The Best Luxury Hotels in Nuwara Eliya

4 and 5-Star hotels in Nuwara Eliya

Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka is a fantastic destination offering a variety of sites and attractions. When it comes to choosing a luxurious hotel, the area does not disappoint, for it is overflowing with opulent hotels and resorts that promise to pamper you to no end. So, if you're deciding where to stay in luxury in Nuwara Eliya, we've analyzed all of the top luxury hotels considering the guest ratings, quality of service, activities, location, price, and amenities. Our research led us to this list of Nuwara Eliya's absolute best luxury hotels and resorts. Whether you're travelling as a family or on a couples getaway, Nuwara Eliya is teeming with accommodations that cater to all your whims and fancies so you can have an extravagant trip with pampering and comforts. From 5-star and 4-star hotels with spas and swimming pools to intimate boutique hotels that exude romance, and family-friendly resorts that make your heart sing, there's something for every type of traveler. So, let your mind wander to the luxurious suites, complete with all the amenities you could desire, or imagine sipping cocktails at a world-class bar, dining at a gourmet restaurant, or being pampered at a spa. The choice is yours, because Nuwara Eliya is a treasure trove of plush accommodations that cater to all your needs, be it a romantic escapade, a family-friendly escape, or a friends reunion. With our researched guide, you can find the ultimate luxury and boutique hotels in Nuwara Eliya, where each and every moment will be a celebration of lavishness, comfort, and relaxation. Here's our list of the best luxury accommodation in Nuwara Eliya, so let's get to it.

(Prices are listed in U.S. Dollars.)

The Grand Hotel Nuwara Eliya

4-star Hotel with prices starting at $104 (before taxes) - See All Prices
Perfect for Your Extravagant trip to Nuwara Eliya
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for luxury hotels.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Family-Friendly
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Heated pool

Located at NUWARA ELIYA S/N and Hill Country, The Grand Hotel Nuwara Eliya has great rooms from $104 (before taxes). It offers an outdoor pool, a pool bar, room service, a restaurant, and a fitness center. It has a terrific 8.60 rating out of 10 from previous guests who have stayed here. Only 2 km from the city center, visitors will especially love a bar, a kid-friendly buffet, hiking, mountain views, and child care at this relaxing hotel. We always love having a pool, and the one here is really nice. The price of this hotel is less than average for luxury hotels, which makes it a great value.

Luxury Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Fitness center
  • Golf
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Horse riding
  • Fishing
  • Heated pool
  • Tour desk
  • Sauna
  • Family-Friendly
  • Luxury
More Great Amenities
  • Pool bar
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Hiking
  • Babysitting / Child Care
  • Laundry service
  • Game room
  • Family rooms
  • Playground
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Kids' club


Amaya Langdale

4-star Hotel with prices starting at $188 (before taxes) - See All Prices
A Terrific High-End Hotel in Nuwara Eliya
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Family-Friendly
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Heated pool

A great place to stay is Amaya Langdale which has nice rooms starting at $188. Offering an outdoor pool, room service, a restaurant, a bar, and outdoor tennis, it also has a great guest rating of 8.50 out of 10 from many previous guests. It's located at Radella, Nanu Oya. This luxurious hotel is also nice because it offers hiking, mountain views, child care, laundry services, and golf which discerning travelers will enjoy. Also, it's just 6.8 km from the city center. You'll enjoy unwinding in the hot tub, too.

Luxury Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Golf
  • Hot tub
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Spa
  • Child pool
  • Heated pool
  • Tour desk
  • Sauna
  • Family-Friendly
More Great Amenities
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hiking
  • Babysitting / Child Care
  • Laundry service
  • Family rooms
  • Breakfast in the room


Heritance Tea Factory

5-star Hotel with prices starting at $144 (before taxes) - See All Prices
A Hotel for Pampering
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Family-Friendly
  • Room service

We found Heritance Tea Factory to be a great place to stay, and the price starts at $144. We loved that is has room service, a restaurant, a fitness center, a bar, and a kid-friendly buffet, and it also has a terrific guest rating of 8.70 out of 10 from previous guests. It's located at Kandapola. You'll also find hiking, mountain views, child care, laundry services, and golf which experienced travelers will love. And this comfortable hotel is just 6.1 km from the center of town. The restaurant serves delicious food, too.

