Villa Nilmalee

Hotels
9 (27 reviews)
399, Kahatapitiya Walauwa, Bothalapitiya, Gampola, Kandy , Gampola , lk

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Spacious rooms
Good breakfast
Cons:
Noise from the road
Limited amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
8.46
Some reviews indicated issues with hot water and amenities, affecting overall cleanliness.
Service
9.93
The staff were consistently praised for their friendliness and helpfulness.
Location
8.97
Conveniently located near a famous tower, but some complaints about noise from the road.
Room Quality
8.42
Rooms are described as spacious and visually appealing, but there are noise concerns.
Amenities
8.45
Basic amenities were missing such as shampoo and soaps, impacting overall satisfaction.
Value for Money
9.41
Value considered good given the proximity to attractions despite some deficiencies.
Food and Beverage
8.96
Breakfast was appreciated, though some expressed a wish for better options.
Overall Experience
9.43
Despite some negatives, the overall experience was viewed positively, with notable hospitality.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 16:18

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation with Stunning Views

Tranquil Garden Oasis: Villa Nilmalee offers a serene escape with a lush garden, perfect for relaxation.

Delightful Dining Experience: Indulge in Asian cuisine at our on-site restaurant, catering to various dietary preferences.

Exciting Outdoor Activities: Explore the picturesque surroundings through hiking and immerse yourself in the beauty of Gampola.

Experience comfort, relaxation, and adventure at Villa Nilmalee. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 6 years old to 14 years old stay for US$10 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 16 years old stay for US$12 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 27 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.46
Service: 9.93
Location: 8.97
Room Quality: 8.42
Amenities: 8.45
Value for Money: 9.41
Food and Beverage: 8.96
Overall Experience: 9.43
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Iurii family_with_children ru
7
2026-01-10 via Nuitee
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Irina couple dk
6
Нормальный вариант, чтобы переночевать по дороге и быть первыми у знаменитой башни
Pros:

Мы выбрали эту виллу как ближайшую приемлемую к башне - опоздали, башня закрылась, решили остаться ночевать поблизости. В целом номер подходит для разовой ночевки. Просторный, кровать с балдахином мило выглядит. Белье и полотенца чистые. Персонал очень дружелюбный. Приготовили нам омлет на завтрак и какие-то лепешки из доширака, разбудили, дали с собой бананов. Рядом есть супермаркет и несколько кафе.

Cons:

Из моющих средств был только кусок мыла. Очень шумно в номере от дороги - крыша как будто прозрачная, ощущение, что спишь в палатке на трассе. Горячая вода в душе быстро кончилась, второй постоялец домывался уже холодной.

2025-12-31 via Nuitee
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Paul couple gb
10
Probably the best place to stay in the area
Pros:

The staff are the best. They will do anything for you. They helped us with are visit to the tower and transport plans. Breakfast was lovely.

Cons:

The Wi-Fi is slow but that might not be their fault due to the recent cyclone and damage to communication lines.

2025-12-29 via Nuitee
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Offer family_with_children il
9
Pros:

הצוות היה מאוד אדיב ונעים

Cons:

כמות המים החמים לא היתה מספקת למקלחת.
לא היו סבונים ושמפו במקלחת.
המלון ממוקם בסמוך לכביש רטשי והיה רעש בלילה.

2025-12-13 via Nuitee
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Andreas couple ch
10
Übernachtung in einem stilvollen Hotel
Pros:

Dies ist ein ausgesprochen schönes, solide gebautes Haus mit geräumigen Zimmern. Ausserdem wurden wir sehr gut bewirtet mit einem traditionellem Essen. Zum Abschluss gab es einen grünen Tee aus der hauseigenen Teeplantage serviert vom Manager persönlich. Es passiert selten, dass man so persönlich und zuvorkommend in einem Haus - das einmal einem Plantagenbesitzer gehört hat - empfangen wird.

Cons:

Die Unterkunft ist etwas weit ausserhalb von Kandy, so dass sie eher für eine Übernachtung auf der Durchreise geeignet ist.

2025-11-28 via Nuitee
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Mariyam family_with_children bh
10
Pros:

Amazing place to be in

Cons:

Must kill the big lizards that come out in the night. No shampoo or drinking water provided. The manager is a really kind gentleman

2025-08-23 via Nuitee
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Anuradha solo_traveller lk
8
Pros:

The staff was very courteous. Very clean environment.

