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A modern hotel with multiple buildings, a central swimming pool, and well-lit pathways.
An indoor area with a vaulted ceiling, stone flooring, and a view of the night sky.
A spacious lobby with wooden ceiling, large windows, and multiple seating areas.
A modern resort with multiple buildings, a central swimming pool, and lush greenery surrounding the property.

1. The Argyle

The Argyle
Hatton
United States
Anib
NZ$318
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
The Argyle
A covered outdoor seating area with a pool, wooden furniture, and potted plants.
A covered outdoor seating area with wooden tables and cushioned chairs, surrounded by greenery and a pool.
A reception desk with a sign reading 'ARAMYA,' a staircase, and a seating area with a table and chairs.
A multi-story building with a well-lit entrance and a series of tents in the foreground.

2. Aramya Riverfront Boutique Resort

Aramya Riverfront Boutique Resort
Kitulgala
Germany
Barbara
NZ$277
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Aramya Riverfront Boutique Resort
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table, and a balcony with a view.
A hotel room with three beds, a large mirror, a wooden bench, and a view of the city.
A room with a table and two chairs, a window with curtains, and a view of mountains.
A building with a balcony, outdoor seating, and a sign that reads 'Café Coffee.'

3. Thuruliya Hotel

Thuruliya Hotel
Ramboda
NZ$117
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Thuruliya Hotel
Exterior
A river with a sandy bank and dense vegetation.
A room with two beds, a wooden table, and a window with a view of trees.
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a stone wall, and a ceiling fan.

4. Ceylon Adventure Sports

Ceylon Adventure Sports
Kithulgala
United States
michael
NZ$96
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Ceylon Adventure Sports
A modern house with a pool, surrounded by trees.
A modern bedroom with a large window, a ceiling fan, and a wooden floor.
A modern house with a spacious patio, large windows, and a well-maintained lawn.
A grand staircase leading to a reception area with a stone wall on one side and a wooden panel on the other.

5. Palmstone Retreat - Kithulgala

Palmstone Retreat - Kithulgala
Kithulgala
Finland
Janica
NZ$457
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Palmstone Retreat - Kithulgala
A bedroom with a large bed, a chair, a small table, and a view of mountains through the window.
A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table, large windows offering a view of greenery and hills.
A lush garden with a pool and a gazebo overlooking a mountainous landscape.
A lush garden with a pool, lounge chairs, and a gazebo.

6. Camellia Hills

Camellia Hills
Hatton
United States
Mahjoob
NZ$677
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Camellia Hills
A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a clear pool, and a mountainous backdrop.
A sunlit room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and decorative vases.
A conservatory with a dining area, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.
A two-story building with a large glass facade, a stone-paved entrance, and a well-maintained lawn.

7. Langdale Boutique Hotel by Amaya

Langdale Boutique Hotel by Amaya
Nuwara Eliya
United States
Pathmanaban
NZ$369
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Langdale Boutique Hotel by Amaya
A table set outdoors with a scenic view of mountains and lush greenery in the background.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.
A historic mansion with a sign reading "Governor's Mansion."
A landscaped garden with a pathway, potted plants, and a view of a hilly landscape.

8. Governor's Mansion

Governor's Mansion
Hatton
United Kingdom
Ryan
NZ$607
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Governor's Mansion
Private pool
Potholing/cave exploring
Aerial view
Exterior

9. The Tea Cottage Resort & Spa

The Tea Cottage Resort & Spa
Pasbage Korale
United States
Julian
NZ$95
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Tea Cottage Resort & Spa
A serene outdoor infinity pool with a clear view of a lake and surrounding hills.
A modern building with a large patio area, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained lawn.
A lakeside property with a patio area, outdoor seating, and a view of the lake and surrounding hills.
A stone hot tub surrounded by lush greenery and trees, with a mountainous backdrop.

10. Ceylon Tea Trails - Relais and Chateaux - All Inclusive

Ceylon Tea Trails - Relais and Chateaux - All Inclusive
Hatton
United Kingdom
John
NZ$1,345
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Ceylon Tea Trails - Relais and Chateaux - All Inclusive
A modern house with a swimming pool, a covered patio, and a view of the surrounding forest.
A resort with multiple buildings, a stone pathway, and well-maintained gardens.
A row of white buildings with balconies, a stone pathway, and a well-maintained garden with red flowers.
A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a bed with patterned bedding, a nightstand, a desk, and a wardrobe.

