Ceylon Tea Trails - Relais and Chateaux
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Ceylon Tea Trails - Relais and Chateaux
No.1 of Luxury Hotels in Central Province
Estate, Norwood, Central Province, 00100, Sri Lanka
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Ceylon Tea Trails is the world’s first tea bungalow resort, perched at an altitude of 1250 metres in Sri Lanka’s panoramic Ceylon tea region, bordering the UNESCO World Heritage Central Highlands. Tea Trails is the first Relais & Chateaux resort in Sri Lanka.
This award-winning boutique resort comprises of five restored colonial era tea planters’ bungalows, offering period furnishings, exquisite butler service & gourmet cuisine. Bungalows vary from 4 to 6 rooms & suites; 27 rooms in all. Book an individual room or a group could reserve a complete bungalow.
Each of the five bungalows is unique - lakeside Castlereagh. Summerville & Dunkeld, Norwood with panoramic views and Tientsin, the most traditional colonial. We encourage you to visit the other bungalows to enjoy a meal or partake of our famous cream tea.Show More
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Highlights
Airport pick-up available
Delicious Breakfast
Free parking
Lots to doAmenities
Sunbathing area
Hot springsFree
Spa
ParkingFree
Priority airport pick-up
Car rentals
Library
Tennis court
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Property Description
Ceylon Tea Trails is the world’s first tea bungalow resort, perched at an altitude of 1250 metres in Sri Lanka’s panoramic Ceylon tea region, bordering the UNESCO World Heritage Central Highlands. Tea Trails is the first Relais & Chateaux resort in Sri Lanka.
This award-winning boutique resort comprises of five restored colonial era tea planters’ bungalows, offering period furnishings, exquisite butler service & gourmet cuisine. Bungalows vary from 4 to 6 rooms & suites; 27 rooms in all. Book an individual room or a group could reserve a complete bungalow.
Each of the five bungalows is unique - lakeside Castlereagh. Summerville & Dunkeld, Norwood with panoramic views and Tientsin, the most traditional colonial. We encourage you to visit the other bungalows to enjoy a meal or partake of our famous cream tea.
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4.9/5
OutstandingCleanliness4.9
Amenities4.9
Location4.9
Service4.9
All 16 Reviews
Surroundings
Train: Hatton Railway Station
(12.1 km)
Train: Talawakele Railway Station
(28.3 km)
Landmarks: The Tea Fields- Tea Tour
(1.0 km)
Landmarks: Al Masjid un Noor Jumma Masjid
(1.1 km)
Landmarks: Norwood Hindu Temple
(1.2 km)
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Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies
2
Luxury Room
1 King bed or 2 Single bed
31-44m² | Floor: 1-3
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Private toilet
Conditioner
Soap
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4
Owner's Cottage
1 King bed
180m² | Floor: 1
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Private toilet
Conditioner
Soap
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12
Master Suite
1 King bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Private toilet
Conditioner
Soap
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6
Garden Suite
1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Private toilet
Conditioner
Soap
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Guest Reviews
4.9/5
Outstanding
16 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness4.9
- Amenities4.9
- Location4.9
- Service4.9
Average for similar properties in Norwood
AI Summary
Guests enjoy the comfortable, spacious rooms with beautiful sea views. The location is convenient for walking and visiting nearby tea plantations. The accommodation provides exceptional service with friendly, professional staff.
Xiangjieleizhou
October 14, 2024
Room introduction The tea garden visit in the package is a complete routine of promotion. The promotion activity of visiting this old tea factory lasted more than an hour, and more than four hours were wasted! There are good and bad differences in the five small houses in this group. Be careful. In addition, call the hotel one day in advance. Please confirm with Ctrip whether this phone can be dialed! The hotel waiter has a very good attitude!
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Guest User
March 6, 2024
British-style villa, the bathroom is so beautiful! Enjoy the beautiful scenery alone, the swimming pool view is very good, and the hot water bath is very comfortable! The butler-style service is very commendable. We discuss food with guests every day and arrange where to go as much as possible. Every aspect is satisfying!
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Guest User
October 6, 2023
It’s such a perfect hotel. I have to go back and stay for a few more days to express my love for this hotel. It creates a hideaway between Tea Mountain and Bihu Lake. The food is worthy of being a classic product of Relais & Châteaux.
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Guest User
May 5, 2023
Wonderful people, can’t be more attentive.
Hidden in the mountains, remember to stay in Summerville. Staff samantha et al made it a really good two nights. Highly recommended
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Guest User
December 18, 2024
This was our fourth visits to Tea Trails and it did not disappoint. We stayed in Dunkeld again and were looked after like royalty. The place oozes luxury through its seems. Every possible request or need is taken care off and it’s the perfect place to relax. We will be back again next year. Thank you to all the staff and particularly Nilatha the Villa manager and washantha our guide yet again this year.