Cons:

We did not get the breakfast we requested. It is not like staying in an organised hotel

2025-08-15 via Nuitee
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Dariusz family_with_children pl
10
Pros:

Piękny hotel, piękne pokoje, basen całodobowy. Idealny hotel na wypad do Ambuluwawa Towers. Przemiły i sympatyczny personel. Śniadanie lankijskie mega smaczne.Polecam serdecznie 🇵🇱

Cons:

Nic.

2025-08-02 via Nuitee
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Stefano young couple de
8
Everything all right so far
Pros:

The staff was very friendly, the room was clean and comfortable. It was well located to get to Ampuluwawa tower!

Cons:

Breakfast was Ok but nothing special.

2025-05-16 via Nuitee
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Alexandra solo traveller ch
9
Superb
Pros:

Its a new nice property with nice room and staff.
Manager was very kind and helpful.

2025-02-21 via Nuitee
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Parvathy family with young children us
7
The owner should retrain the staff and then this can be a lovely place to stay.
Pros:

They were not going to give any. But then they did, and it was tasty. The house and furniture were beautiful.

Cons:

I booked from USA via Booking.com. I thought I paid with a credit card and got a confirmation #. I exchanged emails with Mr Asoka. He asked about our food preferences for dinner and breakfast. But when we arrived he said I had not paid, he would not provide food, they could not deal with Booking.com, we had to pay in Sri Lankan rupees, he would not give currency change.
My sister & her husband said that there was one narrow blanket for the 2 of them, they had to use the shawls they brought.
Our tour guide ordered Appam from outside, and then Mr Asoka's cook made good curry. He was hugely uncaring about our basic comfort.

2025-01-25 via Nuitee
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Kanishka family with young children lk
10
Exceptional
2024-12-07 via Nuitee
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Tilak young couple lk
9
It was a great and memorable stay.
Pros:

Friendly and professional manager, with helpful staff. The perfect location which is motorable and easy access. Delicious food and tea preprepared at the hotel are organic and grown at their own gardens. Since there are only five rooms it is comfortable as less crowd always. Felt like home away from home.

Cons:

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2024-11-04 via Nuitee
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Bj young couple nl
10
Very nice stay in a beautifull house with very kind personel.
Pros:

Very nice ambiance. Old kolonial style but very neat and well maintained.
Only 5 rooms, so very cosy.
Large rooms with nice beds.
Great view on the surrounding hills.
Very kind personel. Fast responding to my changing plans and questions.
Good price for a nice rice and curry dinner.

Cons:

It quite close to the main road, so you hear the traffic. But because the villa is on a hill you don’t look at the traffic.

2024-10-27 via Nuitee
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Kanishka family with young children lk
8
Very good
2024-08-18 via Nuitee
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Dilshan family with young children gb
10
The tastiest food in Sri Lanka
Pros:

We stayed here for 2 nights as a base for exploring Kandy and Nuwara Eliya and couldn’t have asked for more.
The rooms are very comfortable and the staff are so welcoming. The pool is a wonderful new addition - it was great to have a dip after a long day of sightseeing. But the best thing has to be the food. They ask you what you want to eat and then cook it for you. It was absolutely delicious and by far the tastiest food we ate during our whole two week holiday.
The nearby Ambuluwawa Tower is well worth a visit (if you’re not scared of heights!) and make sure to ask the manager, Asoka, about tea - he’s so knowledgeable and passionate about it! He did a tea tasting for us which was fascinating.
We’d definitely stay here again.

2024-08-10 via Nuitee
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Dierk young couple de
5
Passable
Pros:

It was close to the Ambuluwawa tower and a Hypermarket in walking distance. The bed was comfortable.

Cons:

Although on the website said that dinner could be booked, we were told there would be no dinner. When we headed to town to find it, people were having dinner in the dining hall.

2024-05-04 via Nuitee
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Avirup young couple us
2
Very poor
Pros:

Pricy for the facility they provide
Worst food

2024-05-03 via Nuitee
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Habeeb family with young children lk
9
Superb
2024-04-22 via Nuitee
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Paula young couple gb
8
I loved staying here and would love to come back one day !
Pros:

The location all though 20 mins from Kandy it was very peaceful. The room was very spacious, 4 poster bed , plenty of storage lovely rain shower, plus the tree house. The food was very good local , the staff were amazing made you feel at home. The Manager was very personable and did every thing to help you.

Cons:

The bathroom just needed a few hooks to hang your wet towels up on !

2024-03-14 via Nuitee