala Rajapaksa International Airport (HRI)
Distance to airport86.7 km

Rooms available at Pigeons Nest Guest House

Excellent
Room comfort & quality

8.4

Double Room
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  • Room size: 40 m²/431 ft²
  • Nature view
  • 1 king bed
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Duplex Room with Mountain View (4 Adults)
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  • Room size: 42 m²/452 ft²
  • Mountain view
  • 2 queen beds
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Deluxe Double Room
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  • Room size: 13 m²/140 ft²
  • Outdoor view
  • 1 king bed
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Twin Room
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  • Room size: 35 m²/377 ft²
  • Nature view
  • 2 single beds
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Standard Double
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  • 1 queen bed
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Frequently asked questions

What time is check-in and check-out at Pigeons Nest Guest House?

Check-in is from 09:00 AM, and check-out is until 02:00 PM. You may request early check-in or late check-out during booking, subject to availability. Guests checking in or out before or after the designated periods may be charged an additional fee. The hotel offers luggage storage to guests for before check-in and after check-out.

How do I get to Pigeons Nest Guest House?

Pigeons Nest Guest House is easy to access from the airport. In fact, you can even book your airport transfer in advance for greater peace of mind. Just use the "Let us know what you need" section of the booking page to let the hotel know you want to book a ride, and they will contact you via the Agoda messaging service. For those who wish to drive their own cars, Pigeons Nest Guest House has a car park right on site for maximum convenience. Parking is free for guests. If you're looking for an easy way to get around Nuwara Eliya with private transportation, the hotel can arrange car rental for you.

Is breakfast offered at Pigeons Nest Guest House?

Wake up to a great continental breakfast at Pigeons Nest Guest House. Adults can enjoy breakfast offered with an additional charge of 584 LKR if not included in the room rate. You may save on breakfast costs with Agoda by booking a room with breakfast, which is often included for less than buying it at the hotel.

What is the smoking policy at Pigeons Nest Guest House?

Pigeons Nest Guest House does permit smoking in some areas and is not 100% smoke-free.

What is the closest train, metro, or bus station to Pigeons Nest Guest House?

The closest train, metro, or bus station is Nuwara Eliya Main Bus Station, 1.3 km away from Pigeons Nest Guest House.

What restaurants are nearby Pigeons Nest Guest House?

Pigeons Nest Guest House’s neighborhood is Nuwara Eliya City Center which includes popular restaurants such as Road Hole Bar, Palladium Restaurant and Milano Restaurant.

What popular shopping places are close to Pigeons Nest Guest House?

Pigeons Nest Guest House is located in Nuwara Eliya City Center area which features shopping places such as Cargills Super Market, Jessica Factory Outlet and Bale Bazzar.

What are popular attractions near Pigeons Nest Guest House?

Pigeons Nest Guest House is located in Nuwara Eliya City Center area, which is famous for attractions such as Victoria Park, Holy Trinity Church and St Francis Xavier's church.

What popular natural sightseeing spots are close to Pigeons Nest Guest House?

Pigeons Nest Guest House is located within Nuwara Eliya City Center, which makes it conveniently close to natural sights including Galway's Land National Park, Lover's Leap Waterfall and Kikiliyamana.

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What people love about Pigeons Nest Guest House

  • 10

    Exceptional

    "Great stay here in the duplex room with an amazing view of the mountains."

    Amy

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    March 11, 2022

  • 10

    Exceptional

    "Owner was very helpful organising a tuk tuk to pick us up from station and drop off."

    Amy

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    March 11, 2022

  • 10

    Exceptional

    "Definitely recommend!"

