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4.9 out of 5 stars Average guest rating

About Nine Skies Bungalow

If you've read anything about Sri Lanka's tea trade you will surely have come across the glamorous bungalows from times past - and now, why not stay in one? Nine Skies is an exquisitely-restored property that dates back to a bygone era and remains a part of a working tea estate. Whilst the foundations might be old, everything else is brand spanking new - think gorgeous, modern rooms, incredible service, tantalising food and a pool with a jaw-dropping view. It's also superbly located near to all sorts of attractions, namely the iconic arched bridge that the hotel takes it's name from.

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From $570 person/night

Hotel

5 Rooms

Ella, Hill Country, Sri Lanka

What you'll love

The location. The hotel manages to feel like it's in the middle of nowhere but is in fact close to Ella Rock, Demodara Station, Nine Arches Bridge and Little Adam's Peak.

Insiders tip

Make the most of the excellent facilities with hats and wellies to borrow, butlers to help with any questions or needs you might have, and an honesty cart so that a G&T thirst might be quenched at any time!

Something to think about

The pool is beautiful but be warned it isn't heated so it can get a little chilly in the cooler months.

The property

This small but perfectly formed main bungalow offers everything you could need with a garden to stroll in and an infinity pool to dip in, a cosy library for devouring a book or two, and a lounge to play games. The food here is excellent and is served on the picturesque veranda: fill up on hoppers, multi course curries and all manner of delicious local treats. Be sure to also enjoy a sundowner or two, served nightly in front of the roaring log fire.

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The rooms

There are five bedrooms, each plushly and uniquely decorated in soothing tones but with splashes of colourful Sri Lanka here and there. All have four poster beds, ceiling fans and ensuite bathrooms with both rain showers and tubs. Each room also enjoys its own private garden or veranda, complete with views to the hills beyond.

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Activities

The location of Nine Skies lends itself perfectly to a host of iconic, tea country activities. Walk to the famous Nine Arch Bridge for that quintessential photo, or hop on a steam train and take in the surroundings from a locomotive. Hike in the hills with your own specially-prepared picnic, visit a tea factory, or even just relax and watch the world (and steam trains) go by.

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About Ella

Ella

Hill Country

Bewitching landscapes, laidback guesthouses and a few days R&R amid the plantations await.

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