Hotel Bonavista

Hotels
8.3 (109 reviews)
Bonavista 1st Lane , Nuwara Eliya , lk

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Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Front desk (limited hours)
Free wired internet
Self parking (surcharge)
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great views
Friendly staff
Cozy atmosphere
Cons:
Difficult to find
Slightly aged rooms
No family room balcony

Categories

Cleanliness
7.95
Rooms reported as clean, but some mentions of aging and maintenance.
Service
8.95
Staff consistently described as friendly, helpful, and accommodating.
Location
7.75
A bit challenging to find and slightly far from the center, but peaceful.
Room Quality
8.45
Rooms comfortable with great views but noted as slightly aged.
Amenities
8.45
Nice amenities like a working fireplace and good hot water.
Value for Money
8.15
Fair pricing for the quality of stay, despite some concerns.
Food and Beverage
8.45
Highly rated breakfast and good coffee.
Overall Experience
8.25
A lovely stay overall with some minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-12 11:35

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation with Stunning Views
Located just 1.2 km from Gregory Lake, Hotel Bonavista offers a perfect blend of comfort and convenience. The hotel boasts a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant, and a bar for guests to unwind and relax after a day of exploring.

Convenient Amenities for a Relaxing Stay
With a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service, and free WiFi, guests at Hotel Bonavista are well taken care of during their stay. The rooms are elegantly furnished with a desk, flat-screen TV, air conditioning, and some even feature a balcony for breathtaking views.

Comfortable Stay with Thoughtful Touches
Each room at Hotel Bonavista comes with a private bathroom equipped with a bidet and a hairdryer, along with cozy bed linens and fluffy towels. Experience a memorable stay in Nuwara Eliya and book your room now at Hotel Bonavista.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 109 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.95
Service: 8.95
Location: 7.75
Room Quality: 8.45
Amenities: 8.45
Value for Money: 8.15
Food and Beverage: 8.45
Overall Experience: 8.25
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Moosa Hayyan • family_with_children • mv
10
We really loved the hotel, its decorations and everything available there.
Pros:

Everything about the hotel.

Cons:

Nothing sort of disappointing about the hotel.

2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Harshitha • extended_group • in
10
Pros:

Had an amazing stay at Hotel Bonavista. The rooms were luxurious, clean, and very comfortable. The food was absolutely delicious with plenty of great options, and the hospitality made the experience even better. The staff were welcoming, attentive, and made us feel at home throughout the stay. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a relaxing and memorable getaway.

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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c • solo_traveller • lk
9
Pros:

The location was really amazing, and the room was great too. The staff were very friendly and helpful to us. We really enjoyed our stay because of the room and the beautiful location.

2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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stive • solo_traveller • lk
9
Pros:

The room is clean and has a beautiful view. The staff are very nice and accommodating. Breakfast is good.

2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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bodhigama • couple • lk
6
2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Himaz • solo_traveller • lk
10
Pros:

My stay at Bonavista Hotel was a truly refreshing escape into the cool elegance of Nuwara Eliya’s highlands. Nestled amidst misty hills and lush greenery, the property offers a serene and picturesque atmosphere that immediately sets a relaxing tone upon arrival.

The hotel presents a charming colonial-inspired ambiance blended with modern comfort. The rooms are well-maintained, tastefully arranged, and offer a warm, cozy environment perfectly suited to the crisp mountain climate. Large windows allow natural light and breathtaking views of the surrounding landscapes, enhancing the overall experience.

Service throughout the stay was courteous and attentive, with staff demonstrating genuine hospitality and care. The dining experience was pleasant, offering well-prepared dishes that complement the tranquil setting.

What stands out most is the peaceful exclusivity of the location—ideal for guests seeking calm, privacy, and a refined retreat away from urban life.

Overall, Bonavista Hotel delivers a graceful balance of comfort, scenery, and understated elegance, making it a highly enjoyable stay in Nuwara Eliya for those who appreciate a quiet, scenic, and comfortable hill-country experience.

2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Pooja • extended_group • in
3
2026-04-28 • via Nuitee
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Jeewakarathna • family_with_children • lk
8
Value for Money / Great Location / Clean and Cool Place for a small stay in Nuwara Eliya.
Pros:

Breakfast was small but well tasty. Its a English breakfast. Location was superb and easy access to Gregory Laka and Town. Walking distance to Pizza / Keells etc.

Cons:

There was not a facility to order any extra food or drinks. So, have to walk a bit to get the required.

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Vithanage • couple • au
4
2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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J D B Manohari • couple • lk
2
2026-03-27 • via Nuitee
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Béatrice • solo_traveller • ch
5
Pros:

Not so much. They made some renovations it was noisy and no WiFi at this moment 😞

2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
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Vignesh • family_with_children • in
9
2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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Jolita • couple • lt
9
Good value for money
Pros:

Great staff and very friendly guys running the hotel. We felt very welcome. The views are amazing, and the coffee for breakfast was the best we had in Sri Lanka!

Cons:

The hotel is simple, and some renovation along with a better air conditioning system would definitely improve the experience.

2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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Ahmed • couple • eg
8
Nice hotel
Pros:

Good location and nice stuff

Cons:

Breakfast was very limited items

2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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Katarzyna • couple • pl
7
2026-01-21 • via Nuitee
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Georgii • extended_group • ru
10
2025-12-29 • via Nuitee
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Aline • couple • de
7
Cons:

Der Frühstücksraum hat nach Rauch gerochen

2025-12-28 • via Nuitee
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Baki • family_with_children • bd
8
Comfortable and very cordial.
Pros:

Location was good. Mr. Usman was exceptional, very cordial.

2025-12-21 • via Nuitee
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Ashutosh • extended_group • in
10
Exceptional stay and the owner is very polite and helpful.
Pros:

The view is very exceptional from property and the rooms are very clean

Cons:

Nothing

2025-12-20 • via Nuitee
E
Emesh • couple • ca
10
Lovely spot with great hosts
Pros:

The hosts were wonderful and very helpful. Amazing views with large wall to wall windows and patio. Cozy fireplace lit at night in the common area. Best coffee I had in Sri Lanka.

Cons:

A little challenging to find at first but definitely worth it.

2025-12-05 • via Nuitee