Bandarawela Hotel

3.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Bandarawela resort

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Exterior
Front of property
Lobby
Bar (on property)
Presidential Room

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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No. 14, Welimada Road, Bandarawela
  • Place, Dhowa Rock Temple
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Kinellan Tea Factory
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Nature Trail Ella
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double or Twin Room

  • Garden view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Presidential Room

  • Garden view
  • 58 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Bandarawela

In Bandarawela .At this Bandarawela resort, you'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of Dhowa Rock Temple and 9 miles (15 km) of Kinellan Tea Factory. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Uva Halpewatte Tea Factory and Suwadivi Ayurveda Health Care.

What's nearby

  • Dhowa Rock Temple - 7 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Kinellan Tea Factory - 11 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Uva Halpewatte Tea Factory - 12 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Nature Trail Ella - 12 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Kital Ella Waterfall - 13 min drive - 12.0 km

Getting around

  • Haputale Railway Station - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Matey Hut - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Garden View Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪One Love - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Ellement Hiking Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Clay Pot Ella - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Bandarawela Hotel

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Bandarawela resort
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business center and a meeting room are available.

Public spaces have free WiFi. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the business-friendly Bandarawela Hotel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Bandarawela resort.

  • 1 building
  • 33 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1893
  • Deli
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Bandarawela Hotel offers 33 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually furnished. This Bandarawela resort provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and bidets. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee: USD 13 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Room service

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: noon
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between March 5 and March 6.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Bandarawela Hotel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 5 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 62
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 62

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 13 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • One child 5 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Bandarawela Hotel
Hotel Bandarawela
Bandarawela Hotel Resort
Bandarawela Hotel Bandarawela
Bandarawela Hotel Resort Bandarawela

Frequently asked questions

Does Bandarawela Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Bandarawela Hotel.

How much does it cost to stay at Bandarawela Hotel?

As of Jun 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bandarawela Hotel on Jun 16, 2026 start from CA $69, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Bandarawela Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Bandarawela Hotel, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 13 per person.

Is there a casino at Bandarawela Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this resort.

What time is check-in at Bandarawela Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: noon.

Is there free parking at Bandarawela Hotel?

This resort offers free self parking.

Does Bandarawela Hotel have a pool?

Bandarawela Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Bandarawela Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Bandarawela Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this resort.

How close is Bandarawela Hotel to downtown Bandarawela?

Bandarawela Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Bandarawela.

Bandarawela Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 44 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rukshan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great accommodation, good food and pleasant stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Old world charm! Though some modernization needed I hope new owners will do it thoughtfully so that it will not take away thr historical value of the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful heritage hotel - however, bathrooms dated and shower facility hard to use (in old fasioned bath) Staff excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helmut

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Topgepflegtes unrenoviertes Kolonialhotel

Ein Aufenthalt im Banderawela Hotel ist wie eine Zeitreise: Traumhaft! Der Service ist super und das Hotel (samt Bar und Lounge) für Liebhaber kolonialer Hotels perfekt. Das Badezimmer mit Originalbadewanne und die Bettgestelle sind sehenswert.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very atmospheric
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The whole vibe of the place just takes you back in time.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Gamini

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A hotel with a history

Very comfortable stay. Friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

MONIKA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
BEL HOTEL TRADITIONNEL ORIGINAL
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

ThuanHannan

Beautiful Place.Need to equip with modern fittings
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super friendly staff. Good breakfast. Plenty of parking.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sasanka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good hotel with amazing staff

Pretty good hotel. The breakfast was better than I expected. The staff is super friendly and super helpful. Overall I’ll stay again here.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Colonial stye hotel walking distance to the town. Great good and helpful staff. Hotel condition is average.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

4/10 Poor

Karu

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Deteriorating hotel. Used to be a nice place

I occupied room No. 214. This is my 4th stay during the past 04 years. Beds were terrible. Bed springs were all very loose and saggy and it is more like a hammock. Once you get close to the edge you tend to topple over. Had a narrow shave twice. It leaves you with a terrible back ache in the morning. Toilet was leaking and water from the cistern wets the floor every time the toilet is flushed. They said the ice machine is broken and could not get any ice cubes delivered to the room. I just begin to wonder whether they gave me the worst possible room being a Sri Lankan leaving the better rooms for foreign guests. On previous occasions I can't remember encountering a problem of this nature. Even the quality of food has deteriorated and it is not any better than an average Rest House run by local authorities.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