11. Okwin Resort

Okwin Resort
Nawalapitiya
NZ$258
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Okwin Resort
A swimming pool with a stone wall and steps leading into the water, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
A multi-story building with large windows, a stone base, and a staircase leading to the entrance.
A spacious room with large windows offering a view of lush greenery. There are wooden tables and chairs arranged for dining or meetings.
A spacious room with large windows, a wooden ceiling, a ceiling fan, a black sofa, a round table, and a bean bag chair.

12. Moksha at Kitulgala Rainforest Boutique

Moksha at Kitulgala Rainforest Boutique
Kithulgala
Denmark
Sara
NZ$1,075
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Moksha at Kitulgala Rainforest Boutique
A large hotel with a prominent arch bridge, stone pillars, and a mountainous backdrop.
A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, dual sinks, and a large mirror.
A bedroom with a canopy bed, a bedside phone, and a nightstand.
A spacious tea factory with wooden interiors, large blue cooling units, and signs indicating different brewing methods.

13. Kingswood Tea Factory

Kingswood Tea Factory
Ramboda
NZ$92
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Kingswood Tea Factory
A spacious living area with a large window overlooking a body of water, a chandelier, and a dining area with multiple chairs and tables.
A spacious dining room with a large table set for six, surrounded by green upholstered chairs. A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances is visible in the background.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, and a view of the sea.
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a balcony with a view of the sea and mountains, and two chairs.

14. Villa Serenity

Villa Serenity
Hatton
United Kingdom
Sean
NZ$478
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Villa Serenity
A resort with a pool area, a building with multiple floors, and a mountainous backdrop.
A reception area with a wooden counter, a sign reading "ARAMYA," and hanging lanterns.
A two-story resort with a swimming pool and lush greenery.
A bedroom with a bed, nightstands, a red chair, a ceiling fan, and decorative wall art.

15. Aramya hotel

Aramya hotel
Kitulgala
NZ$319
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Aramya hotel
A room with a wooden interior, a balcony with a view of green hills, and two potted plants.
A bedroom with a wooden bed frame, a mounted air conditioner, and two wall-mounted lamps.
A wooden dining table with chairs, a vase with flowers, and a view of a green landscape through a window.
A wooden interior with a high ceiling, a staircase, and a view of the outdoors.

16. Cottage San Francesco

Cottage San Francesco
Nuwara Eliya
United States
Justine
NZ$118
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Cottage San Francesco
A modern living room with a wooden staircase, a sofa set, a coffee table, and a large window offering a view of trees.
A cozy room with wicker furniture, a dining table set for a meal, and a large window offering a view of greenery.
A cozy living room with a sofa, a dining table set for a meal, and a large window with curtains.
A cozy outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a wooden table, and a view of a garden and building in the background.

17. Tathya Hills - Luxe Garden Retreat

Tathya Hills - Luxe Garden Retreat
Nuwara Eliya
Canada
Jeyarupan
NZ$144
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Tathya Hills - Luxe Garden Retreat
A wooden staircase with a metal handrail leading to a gate.
A lush tea plantation with terraced fields and a lake in the background.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a sink, and a window with sheer curtains.
A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and a bed visible through an open door.

18. Hatton City Stay

Hatton City Stay
Hatton
NZ$34
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Hatton City Stay
A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a phone and a kettle, and a wall-mounted light fixture.
A dining area with a round table and six wooden chairs, a vase with flowers, and a window with a metal grid.
A hotel room with two beds, each with a red accent pillow and a white bedspread.
A hotel room with four single beds, each with a red pillow and a black bag on one of the beds.

19. LAA ADAMS THE LUXURIOUS LIVING

LAA ADAMS THE LUXURIOUS LIVING
Hatton
NZ$37
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
LAA ADAMS THE LUXURIOUS LIVING
An aerial view of a property with terraced tea fields, a central building with a green roof, and a fenced yard.
Living room
Dining
A hallway with wooden flooring and a sloped ceiling with skylights.

20. Iona Bungalow by Lalan Leisure

Iona Bungalow by Lalan Leisure
Hatton
NZ$126
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Iona Bungalow by Lalan Leisure
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Learn more about Watawala

Lush tea plantations surround this highland town where you can tour Ceylon Tea factories and taste fresh brews at source. Nearby Devon Falls and St. Clair's Falls offer spectacular viewing points, while Hatton's Adam's Peak attracts hikers seeking spiritual mountain trails.