    Amy

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    March 11, 2022

Property ranking|Compared to 652 Nuwara Eliya properties
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Value for money score
8.7/10
Service score
9.3/10
Room comfort score
8.4/10
Cleanliness score
8.8/10
Better than
97
%
of Nuwara Eliya properties
Better than
97
%
of Nuwara Eliya properties
Better than
97
%
of Nuwara Eliya properties
Better than
94
%
of Nuwara Eliya properties
Overall rating:

8.8

Excellent
390 reviews
Cleanliness
8.8
Facilities
7.9
Location
7.9
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More about Pigeons Nest Guest House

More about Pigeons Nest Guest House

Pigeons Nest Guest House

Get ready for an urban adventure with a stay at Pigeons Nest Guest House, which offers you both the best of Nuwara Eliya and the surrounding possibilities.
Travelers are guaranteed to have a hassle-free stay with all the amenities and services provided by Pigeons Nest Guest House. Stay connected throughout your stay with free internet access provided. To help pre-arrange your arrival and departure, airport transfer services can be booked before you even check in. Your explorations of Nuwara Eliya can be assisted with the car hire services available here.
Parking is provided free of charge for guests. You'll have no problem planning out your days and transportation needs with front desk services including express check-in or check-out and luggage storage. The hotel's tours can even help you book tickets and reservations for entertainment and explorations. Wear your favorite outfits again and again thanks to the laundry service offered at Pigeons Nest Guest House.
In-room conveniences such as room service and daily housekeeping will make staying in a great choice. Smoking may only take place in restricted designated areas.
Rooms at Pigeons Nest Guest House are designed with the guest in mind. The specially-designed rooms at Pigeons Nest Guest House offer a layout option like a balcony or terrace. You may be assured to know that a coffee or tea maker and bottled water are available in some select rooms. You can stay fresh and clean with a hair dryer and toiletries provided in some of the guest bathrooms.


Dining and things to do

Wake up with no worries at Pigeons Nest Guest House, where breakfast can be provided in house. The hotel even has in-house cooking amenities such as BBQ facilities for its most selective guests.
Whether you're looking for an adventure or are just looking for a way to unwind after a hard day, Pigeons Nest Guest House has a range of activities that will meet your needs. Test your skills! Get competitive with your travel group or other guests, at the hotel's ping-pong table and golf course on site. No need to go anywhere after dinner -- play with friends or family at the shared lounge and TV area.


Around the property

While in Nuwara Eliya, take some time to venture outside of Pigeons Nest Guest House. Tourists travel from around the world to see World's End, which is an easy visit just 5.5 km away.


Reasons to stay here

Verified reviews score this hotel higher than 97% of accommodations in the city on value for money.
This accommodation beats more than 97% of competition in the city on room comfort.
This hotel's staff and services score higher than 97% of accommodations in the city.

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Amenities and facilities

Very good
Facilities

7.9

Most talked about facilities

Housekeeping

11 mentions

Breakfast

6 mentions

Food & Dining

1 mention

View

1 mention

Languages spoken
  • English
  • Sinhala
Outdoor
  • Bicycles
Internet access
  • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
  • Internet
  • Internet services
  • Wi-Fi in public areas
Things to do, ways to relax
  • Golf course [on-site]
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Table tennis
  • Tours
Cleanliness and safety
  • Anti-viral cleaning products
  • Body thermometer
  • Breakfast in room
  • Breakfast takeaway service
  • Cashless payment service
  • Daily disinfection in all rooms
  • Daily disinfection in common areas
  • First aid kit
  • Free face masks
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Hotel room service app
  • Hot water linen and laundry washing
  • Physical distancing of at least 1 meter
  • Rooms sanitized between stays
  • Safe dining setup
  • Sanitized kitchen and tableware items
  • Staff trained in safety protocol
  • Temperature check for guests and staff
Dining, drinking, and snacking
  • BBQ facilities
  • Breakfast [continental]
  • Room service
Services and conveniences
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Elevator
  • Food delivery
  • Invoice provided
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Smoking area
  • Terrace
For the kids
  • Family room
Land sports
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
Access
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Check-in/out [express]
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Pets allowed
Getting around
  • Airport transfer
  • Car park [free of charge]
  • Car park [on-site]
  • Rental car

Food and dining

Breakfast options
  • American
  • Asian
  • Continental
  • Halal
  • Vegetarian

Location

27/58 Underbank Nuwara Eliya Before Rising Lion Hotel, Nuwara Eliya City Center, Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka, 22200
Very good
Location

