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Suriya Guest

Nuwara Eliya City Centre, Nuwara Eliya

Suriya Guest is set in Nuwara Eliya, 1.2 km from Gregory Lake and 7 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden. Free private parking is available on site. Suriya Guest features free WiFi throughout the...

L
Love local experience
From
Lithuania
Great property. Big room. Good value for money. Very welcome staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,122 reviews
Price from
US$49.50
1 night, 2 adults

S and D Home Stay

Nuwara Eliya

Set in Nuwara Eliya and only 4.3 km from Gregory Lake, S and D Home Stay offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

E
Eikelenboom
From
Netherlands
We had a wonderful stay at the home stay. The owner helped us with everything and was really kind. We were greeted with a warm welcome. The rooms are also very clean and spacious. I would definitely recommend this hostel to anyone.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 142 reviews
Price from
US$13
1 night, 2 adults

Cozy Heaven

Nuwara Eliya

Located in Nuwara Eliya and only 4 km from Gregory Lake, Cozy Heaven provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

M
Merel
From
Netherlands
If you’re doubting on whether you should stay here then this is your sign to do it! We absolutely think this is the kind of homestay experience that makes traveling worthwhile. We felt taken care of from the moment we arrived at Nanu Oya station (where the host waited for us with a cute name sign and his car to bring us) till the end when the owner dropped us of at te station. The owner is a wonderful tourguide as well, we went for a beautiful hike in the tea fields, his wife and daughter served us delicious food (really!) and our last minute laundry request was also no problem. They do everything to make you feel welcome. One of our highlights whilst traveling Sri Lanka. Go for it! Food was stellar!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 158 reviews
Price from
US$35.10
1 night, 2 adults

Ruchi House

Nuwara Eliya

Set just 3.8 km from Gregory Lake, Ruchi House provides accommodation in Nuwara Eliya with access to barbecue facilities, a shared lounge, as well as a 24-hour front desk.

K
Katarína
From
Slovakia
Good location for exploring sorroundings, even though it is a bit far from the city centre. The owners are very nice, helpful and caring and the breakfast are just another level. We stayed 3 nights and we did a best choise we could in Nuwara Eliya.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 475 reviews
Price from
US$16
1 night, 2 adults

RC AWKWARD

Nuwara Eliya

Offering a garden and garden view, RC AWKWARD is situated in Nuwara Eliya, 1.5 km from Gregory Lake and 5.4 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden. This guest house provides a shared lounge.

M
Milan
From
France
Amazing host. They do their best to make you feel comfortable. They made suitable experience, adapted to your wishes! The best breakfast we had in Sri Lanka! Very clean space and confortable bed (which is not always the case in Sri Lanka). We would definitely recommend to spend few nights here, Nuwara Eliya is underrated!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 403 reviews
Price from
US$28
1 night, 2 adults

THE EDGWARE

Nuwara Eliya

Located 1.9 km from Gregory Lake, THE EDGWARE offers 3-star accommodation in Nuwara Eliya and features a garden. There is an on-site restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available.

s
stéphane
From
France
Lovely and helpful staff. Nice room with mezzanine forx4 of us. Great welcome reception and fantastic breakfast
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 737 reviews
Price from
US$80
1 night, 2 adults

20/20 wood cabana

Nuwara Eliya

Offering a garden and garden view, 20/20 wood cabana is located in Nuwara Eliya, 4 km from Gregory Lake and 11 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden.

A
Alexandra
From
Malta
Everything! The room was nice, clean and spacious with internet working very well. Araa and his mother are two amazing people. Her breakfast and dinner was abundant and tasted so good. She wanted to keep feeding me as if I was part of her family ! She is also a great seamstress. I could see she had a variety of beautiful bags on display which at no time she told me that they are on sale. So I did ask and she told me that it was her work. I bought 4 and she gave me a decent price too! Her work is dainty and bags finished perfectly. Thank you so much for a lovely stay! ❤️
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 596 reviews
Price from
US$30
1 night, 2 adults

woods hut

Nuwara Eliya

A recently renovated homestay situated in Nuwara Eliya, woods hut features a garden. The property has garden and city views, and is 4.9 km from Gregory Lake.

