19 Water Fieldbank, 22000 Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka
#1 of 163 B&Bs and Inns in Nuwara Eliya
Guests' ChoiceBased on 152 hotel reviews
9.7Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Location
9.2
Facilities
9.4
Staff
10.0
Value for money
9.8
Free WiFi
8.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 22 August 2025
Bram
Netherlands-
A nice spacious appartment with a bedroom on the first floor. Hosts are a kind and welcoming family. They were very helpful and made us a great Sri Lankan dinner.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 13 August 2025
Sonja
GermanyEverything was great. Just remember to bring a sweater, it's cold in the hills ( but warm water bottles and a kettle are provided, too)!
We highly recommend this home stay! Romeni, Grace, Lal and the other family members are extremely welcoming and helpful. Our room was gorgeous, very spacious with a private bath (even hot water!) and absolutely amazing views down into the valley. When we arrived, bear monkeys were climbing around in the trees next door. The food is amazing and of a great variety. We also highly recommend Lal's nature tour that leads you in a circle around the valley through forests and tree plantations. We saw birds, reptiles and amphibians. Lal is extremely knowledgeable and has fantastic books regarding the fauna, too. The town centre is a pleasant 15 minute stroll by foot away. We stayed five nights and were extremely pleased we had found this gem of a place.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 31 July 2025
Anna-maria
GermanyVery friendly host, very delicious food, very clean room. Top!
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 27 July 2025
Majda
BelgiumBeautiful homestay, very nice family. They are easily reachable through whatsapp. They can arrange pick up from the train station, give tios what to see around, arrange tuktuk. They prepare delicious breakfast, I also had dinner hete, very tasty! Nuwara Eliya can get cold, so bring some warm clothes. The family provides thick blankets, hot water bottle for the night. Do not hesitate, come and stay here!
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 10 July 2025
Benjamin
FranceThe whole family welcomed me like an honored guest. I enjoyed delicious homemade Sri Lankan food at breakfast and evening dinner. The highlight of my visit was a 13 km guided hike up and down the forests and tea planatations surrounding the town.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 7 July 2025
Martyna
United Arab EmiratesThis place exceeded our expectations. The view from the window and balcony is absolutely breathtaking and perfect for relaxing. Breakfasts are generous and delicious, prepared with great care and attention to detail. The room has everything you need for a comfortable stay – a kettle, tea, hairdryer, and more. There’s also convenient laundry service available on-site. The hosts are incredibly kind, helpful, and always open for a friendly conversation, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. A perfect place to relax and enjoy a unique and peaceful setting.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 30 June 2025
Michael
AustraliaShower pressure a bit low but not a big issue! Got a bit cold at night, but plenty of blankets were provided.
We had such a lovely stay here! We arrived late in the evening and were welcomed by Romeni and her husband. She asked if we would like some curry and rice on arrival… Which turned out to be one of the best meals I’ve ever had! A selection of five Sri Lankan dishes and dessert, all home cooked by her mum Grace. Our room was cosy and had spectacular views over Nuwara Eliya.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 3 June 2025
India
United KingdomRomeni and her family were the kindest and most welcoming of hosts. They instantly made us feel at home and went above and beyond to help us during our trip. Their home is wonderful, such a lovely space, amazing food cooked by her mother and options to take a wonderful tour of the area with her father. The perfect place to stay, we can not thank them enough for their kindness.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 19 April 2025
Helen
United KingdomLovely elevated position with great views (although quite far from the centre and a little difficult to reach by minivan), super cosy/ cute little house - feels like a home from home. Lovely host family cooked us the most exceptional meal of our trip - some really amazing dishes. Adorable cat called Charlie so our kids want to come back!
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 18 April 2025
Victoria
United KingdomAs advised by others, the stairs up to the bedroom could be tricky for some.
