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Grand Hotel

★★★★·8.8/ 10Recommended
·Hotels
1891 opened· 154 rooms· Check-in 02:00 PM / out 12:00 PM
Arcade/game roomNewspapers in lobby (surcharge)Fitness facilitiesFull-service spa24-hour front deskGardenAll 31 facilities +
Review
Official

Grand Hotel Nuwara Eliya served as the residence for Sri Lanka's governor Sir Edward Barnes in the early 19th Century. Perched at an altitude of 1890 metres it boasts spectacular views of luxuriant greenery, magnificent mountains and rolling hills. Nearby guests will find a serene lake, restaurants and a host of attractions for guests to explore. This stunning historic hotel is set amidst beautiful gardens blending seamlessly to its stunning natural surroundings. Guests can enjoy the ultimate in intimate relaxation in the superbly-appointed guest rooms which have been delightfully designed with comfort and convenience in mind. The hotel offers a host of exceptional amenities and services to ensure that all the leisure, dining, conference and recreational needs of guests are fully catered for.

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Guest scores & sentiment

From 317 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-09

Guests praise the historic charm, beautiful gardens, and attentive staff, especially breakfast and high tea. Common complaints include outdated rooms, poor soundproofing, maintenance issues, and occasional service delays or unprofessionalism.

Dimension scores · cross-source

Location9.2
Service8.7
Cleanliness8.7
Facilities8.6
Value7.8
Rooms7.4
+ PraisedBritish style and gardens · Excellent dining · Prime location · Elegant public areas
- ComplaintsSmall and dated rooms · Poor soundproofing · Aging facilities · Inconsistent service

KEYIdeal for history lovers. Manage expectations for room hardware, avoid older rooms, and verify bookings to prevent service issues.

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