Best places: Lodgings in Pinnawala, Sri Lanka

👍👍 We stayed one night at the Backyard Balangoda in the middle of tea plantations. We had our own cabin which was very cozy, clean and modernly equipped. We watched the sunrise on the cabin’s balcony offering a marvellous view over the mountains and tea estates. Dinner and breakfast were delicious and...

👍👍 The hotel was small yet cozy, with the extra beautiful view from every balcony. And Kumara owner and manager himself was so sweet and humble to have cooked our anniversary himself. The river side sitting was very romantic. For the warmth and hospitality definitely 5stars.

👍👍 I must say it was great and I recommend this hotel. I spent more than two days to choose this hotel and checked the nearby hotels, and now after the experience of staying in this hotel, I can confidently say that it was a good choice. The hotel staff were very polite and kind. The cleanliness of th...

👍👍 An amazing place. It’s very centrally located in Ella, but a little hidden and with a bumpy road. They picked us up by Tuk- Tuk so we wouldn’t have to carry the bags up the hill. The breakfast was a lot and delicious. Very friendly family who were always there to make the stay even more comfortable....

Polished guesthouse in a tropical setting offering cozy quarters, an outdoor pool & mountain views.

👍👍 Home away home for differently abled war heroes.

👍👍 Beautiful location with friendly staff and fantastic food. Nice view of sunrise and waterfall.

👍👍 The staff was extremely helpful and friendly, the room was very clean and cozy. The beach is located very close. The noise from the railway wasn't a problem for us. I highly recommend this place. It's a great deal.

Airy rooms in a down-to-earth hotel offering breakfast, a restaurant & a terrace.

🫤 We arrived in the evening, and the view around the hotel was superb. But before going to the hotel, you have to tell them you want a good view to your room. Parking is a little of a concern because there is a bit of space to park. The staff service is not at its best. We asked about the dinner, and...

Bright rooms, & apartments with balconies, in a laid-back motel offering dining, plus free Wi-Fi.

👍👍 Tucked away in a secluded corner of Sri Lanka lies a breathtaking natural oasis that will transport you to a world of pure tranquility. This idyllic destination is an unparalleled natural wonderland, blessed with verdant greenery as far as the eye can see, majestic mountains shrouded in mist, and th...

👍👍 We stayed at Leisure Dream Inn for 3 nights in the king room and would recommend it to anyone that’s looking for somewhere to stay in Ella. Great location, set back in a little quiet area but still close to the centre of Ella (10 minute walk). The room was clean and beautifully decorated and the be...

Genteel hotel in a 19th-century clubhouse, offering a formal dining room, a library & 2 bars.

Refined hotel in a 19th-century property offering warm quarters, harbour views & 2 restaurants.

Simply decorated rooms in an understated hotel offering an outdoor pool & dining next to the beach.

Contemporary rooms, some with sea views, plus an outdoor pool, a restaurant & a gym.

Beachfront hotel offering rooms & suites with balconies, plus a pool, a spa, a bar & 2 restaurants.

🫤 This place has stunning views of the gorgeous Indian ocean and an absolutely beautiful natural pool! However, the current management of the restaurant/hotel leaves a lot to be desired. We had a one night stay and the room they offered us smelled so bad, it made me nauseous. Alas, we found a tray of...

Straightforward rooms in a laid-back rural lodging with an eatery, billiards & regular live music.