Bandarawela Hotel
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Bandarawela Hotel
No. 14 Welimada Rd, Bandarawela, Uva Province, 90100, Sri Lanka
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Amenities
Hiking
Private parkingFree
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Bar
Billiards room
Restaurant
Karaoke
All amenities
Property Description
Located in Bandarawela, Bandarawela Hotel is in the mountains, within a 15-minute drive of Dowa Temple and Kinellan Tea Factory. This resort is 7.2 mi (11.5 km) from Uva Halpewaththa Tea Factory and 7.2 mi (11.6 km) from Suwadivi Ayurveda Health Care.
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7.9/10
Cleanliness7.9
Amenities7.9
Location7.9
Service7.9
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Surroundings
Train: Bandarawela Railway Station
(1.5 km)
Train: Kital Ella Railway Station
(9.4 km)
Landmarks: Bandarawela Jummah Masjid
(100m)
Landmarks: Bandarawela Tennis Club
(170m)
Landmarks: St.Anthony’s Shrine Bandarawela.
(240m)
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Overview
Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies

5
Standard Double or Twin Room
1 Double bed or 2 Single bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
TV
Electric fan
Toothbrushes
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6
Presidential Room
1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Electric fan
Toothbrushes
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3
Deluxe Double Room
1 King bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Electric fan
Toothbrushes
Private toilet
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Guest Reviews
7.9/10
Good
28 reviews
- Cleanliness7.9
- Amenities7.9
- Location7.9
- Service7.9
Average for similar properties in Bandarawela

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Colonial Architecture & Heritage: The hotel is a historic colonial-style building with preserved 19th-century features, including antique furniture, wooden floors, and a courtyard layout, offering a nostalgic atmosphere.

Guest User
July 23, 2025

A beautiful and authentic hotel in charming old English style! The atmosphere is full of character, and every staff member we met was incredibly friendly and welcoming. Our daughter Joy celebrated her birthday during our stay, and the team went above and beyond — they surprised her with a delicious cake, arranged music, and even decorated her bed beautifully. Such a thoughtful and memorable gesture! Truly a special experience. Highly recommended! Thanks Also to Denish out great driver♥️

Rukshan
April 10, 2025

Great accommodation, good food and pleasant stay

Guest User
March 13, 2025

A beautiful old colonial hotel with nice gardens a little away from the busy- noisy Ella tourist centre. Has been very well maintained = check out the polish wooden floors and even the painted cement wet areas. They are more amazing than the 'mirror wall' at Sigiriya. Friendly staff and nice breakfast

Don
February 25, 2025

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.

Guest User
February 9, 2025

Absolut in die Jahre gekommen. Die Zimmer sind in einem ehemaligen Krankenhaus, Konzept sicherlich sehr interessant. Die Ausstattung der Zimmer jedoch sehr schlecht, die Betten sowie die Matratze total durchgelegen und benutzt. Die Dusche ist in der Badewanne und für Personen mit eingeschränkter Mobilität unbrauchbar, eigentlich gefährlich. Insgesamt nicht zu empfehlen.
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Guest User
December 30, 2024

Sfeervol koloniaal hotel. Gastvrij, heerlijk eten: buffet en verse bereiding (zowel diner als ontbijt). Kamers zijn gedateerd, maar wel schoon. Geen airco (ook niet nodig), wel ventilator. Badkamer met nog ouderwetse badkuip op pootjes. Voor mensen die minder mobiel zijn is de douche in bad niet handig met in-en uit stappen. Verder is het een gehorig hotel (vanwege de ligging en houten vloeren/dunne wanden). Toch heeft het hotel zeker zijn charme.
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Guest User
November 28, 2024

A somewhat run-down, venerable hotel. Very simple and very noisy. The food is average and the staff is friendly but completely overwhelmed. We wouldn't stay here again, even though it could be considered historic.
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Guest User
April 3, 2024