T
Thibault
From
France
We have slept in the highest guesthouse of Sri Lanka (highest guesthouse on the highest summit of Sri Lanka) The view from the balcony is breathtaking The family is amazing (from the son to the parents) and super welcoming Definitely one of the best experience we've had in a guesthouse
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 209 reviews
Price from
US$35
1 night, 2 adults

AGP home

Nuwara Eliya

Located within 1.8 km of Gregory Lake and 5.7 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden in Nuwara Eliya, AGP home offers accommodation with seating area.

k
kalanchin
From
Russia
Everything was amazing. It was such a sweet place to stay. The room was quite comfortable - a large comfortable bed, a modern bathroom, and everything was clean. Since it might be a little cold in that area, I was offered an extra blanket for sleeping. The breakfast was large and really delicious, and you could also get some Ceylon tea if you wanted. The host was a tourist guide who kindly offered to take me on a tour of the tea factories, which I was very grateful for! Thank you so much for having me! It was an amazing experience, and next time, I will definitely stay with you again, thank you!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 713 reviews
Price from
US$30
1 night, 2 adults

Green Gregory Villa Nuwara Eliya

Nuwara Eliya

Set just 8.1 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden, Green Gregory Villa Nuwara Eliya offers accommodation in Nuwara Eliya with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a 24-hour front desk.

A
Andrea
From
Australia
We loved our stay here. The family that run the place made us feel right at home. They served us breakfast and dinner in their dining room. They were very sweet to our little kids and we had a great stay. They were also able to accommodate my husbands many food intolerances. There is a shared area outside the room with a fridge, table and tea and coffee making facilities that was handy.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 327 reviews
Price from
US$21.25
1 night, 2 adults
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Travellers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. This simple accommodation is in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.

Most booked homestays in Nuwara Eliya and surroundings in the past month

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  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Nuwara Eliya

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 142 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Nuwara Eliya

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 456 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Nuwara Eliya

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 596 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Nuwara Eliya

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 121 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Nuwara Eliya

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 713 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Nuwara Eliya

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 198 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Nuwara Eliya

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 535 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Nuwara Eliya

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 448 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Nuwara Eliya

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 651 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Nuwara Eliya

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,122 reviews

Great access to the city centre. Check these homestays in Nuwara Eliya and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 93 reviews

    Gimhana Guest House has mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking, set in Nuwara Eliya, 3.7 km from Gregory Lake. This guest house is 11 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden.

    From US$28.60 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    Reyora Guest House provides a hot tub and free private parking, and is within 3.7 km of Gregory Lake and 11 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden. This guest house has a garden.

    From US$25.41 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.0
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Set in Nuwara Eliya and only 3.7 km from Gregory Lake, The LaZORI GRAND VILLA offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    From US$19.36 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews

    Located in Nuwara Eliya and only 3.8 km from Gregory Lake, Little England Villa provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    From US$35 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

    Located just 11 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden, Dio Green House NUWRA ELIYA offers accommodation in Nuwara Eliya with access to a garden, a terrace, as well as a shared kitchen.

    From US$24.20 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 199 reviews

    Boasting a garden and views of mountain, Frosty Heaven Guest House is a recently renovated guest house set in Nuwara Eliya, 3.9 km from Gregory Lake.

    From US$19.36 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 228 reviews

    Located just 11 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden, sasru holiday home features accommodation in Nuwara Eliya with access to a terrace, a shared lounge, as well as a 24-hour front desk.

    From US$24.20 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

    Situated in Nuwara Eliya and only 3.8 km from Gregory Lake, SILVER ROSE GUEST HOUSE features accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    From US$38.12 per night

Save money on homestays in Nuwara Eliya and nearby – budget options available

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

    Big Mountain Havelock Cottage enjoys a location in Nuwara Eliya, just 2.7 km from Gregory Lake and 7.4 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden.

    From US$33.88 per night
  • Andora Nuwara Eliya

    Nuwara Eliya
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 277 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, Andora Nuwara Eliya is situated in Nuwara Eliya, 2 km from Gregory Lake and 9 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden.

    From US$95 per night
  • Amaraai lake edge

    Nuwara Eliya
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews

    Located in Nuwara Eliya, within 1.7 km of Gregory Lake and 8.7 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden, Amaraai lake edge provides accommodation with a garden as well as free private parking for guests who...

  • The Hill Cliff Bunglow

    Nuwara Eliya
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    Located 10 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden, The Hill Cliff Bunglow in Nuwara Eliya offers a garden. The property features mountain and garden views, and is 3.1 km from Gregory Lake.

    From US$78.65 per night
  • Premier Villa

    Nuwara Eliya
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 53 reviews

    Ideally set in the centre of Nuwara Eliya, Premier Villa features free WiFi, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive. With mountain views, this accommodation provides a patio.