Luxury Hotel Amenities
  • Room service
  • Fitness center
  • Golf
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Spa
  • Tour desk
  • Sauna
  • Hammam (Turkish bath)
  • Family-Friendly
More Great Amenities
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Hiking
  • Babysitting / Child Care
  • Laundry service
  • Playground
  • Breakfast in the room


Galway Forest Lodge

4-star Hotel with prices starting at $56 (before taxes) - See All Prices
Stay in Style in Nuwara Eliya
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for 4-star hotels.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Room service

With terrific rooms from $56, Galway Forest Lodge, at 89 Upper Lake Road Havelock Drive provides room service, a restaurant, a fitness center, a bar, and a kid-friendly buffet. Its terrific guest rating is 8.60 out of 10 from previous guests staying here. Travelers will really like this posh hotel which also offers hiking, mountain views, golf, cooking classes, and a spa and wellness center. It's located just 0.6 km from the city center, too. The room service is especially nice after a long day. It's a great value, as the price is less than the average for luxury hotels.

Luxury Hotel Amenities
  • Room service
  • Fitness center
  • Golf
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Horse riding
  • Tour desk
More Great Amenities
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Hiking
  • Game room
  • Family rooms
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Kids' club


Jetwing St Andrew's Hotel

4-star Hotel with prices starting at $112 (before taxes) - See All Prices
Experience Comfort in Nuwara Eliya Here
  • Family-Friendly
  • Room service

Jetwing St Andrew's Hotel has a great guest rating of 8.00 out of 10, and offers room service, a restaurant, a bar, a kid-friendly buffet, and mountain views. The great rooms here start at $112 before taxes and depending on the season. It can be found at No 10 St Andrew’s Drive. Furthermore, it also offers child care, laundry services, golf, a winery, and city views, which is nice for visitors. Just 0.5 km from the city center, this amazing hotel is a terrific choice.

Luxury Hotel Amenities
  • Room service
  • Golf
  • Hot tub
  • Horse riding
  • Tour desk
  • Family-Friendly
More Great Amenities
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Babysitting / Child Care
  • Laundry service
  • Family rooms
  • Breakfast in the room


The Firs

4-star Hotel with prices starting at $45 (before taxes) - See All Prices
Plenty of Luxury Amenities Await
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for 4-star hotels.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Room service

The great guest rating of The Firs is 8.50 out of 10. This place has room service, a restaurant, a bar, hiking, and laundry services. Prices for the terrific rooms are from $45, and it's located at 85/2, Upper Lake Road,. We also love the golf, a hot tub, a game room, a spa, and free parking which are great for discerning travelers. And since it's just 0.8 km from the center of the town, the location is great, too. The price of this hotel is less than average for luxury hotels, which makes it a great value.

Luxury Hotel Amenities
  • Room service
  • Golf
  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Horse riding
More Great Amenities
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hiking
  • Laundry service
  • Game room
  • Breakfast in the room


Also, take a look at the luxury hotels in nearby destinations: Colombo, Kandy, Bentota, and Hikkaduwa.

For more terrific hotel ideas in Nuwara Eliya, make sure you also see Best Family-Friendly Hotels in Nuwara Eliya, Best Luxury Hotels in Nuwara Eliya, Best Hotels for First Time Visitors in Nuwara Eliya, Best Hotels for a Weekend Getaway in Nuwara Eliya, Best Hotels for One Week in Nuwara Eliya, Best Hotels for One Night in Nuwara Eliya, Best Romantic Hotels for Couples in Nuwara Eliya, or Best Business Hotels in Nuwara Eliya.


How much do luxury hotels cost in Nuwara Eliya? How much are luxury hotel rooms in Nuwara Eliya?

Nuwara Eliya Average Luxury Hotel Price
$108

After analyzing 6 luxury hotels in Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka, we found the average luxury hotel price to be a remarkably economical $108. Naturally, this destination has many fantastic luxury accommodation options with a variety of prices. The price will vary by the hotel's amenities, available dates, and the general location. If you're interested in more information about hotels here, see our guide to hotel prices in Nuwara Eliya.

The average prices of our suggested luxury hotels by star rating:

  • 5-star hotels: $144
  • 4-star hotels: $101


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