This review is based on our experience and from over 40 years of travelling Asia, Asia Minor and Europe. Just don't go there would be our advice. Given one star as you can't give zero. Firstly, do not believe the photographs on the website. As we entered this purported 4 star hotel the driveway told you it wasn't 4 stars. Full of holes and craters. We were with the tour company Inspiring vacations. Outside the entrance. Off the bus at 36°C humidity, 80%+ then taken into a crowded room with no air-conditioning or fans working or installed in the front area, complete pandamonium going on and had a menu given to us immediately on entering on arrival. We were then instructed to select our evening meal so it would be ready at that time due to being in a large group. We then received our room key and pointed in the rooms general direction. No signs or help here. The building was built in the late 1800s and looked every bit the part. No air-conditioning, no fridge, no safe. The doors and windows were a gateway for mosquito entry, and the mosquito repellent was empty. The bed was two old hospital beds pushed together with no proper support system under the mattress . The sheets and covers were all soiled, old, dirty and almost threadbare . The furniture was wooden and really old and was hard to open and close the doors and draws due to the warped wood. The TV was an old miniature plastic case style from the 70's but we do not use the TV when away. The bathroom was disgusting. Old odd tapes some rusty, dripping constantly, grimmy bath tub, had been painted rather than enamalled . The toilet roll dispenser rusty, dirty, and the room was oppressively hot. The old fan produced little relief at t a low speed because higher made it shake and rattle. Went to dinner at our appointed time of 6.30pm, it finally arrived at 7.25pm. My plate came on a hot sizzling plate, so hot it had burnt the chips and vegetables and the steak was inedible.The guide was asked if there was alternative eating in the town and he said "yes, if you want to get sick". The staff appeared totally incompetent and had little knowledge of 4 star or any star service. We found out the next day that 14 of the staff had walked out a week before. Two chefs, waiters and assorted general staff. The house maids were now helping the one remaining chef in the kitchen and the gardener became the barman. Breakfast was very ordinary, hard toast and greasy eggs. It was not until the second day that we got the buffet we paid for.There is absolutely nothing romantic, kitch, or historically quaint about the place. The town is a squaled area, a few markets and shops to view but dirty and dusty, poor and quite uninteresting. We feel that Inspiring Vactions would do better for themselves and their customers to totally remove Bandawella hotel from their tours. I imagine the hotel will respond to this review but we can assure you it is not at the International 4 Star level. This may be their 4 star rating
Services & Amenities
Most Popular Amenities
Hiking
Private parking
Free
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Bar
Billiards room
Restaurant
Karaoke
Additional charge
Taxi booking service
Currency exchange
Conference room
Additional charge
Multi-function room
Playground
Childcare service
Wake-up call
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free

Bar

Billiards room

Restaurant

Conference room
Restaurant
Restaurant
No additional info available
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free
Parking
Private (exclusively for guests) is available On-site parking. Reservation needed.
Private parking
Free
Valet parking
Transportation
Taxi booking service
Front Desk Services
24-hour front desk
Express check-in and check-out
Concierge service
Luggage storage
Wake-up call
Currency exchange
Tour and ticket booking service
VIP check-in service
Languages Spoken
English
Food & Drink
Bar
Lobby bar
Room service
Snack bar
Convenience store/kiosk
Health & Wellness
Billiards room
Hiking
Beauty and makeup
Activities
Karaoke
Additional charge
Public Areas
BBQ
Additional charge
Picnic area
Garden
Smoking area
Cleaning Services
Clothes dryer
Dry cleaning
Additional charge
Laundry service (on-site)
Additional charge
Ironing service
Additional charge
Clothes steamer
Facilities for Children
Playground
Childcare service
Children's meals available
Business Services
Postal service
Multi-function room
Conference room
Additional charge
Fax/copying service
Additional charge
Wedding service
Accessibility
Accessible rooms available
Stair-free main entrance
Safety & Security
First aid kit
Intruder alarm
Fire extinguisher
CCTV in public areas
Security personnel
First aid room
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: After 14:00
Check-out: Before 12:00
Front desk hours: 24/7
Child Policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cribs and Extra Beds
For all room types, cribs and extra beds cannot be added.
Breakfast
StyleBuffet
Age | Fee |
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Adult | Buffet:US$13.00 (approx. PHP 756.28) per person |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Pets
Pets are not allowed
Service Animals
Service animals are not allowed
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
Paying at the Hotel
- Cash
Property Description
- Opened: 1893
- Number of Rooms: 18
Located in Bandarawela, Bandarawela Hotel is in the mountains, within a 15-minute drive of Dowa Temple and Kinellan Tea Factory. This resort is 7.2 mi (11.5 km) from Uva Halpewaththa Tea Factory and 7.2 mi (11.6 km) from Suwadivi Ayurveda Health Care.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including a fitness center and bicycles to rent. Additional amenities at this resort include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.
Satisfy your appetite for lunch, dinner, or brunch at the resort's restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the room service. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available for a fee.
Featured amenities include a business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Event facilities at this resort consist of a conference center and a meeting room. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 33 individually furnished guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including a fitness center and bicycles to rent. Additional amenities at this resort include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.
Satisfy your appetite for lunch, dinner, or brunch at the resort's restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the room service. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available for a fee.
Featured amenities include a business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Event facilities at this resort consist of a conference center and a meeting room. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 33 individually furnished guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy for Bandarawela Hotel?
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What are the check-in and check-out times at Bandarawela Hotel?
Standard check-in time at Bandarawela Hotel is 14:00 and check-out time is 12:00.What are the check-in and check-out times at Bandarawela Hotel?
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About This Property
Nearest Train Station | Bandarawela Railway Station |
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Distance to Train Station | 1.5KM |
Average Price From | PHP4948 |
Hotel Star Rating | 3 |