    From US$90.75 per night
  • Gregory Lake Inn Resort

    Nuwara Eliya
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.5
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Providing lake views and a garden, Gregory Lake Inn Resort is located in the Lake Gregory district of Nuwara Eliya, 1.4 km from Gregory Lake and 8.2 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden.

    From US$34.53 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 92 reviews

    Situated in Nuwara Eliya, 2 km from Gregory Lake, Sapu's Mountain breeze Nuwara Eliya features accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, a shared lounge and a garden.

    From US$36 per night
  • Moonplain Bungalows

    Nuwara Eliya
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews

    Set in Nuwara Eliya, within 2.3 km of Gregory Lake and 6.6 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden, Moonplain Bungalows offers accommodation with a garden as well as free private parking for guests who drive.

    From US$45.10 per night

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 61 reviews

    Offering a garden and mountain view, The Venice house is set in Nuwara Eliya, 4.5 km from Gregory Lake and 11 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden. There is an on-site restaurant and free private parking.

    From US$29.04 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

    Boasting a garden and views of city, The paulwood caban & cafe timeless brew is a recently renovated guest house situated in Nuwara Eliya, 4.7 km from Gregory Lake.

    From US$33.76 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 393 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, Loversleap bungalow is located in Nuwara Eliya, 4.7 km from Gregory Lake and 12 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden.

    From US$18 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 151 reviews

    Featuring garden views, The Paulwood cabana home stay offers accommodation with balcony, around 4.7 km from Gregory Lake.

    From US$27.10 per night
  • Selis Manor

    Nuwara Eliya
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews

    Boasting mountain views, Selis Manor offers accommodation with balcony, around 2.4 km from Gregory Lake. Featuring room service, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace.

    From US$38.72 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews

    Set in Nuwara Eliya and only 5.6 km from Gregory Lake, Perera Homestay offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    From US$21 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 122 reviews

    Offering a garden and mountain view, Avon Field Holiday Bungalow is set in Nuwara Eliya, 5.6 km from Gregory Lake and 12 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden.

    From US$27 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 464 reviews

    Pedro View Homestay offers accommodation in Nuwara Eliya, 200 metres from Pedro Tea Factory. Free private parking is available on site. Pedro View Homestay features free WiFi .

    From US$36 per night

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Homestays that guests love in Nuwara Eliya

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  • Avg. price/night: US$22.10
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 327 reviews
    Amazing homestay with the sweetest family running it. Helped us with whatever we needed. Tasty food and an amazing view. This is a great opportunity to get away from the business of the city and to enjoy a quiet stay
    Guest review by
    Micaela
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$25.59
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 308 reviews
    This is truly a lovely homestay. The atmosphere was cozy. Shan and Ms Daphne are lovely hosts. They were very accommodating and kind. Shan had some wonderful recommendations for things to do around Nuwara Eliya. Ms Daphne's food is exceptionally wonderful! The rooms were clean and comfortable with a breathtaking view. I would recommend this place to anyone traveling solo!
    Guest review by
    Carol
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$36
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 464 reviews
    Beautiful Homestay run by beautiful people. A lovely warm host family that fixed the holes in my shirt, sat about chatting and cooked us a delicious dinner and breakfast. Great room with big cosy blankets on the bed. Great location with a 3 minute walk to the Tea Factory (get there early to see the whole process). Highly recommend staying here.
    Guest review by
    Nathaniel
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: US$36
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 464 reviews
    A lovely host family always eager to make our stay memorable. Lots of local knowledge and many tips on what to do and where to go. They also made sure we were well fed
    Guest review by
    Kevin
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$102.96
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 737 reviews
    We highly recommend to book Heidi’s home if you want to experience Sri Lankan Homestay, Home food and Hospitality… the owner is a super awesome woman… very cooperative and kind enough to help us with all required things… she also guided us on places to explore around in Nuwara eliya and Ella… Breakfast was fulfilling and completely home made… the house is so nicely decorated by her that u can spend some time in exploring and snapping it…Must visit Heidi’s home for Home stay experience
    Guest review by
    Sagar
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$18
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 393 reviews
    Such a lovely host family, beautiful view, clean room and walking distance to the waterfall. Great breakfast and we could also order dinner online from the city centre to the house which was great!
    Guest review by
    Beck
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$13
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 254 reviews
    This was a comfortable homestay with lovely hosts at a great price. We were offered tea/ coffee on arrival and the family’s pets are very cute. It’s within walking distance to Victoria Park and also Gregory Lake (approx 10-20mins).
    Guest review by
    Jasmine
    Young couple