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PROMAX villa

Nuwara Eliya

Located in Nuwara Eliya, within 1.6 miles of Gregory Lake and 5.9 miles of Hakgala Botanical Garden, PROMAX villa provides accommodations with a shared lounge and free WiFi as well as free private...

K
Karen
From
United States
Nice private room, quiet location on large road, but away from city center noise. Being in Nuwara Eliya was a welcome break from heat! Comfortable bed, room had a small table with two chairs and a sofa bed. Nice that the wall socket had two USB ports. Large spacious bathroom with great hot water. Nice western breakfast of fruit, omelette and toast. We hiked to Single Tree Hill and to Lover’s Leap Waterfall from the house. Haran the host spoke excellent English and his multicultural background enables him to be super welcoming. When he offered to cook dinner for us, I asked to watch his preparations and spent a delightful two hours learning about making curries, as well as learning more about the culture. Dinner was an excellent value as the portions were generous and food was freshly prepared.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 135 reviews
Price from
$30
1 night, 2 adults

Namadi Nest Nuwara Eliya

Nuwara Eliya

Located in Nuwara Eliya, 3.1 miles from Gregory Lake, Namadi Nest Nuwara Eliya provides accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

S
Shaad
From
Sri Lanka
"I recently stayed at Namadi Nest in Nuwara Eliya and it was truly an amazing experience. The location is beautiful and the staff were extremely friendly and accommodating. The rooms were clean, spacious and comfortable, with breathtaking views of the surrounding hills and tea plantations. The food served at the restaurant was delicious, with a great variety of Sri Lankan and international dishes to choose from. The hotel also offers a range of activities, including guided hikes through the tea plantations, visits to nearby waterfalls, and even cooking classes. The staff were always happy to arrange these activities for us at short notice and they were well worth it. Overall, I would highly recommend Namadi Nest to anyone looking for a relaxing and unforgettable stay in Nuwara Eliya. The location, service, and amenities are truly top-notch and I can't wait to return!"
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 164 reviews
Price from
$19.80
1 night, 2 adults

Journey Junction Hostel

Nuwara Eliya City Centre, Nuwara Eliya

Featuring a shared lounge and a bar, Journey Junction Hostel is well situated in the center of Nuwara Eliya, 2 miles from Gregory Lake.

M
Maxwell
From
Canada
Very friendly host, very clean standards, great brand new bathrooms. Thanks Mario!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 92 reviews
Price from
$19.80
1 night, 2 adults

Gregory House Hostel

Lake Gregory, Nuwara Eliya

Located in Nuwara Eliya, a 10-minute walk from Gregory Lake, Gregory House Hostel has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant.

N
Nada
From
Australia
Brilliant, comfortable and social vibe. Great location.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 604 reviews
Price from
$20.66
1 night, 2 adults

Laughing Leopard Hostel

Nuwara Eliya

Laughing Leopard Hostel has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Nuwara Eliya.

N
Nadine
From
Germany
The atmosphere and the staff are really nice and relaxed. It’s a place to socialize and connect to other tourists. The family dinner was really delicious too.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 360 reviews
Price from
$26.52
1 night, 2 adults

Haven backpackers

Nuwara Eliya

Located in Nuwara Eliya, 3 miles from Gregory Lake, Haven backpackers has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

ç
çiğdem
From
Turkey
everything was fine here.hostel clean,location good,staff is kind always smile and helpfull.the room was big enough.the bed was comfy.WİFİ work very well.price is good
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.9
Fair - What previous guests thought, 40 reviews
Price from
$15.30
1 night, 2 adults

Vilona Inn

Dehintalawa (Near Nuwara Eliya)

Vilona Inn is located in Dehintalawa, within 26 miles of Bogambara Stadium and 26 miles of Kandy City Center Shopping Mall.

C
Chamika Gamage
From
Sri Lanka
Staff is freindly and Place is clean. Good and Safe for local as well as Foriengers who are visiting Ramboda, or Kothmale side. Located facing hill side as well.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews
Price from
$7.02
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.

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  • Misty Soul Retreat

    Meda-Ela
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Located in Meda-Ela, 3 miles from Gregory Lake, Misty Soul Retreat provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

  • Haven backpackers

    Nuwara Eliya
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.9
    Fair - What previous guests thought, 40 reviews

    Located in Nuwara Eliya, 3 miles from Gregory Lake, Haven backpackers has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

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  • Avg. price/night: $33.16
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 360 reviews
    The best hostel I’ve ever stayed in
    Guest review by
    Connor
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $33.16
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 360 reviews
    I would say this was the best hostel I've stayed at so far on my trip to Sri Lanka. Very social. The owner is super nice and tried to get everyone to join in some games in the evening and makes everyone feel welcome. The breakfast and dinners were also very nice. I also left my jumper behind and the owner helped organise someone to bring it with them to the destination I was at which was super helpful.
    Guest review by
    Klaudia
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $24.30
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 604 reviews
    Staff very accommodating. Tea is free as long as it's black. Food is served here also, with very reasonable price. Very clean, stylish common area good location to meet other backpackers and socialise, but not a party hostel so can enjoy the sleep at night.
    Guest review by
    Jessica
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $24.30
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 604 reviews
    For me it was the best hostel in Sri Lanka. I had a great time there met with some really good people and had really nice talks. The staff was also good and everything was nice be it breakfast, the dorm etc. The property was Amazing with great location.
    Guest review by
    Viraj
    Solo traveler

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