Thotalagala  

Perched in Haputale, about 2 km from the town center and set deep in Sri Lanka’s tea country — Dambatenne Tea Factory is ~5.8 km away and Lipton’s Seat about 11.8 km. A luxury colonial hotel with easy access to the region’s viewpoints and plantations.

Small and stylish with colonial charm and seven individually decorated guestrooms. Expect cozy touches like bathrobes, slippers, bidet-equipped bathrooms and desks in-room. The lobby’s fireplace and on-site library add character for relaxed evenings.

Outdoor pool and bikes to rent for exploring tea-scented mornings. Picnic and barbecue areas, a terrace bar/lounge and room service (limited hours). Free self-parking, car rental and private check-in/out keep things easy.

Complimentary wireless internet throughout the property and in-room desks make short work trips simple. Luggage storage and safes are available for convenience.

On-site restaurant serves meals and there’s a bar/lounge for evening drinks. A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM, perfect before a day of tea-plantation tours.