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Top Watawala Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Watawala

Araliya Green City - Your Gateway to Everything in Nuwara Eliya

Araliya Green City - Your Gateway to Everything in Nuwara Eliya

10/10 Excellent
"It was overall good and worthy"
Nitin 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Araliya Green City - Your Gateway to Everything in Nuwara Eliya
Jetwing St. Andrew's

Jetwing St. Andrew's

10/10 Excellent
"The stray was wonderful.. location is beautiful ."
jameel 3-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Jetwing St. Andrew's
Tathya Hills - Luxe Garden Retreat

Tathya Hills - Luxe Garden Retreat

10/10 Excellent
"Amazing staff, amazing service. Can’t wait to come back!"
Jeyarupan 1-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Tathya Hills - Luxe Garden Retreat
Cloud Nine Retreat

Cloud Nine Retreat

10/10 Excellent
"We stayed just for a night as a stopover drive from arugam bay to Ahungalla. We had the family room which has two bedrooms, one with 2× double bed and the other 1x double bed. Had a fridge/freezer and a living room. No air conditioning but wasn't needed as the weather was already cold in nuwara Eliya. Breakfast included offered western (sausages, toasted bread and eggs)or srilankan food (dosa, sambal, eggs). Offered fruita and juice. Great location very high up on the mountain with a nice view of looking down."
james 1-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Cloud Nine Retreat
Serenus Boutique Villa

Serenus Boutique Villa

8/10 Good
"TOP LAGE! TOLLE Aussicht und die Wanderung um See bittet sich grad sehr an! Sehr erholsam Feines Frühstück"
Jürg 1-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Serenus Boutique Villa
Grand Hotel

Grand Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Staying was really good and we enjoyed. Staff was very supportive, professional, and well mannered. Above five stars for everything. Definitely worth visiting they have doing a good job on maintaining the property and preserving the heritage. Garden is well maintained and they are doing a great service"
Ishara 2-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Grand Hotel
The Argyle

The Argyle

10/10 Excellent
"Nice peaceful location with Good views . Staff is very helpful"
Anib 2-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
The Argyle
The Golden Ridge Hotel

The Golden Ridge Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely staff and service"
Peter 2-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
The Golden Ridge Hotel
Ceylon Tea Trails - Relais and Chateaux - All Inclusive

Ceylon Tea Trails - Relais and Chateaux - All Inclusive

10/10 Excellent
"The location of this resort is stunning, just beautiful. The service is superb. The food is amazing. And the cottage itself was tastefully recreated. We enjoyed walking the tea trails - just expect to make an effort on the plantation hills. We also relaxed and enjoyed the hotel every afternoon. They will do anything to make your stay as perfect as possible. It was an ideal stay for us. "
Maria 3-night trip
Posted 6 months ago
Ceylon Tea Trails - Relais and Chateaux - All Inclusive

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Watawala?
The best area to stay in Watawala is the region surrounding the Castlereagh Reservoir, particularly near Hatton.This area is the heart of Sri Lanka's tea country, offering stunning panoramic views of rolling tea plantations and the serene waters of the reservoir. It's characterised by its historic-era bungalows, often converted into boutique accommodations, and the cool, refreshing climate. The main road connecting Hatton to Nuwara Eliya, winding through the tea estates, provides easy access to various points of interest.Couples seeking a tranquil and romantic escape will find this region perfect. Many accommodations here offer private balconies overlooking the tea fields, opportunities for leisurely walks through the plantations, and intimate dining experiences. The peaceful surroundings and picturesque scenery create an ideal setting for relaxation and connection.For travellers interested in the history and production of Ceylon tea, staying in this area provides unparalleled access to working tea factories and estates. You can often arrange tours to learn about the tea-making process, from plucking to brewing, and sample some of the world's finest teas directly at the source.
When is the best time to go to Watawala?
The best time to visit Watawala is during the dry season, which runs from December to March, and again from June to September.During these months, you'll experience less rainfall and plenty of sunshine, making it ideal for exploring the tea plantations and enjoying outdoor activities. The weather is generally pleasant, with comfortable temperatures that are superb for hiking or simply relaxing with a cup of Ceylon tea.For travellers planning to explore the surrounding hill country, these dry periods offer the clearest views and the most accessible trekking routes.
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You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, although it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if cancelled within 24 to 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to 'My Trips' and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by 'Fully refundable property' for hotels in Watawala.
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