7.9

Airports
  • Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport (HRI)
    86.7 km
  • Weerawila Airport (WRZ)
    96.3 km
Public transportation
  • Nuwara Eliya Main Bus Station
    1.4 km
  • Nanu Oya Train Station
    4.9 km
Hospital or clinic
  • Co-Operative Hospital
    760 m
Cash withdrawal
  • ATM
    1.8 km

What's nearby

Popular landmarks
  • Victoria Park
    1.7 km
  • Holy Trinity Church
    2.0 km
  • Race course
    2.2 km
  • Lake Gregory
    3.5 km
  • Pedro Tea Factory
    4.0 km
  • World's End
    5.5 km
  • Mackwoods Labookellie Tea Centre
    6.5 km
  • Seetha Amman Temple
    7.8 km
  • St Clair's Falls
    12.8 km
  • Devon Waterfalls
    14.8 km
Nearby landmarks
  • Victoria Golf Club
    270 m
  • Co-Operative Hospital
    760 m
  • Nuwara Eliya Grand Mosque
    880 m
  • Cargills Super Market
    920 m
  • Cargills Food City
    930 m
  • St Francis Xavier's church
    960 m
  • Nuwara Eliya Medicals
    960 m
  • Fpa Suwasewa Centre
    970 m
  • Jessica Factory Outlet
    1.0 km
  • Sampath Bank
    1.1 km
Distances shown are straight-line distances on the map. Actual travel distances may vary.

Property policies

Children and extra beds

Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.

All children are welcome.

Children 0-17 year(s)
Must use an extra bed
If you need an extra bed, it will incur an additional charge.
Guests 18 years and older are considered as adults
Must use an extra bed which will incur an additional charge.
Others
  • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Some helpful facts

Check-in/Check-out
  • Check-in from09:00
  • Check-out until14:00
  • Reception open until18:00
Getting around
  • Distance from city center1 km
  • Travel time to airport (minutes)300
Extras
  • Breakfast charge (unless included in room price)584 LKR
The property
  • Number of floors1
  • Number of rooms 4
  • Year property opened1994
  • Most recent renovation2014
Parking
  • Daily parking fee0 USD

Reviews of Pigeons Nest Guest House from real guests

Provided by verified guests of Agoda
8.5
/
10
Cleanliness8.8
Facilities7.9
Location7.9
Room comfort and quality8.4
Service9.3
Value for money8.7
High score for Nuwara Eliya
Rating
9+ Exceptional (32)
8-9 Excellent (15)
7-8 Very Good (19)
6-7 Good (6)
<6 Below Expectation (4)
Time of the year
Mar - May (19)
Jun - Aug (21)
Sep - Nov (14)
Dec - Feb (22)

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10.0
Exceptional
WON from South Korea
Couple
Double Room
Stayed 1 night in April 2017

The best guest house I've ever stayed”

Shami is the best guide, tea maker, map drawer and guest house manager. He did everything what we needed. We originally booked a night, but stayed 4 nights there. If we have more time, we will surely stay there longer. Travelers of Nuwara Ellya must stay longer than 3 days. It is a beautiful village with perfect weather.

Reviewed April 27, 2017

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9.7
Exceptional
Yongyi from Germany
Solo traveler
Twin Room
Stayed 1 night in October 2014

good budget stay”

nice view; helpful staff; cooking possible

The Pigeons Nest is a bit far from bus station, around 15 mins' walk. but the view along the way is beautiful. If taking a tuktuk, it is abt.200 rs one-way. Breakfast at another 4 USD. Staff is very helpful. There is 09.30 train to Ella, but also cargo load and therefore often late.

Reviewed November 10, 2014

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8.8
Excellent
Nursyazanna from Singapore
Solo traveler
Twin Room
Stayed 3 nights in May 2016

Gem up the hills.”

The location of this hotel might be up a hill but it's easy to get to and fro. The boys who work there even drew me a map with shortcut routes to take. They were also very friendly and attentive to what you need, especially tea. Tea is free, by the way. My favourite spot is the little hut outside overlooking the village. The owner of the guest house also arranged for me a tuktuk to bring me around. Everyone is really friendly. There's even a fireplace in case it gets cold at night. The room was spacious. Toilet's clean and the common space is pretty cosy. Felt right at home.

