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Reviews of Nelinsa Resort and Spa

Kandanuwara Tea Satate B Block Alwatta, 21004, 21300 Matale, Sri Lanka

#8 of 26 hotels in Matale

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 42 hotel reviews

8.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.1

  • Comfort

    9.2

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    8.5

  • Staff

    9.3

  • Value for money

    8.5

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  • Reviewed: November 17, 2024

    10
    Amazing views!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Large Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There was nothing that I could think of that needed improving.

    The hotel is located in a scenic spot in the middle of a small tea estate. The surrounding views are spectacular. The staff were so helpful and the food was absolutely amazing! They set up the ping pong table for us and drove us to the beautiful Sembuwaththa lake. Well worth a visit if you love nature, hiking through tea estates and Sri Lankan food.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: August 16, 2024

    9.0
    Room with a spectacular view
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Unfortunately there was no wifi due to the location, but the owner is hoping to get this happening soon. Sometimes there were difficulties with communicating with staff due to the language barrier, but we appreciated that all staff were trying hard to be helpful.

    This hotel is located in a tea plantation. We stayed in a very well-appointed room with a balcony. The views were breathtaking. The bathroom was enormous and very clean. We enjoyed a dip in the infinity pool, which also took in spectacular views. We took the half board package and really enjoyed the meals. As we were there a couple of nights we tried the Chinese and the western menus. Both were great. The chef checked after each meal to ensure we were satisfied.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: April 14, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything was superb. Staff was very friendly. Beautiful location and food was delicious. Owner was very pleasant. The room was clean and comfortable. worth for the pain money. need to go again.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: March 28, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Like the surrounding area. The weather was great.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: March 12, 2024

    9.0
    Highly recommend for visiting Knuckles area.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Great room and balcony with superb views., friendly staff and manager was exceptional, wonderful pool, best Sri Lankan fish breakfast in 4 weeks of visiting island. Terrific drive to get there.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 11, 2024

    10
    Our stay at Nelinsa Resort and Spa was a delightful experience.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Our stay at Nelinsa Resort and Spa was a delightful experience. The Very humble owner and staff were incredibly welcoming, the meals were delicious, and the atmosphere was serene and captivating. Every aspect of our stay felt like excellent value for money.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: January 29, 2024

    10
    Everything was perfect.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything was perfect.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 28, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Sunset was amazing and the staff was very supportive.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 7, 2024

    8.0
    Great location for those happy to go off the beaten track.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    We hired vehicle and driver on two occasions, the first tour was fine, but on the second occasion the car broke down as it overheated and we ended up having to find another van to take us to our destination. It also rained for the majority of our trip which was a shame as it meant we were not able to enjoy the area as much as hoped.

    Bedrooms and bathrooms were spacious and beds very comfortable. We enjoyed having the balconies and the swimming pool was great. The waiting staff were also very kind and a special effort was made with fireworks and a buffet at New Year.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 7, 2024

    9.0
    Recommended
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing of much…Hot water available only in hand shower.. but it had a continuous supply..

    Excellent location..near by places to visit…nearly 1hr drive to Riverstan and 2.5 hrs drive to beautiful Sera Ella… Clean and spacious room…clean pool…Very friendly staff… Good variety of food…1st day food was excellent…2nd day bit lesser-may be the difference due to chef…. comfortable stay…good value for money spent…

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 4, 2024

    10
    Great❣️
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No bad experiences.

    Nelinsa hotel was excellent.Mr.Kumara Owner and Janaka and staff gave us best service.We experienced great hospitality.View from room was greeny mountains.Food was super delicious.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 3, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    It would be best to discuss your booking charges before arrival and double-confirmed it. Had a little discussion about the booking.com price vs the actual charge price. Remember to ask for all-inclusive prices with VAT and service charges.