Guest User
December 15, 2024
We spent three nights in the Norwood Bungalow, one of five bungalows in the Tea Trails. We also had lunch at two other bungalows: Castlereagh and Tientsim. All of the bungalows are impeccably presented - beautifully presented, well-maintained with polished floors, crisp linen, hot water, lovely gardens, breathtaking views, a swimming pool…. and most of all, wonderful staff who are professional and courteous. The food is outstanding in both quality and variety. We toured the nearby Dunkeld Tea Processing Centre and were looked after by Bernard, who explained the history of the tea trade and the processes for making tea, from growing the bushes through harvesting the crop, sorting and rolling the leaves, producing the loose leaf tea and pancaking it for auction. Fascinating.
Guest User
December 12, 2024
We stayed in the Summville Estate with only 5 rooms. It was in our opinion the most beautiful landscape we have seen during our 23days trip around Sri Lanka, with all the tea plantations which surround the lake, just few steps below, where they offer you a free transfer accross the lake to the other Tea Trail Estate. We had a beautiful but too short time there with an excellent chef serving you local or international food at its best. Thanks to our butler Dasun and the entire team who made our stay so memorable. Marcel & Nelida
Guest User
December 12, 2024
This was out first stop of our honeymoon and it was the most tranquil peacful start to our trip. We stayed in Dunkeld bungalow and it was beautiful, very clean and the staff were all so attentive and friendly. Our Butlers Samantha, Priyantha and both house attendants Sathsara and Varun were excellent and made our stay really enjoyable. The food is excellent too. We walked from our bungalow to another one for lunch and the staff and food were equally as delicious there. Whilst we were there we did a guided walk with our very knowledgable and friendly guide Wasantha. We also went out on the lake for a kayak ride and our guide Dhanushka was also extremely knowledgeable and friendly. I could not recommend this hotel more! I have been lucky enough to visit some amazing hotels as my father was the founder of Small Luxury Hotels and this is up there in the top 5 hotels I've been to.
Services & Amenities
Most Popular Amenities
Sunbathing area
Hot springs
Free
Spa
Parking
Free
Priority airport pick-up
Additional charge
Car rentals
Library
Tennis court
Tea room
Restaurant
Taxi booking service
Priority airport drop-off
Additional charge
Karaoke
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free
Luggage storage
Bicycle rental
Hot springs
Spa
Restaurant
Restaurant
Restaurant
No additional info available
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free
Parking
Parking
Free
Transportation
Taxi booking service
Priority airport pick-up
Additional charge
Car rentals
Bicycle rental
Priority airport drop-off
Additional charge
Front Desk Services
Safe at front desk
Luggage storage
Concierge service
Languages Spoken
English
Food & Drink
Room service
Health & Wellness
Tennis court
Sunbathing area
Spa
Hot springs
Free
Hair removal
Yoga session
Kayaking
Off-site
Sailing
Off-site
Public baths
Activities
Karaoke
Tea room
Close to Animals
Eco tours
Off-site
Public Areas
BBQ
Elevator
No smoking in public areas
Smoking area
Library
Non-smoking floor
Picnic area
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Cleaning Services
Laundry service (on-site)
Clothes dryer
Laundry detergent
Clothes steamer
Facilities for Children
Children's meals available
Business Services
Wedding service
Accessibility
Handrails on stairs
Stair-free main entrance
Safety & Security
First aid room
CCTV in public areas
First aid kit
Fire alarm
Keycard entry system
Fire extinguisher
Security personnel
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: After 14:00
Check-out: Before 11:00
To check-in, contact the property 1 day in advance
To check in, provide the following 1 day in advance: their flight information, proof of identification, their check-in time
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
Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
Breakfast
TypeAmerican, Asian, Continental, Full English/Irish, Gluten-free, Halal, Italian, Kosher, Vegan, Vegetarian
StyleBoxed/packaged food
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Contact hotel |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Deposit Policy
DepositNo deposit required by 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
Property Description
- Renovated: 2022
- Number of Rooms: 27
Ceylon Tea Trails is the world’s first tea bungalow resort, perched at an altitude of 1250 metres in Sri Lanka’s panoramic Ceylon tea region, bordering the UNESCO World Heritage Central Highlands. Tea Trails is the first Relais & Chateaux resort in Sri Lanka.
This award-winning boutique resort comprises of five restored colonial era tea planters’ bungalows, offering period furnishings, exquisite butler service & gourmet cuisine. Bungalows vary from 4 to 6 rooms & suites; 27 rooms in all. Book an individual room or a group could reserve a complete bungalow.
Each of the five bungalows is unique - lakeside Castlereagh. Summerville & Dunkeld, Norwood with panoramic views and Tientsin, the most traditional colonial. We encourage you to visit the other bungalows to enjoy a meal or partake of our famous cream tea.