58/17/1 waterfield bank, 22200 Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka
#14 of 124 hotels in Nuwara Eliya
Guests' ChoiceBased on 136 hotel reviews
9.0Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.1
Location
8.1
Facilities
9.0
Staff
9.7
Value for money
9.6
Free WiFi
5.8
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 17 August 2025
Mr
Sri LankaRoom facilities were very comfortable Staffs very kind and helpful 😍 Highly recommend ❤️
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 4 August 2025
Victoria
AustraliaNothing
Lovely accommodation. A lot of effort has gone into making this a comfortable stay. Very reasonably priced. Highly recommend the Sr Lankan breakfast & dinners. Brilliant shower - lovely & hot.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 15 June 2025
Nishanth
Sri Lanka⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Wonderful Stay at Lily Bank Cottage!” Me and my wife stayed at Lily Bank Cottage in Nuwara Eliya and it was a truly pleasant experience. The price is very affordable compared to other places in the area. The cottage was clean, well-maintained, and had all the necessary facilities for a comfortable stay. The owner was very kind and helpful, making sure we felt welcome and cared for throughout our visit. The breakfast provided was delicious and fresh, which made our mornings extra special. Overall, a great place for couples or families looking for a peaceful and affordable stay in Nuwara Eliya. Highly recommend!
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 10 June 2025
Denisova
RussiaUnfortunately, it was quite noisy in the morning. If you're like us and enjoy sleeping in past 8 AM, be aware that the area outside the window gets lively early, making it hard to sleep longer. Also, there were renovations happening in the neighboring rooms, which added to the morning noise. It's something to keep in mind if you're looking for a quiet start to the day.
We absolutely loved our room! Everything was beautifully designed and stylish. One of the most unique features of this room—and the hotel itself—was the private fireplace. It was an unforgettable experience to enjoy a real fire in the middle of the mountains. Truly special! Breakfast was delicious, the room was spotless, and the bed was incredibly soft and comfortable. The bedding felt warm and cozy. Honestly, I can say this was the smartest and most well-thought-out room we've stayed in during our entire month in Sri Lanka.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 13 May 2025
Johney
Sri LankaNil
Felt safe and friendly approach
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 29 April 2025
Lizzie
United KingdomThe road to the place is steep but worth it.
Very cute little cottage hidden in the hills. The host was very helpful and cooked a lovely breakfast for us. We wished we had longer to enjoy the room and to explore more of Nuwara Eliya.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 19 April 2025
Sangarapillaie
Sri LankaI had an absolutely amazing stay! The room was incredibly peaceful and offered a real sense of safety and comfort. The entire space was spotless — very well-cleaned and maintained to a high standard. It was also impressively spacious, well-organized, and fully equipped with all the necessary facilities, making it super convenient. What truly made the experience special were the owners — they were extremely friendly and always ready to help with anything needed. Their hospitality made me feel right at home. This place is a perfect getaway to relax and enjoy your holiday without any worries. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a calm, safe, and well-facilitated stay!
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 18 April 2025
Dimuthu
Sri LankaRoad is little difficult for a sedan car but can access.
Nice Cottage. Cosy Room. Good Bathroom . Comfortable large bed. Owner is very kind and helpful. He helped us to park our car also. Parking available. Breakfast also very tasty. Highly recommend ☺️👍🏼
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 14 April 2025
Marshadej
NetherlandsVery neat and cosy room
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 6 April 2025
Imtiaz
BangladeshOne of the friendly hosts we have found during our stay. Very helpful. Recommended us good alternatives in terms of route planning and food. The stay is very comfortable as well. The fireplace is a very nice addition.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 31 March 2025
Nimesha
Sri LankaNothing
I had a great stay recently. Cosy and quite place from the city. Clean and well arranged room. Owner is really helpful and good person. Super comfy bed and hot water are available. I'd be definitely visit this place again 💚
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 13 March 2025
James
SingaporeSuch a cosy place, room was comfortable and our host was so friendly.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 10 March 2025
Abby
New ZealandThe wifi wasn't working during our stay and the location is down a steep hill, there is parking at the top of the hill or at the bottom for tuktuks
Comfy bed, nice hot shower, big room, yum breakfast (extra cost)
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 4 March 2025
Friso
NetherlandsVery nice and comfortable room. It's one of the best places we stayed in Sri Lanka. Hot shower, comfortable bed, working wifi, amazing breakfast. What else can you ask for am I right? Definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 2 March 2025
Shawn
Sri LankaThe road to the place is down a very steep hill. Accessing it the first time is a bit daunting.
I like the idea of a little fire place in the room. My wife and I stayed here and it was a very cozy room. Bathrooms are clean.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 21 February 2025
Karim
EgyptVery beautiful place to stay, only you may need assistance from the owner, so you can message them with your arrival time and they are happy to help you.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 19 February 2025
Íngrid
SpainNo cons :)
Host was nice and helpful, the breakfast was amazing, room was nice with a nice a bathroom.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 4 February 2025
Larissa
SwitzerlandEverything was great. We loved our stay. It feels like a home, surrounded by nature, the place has a great energy. It was extremely clean, the bed comfortable, nice garden (especially when the sun comes in the morning). Breakfast was delicious. We also enjoyed a sri lankan dinner cooked by the owner, it was very tasty and you could sense how fresh the ingredients are. The owner was very friendly, polite, always making sure we have everything we need. He also helped us to organize our day trip. We will be back!
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 30 January 2025
Lovorka
CroatiaHave to admit that I was pleasantly surprised by this accommodation. Spacious room, great bed, enough blankets to be warm as it gets chilly in Nuwara Eliya, great bathroom and hot shower. I believe it to be the best accommodation I have had in Sri Lanka thus far. It is a bit away from the town center and uphill, but going down there is a good shortcut so you can walk the distance in 10mins. Going back from town it is a quick and inexpensive tuktuk ride away. Great breakfast too. All in all - a really great stay.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 16 January 2025
Champika
Sri LankaConvenient
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 14 January 2025
Stephanlanka
Sri LankaPlace was superb and very calm place. Customer service is good and they were very kindly served to us. Foods were delicious. The place was much budget when compare to the facilities in the room. Recommended to visit that place for spent the vacation.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 30 December 2024
Marek
Slovakialocation a bit tricky, but accessible
interior design, scooter rental, paid breakfast, bathroom
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 27 December 2024
Sulanja
Sri Lanka👍
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 11 December 2024
Lauren
United StatesVery nice room with comfortable bed and spotless bathroom! Host and his family were very helpful and accommodating- helped us book a tuk tuk the evening before to Horton Plains with a great driver and for a super reasonable price. Located just outside of town which we liked because it meant we were away from the hustle and bustle. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed in December 2024
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