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Thotalagala

5.0 star property
Colonial hotel with free breakfast and outdoor pool

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Front of property – evening/night
Terrace/patio
BBQ/picnic Area
Suite, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Garden View | View from room
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • All-inclusive
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Laundry
The current price is AU$538
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov

Explore the area

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Dambatenne Road, Haputale, Uva, 90160
  • Place, Dambatenne Tea Factory
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Lipton’s Seat
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Nine Arches Bridge
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Bidet
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Garden View

Suite, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Garden View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Asia

What's nearby

  • Dambatenne Tea Factory - 7 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Lipton’s Seat - 19 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Diyaluma Falls - 27 min drive - 21.8 km
  • Nine Arches Bridge - 31 min drive - 29.5 km
  • Little Adam's Peak - 32 min drive - 29.5 km

Getting around

  • Haputale Railway Station - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dinasiri Super Foods - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Tea's Cart - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Malindee Country Life Inn - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Kelliebedde Tea Factory - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬17 min drive

About this property

Thotalagala

Colonial hotel with free breakfast and outdoor pool
Some rates at Thotalagala are all-inclusive. These rates include on-site meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages and other amenities.

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury Thotalagala. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 5-star hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1870
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Thotalagala offers 7 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, bidets and complimentary toiletries. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and a ceiling fan. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Books
  • Games
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 1870
  • Colonial architecture
  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 2 weeks before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Thotalagala

Children and extra beds

  • Children 8 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 8 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
  • Children 8 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Thotalagala Hotel Haputale
Thotalagala Hotel
Thotalagala Haputale
Hotel Thotalagala Haputale
Haputale Thotalagala Hotel
Hotel Thotalagala
Thotalagala Hotel
Thotalagala Haputale
Thotalagala All Inclusive
Thotalagala Hotel Haputale

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Thotalagala?

Thotalagala offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Thotalagala?

As of 13 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thotalagala on 15 Nov 2025 start from AU$537.92, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Thotalagala?

Yep, Thotalagala has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Does Thotalagala have a pool?

Thotalagala has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Does Thotalagala serve breakfast?

You bet, free cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Thotalagala?

No, Thotalagala does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Thotalagala?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Thotalagala?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Thotalagala?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Thotalagala Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jens

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very special. Outstanding service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely stunning property and surroundings! House and rooms are nice and clean but public spaces felt small for the 7 rooms (14 people). It is nice if you are happy to socialize and share space. Staff was amazing and accommodating - food was good, not amazing - a little hit or miss. We didn’t have the full board / all inclusive like others and I felt like the prices were high for Sri Lanka. Menu was more accommodating to the full board. This is a remote location so plan to be spending most meals at the hotel if you don’t have activities planned. Overall good experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting, very remote and high altitude. Weather was so much cooler than the south . Long trousers and Jumper recommended for evening and morning. Rain coat f you are doing hikes . We had a super time here , staff were outstanding and the level of detail was perfect. Hot water bottle in bed at night was so welcoming. Two nights to chill. Full board , all drinks , snacks all great with a lovely afternoon tea by the infinity pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
THE BEST stuff we have ever had. Couldn’t wish for more care and service. Amazing location, food, views, bedding. One of the best stays in my life (and I had A LOT). Highly recommend. We stayed in the biggest room and were beyond happy

10/10 Excellent

petranella

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning scenery and impeccable service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful. Service and room are excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Su-Lin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing. Claire our manager and Dhanuka our Butler were so friendly and ever helpful. Best stay ever. We had a free upgrade too
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Søren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ægte 5 stjerner - usnobbet luksus

Luksus på den usnobbede og ægte måde. Der findes wanna-be 5-stjernede, og så er der steder som Thotalagala, hvor 5 stjerner ikke rækker, fordi det at give gæsterne den bedste oplevelse (altid), er inkorporeret i dna’et hos medarbejdere, i ledelsen og i ydelserne der tilbydes. Det er de mange små ting som varmedunk i sengen, aften-te på værelset, vedligeholdelsesstanden overalt samt at alt kan lade sig gøre, der viser, at dette er et ægte luksus-hotel.
Aften-te på værelset
Hotellet set fra poolen
Værelset
På vej til poolen
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Magnus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Better than excellent

Dear Claire and team, We really appreciated our stay at the hotel managed by you and your team. You all made us feel so welcomed and gave us the calm and soft stay we wanted. The service well exceeded our expectations and you were always willing to assist in a genuin and professional manner. The food, accommodation as well as the house and garden surroundings were simply lovely. We hope to get back some day. Until then, all the best. Camilla and Magnus
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020