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Offering a garden, Shirin1892 provides accommodations in Nuwara Eliya. Housed in a building dating back to 19th century, this country house is one mile from Gregory Lake and 5.3 miles from Hakgala Botanical Garden. There's a sun terrace and guests can access free Wifi and free private parking. The rooms have a private bathroom with a bath, while selected rooms will provide you with mountain views. At the country house, the units have a seating area. The daily breakfast offers Asian, vegetarian, or vegan options. A mini-market is available at the country house. For guests with children, the country house offers a baby safety gate and a children's playground. Castlereigh Reservoir Seaplane Base Airport is 29 miles away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Breakfast Info

Vegetarian, Vegan, Asian

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
Bedroom 1
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
2 full beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.1
Free Wifi
8.1
High score for Nuwara Eliya

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Ishan
    India India
    The property is surrounded by plantations. We loved going out every morning to look at the surroundings. It is very peaceful there. The hosts are amazing and we loved the food that was prepared for us!
  • Bishnu
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    Location, views from the hotel, staff and the owner of the hotel and the hotel itself.
  • Ushitha
    Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
    "Really it was all good large room with comfortable bed Super cleannice and good breakfast."
  • Azadeh
    United States of America United States of America
    Breakfast was very good. room was big and very clean. the owner was perfect and kind. good situation. an old beautiful English home with a nice view of farms
  • Lydia
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Shirin1892 is a lovely homestay surrounded by idyllic mountains and tea plantations. It's located about a 15 minute walk from the centre of Nuwara Eliya and 10 minute walk to Gregory Lake. The host, Asela is so friendly, helpful and accomodating...
  • Solomon
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    One of the best places we stayed. Very hospitable host.
  • Xiaoxue
    China China
    It’s a house with history and good story. We were taken very good care of by the host. He collected us with our luggages, dropped us for dinner and packed breakfast for our hiking. The room is clean and well organized. Highly recommend for who...
  • A
    Anindita
    India India
    This is a beautiful homestay run by Asela and his wife who cooks delicious breakfast for their guests. They provided us everything possible to make our stay comfortable and memorable. Their rooms are very big. Weather was cold and it was so nice...
  • Zoltán
    Hungary Hungary
    Very old building in a very beautiful setting. It was a real time travel to the former colonial times. There was no wifi, the breakfast was delicious and plentiful. It is not close to the city center, but it is easily accessible by walking. They...
  • Sara
    Spain Spain
    My friends and I were in Nuwara Eliya only one night, but we wish we could stay more with the fantastic care of this homestay! Big rooms, very comfortable beds and delicious breakfast, all run by a beautiful family that helped in everything they...

Area info

Amenities of Shirin1892
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Private Bathroom
  • Bathtub

Bedroom

  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen

Room Amenities

  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Themed dinners
  • Walking tours
  • Horseback riding
    Additional charge
  • Hiking
    Additional charge
  • Playground
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Sitting area

Food & Drink

  • Kids' meals

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

    Services

    • Shuttle service
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Private check-in/out
    • Laundry
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • 24-hour front desk

    Entertainment & Family Services

    • Baby safety gates

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • 24-hour security
    • Safe

    General

    • Convenience store on site
    • Smoke-free property
    • Carpeted
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Spa

    • Massage chair

    Languages Spoken

    • English

    House rules
    Shirin1892 takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Check-out
    From 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

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

    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.

    FAQs about Shirin1892

    • Shirin1892 is 1.3 miles from the center of Nuwara Eliya. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Shirin1892 may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Yes, Shirin1892 is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Shirin1892 offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking
      • Playground
      • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      • Massage chair
      • Walking tours
      • Themed dinners
      • Horseback riding
    • Guests staying at Shirin1892 can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.0).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Vegetarian
      • Vegan
      • Asian
    • Check-in at Shirin1892 is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 1:30 PM.