King Fern Cottage

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King Fern Cottage

1 / 45
Scored 8.3
Rated very good

Staff

9.5

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: King Fern Cottage in Nuwara Eliya offers a recently renovated 1-star guest house with a sun terrace, garden, and free WiFi. Family rooms and a lounge provide relaxing spaces. Dining Experience: The modern, family-friendly restaurant serves Chinese and Asian cuisines for lunch, dinner, and cocktails. Breakfast includes continental, à la carte, and vegetarian options with local specialties, juice, and fruits. Guest Services: Guests benefit from a paid shuttle service, 24-hour front desk, entertainment staff, and live music. Additional amenities include a games room, cooking classes, and bike hire. Local Attractions: Located 2.4 mi from Gregory Lake and 6.8 mi from Hakgala Botanical Garden, the property is 88 mi from Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Heating
  • BBQ facilities
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

    • Perfect for a 3-night stay!

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

    • Breakfast Info

    • Continental, Vegetarian

    • Options with:

    • Garden view

    • Terrace

    • Landmark view

    • Mountain view

    • Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Deluxe Single Room
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  • 1 twin bed
Balcony
Garden view
Mountain view
Landmark view
Private bathroom
Terrace
  • Free toiletries
  • Toilet
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Towels
  • Linens
  • Socket near the bed
  • Sitting area
  • Private entrance
  • Hairdryer
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
$25 per night
Price $75
  • Breakfast $5 (optional)
  • Costs first night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • No credit card needed
  • discount may be available
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
$30 per night
Price $90
  • Continental breakfast included
  • Costs first night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • No credit card needed
  • discount may be available
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Jenny
    Canada Canada
    “Very nice people at this place! It’s a great example of the Sri Lankan hospitality! Big common areas with restaurant and fire place! There is a stage with drums next to it. There was no band playing when I was there but the owner played guitar for...”
  • Kerry
    Australia Australia
    “The King Fern Cottage is a great place to stay - the location is easy walking distance from the centre of town, is positioned over looking the golf course - super quiet and has a wonderful ambience with it's spacious dining room and lush green...”
  • Sarah
    United States United States
    “Adorable A frame cottage with your own hammock. Hot shower, warmest coziest blankets I had in all of Sri Lanka- definitely want it for this region. The owner and Lal were so kind, helpful, and really went above and beyond to make my time there...”
  • Vanessa
    Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
    “Loved this place. The venue is unique, rainforest style. The owner is an incredible musician (think Sri Lankan Bob Marley!) and has set up an event space out the back where his band puts on a reggae gig each night (lights, smoke machine, pumping...”
  • Yechiel
    Israel Israel
    “What a great vibe this c()()l place is. Amazing. With a good music (sometimes live) and great fireplace and lounge. The owner is the coolest person ever. Enjoyfool.”
  • Dewasurendra
    Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
    “Very friendly staff. So calm and nice place to stay.. breakfast we had was very delicious. So wonderful place.”
  • Kane
    Netherlands Netherlands
    “The host is a really nice guy, just as the rest of the staff. Nice clean rooms with warm blankets, wich you need in nuwara eliya! The restaurant is also good food and prices! Would really recomend staying here, you can walk few minuts to the center.”
  • Kaya
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “WOW we returned after 15 years and it didn’t disappoint. It’s even bigger and better than before. The design and atmosphere of this place is amazing. Nishanta has a real creative eye. The dining area and bar are all glass fronted with beautiful...”
  • James
    Netherlands Netherlands
    “Owner super friendly and very helpful. Drove me to town to go to the bank and lent me some cash to pay taxi. Fabulous fluffy blankets ... Best in Sri Lanka; fun to play pool and setting next to golf course very green and picturesque”
  • Dorvaux
    France France
    “It's a great place with super helpful and very friendly people.”

Managed by Nishantha Thalpage

Company review score: 9.5Based on 81 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

My Name is Nishan(Nishantha Thalpage) I'm a hospitality veteran with 25 years in the tourism industry, and a reggae musician and songwriter at heart. These two passions have beautifully converged in King Fern Cottage, my personal vision brought to life to offer guests a truly unique escape. Beyond the cottage, my culinary creativity shines at Restaurant Guru, where I've crafted a special menu for you to enjoy. I'm thrilled to welcome you to King Fern Cottage for an unforgettable holiday experience with me and my dedicated team.

Property info

Discover King Fern Cottage in Nuwara Eliya King Fern Cottage is ideally located just a 10-minute walk from the city center of Nuwara Eliya, offering a perfect blend of accessibility and tranquility. This unique spot was created with both reggae lovers and holidaymakers in mind, promising an experience unlike any other. With the owner's extensive experience and personal touch, we're dedicated to making your stay memorable. We offer a range of activities including tours, hiking, trekking, and evening live music, all tailored for our guests' enjoyment. Your Comfortable Stay Awaits Beyond the personalized experiences, King Fern Cottage boasts features designed for your utmost convenience and comfort: * Easy access to Nuwara Eliya town * Parking facilities * Live Music & DJ * Proximity to the Golf Ground * Unique lighting system * Thoughtful room decorations and designs * Dedicated relax area * Our highly-rated Restaurant (Restaurant Guru) * Billiards and games * A huge fire chimney for cosy evenings * You can reserve our property for your special occasion. We warmly invite you to experience a truly distinctive and comfortable stay at King Fern Cottage.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
  • Restaurant Guru
    • Cuisine
      Chinese • Asian
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Modern

House rules

King Fern Cottage takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Check what conditions apply to each option when making your selection.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

If you want to avail the complimentary pick up service, please inform King Fern Cottage in advance of your expected arrival time.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform King Fern Cottage of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

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