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Bandarawela Hotel

3.0 star property
Mountain resort in Bandarawela with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Presidential Room | In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing
Reception
Standard Double or Twin Room | View from room
Front of property
Escape to the mountains and unwind at Bandarawela Hotel, where a playground, garden, and terrace await. Connect with free in-room WiFi or get lost in a good book from the library; enjoy bike rentals for a scenic ride or relax with dry cleaning/laundry services.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness center
  • Room service
  • Conference center
  • Business center
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Library

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Playground on site
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping

Room options

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Standard Double or Twin Room | In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing

Standard Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 254 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Presidential Room | In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing

Presidential Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • 623 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 254 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
No. 14, Welimada Road, Bandarawela

What's nearby

  • Dowa Temple - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Kinellan Tea Factory - 11 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Nine Arches Bridge - 14 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Little Adam's Peak - 15 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Lipton’s Seat - 24 min drive - 9.9 km

Getting around

  • Haputale Railway Station - 10 min drive
  • Ella Railway Station - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Diyathalawa Hela Bojun Hala - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Barista - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪360 Ella - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪One Love - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Matey Hut - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Bandarawela Hotel

When visiting Bandarawela, Bandarawela Hotel is a great choice to consider. The restaurant is the perfect spot for a bite to eat, and after visiting the fitness center for a workout, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. A snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden are other highlights.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 33 units
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: noon
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • One child (5 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking limited
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Playground
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting room
  • Conference center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1893
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Fitness center
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • No elevator (single level property)

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 62
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 62

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 13 per person

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between March 5 and March 6.

Policies

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Bandarawela Hotel currently open?

The property is closed between March 5 and March 6.

Does Bandarawela Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Bandarawela Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Bandarawela Hotel?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Bandarawela Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Bandarawela Hotel?

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

What is there to do at Bandarawela Hotel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Enjoy amenities like a fitness center, a picnic area, and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Bandarawela Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers international cuisine.

What's the area around Bandarawela Hotel like?

Bandarawela Hotel is located a short 13-minute walk from Dowa Temple.

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Bandarawela Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

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.
1-night trip

10/10

Great accommodation, good food and pleasant stay
2-night trip

8/10

2-night trip

8/10

Wonderful heritage hotel - however, bathrooms dated and shower facility hard to use (in old fasioned bath) Staff excellent.
3-night trip

10/10

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.
1-night trip

8/10

1-night trip

10/10

Very atmospheric
1-night trip

10/10

The whole vibe of the place just takes you back in time.
1-night trip

10/10

4-night trip

10/10

1-night trip

10/10

2-night trip

8/10

Very comfortable stay. Friendly and helpful staff.
2-night trip

8/10

BEL HOTEL TRADITIONNEL ORIGINAL
1-night trip

6/10

Beautiful Place.Need to equip with modern fittings
1-night trip

10/10

Super friendly staff. Good breakfast. Plenty of parking.
1-night trip

10/10

Pretty good hotel. The breakfast was better than I expected. The staff is super friendly and super helpful. Overall I’ll stay again here.
1-night trip

6/10

Colonial stye hotel walking distance to the town. Great good and helpful staff. Hotel condition is average.
3-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/10

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.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

2/10

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.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10

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.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

Enjoyed the stay without any trouble. Can ask for more than this in Bandarawela. Conveniently located. Wish the management good luck!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

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.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10

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。
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

2/10

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.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10

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.