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PROMAX villa, hotel in Nuwara Eliya

Set in Nuwara Eliya, within 2.6 km of Gregory Lake and 9.4 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden, PROMAX villa offers accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi as well as free private parking for...

Very clean and similar to the pictures, nice common room and kitchen, the hosts are very welcoming and you are treated so well. The breakfast is good and really big for the price. I think this hostel is really not scamming you and I would stay here again for sure.
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated superb
Superb
156 reviews
Namadi Nest home stay, hotel in Nuwara Eliya

Set in Nuwara Eliya, 5 km from Gregory Lake, Namadi Nest home stay offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

Very friendly and helpful host, who went out of his way to help us with some odds. Safe area, walkable, even after dark. 15 min walk to the famous Indian food hub, relatively close to shops, pharmacies, supermarket. Comfy bed and hot hot shower!
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated superb
Superb
153 reviews
Laughing Leopard Hostel, hotel in Nuwara Eliya

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

I really like this hostel because they go above and beyond for their guests. Every Thursday, they offer a family dinner plan, allowing everyone to enjoy authentic Sri Lankan cuisine together.
Scored 8.0
8.0
Rated very good
Very good
312 reviews
Haven backpackers, hotel in Nuwara Eliya

Situated in Nuwara Eliya, 4.8 km from Gregory Lake, Haven backpackers features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

Very poor facility, need renovation. Should cost even less for what they offer
Scored 7.9
7.9
Rated good
Good
41 reviews
Railway Lodge Hostel, hotel in Nuwara Eliya

Situated in Hatton, 39 km from Gregory Lake, Railway Lodge Hostel features accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a terrace.

butler service very good: traditional breakfast, customized local tour n on call service.
Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated superb
Superb
25 reviews
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Budget travellers know that there is 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 bit more.

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  • Avg. price/night: £19.15
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 312 reviews
    The best hostel I’ve ever stayed in
    Connor
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £47.88
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 180 reviews
    The staff was extremely pleasant and supportive. We stayed in the hostel room. It was quite comfortable, and everything was ideal for us.If you are an elderly person travelling, you should avoid booking the hostel room because it contains bunk beds, although there are lots of alternative rooms to select from. I'm hoping to come back again.Highly recommended place 👌 ..
    Bhagya
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £47.88
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 180 reviews
    I stayed in the dorm bed. As a solo backpacker, staying here was a wonderful escape from the usual busy hostel life. We were treated just as lovely as the hotel guests, enjoyed the views and the breakfast. Everyone was really friendly and really helped us out with our activities. It’s obviously not central in the town but I didn’t mind the 30 min walk down. I would recommend highly if you want something more quiet for once, which for me Nuwara Eliya was the perfect opportunity anyway! The value for money was amazing.
    Alicia
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £12.79
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 38 reviews
    Budget friendly.Value for money.Friendly host.Safe Parking
    dharshana
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £19.15
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 312 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.
    Klaudia
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 442 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.
    Jessica
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £15.19
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 157 reviews
    The whole place is amazing. You sleep well because of the shape of the beds. It's comfy. Everything is clean. There is a well equipped kitchen. A garden. A common area. Best hostel in Sri lanka.
    Andre
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 442 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.
    Viraj
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £12.57
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 346 reviews
    Very friendly welcoming people. Great location cafe near by for a cuppa. No kettle in the room. Cheapest place l stayed in during my cycling trip of Tea country. It was interesting to see what you get for £13 a night. Not sure l would stay there again.
    MAX
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £48.36
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 120 reviews
    Very friendly Staff, especially Roshan. He helped us find cheap transport. Great location.
    Lasse Stensig
    Young couple

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