    The hotel's buffet was a delightful array of simple dishes and incredibly flavorful. Their clever use of various spices highlighted the aroma and taste.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: January 1, 2024

    8.0
    It was a good place to stay for a short period. The room had a nice view.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    No Wifi

    Location, Food and Friendly Staff.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 31, 2023

    9.0
    The hotel is a best value for money hotel. Staff are helpful and food is delicious.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    We stayed three days but the rooms were not cleaned while we were staying there. Informed them to clean on the first day as we were going out for sight seeing but didn't happen. No sign board to indicate that we need a room clean up too. The phones are not connected so you have to go to the reception to talk to them for any supplies or for ordering anything. Bathroom supplies or room water bottles were not refilled. a big miss was a kettle in the room. They serve with beverages but phone is not working so that you need to walk to the reception. I would have liked to use the pool as shown on advertised photos thought it was a pretty good one. But it is not more than 4 feet deep and people are served with hard liquor just at the pool so this is basically a party pool and not to swim. We were at room 101 and 102 and the sunset view is the best thing you enjoy from those rooms. However, 2/3 of the view is ruined by the roof of reception hall just down below our rooms. Bad design. Also the heat and reflection of the sun hurts if you are there in the day time.

    The helpful attitude of the staff and good food (especially Kottu) is the biggest asset they have. There is a lady and a gent called Lakshman. You must talk to them if you need anything or having any concern. They are experienced and will deliver what you need. Others are new and somehow the communication is dropped. But highlight is that they are so determined to serve and improve. The hotel was fully booked as we were there on X- Mas day. Many of staff had been recruited just couple of days before and there were human mistakes and coordination issues. However, overall they did a superb job including X- Mas night live music and fireworks and serving superb food options for the price charged. The place is closer to few attractions around including one tree hill which can be seen from the hotel.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: October 10, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Amazing views, friendly owner, chef and staff. Delicious 😋 food with lots of choices. They provided transportation to kandy and back and forth to airport 🛫. We enjoyed 😉. Sam, India 🇮🇳

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 5, 2023

    10
    My stay at Nelinsa Hotel was exceptional! Impeccable service, comfortable rooms, and a perfect location. Can't wait
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing.

    I had an amazing experience at Nelinsa Hotel! From the warm welcome at check-in to the beautifully appointed rooms, every detail was superb. The hotel's central location made it convenient for exploring the city, and the staff went above and beyond to make my stay memorable. The on-site amenities, including the restaurant and spa, were top-notch. I highly recommend Nelinsa Hotel for a luxurious and enjoyable stay. I can't wait to return on my next visit to the area!

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 3, 2023

    10
    Excellent Stay with family and delighted foods. Owner and team very helpful always
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Property Direction Confused

    This ideal for family stay. Owner and team very helpful and delighted foods

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: September 21, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Clean hotel. Calm and quite wonderful location. Well maintain spacious rooms. Helpful staff. Breakfast with lots of choices. They arranged trip to sembuwatta for a reasonable price. Great stay. Value for money.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 20, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Highly recomond. Clean & spacious rooms. Friendly staff . Amazing view. Well maintained swiming pool. Resort in middle of a tea plantation . Easy acces to Sembuwattsa, Riverston, One tree hill. Had a very good time at Nelinsa. Highly recomond.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 19, 2023

    10
    perfect stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We stayed one night at Nelinsa on our way to Sembuwatta. Resort situated in a middle of a tea plantation. Wonderful resort surrounded by beautiful mountains. Very friendly staff, delicious food. Highly recommend.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 19, 2023

    10
    Amazing.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Calm & amazing location with nice view. Spacious clean room & bathroom. Entire premises well maintained. Staff were extremely attentive & helpful. We had delicious BBQ dinner. Breakfast was exceptional. This was one of the great place where i had stay. Love to come back again.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: December 11, 2021

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    food are exsalant. Tea testing very good. Mavalas. Vibe&&&

    Location very nice its located medle of tea plantation historical place call kandanuwara its closed to rivation hunusfall....360view...hotel is new very clean ....food is excellent. Staff very happy mood

    Stayed in December 2021

  • Reviewed: December 29, 2023

    2.0
    Very Poor
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Booked after seeing the photos on Booking.com. Rooms we get were no way closer to photos. Probably the worst in the resort. No hot water in our room, and they couldn't fix it.

    Food

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: September 18, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

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    Stayed in September 2024

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