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Situated in the heart of Nuwara Eliya, Pigeons Nest is a beautiful accommodation just a 10-minute drive from Gregory Lake. It features a free internet access, a cosy fireplace and a large outdoor terrace. Rooms are tastefully furnished and fitted with hardwood floors. Each room features large windows. Bathroom facilities are either en suite or shared. Nuwara Eliya Golf Club is only a 5-minute drive away while Colombo city is a 5-hour drive away. Victoria Park is 2 km away while Horton Plains are 30 km from the property. Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport is 86 km away. The friendly staff at Pigeons Nest can organise barbeques and assist with travel arrangements. Airport shuttle services are available at a surcharge and free parking space is provided for guests who drive. Pigeons Nest houses a dining area where guests can enjoy authentic Sri Lankan breakfast too.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free private parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
8.9
Location
8.5
Free WiFi
8.0
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Ilona
    Netherlands Netherlands
    This place is beautifully located with views over the mountains and Nuwara Eliya. The staff was so helpful. They helped us putting together a plan to spend the short time that we had in Nuwara Eliya. The rooms are simple and clean and the...
  • Lisa
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Super friendly staff that is very welcoming and helpful. We had a big room with a gorgeous view. It can be a bit cold so make sure to bring some warmer clothes.
  • Sophie
    Netherlands Netherlands
    The staff were very friendly and helpful. They arranged good transport for us when you asked. The meals were tasty. We had the Kingroom, which was perfect with a beautiful view and a wonderfully warm and good shower!
  • Ellie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Nice spacious bedroom which was very comfortable, nice warm shower. The staff were all very nice and attentive, always available to help. View and location was very good, close enough to walk into the town centre. Would highly recommend.
  • Leoni
    Germany Germany
    We stayed two nights at Pigeons Nest and felt very welcomed, almost like at home! The fireplace was absolutely amazing and the people working there were so kind and helpful! There are also two very sweet cats living with the owners (one is named...
  • Jolob
    Portugal Portugal
    The hosts were super nice and helped us with the itinerary for the day. They also arranged us a very good tuk tuk that made us very fair prices. It had a small common kitchen which is useful.
  • Krijna
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Really nice staff and great accommodation. A little humid in the room if the window was closed. Not to most modern location, but nice and cosy mountain feel.
  • Alicebartolini
    Italy Italy
    The room is simply amazing. Cozy and comfortable, everything was new and clean. The staff was very kind and breakfast was super good. Very recommended :)
  • Florent
    Belgium Belgium
    Very nice hotel. View was incredible. Room was very nice and confortable. Breakfast was generous
  • Greta
    Italy Italy
    Amazing host and super kind staff ready to satisfy our needs. Super complete breakfast and amazing atmosphere and experience drinking tea by the fire before going to sleep.

Host Information

Company review score: 9.6Based on 722 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Neighbourhood information

We do have a beautiful lake call GREGORY and Victoria Park, Lovely Golf ground with 21 holes, two tea plantations McWOODS and PEDRO few water falls around 20 km away....

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Pigeons Nest
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
Bathroom
  • Private bathroom
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Car hire
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Safety & security
    • Key access
    General
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules
    Pigeons Nest takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 13:00 to 19:00
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    From 05:00 to 11:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children older than 5 years are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Cash only
    This property only accepts cash payments.
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please note that the property does not provide separate accommodation for drivers.

    Please inform Pigeons Nest in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    FAQs about Pigeons Nest

    • Check-in at Pigeons Nest is from 13:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Pigeons Nest offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Bicycle rental
      • Walking tours
      • Horse riding
    • Pigeons Nest is 1.8 miles from the centre of Nuwara Eliya. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Room options at Pigeons Nest include:

      • Double
      • Twin/Double
    • The prices at Pigeons Nest may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.