Sri Lanka’s Hill Country is a beguiling blend of mist-draped mountains, emerald tea estates and historic charm. Here, cool air meets warm hospitality in a landscape shaped by nature and history – ideal for those seeking serenity, adventure and understated luxury.
Ride the train through misty tea fields, cloud forests and waterfalls, Sri Lanka’s most iconic journey.
Stay in historic bungalows or chic boutique retreats set within working tea estates.
Sip world-famous Ceylon teas right at source, surrounded by sweeping terraced plantations.
Hike Horton Plains to World’s End, where the land plunges into staggering valley views.
Seek adventure and serenity: from Adam’s Peak pilgrim climbs to rafting, spas and mountain treks.
The Hill Country is Sri Lanka at its most refined and romantic. From the rose-tinted lanes of Nuwara Eliya to the spectacular setting of Ella, the region offers a compelling mix of heritage, scenery and highland charm. A journey by train through this lush interior is a quintessential Sri Lankan experience: terraced tea fields, waterfalls and cloud forests unfold in slow, dreamlike succession, with iconic landmarks along the way like Nine Arches Bridge near Ella, a masterpiece of colonial engineering.
Luxury travellers can unwind in historic bungalows or elegant boutique resorts tucked within working tea estates, sip single-estate Ceylon teas at source or hike across Horton Plains to the dramatic precipice of World’s End. Nature, wellness and adventure go hand in hand here, from spa treatments infused with local botanicals and invigorating walks in the Knuckles Mountain Range to break-of-dawn climbs up sacred Adam’s Peak.
A restored ten suite bungalow set in the hills above Kandy, W15 Hanthana Estate sits among tea gardens and forest, offering long views across one of Sri Lanka’s most scenic mountain ranges while retaining its early colonial character.
Tucked high in Sri Lanka’s tea country, Uga Halloowella is a lovingly restored historic bungalow overlooking the Castlereagh Reservoir, where heritage, luxury and serene beauty converge for an all-inclusive escape.
Amid Sri Lanka’s verdant Central Highlands is the country's first Relais & Châteaux property and offers a unique collection of lovingly restored period bungalows, along with polished butler service, gourmet cuisine and sweeping lake and tea estate views.
Tucked into a private tea and rubber estate in Sri Lanka’s hill country, Rosyth Estate House is a refined plantation retreat. With just 11 elegant rooms and suites, farm-to-table dining, a soothing spa and curated cultural experiences, it offers soulful, secluded luxury.
Set above Demodara Railway Station near Ella, Nine Skies is a century-old tea estate bungalow reimagined as a five-bedroom boutique hotel, offering quiet views of Sri Lanka’s highland slopes and thoughtful comfort throughout.
Set above Kandy among misty hills and forest, Kings Pavilion offers a quiet base shaped by Kandyan heritage. Its nine spacious rooms, views and proximity to nearby temples create a well-placed retreat in the hill country.