Reviewed May 12, 2016

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10.0
Exceptional
Afzal from Canada
Solo traveler
Deluxe Double Room
Stayed 3 nights in August 2017

Wonderful Location!”

This place has amazing views. Currently they have four rooms, however, they have plans to build more rooms on the roof with glass only panel walls so you can enjoy the spectacular views. I saw the construction site and couldn't believe the views from up there. I will definitely get one of those rooms for my next visit. Staff - one of the best people I have met in Sri Lanka, the owner is a great guy. The best thing about the this place is the staff on duty - Chummy! What a wonderful guy. He is extremely helpful but at the same time understands the value of your privacy. He will give you all the inside information about the town, where to go and what to do. He'll draw you maps if need be. Love this guy! Breakfast - the food was amazing in the morning. He made me eggs and brought so many fruits and other goodies. The experience is like waking up in your house and getting breakfast. This is not a typical hotel stay, more like if you owned your own mountain house in this area. What a luxury.

Reviewed August 22, 2017

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9.2
Exceptional
Florian from United Kingdom
Couple
Double Room
Stayed 2 nights in January 2017

Amazing guest house overlooking the mountains”

Our favourite guest house in Sri Lanka so far! Very warm welcome, the staff is very friendly. Our bedroom was decent size, with a comfortable bed. The bathroom was amazing, with hot water and strong pressure . Nice common area with a fireplace, where you can chill and chat with other guests. Breakfast was delicious and the service was just great. You can get free tea all the time! They also helped us book a trip to Horton Plains and provided lots of recommendations for local places to eat, etc. We loved our stay there :)

Reviewed January 09, 2017

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10.0
Exceptional
Martina from Slovenia
Couple
Twin Room
Stayed 1 night in February 2014

wery cleen room nice stuff”

frendly owner which make us a fire in a fireplace

It was wery grate owner was wery helpfull and give us a ride to a pedro factory. He allso make us a nice fireplace in a evening which was wery romantic. He allso give us some medicine for cold so we were better next day. In shorter way he was wery hellpfull. And we enjoje ouer stay at pigen nest house.

Reviewed February 28, 2014

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9.2
Exceptional
Alexandra from United Kingdom
Couple
Standard Double
Stayed 1 night in March 2018

Very welcoming”

The guest house is a little out of town but this was no problem for us. Easy to get a Turk tuk or bike. Prince was an extremely welcoming host and great to chat to, he even lit us a fire in the evening as it was very cold outside. The room is specious clean and comfortable. Would highly recommend to stay here.

Reviewed March 13, 2018

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9.2
Exceptional
Cindy from Germany
Couple
Twin Room
Stayed 2 nights in November 2016

Perfect home stay in Nureliya”

Prince is a very nice host and give us a lot information for tours and getting around. As his own house was still under construction when we arrived we stayed at his cousin's place "Chez Allen" (only a few meters away). The room was very clean and on the first floor so we had a nice view on the town and the hills. Try the curry for dinner, it was one of the best chicken and vegetable curry we had during our tour!

Reviewed November 16, 2016

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8.0
Excellent
Kin from Malaysia
Couple
Twin Room
Stayed 2 nights in April 2016

friendly and helpful staff”

Location is abit far to center, walk around 15-20 mins and the water pressure is low, but the Staff and house owner is very friendly and helpful, we cant get the train ticket to Galle is because all the train is full, the house owner and the staff keep helping us to looking other way to go to Galle, end up he ask he brother to fetch us to the bus station at Kaduwela then we only can get the express bus to Galle.

Reviewed April 11, 2016

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8.8
Excellent
omar from Jordan
Solo traveler
Twin Room
Stayed 1 night in May 2017

very good stay”

Nice guest house The owner is a good and respectable man The assistant is a nice guy and very helpful

Reviewed June 06, 2017

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10.0
Exceptional
Radziatun from Malaysia
Family with teens
Twin Room
Stayed 1 night in August 2017

It's the best!”

The house was awesome: clean room, clean bath room. And it's on top of the hill will beautiful view. It's homely. Chummi the housekeeper was very helpful and nice. Love my stay there.

