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Experience world-class service at Stafford Bungalow

Stafford Bungalow is 1 km away from Ragala and 20 km away from the Nuwara Eliya city center. Free private parking is available on site. All rooms have a seating area where you can relax. All units include views of the mountains or garden. Rooms come with a private bathroom. Extras include free toiletries and a hair dryer. You will find a shared lounge at the property. There is bicycle ride or walk around the property. Guests can also enjoy a field walk in the morning for a tea plantation experience. Free use of bicycles is available at this hotel and the area is popular for cycling. The property has an outdoor swimming pool and Jacuzzi.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Halal, Asian

Free private parking available on-site

Activities:

Games room

Darts

Hot tub/Jacuzzi


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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
2 single beds
2 single beds
and
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
10
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
7.5
High score for Nuwara Eliya
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Chiara
    Italy Italy
    Gorgeous view, amazing room and pool. Fine dining experience and perfect service!
  • Alexey
    Russia Russia
    A very beautiful historic house! Rooms are well maintained and nicely decorated. The park and tea plantation are splendid.
  • Jo
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The hotel is a converted tea planters bungalow that's been restored and extended with modern features. The staff were very welcoming and accommodating throughout our stay, nothing was too much trouble. The food was excellent and a special effort...
  • Marc
    Australia Australia
    As a regular traveller it is very rare to find an hotel where I can not think of a single fault!! By Sri Lanka standards the Stafford Bungalow is on the high side, but you absolutely get what you pay for.
  • Ratan
    India India
    Staff is very professional and took good care of us
  • Paul
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Everything, staff very attentive, food was amazing, place more or less to ourselves.
  • A
    Anilreddy
    India India
    The cleanliness and the total property The paintings are awesome Everything was too clean We should appreciate the house keeping people
  • John
    South Africa South Africa
    Stafford Bungalow is quite simply outstanding! We spent three unforgettable days there and will most certainly return as soon as possible. Besides the breathtaking beauty of its surroundings, and the cuisine that is out of this world, Stafford is...
  • Marion
    Germany Germany
    It is an amazing place with particularly warm and attentive staff, who are keen to fulfil all guests' wishes. They also catered to all our food restrictions individually and we were able to fully enjoy the excellent food. Thank you Stafford team...
  • Nirali
    India India
    The location and the setting of the property is simply stunning. The staff is more than courteous and warm. Their hospitality is simply commendable.

Host Information

Company review score: 9.1Based on 3,768 reviews from 10 properties
10 managed properties

Property information

Set amongst the stunning tea plantations in Sri Lanka, Stafford Bungalow is a family heritage holiday home, initially built by the pioneering Scottish planters in 1884. It is located in the outskirts of the Hill resort of Nuwara Eliya, approximately 30 minutes’ drive through the picturesque tea country and bordering the town of Ragala. Stafford Bungalow is now open to guests to share the experience of living in this exclusive planter's bungalow within a 50 acre working tea plantation. It is located amongst one of the finest tea fields in the world, in a private and stylish ambience. Rest and rejuvenate while enjoying the salubrious cool climes of the 'Tea Country', take a walk along one of the many trails that wind their way through the luscious tea bushes, or just simply enjoy freshly brewed tea and scrumptious baked scones on the perfectly manicured 'Blue Grass' garden, immersing in nostalgia of the days gone by. Guests can pre-order dinner at our pavilion, the last meal order will be taken at 9:30 PM

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Stafford Bungalow
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • BBQ facilities
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Slippers
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Bathrobe
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Seating Area
    • Desk
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Drying rack for clothing
    • Clothes rack
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Heating
    • Ironing facilities
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor furniture
    • BBQ facilities
      Additional charge
    • Patio
    • Terrace
    • Garden
    Common areas
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Games room
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Sun umbrellas
    Wellness
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    Food & Drink
    • Wine/champagne
      Additional charge
    • Special diet menus (on request)
    • Packed lunches
    • Bar
    • Room service
    Activities
    • Mini golf
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Darts
    Services & Extras
    • Wake-up service
    Outdoor & View
    • Mountain view
    • Garden view
    • View
    Transport
    • Bicycle rental
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • Lockers
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Express check-in/check-out
    • 24-hour front desk
    Entertainment and family services
    • Kids' outdoor play equipment
    • Board games/puzzles
    Cleaning services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Miscellaneous
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Designated smoking area
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Family rooms
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • 24-hour security
    • Safety deposit box
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules
    Stafford Bungalow takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 14:00
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    Until 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 of any age 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

    0 - 2 years
    Cot upon request
    Free
    3 - 11 years
    Extra bed upon request
    US$50 per child, per night
    12+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    US$80 per person, per night

    Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 18
    Cards accepted at this property
    VisaMastercardCash is not accepted
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.

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

    Please note that the property will charge a gala dinner supplement of USD 160 per person not included in the room rate.

    Christmas eve on 24th Dec

    New year’s even 31st Dec

    Pork is not served at the property

    Please inform Stafford Bungalow 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.

    In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

    Spa and gym facilities at this property are unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

    FAQs about Stafford Bungalow

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • Stafford Bungalow can accommodate the following group size:

      • 3 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Stafford Bungalow on this page.

    • Stafford Bungalow has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 1 bedroom

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

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

      • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Games room
      • Mini golf
      • Darts
      • Swimming Pool
      • Bicycle rental
    • Check-in at Stafford Bungalow is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Stafford Bungalow is 5.6 miles from the centre of Nuwara Eliya. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

    • Guests staying at Stafford Bungalow can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 5.0).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Full English/Irish
      • Halal
      • Asian
    • Yes, Stafford Bungalow is popular with guests booking family stays.