HEEKWAN

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Tradition is not a dirty

Dishonest manager...Smelly pillows and sheets...Old and uncomfortable beds..Because the wedding preparations noisy could not sleep. 이 호텔에 대해 할말이 많지만... 전통있는 호텔이라고 갔는데.. 호텔 시설이 낡은 것은 이해할 수 있지만 객실의 이불과 베개에서 냄새가 나고.. 침대 매트리스가 꺼져서 허리가 아플 정도... 결혼식 준비한다고 밤새 작업해서 시끄러워 잠을 못잤는데.. 프론트에는 12시부터 아침까지 아무도 없고.. 매니저는 그런적 없다고... 절대 추천하고 싶지 않은 호텔입니다.
Verified

8/10 Good

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent old colonial hotel

We loved this old colonial hotel with it's very Britishness . Over 100 years old and still keeping up the old traditions. The gardens are well maintained and beautiful. Excellent food and delightful staff.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shan Ravin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Nice and homely

Enjoyed the stay without any trouble. Can ask for more than this in Bandarawela. Conveniently located. Wish the management good luck!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

maddi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quiet and peacfull place

We enjoyed our stay very much,the weather was good and the staff was very accommodative .the food was 3 star quality .I would visit this place again.
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

レトロな雰囲気のホテル

カップルで来るなら雰囲気最高です。友達ともGOOD。トイレの開放感が素晴らしいHotelでした。結婚式の前撮りのカップルにも逢えるかもしれません。朝食のパンはちょっと焼き過ぎが出てくるかも。夜のバーでは頼めばfoodメニューも出してくれてサービスが良かったです。
Verified

2/10 Terrible

CECILIO

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Un hotel muy venido a menos

En nuestra opinión es un edificio, que en algún momento de su historia tuvo valor. Tiene poco mantenimiento, todo se ve y está muy usado, la habitación poco presentable, camas de tambor de resorte y colchones muy incómodos, el baño como de los años treinta, con adaptaciones muy rústicas y de mal gusto, en la tina, había una tarima de madera para salir de ella. El wc muy viejo y estorboso así como la papelera y la jabonera. Ciudad con poquísimo interés turístico.
Verified

8/10 Good

Malcolm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Glimpse of the past

Great value for money. Food and service were very good. Gave us an alternative experience of Sri Lanka. You can't fault it but it is what it is and where it is - so don't expect 5 star luxury and services. Be aware that travelling takes a lot longer than you might think in this whole area.
Verified

8/10 Good

sanjaya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very old hotel with traditions

it was nice to see some old hotel staff who had been working there for a long time and they were friendly and obliging as ever and made us homely.
Verified

6/10 Okay

PRANAB

Liked: Staff & service

Nostalgia above comfort

The only plus point is the heritage tag of the property. This was a good experience from that point. Hotel is well decorated with old memorabilia which gives a look into the past.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice and cozy, would go there again

Velmi hezký hotel, zachovaný ve starém stylu. Přesto ve velmi dobrém stavu. Personál ochotný, a celkově velmi milý. Ceny a služby tak jako ve většině hotelů na Srí Lance mírně nadsazené, je lepší hledat mimo hotel. Ať už se jedná o taxi,tuk tuk či večeři. Umístění hotelu jen pár metrů od hlavní ulice,autobusového a vlakoveho nádraží. Přesto se jedná o velice tichý a klidný hotel. Celkový dojem tedy více než dobrý. Very nice old fashioned hotel. Though it is old it´s still in good shape, clean and cozy. Staff were very helpful, and nice. Prices are as all around Lanka bit higher, so it is better to look outside the hotel. For whatever you look, taxi, tuk-tuk, or just a dinner it´s better to go out. Location just few meters from main road, bus station and railway station. Anyway any off this will not disturb you. The hotel is on little hill separated from all of it by garden. Overall impression is very good and I would go there again.
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Nice stop over and close to the sites in thearea

.. A very enjoyable break.Desoite being in a very busy town , the hotels situation made you feel that you were in the country.. Good food and good service
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Kolonitids hotel atmosfære

Spændende oplevelse, super service, super atmosfære, god mad.