We had two nights staying in the cosy cottage. The family are very welcoming and happy to help with organising trips, pick up from the station etc and communication was excellent. We had dinner cooked by Romeni and her Mother and the food was amazing. We also went on a hike with Romani’s father as recommended by others. He is extremely knowledgeable about all the plants and wildlife and we thoroughly enjoyed it. We would highly recommend a stay here.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 16 April 2025
Meera
CanadaA wonderful and super clean cottage…spacious for a couple with enough room for a family of four (extra single bed in the bedroom and a couch in the main area). I particularly liked the sitting area with its table and chairs from which you could overlook town. There is also a roomy balcony, large fridge, kettle, hot shower, and excellent internet. I also recommend having the home-cooked meals. The hosts are lovely and spoke very good English which is particularly helpful in arranging tuk tuks and such although the walk into town is very doable, it would take at least 20 minutes.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 13 April 2025
Kate
United KingdomA sweet cottage tucked away above the town with the most welcoming hosts. We were looked after so well. If you ask in advance, Rameni's mother cooks some of the best curry and rice we've had (low on heat to accommodate our 12yr old's tastes). They gave the girls hot water bottles for bedtime and helped us with tuktuks to get into town. A heartfelt home from home with great views and great hosts
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 17 March 2025
Silvia
ItalyNothing. Everything was perfect to us
We liked everything. The guesthouse is beautifully located at the top of the hill, with view on the city and on the surrounding valleys. The room was cozy and cleaned. Romeni welcomed us with a cup of tea, some biscuits and bananas and prepared us a wonderful traditional dinner in their kitchen. The father of Romeni brought us to a 5-hour hiking on the mountains and all along the valleys through the tea plantations, which has been honestly the highlight of our trip to Nuwara Eliya. He is so passionate about nature and wildlife... It has been a pleasure to spend some time with him. All the family is genuinely super kind and helpful. We will come back for sure in the future and we will cherish these memories forever.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 15 March 2025
Diane
United KingdomNothing for us but if have mobility issues might not be suitable in chalet due to steps.
Amazing hosts Romani and her mum Grace make you feel at home in their home. Also cook amazing food and speak great English so can help you with any questions or organising tuk tuks. Thank you
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 10 March 2025
Marguerite
BelgiumSuper nice family, make sure to have dinner the food is very nice And the cottage is really cosy
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 3 March 2025
Sophina
United States- everything was great! For the double room, everything was perfect but if booking the chalet, note that the family does live downstairs. While they are quiet in going about their activities and go to sleep early, you can hear everything through the door that leads to their home. If you are concerned by this type of noise, then I would book the double room instead!
The family that runs this property are so friendly and hospitable. They tried to make us feel at home as much as possible! -the breakfast was delicious and plentiful - very quiet! No road noise or tuk tuks or anything. - shower curtain in the bathrooms so everything doesn’t get wet. - good wifi for Sri Lanka :)
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 2 March 2025
Heidi
FinlandA little bit loud between the rental and the hosts private space if you are sensitive to noice. No problem for us but good to know.
Super friendly and genuine family with big hearts. Very cute and clean space. Lovely food.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 1 March 2025
Floria
SwitzerlandEverything was lovely, you’ll feel at home right away with delicious meals and beautiful surroundings. The place is really calm and the dad will take you on the nicest hike to discover the surrounding forest, tea plantations and history of the place. I even had a warm water bottle and 3 types of homemade rice and curry waiting for me in my room as I arrived late.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 26 February 2025
Andrzej
PolandWe loved the place and the lady, Romeni, welcoming us in front of the house and warming us with the hug. Delicious traditional Sri Lankan food, fresh flowers in the house. The house itself was very cosy like from the fairy tale. We loved the stay and wished to stay longer.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 24 February 2025
Chris
United KingdomNothing. Nuwara Elia is as cold as it gets in Sri Lanka, so the mornings can be little chilly. However, English people like us are used to much colder mornings than this!
The hosts were amazingly friendly and helpful. The food we had there was as good as any we've had in Sri Lanka. Far better than any restaurants!
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 20 February 2025
Lynne
United KingdomA lovely family who welcomed us into their home and cooked delicious meals. Really enjoyed the walk with the father, thank you.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 18 February 2025
Traveltho
SwitzerlandNothing.
Lal, Romeni, and Grace are amazing hosts! This is a fantastic homestay with an incredible breakfast. They also offer dinner on-site, which we highly recommend—definitely worth trying! The view is stunning, overlooking the valley and Nuwara Eliya, with a beautiful forest behind the property. Lal organizes trekking tours that are absolutely fantastic—highly recommended and worth planning into your stay. We would definitely come back and wish we could have stayed longer. Nothing negative to mention.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 17 February 2025
Stephen
United KingdomNothing. Everything was superb.
Fabulous stay in the loveliest of places with the loveliest of people. Dinner here is another level. I never usually ’eat in’, but if you don’t, you’ll be missing out on the best food in Sri Lanka. If it’s free, don’t hesitate to,just grab it!
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 24 January 2025
Lily
United KingdomWe loved everything!
We had an amazing stay at Sincere Wilderness, the chalet was so comfy, hosts were very welcoming and kind, and the food was delicious! I booked this property because I read other positive reviews, and I can confirm that everything is true! 😊 Like others, we had dinner and breakfast, and it was the best food we have ate in Sri Lanka ❤️ Thank you for an amazing stay!
Stayed in January 2025
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