Horathapola Estate

Hotels
8 (7 reviews)
No 6, Wadumunnegedara, Sri Lanka , Marawila , lk

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
BBQ facilities
Express check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent service
Comfortable rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
7.89
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Service
8.86
Excellent service as mentioned in the review.
Location
7.9
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Room Quality
7.85
Rooms comfortable and well appointed.
Amenities
7.88
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
7.84
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
7.89
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
7.86
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-27 12:41

Property Description

Luxurious Heritage Bungalow: Nestled in Marawila, Horathapola Estate is a charming heritage bungalow boasting its own garden, outdoor pool, and restaurant.

Elegant Rooms with Garden Views: The spacious rooms and suites feature balconies that offer stunning garden views. Each air-conditioned accommodation includes a hot tub and a mosquito net, ensuring a comfortable stay.

Unique Experiences and Services: Guests can enjoy complimentary bike rentals, village walks, and bullock cart rides during their stay. Laundry and ironing services are provided for convenience.

Indulge in the flavors of Sri Lanka with traditional cuisine served at the property. Book your stay at Horathapola Estate for an unforgettable experience.

Important information:

Please note that the property will contact guests directly for deposit payment. Kindly note that only cash payments are accepted at the property.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.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 4 years old to 5 years old stay for US$25 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children from 6 years old to 11 years old stay for US$40 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    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

8
Based on 7 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.89
Service: 8.86
Location: 7.9
Room Quality: 7.85
Amenities: 7.88
Value for Money: 7.84
Food and Beverage: 7.89
Overall Experience: 7.86
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Christopher • couple • gb
10
2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Johanna • couple • gb
10
Plantation luxury
Pros:

Excellent service. Rooms comfortable and well appointed

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-14 • via Nuitee
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James • young couple • gb
8
Very good
Pros:

Meals could not be faulted for choice or quality. Excellent location and great swimming pool.

2025-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Graeme • young couple • nz
9
Like stepping back in time with colonial era experience .Relaxing way to end an amazing holiday in Sri Lanka
Pros:

Beautiful colonial era large bungalow situated within beautiful gardens on 50 acre property where all vegetables and rice consumed by guests is grown organically. We had a beautiful dinner and breakfast . We were the only ones staying in 7 bedroom property .

Cons:

Nothing

2025-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Jo • review category business travellers • gb
10
Fabulous stay. Highly recommend
Pros:

Fantastic food and fantastic service

2024-11-23 • via Nuitee
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Megan • young couple • gb
2
Very poor
Pros:

The estate was beautiful, the staff were incredibly hospitable and the food - wow. The two nights we spent at Horathapola Estate were the perfect end to our Sri Lanka trip.

Cons:

WiFi was a little weak but made for the perfect excuse to stay off devices and live in the moment.

2024-11-18 • via Nuitee
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Louise • young couple • gb
9
A Charming and authentic period plantation estate stay
Pros:

We had a lovely 2 night stay at Horathapola. It it is an authentic colonial property set in beautiful surroundings. The staff were absolutely exceptional and did everything possible to make our visit as happy and comfortable as possible. One interesting feature Mo to note is that there are no locks on the bedroom doors so you feel as though you are staying in a private home, rather than a hotel which was novel but rather nice (there was however it should be noted a lockable safe in our bathroom for the storage of valuables.
We really did enjoy our visit and, would definitely recommend a visit here with a few provisos which I’ll outline below. It is particularly to be recommended and suitable at the start or end of your Sri Lankan holiday (or both) as it’s a perfect place to chill out and within easy reach of Colombo airport (about an hour’s drive away)

Cons:

The house really is very beautiful, with all the common areas beautifully furnished with well chosen gorgeous period pieces of furniture and very stylish soft furnishings, cushions etc but despite its charms if I’m honest I do think the hotel is overpriced for what is on offer. I think it was expensive and I would expect some things to be better for the money.
Whilst the bedrooms are very spacious and the bed was very comfortable, they aren’t furnished for practicality and storage for clothes was basic. Our bathroom really did leave a lot to be desired as it had very poor lighting making it very difficult to apply make up in the evening after the sun had left the room and for a person who wears contact lenses it was nigh on impossible as I
literally couldn’t see to get them
In or out. These days good lighting is really expected particularly in an expensive hotel.
I would also say it’s worth mentioning that this is not the place for activities of any kind and there really is nothing to do at all apart from sit and relax on a sun lounger or swim in the (very lovely) pool. But having said that for a couple of days it’s a wonderful place to really unwind and relax.
Thank You so much for a lovely stay.

2024-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Bella • young couple • gb
10
Exceptional
Pros:

beautiful setting, stylishly decorated with wonderful staff. the food was the best we had in Sri Lanka and it was in the most beautiful area.

Cons:

nothing! the fact I didn’t want to leave

2024-01-19 • via Nuitee