nothing to not like!

The staff at this place are some of the kindest people i have had the pleasure of meeting. They made sure that we were comfortable at our time there. The food was amazing and we were never left without tea/coffee. If you are climbing Adam's Peak then you have to stay here.

Stayed in June 2025

The host renuka didi is best...... And the food aslo Its a very good place to stay

Stayed in June 2025

The entrance to Queens Ark property is a little tricky to find. It would be nice to receive more detailed instructions on how to find the property previously.

Unfortunately, we were not able to stay at this property due to a hosts’ unexpected event. We would like to have been informed a little earlier, but understand that it may have not been possible. Nonetheless, the host’s family arranged a night for us in a nearby hotel and everything went okay. You can walk from the accommodation to the start of Adams Peak/Sri Pada trail.

Stayed in May 2025

Nothing.

During our Sri Pada hike, we descended to Nallathanniya from Udamaliboda , completely exhausted and drenched from the heavy rain. It was quite late in the evening when we made our booking, but the host was extremely supportive and gave both my sister and me a warm welcome, which we truly appreciated. The room exceeded our expectations spacious, clean, and equipped with hot water. The bathroom was also clean and tidy. We were able to get a good rest here after the long journey. The rate was very reasonable for two people. Highly recommended for any tired hikers looking for comfort and kindness after a tough trail.

Stayed in May 2025

Be aware that you can easily hear departing guests through the echoing hallway, so earplugs are recommended if you are a light sleeper.

Queens Ark is the perfect place to stay if you want to climb Adam’s Peak. The beds are very comfortable. However, you can hear some noise from the building itself, so earplugs are recommended if you are a light sleeper. The shower and toilet are excellent, and everything is spacious and spotlessly clean. The owner is incredibly kind, helpful, and genuinely interested. We even played a game with him. Don’t be put off by the entrance: like many buildings in Sri Lanka, the hotel is partly under construction. You have to walk through what looks like a construction site, but once inside, everything is perfectly arranged. We had dinner at the hotel twice, and the food was delicious – especially the curry. Breakfast was great too, with a tasty omelet. Tips for climbing Adam’s Peak A warning: do not attempt the climb during the weekend. We encountered a traffic jam close to the summit and had to turn back after three hours. If you notice a traffic jam (ask people coming down when you are near the top), take the detour at the large Buddha statue to the right. This will add about twenty minutes to your climb but will bring you straight to the summit. The main route leads to the temple first, not directly to the top. Tip: you can easily find the detour route on the Maps.me app. We left at 2:15 a.m. and took about 3.5 hours to reach the top. Bring some toilet paper and a warm sweater. You don't need to carry too much water, as you can buy it along the way. After returning, Nimal prepared a wonderful breakfast for us, and we enjoyed four hours of well-deserved sleep. In the evening, we had another delicious meal. Highly recommended

Stayed in April 2025

The entrance to the hotel is unfinished (Nimal is saving for his next building stage) and in fact it’s a little hard to recognise it as a hotel at all from the street. Never mind, once you are in you will be made to feel incredibly at home. Our family occupied the two lower rooms, very peaceful and quiet with little garden and river outlook (couldn’t hear the traffic on street) but there was a slight dampness in the air. If you can, request an upper room as they are more airy.

The best thing about this hotel is the owner, Nimal. Such a friendly guy and will go out of his way to ensure you have a great stay. It was school holidays and his family were around. It really felt like a friendly home stay! His wife cooked us the most delicious curries with chicken, Dahl, pappadam, coconut sambal, vegetables- prepared for our late arrival on first evening and we ate in their lovely colourfully decorated dining area. Dinner was so good, we asked for it again next night! Breakfast was also delicious with tropical fruits, eggs, roti, toasts, fresh squeezed juices etc. The rooms are basic but clean and comfortable. It’s only a short walk to start of Adam’s Peak trail. We were there during Sri Lankan NY holidays (April). Was so busy with local religious pilgrimage (scores of busloads) that we decided not to climb. Not our kind of walking- we like nature and tranquility. Instead, Nimal suggested a walk through tea plantations and to see two beautiful waterfalls. It was so scenic and incredibly peaceful and it surpassed the thought of fighting crowds trying to get up Adam’s Peak. My sons even had a swim. The area itself is just incredibly beautiful and worth visiting!

Stayed in April 2025

Nothing!

Room was huge, clean and with a great view. I arrived at 8pm and they cooked me an incredible dinner and made me a packed lunch for my 3am hike the following day.

Stayed in April 2025

It was all good in my opinion.

