Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Family rooms
Express check-in/check-out
Fax/photocopying
Tour desk
Ironing service
Car hire
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Stunning architecture
Comfortable bed
Clean and friendly staff
Excellent breakfast
Cons:
Location is a bit far from city amenities
Some amenities could be improved

Categories

Cleanliness
9.3
The place was very clean.
Service
9.8
Friendly staff with attentive service.
Location
8.3
A bit far from the city but offers tranquility and views.
Room Quality
9.8
Comfortable bed and spacious room.
Amenities
8.3
Standard amenities; could improve in some areas.
Value for Money
9.5
Very good value for the quality of service and amenities.
Food and Beverage
9.3
Nice food provided, great breakfast options.
Overall Experience
9.3
Best hotel of our holiday, highly recommend.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-22 11:00

Property Description

Charming Cottage Stay in Nuwara Eliya

Tranquil Garden Setting: Nestled in Nuwara Eliya, Cottage San Francesco offers a serene garden for guests to unwind and relax amidst nature.

Comfortable Rooms with Modern Amenities: The guest rooms feature a flat-screen TV, private bathroom with complimentary toiletries, and cozy bed linens ensuring a comfortable stay.

Convenient Services: Enjoy the convenience of room service, a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, and car rental service during your stay at Cottage San Francesco.

Book your stay now at Cottage San Francesco for a delightful getaway experience!

Important information:

Guests can pay 7 USD per night for a driver room. This is subject to availability, kindly contact the property directly for more information.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an available cot.
    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.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 182 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.3
Service: 9.8
Location: 8.3
Room Quality: 9.8
Amenities: 8.3
Value for Money: 9.5
Food and Beverage: 9.3
Overall Experience: 9.3
E
enniotos • solo_traveller • it
10
Tutto ok
2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
S
Savannah • family_with_children • gb
5
Pros:

Called to confirm my booking, they took my number and then never replied again.

2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
M
Mohammad Masiur • solo_traveller • bd
10
2026-04-22 • via Nuitee
M
Mark • family_with_children • nl
9
Mooi verblijf
Pros:

Prima ontbijt, lokatie met mooi uitzicht. Bedden leuk opgemaakt met bloemen.

Cons:

Niets

2026-04-22 • via Nuitee
C
Carolin • couple • de
6
Liebloses Hotel ab vom Schuss mit Schimmel an den Decken
Pros:

Das Haus an sich hat viel Potential und einen richtig tollen Ausblick. Das Frühstück war in Ordnung, wirklich substantiell war es aber nicht.

Cons:

Wir haben uns im Cottage San Francesco leider nicht sehr wohlgefühlt und sind einen Tag früher abgereist als geplant.
Das Hotel ist leider sehr lieblos und karg eingerichtet.
Außerdem ist an sehr vielen Wänden und Decken Schimmel zu finden. In gewissem Maß ist das an einem Ort mit so hoher Luftfeuchtigkeit sicher nicht zu vermeiden, aber in diesem Ausmaß ist das gesundheitsgefährdend.
Das Hotel ist völlig ab vom Schuß, viele Pick me-Fahrer haben nicht hergefunden.

2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
F
Frank • family_with_children • de
10
Pros:

Wirklich tolle Unterkunft, großes Zimmer. Tolle mit viel Holz gemacht.

Cons:

Weg zum Hotel ist etwas schmal und steil, aber machbar mit einem kleinen Auto.

2026-04-04 • via Nuitee
K
Klar • family_with_children • de
8
Pros:

Das Haus hat eine tolle hochwertige Ausstattung, das Zimmer war toll mit einem großartigen Ausblick.

Cons:

Leider war die Bettwäsche sehr feucht und klamm. War nicht so angenehm.
Wir haben im Hotel zu Abend gegessen, weil wir unserem Fahrer den Weg (steil und sehr eng) zur Unterkunft nochmals an dem Tag ersparen wollten. Allerdings haben wir uns mit dem Essen doch sehr abgezockt gefühlt, 15 Dollar pro Person für ein 3 Gänge Menü. Eine Suppe, ein bisschen gebratenen Reis und eine Kugel Eis. Wir haben überall anders so viel für uns zwei bezahlt und auch noch wesentlich besser.