Reviewed August 07, 2017

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8.4
Excellent
CHEW from Malaysia
Group
Twin Room
Stayed 1 night in September 2016

Comfortable stay ”

No restaurant Surrounding , but u can order food with staff. Food price are not expensive. hotel provide city tour with reasonable price

Reviewed September 10, 2016

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9.0
Exceptional
Tomasz from Poland
Couple
Double Room
Stayed 3 nights in November 2014

Great place to stay”

The host, the view, clean rooms

The host is a great, funny man - he gave us a lot of helpful information on how to plan your trips etc. The rooms were clean and nice. Though it is a 15 min walk to the city - the view is great. All in all a solid 9/10

Reviewed December 06, 2014

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9.6
Exceptional
Annina from Switzerland
Couple
Double Room
Stayed 2 nights in February 2017

Wonderful place to stay”

One of the best places we stayed in Sri Lanka! Lovely and helpful hosts and staff, we felt welcome and comfortable the minute we arrived there. We appreciated the nice service (TukTuk arrangements, food delivery, bringing us to the laundry service in town, drawing us maps of the town / places to go, and and and....). The rooms look new and are very clean. Very comfortalbe bed. Nice sitting room / common room with a fire place. Breakfast was served outside on the balcony. We would absolutely stay there again!

Reviewed March 11, 2017

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8.4
Excellent
Aditya from India
Couple
Standard Double
Stayed 2 nights in February 2018

An overall pleasant stay hosted by courteous and friendly team.”

pros: 1. the deluxe room (more like a Swiss chalet with a grand view of the valley) 2. friendly and courteous team members 3. quiet neighborhood 4. good view of the valley cons: 1. the standard room, a bit compact and may not have the view. ok if you're Solo or on a tight budget. 2. although breakfast is included, it's not made fresh in the kitchen. instead a team member goes out to the local market and gets take away. which means by the time it reaches you, your breakfast is cold. and you can't ask for a second helping. 3. carry your own water. they don't have bottled water or fresh tap water. however, if you ask, you may get some boiled hot water from the tea maker.

Reviewed February 20, 2018

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9.6
Exceptional
Erika from United States
Solo traveler
Double Room
Stayed 1 night in January 2019

Cozy stay & just a short walk from town”

One of my favorite stays in Sri Lanka. Super friendly and helpful owner who pointed out main places to check out and was proactive in asking if I needed a pick up from the train station. Cozy rooms and great breakfast. Though up in the hills, they have a shortcut to town for about a ten minute walk. Would stay here again!

Reviewed January 31, 2019

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10.0
Exceptional
Karen from United Kingdom
Couple
Double Room
Stayed 3 nights in January 2017

Fantastic hosts!”

The host was full of wonderful tips and information, better advice than found in the Lonely Planet guide book. He made sure that all of our needs were met, such as went out to pick up take away food for us, for no extra charge! The room was lovely and clean, just as the described. Great place to stay.

Reviewed February 03, 2017

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9.6
Exceptional
Rainer from Germany
Solo traveler
Twin Room
Stayed 3 nights in January 2018

highly recommended”

+ very friendly + helpful + very clean + nice "living room" with fire place + exceptional Sri Lankan breakfast + hot showers - Approx 1.5 km out of town, but nice views from the terrace

Reviewed January 21, 2018

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6.4
Good
Antonia from Australia
Couple
Double Room
Stayed 1 night in September 2017

Good”

The staff is very friendly. Breakfast good and always you can ask for a cup of tea. Room is clean and spacious. The house/room is very cold. We booked for a tour with them, but the person got ill so we can't went with him. They organised the tour with other person. We didn't like it, was very different as we paid.

Reviewed September 10, 2017

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8.4
Excellent
CHEW from Malaysia
Group
Deluxe Double Room
Stayed 1 night in September 2016

Friendly staff”

Hotel provide transportation station for half day tour with rs1200 per tuk tuk (3pax). Dun take others transport ,they will charge u more expensive. Come out from train station u may take bus 187 or tuk tuk rs150 go hotel .

Reviewed September 07, 2016

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