Such a nice place to stay, the owner Nimal is an incredibly kind and attentive host. We arrived so much later than expected and he was still up waiting for us with food ready to serve and a warm welcome. We stayed at an exceptionally busy time of year, there was so much traffic on the road outside but the hotel rooms are set down the cliff from the road so you couldn't hear any of the traffic, the room was actually so peaceful. The entrance to the accommodation doesn't look like much but don't let it fool you, the interior is very comfortable, the balconies have stunning views and the food provided was absolutely delicious. If you're staying to climb Adams peak, this hotel is so close to the base that you can start walking straight from it. Nimal also knows a lot about the hike so if you have any concerns he is really informative.

Stayed in March 2025

Breakfast was good and tasty.

Stayed in April 2025

There is no better stay than here. Honestly. We pre-booked only 1 night but stayed for 4 nights instead. Our TukTuk lost function on our way to the accommodation and I got sick while being here. Namil (the host) managed to turn these worst-case-scenarios in best-case-scenarios. He is the best host one could wish for. My girlfriend and I always felt very welcomed, understood and almost like home. The rooms are clean, spacious with very cosy beds. During my sickness I had plenty of options to worship the beautiful view from our windows. The food cooked here is remarkable and belongs to the best food we have eaten during our 3-weeks-Trip through Sri Lanka. Food is always freshly made and adjusted to your needs. Namil will always be there for you and will care for you like you are family. We hope to have found a friend here. We highly recommend considering (and picking) this accommodation for your stay.

Stayed in April 2025

Lovely views, really nice food and friendly staff - a good base to do Adam’s Peak from!

Stayed in March 2025

We stayed for only one night at Queens Ark because we wanted to hike up Adam's Peak. In retrospect we should have stayed at least one more night and explored the area a bit more. Nimal and his family are wonderful hosts and told us about other interesting hikes to nearby waterfalls, that we regrettably couldn't do. The place is comfy and quiet at night, the view from the breakfast/dinner table and the room is great and the food delicious and plentiful. Nimal prepared sandwiches and bananas for the hike and made sure we had a wonderful stay. Definitely recommended!

Stayed in March 2025

A 10 minutes walk to the initial walk to hike the Adam’s Peak. The host was so so so nice! He took care of everything for us.. dinner, breakfast, food to take to the hike, finding us a driver… that was very convenient!

Stayed in February 2025

From outside is under construction, more steps))) after Adams Peak

Very nice setting, really good dinner, spacious room

Stayed in February 2025

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Everything was awesome. The Location (close to Adams Peak Entrance), the view, the staff, the food! We had a really nice stay and really enjoyed the time.

Stayed in February 2025

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The photos do not do this justice. The place is stunning and the views are incredible. The host was so attentive! We were welcomed with drinks and the breakfast was huge and delicious. The place is clean, beautiful and safe. Highly recommend!

Stayed in January 2025

My friend and I stayed for a few nights to climb Adam's Peak and do some sections of the Pekoe trail. The hotel is walking distance (around 10-15 minutes) to the entrance of Adam's Peak. We appreciated our very friendly hosts, the large and well-furnished room, and the great food!

Stayed in December 2024

The welcome and service were great. Very caring and kind. We were welcomed with tea and asked if we wanted dinner. When we left to hike Adam’s Peak at 2am, there was coffee ready and also a packed lunch of toasties and bananas.

Stayed in January 2025

It lacks amenities and the rooms are very basic but the beds are comfortable . I know they're working hard to complete the project and will eventually be a great place to stay if you plan on climbing Adams peak.

The hotel is a work-in-progress. It's on a hill with a bunker style entrance with no reception. You might seem like you've made a mistake in booking but rest assured once you arrive they will go above and beyond to make your stay a very pleasant one. We chose it for the location and it's proximity to Adams Peak. Only about 400 meters to the start. The staff very friendly. They're a small family run inn with everyone going over and above to make your stay as comfortable possie and they do it with a smile. Nimal, his wife, brother and other staff are a great team of hospitable people. The food was very tasty and flavourful. We had all 3 meals in the two days we stayed whilst climbing Adams peak and they made sure the food was served hot and I felt like I was having home cooked meals. Sri lankan food was done well. The sandwiches were simple but enjoyable and filling. The curries were thick and flavourful. They weren't stingy on ingredients and portion sizes either. The toilets are new and elegantly designed with good hot water. I'm very fussy about the bathrooms being clean and also pleasing to the eye and I was not disappointed.

Stayed in January 2025

The rooms was big&comfy but the building is under construction. It was not bothering us, but someone could be. Good point to start the voyage to Adam's peak.

Stayed in January 2025

Clean spacious rooms.

Stayed in December 2024

Excellent host Nimal.

Stayed in January 2025

Dinner and water are little bit expensive

It's a really good please for visiting Adams Peak. The host is really helpful and friendly. I can really recommend.

Stayed in December 2024

The hospitality and cleanliness

Stayed in December 2024