2026-03-19 • via Nuitee
J
Jörg • family_with_children • de
7
Landschaftlich interessant, allerdings abgelegen
Pros:

Großes Zimmer. Schöne Landschaft.

Cons:

Wir waren insgesamt enttäuscht: Haus und Zimmer sehr dunkel (Vorhänge werden ständig zugezogen, warum?). Keine Hinweise, was man unternehmen könnte (z.B. in der direkten Umgebung wandern). Anfahrtsweg schwierig. Frühstück einfach (Toast, Früchte, Omelette, ohne Auswahl). Abendessen teuer (USD 15, nicht genutzt). An der Hauptstraße gibt es einen Backladen, dort wird derzeit ein ATM errichtet und ein wohl weiteres Geschäft (vielleicht ist es in Zukunft dann besser gelegen).

2026-03-07 • via Nuitee
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Jordan • family_with_children • fr
10
Pros:

Tout était parfait 👍🏽

Cons:

Un peu loin du centre de nuwara eliya

2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • couple • gb
8
Pros:

The rooms & place was absolutely faultless. The rooms were huge with the most incredible views. Everything was spotless and we had everything we needed.

Cons:

Just personal preference we felt quite isolated, multiple taxis& Tuktuks cancelled our rides because of how remote / steep the hill is. we didn’t feel like the staff spoke to us at all. No questions about our plans or if our stay was ok etc. they were smiley and kind when we saw them though.

2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
D
Diane • couple • us
10
Incredible stay! Amazing views, great room, friendly staff, and very good value!
Pros:

This has been my favorite lodging in the 3 weeks I've been in Sri Lanka. The view is incredible. It is outside of the main area so it is peaceful and scenic. The distance might be a bit much for travelers without a car, but we rented a car so it was perfect. And parking was ample. The staff are super nice and friendly. The room is huge and very comfortable. Breakfast was simple but good. We felt so good staying here we booked for an extra two nights. I am going to be sad leaving.

Cons:

These are just minor things but I would have liked more light in the room and a stronger Wi-Fi. It was near impossible to watch ICC World Cup with the buffering.

2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
R
roisin • couple • gb
9
Suoer sunsets stay
Pros:

Fantastic location
Lovely helpful staff and super warm and well equipped room

Cons:

Not all breakfasts were quite up to standard expected

2026-02-24 • via Nuitee
T
Thierry • family_with_children • fr
9
Pros:

Chambres spacieuses et confortables. Personnel sympathique.

Cons:

Accès un peu difficile.

2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
M
Mohan Pranesh • couple • in
9
Exceptional
Pros:

Exceptionally clean and cozy
The host accommodated me even at odd hours in the night and made sure we were comfortable and settled once at the property
The room was kept ready and the room heater was fantastic
Best hot water facility

Cons:

Breakfast quality could be improved
Nothing much to complain….
just that the toast and omelet were little burnt and same was replaced on request

2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
G
Gabriel • solo_traveller • fr
9
2026-01-25 • via Nuitee
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JULIE • family_with_children • be
9
Amazing view, big and comfy room and large breakfast
Pros:

Very peaceful environment , big rooms, large and delicious breakfast , the view from the room

Cons:

If you look closely some of the white walls at the bottom in our room showed signs of dirt/ mold ?

2026-01-22 • via Nuitee
M
mercedes • couple • es
9
una experiencia positiva
Pros:

Nuestra experiencia fue positiva, la habitación era cómoda y espaciosa, lo único es que estaba arriba de todo y hay que subir por las escaleras con el equipaje, pero sin mayor problema.
Por las mañanas sirven un desayuno abundante y variado. Para cenar llevamos algo y lo tomamos allí.
El personal atento a nuestras necesidades.

Cons:

Tuvimos mal tiempo y eso fastidio un poco nuestros planes, pero la casa no tiene la culpa de eso...

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
I
Ian • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
A
Anton • solo_traveller • ru
10
Pros:

Location, view

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
J
Julia • couple • de
7
A good place to stay for a stopover while traveling through the area.
Pros:

The accommodation offers exactly what you need in this area when it’s drizzly and cold: a cozy room, warm blankets, hot water, and heating. The staff was very friendly and the breakfast was delicious.

Cons:

The property is quite remote, although it is beautifully located in the middle of the tea fields. Good restaurants are not within walking distance.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee