AN ENCHANTING GETAWAY IN THE MOUNTAINSAmong the rich greenery of the central hill country sits a dwelling that welcomes travellers to experience the wonderful hospitality of Sri Lanka. Galway Heights is a Nuwara Eliya hotel offering a heavenly hideaway. Feast your eyes on mesmerising sceneries!
FeesOptional Fees Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 12 for adults and USD 7 for childrenAirport shuttle fee: USD 150 per vehicle (one-way)Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. PoliciesKnow Before You Go A fee for a mandatory Christmas Day gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 25. A fee for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 24. A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 31. A fee for a mandatory New Year's Day gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on January 1. Up to 2 children 6 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding. No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available. Read More
Rooms
Featuring charming living spaces, Galway Heights offers you nothing but the best when it comes to accommodation in Nuwara Eliya! Let your mind relax as it absorbs the well-appointed interiors of our rooms and take delight in the comfort of plush sheets perfect for the cosy weather in the hill country. Wake up to splendid views of the lush green scenery of magnificent mountains lit up by the rays of the sun. This is sure to leave our guests truly at peace and feeling refreshed throughout their stay with us. The bathrooms are spacious and come complete with an array of complimentary toiletries and modern fittings with hot water available as well. Read More
2 Large Twin BedsOverlooking the mountainsInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - 32-inch LED TV, premium channels, and DVD playerFood & Drink - Room service (limited)Sleep - Memory foam bed, Frette Italian linens, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets Bathroom - Slippers and a shower with a rainfall showerheadPractical - Safe, free newspaper, and phone; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on requestComfort - Daily housekeepingAccessibility - Bathroom grab bars, lever door handles, doorbell and phone notification, and phone accessibility kitNon-Smoking
Corner Luxury Double Or Twin Room With Mountain View and Estate View
Standard King
2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 King BedSoundproofed roomInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - 32-inch LED TV, premium channels, and DVD playerFood & Drink - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), and room service (limited hours)Sleep - Memory foam bed, Frette Italian linens, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets Bathroom - Slippers and a shower with a rainfall showerheadPractical - Safe, free newspaper, and deskComfort - Daily housekeeping and heatingAccessibility - Phone accessibility kitNeed to Know - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds availableNon-Smoking
2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 King BedSoundproofed roomInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - 32-inch LED TV, premium channels, and DVD playerFood & Drink - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), and room service (limited hours)Sleep - Memory foam bed, Frette Italian linens, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets Bathroom - Slippers and a shower with a rainfall showerheadPractical - Safe, free newspaper, and deskComfort - Daily housekeeping and heatingAccessibility - Phone accessibility kitNeed to Know - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds availableNon-Smoking
Presidential Suite
1 King BedSoundproofed roomLayout - Bedroom and living roomInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - 32-inch LED TV, premium channels, and DVD playerFood & Drink - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), and room service (limited hours)Sleep - Memory foam bed, Frette Italian linens, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets Bathroom - Slippers and a shower with a rainfall showerheadPractical - Safe, free newspaper, and desk; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on requestComfort - Daily housekeeping and heatingAccessibility - Doorbell and phone notificationSmoking And Non-Smoking
1 King BedSoundproofed roomLayout - Bedroom and living roomInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - 32-inch LED TV, premium channels, and DVD playerFood & Drink - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), and room service (limited hours)Sleep - Memory foam bed, Frette Italian linens, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets Bathroom - Slippers and a shower with a rainfall showerheadPractical - Safe, free newspaper, and desk; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on requestComfort - Daily housekeeping and heatingAccessibility - Doorbell and phone notificationSmoking And Non-Smoking
Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Non Smoking, Mountain View
2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 King BedSoundproofed roomInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - 32-inch LED TV, premium channels, and DVD playerFood & Drink - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), and room service (limited hours)Sleep - Memory foam bed, Frette Italian linens, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets Bathroom - Slippers and a shower with a rainfall showerheadPractical - Safe, free newspaper, and desk; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on requestComfort - Daily housekeeping and heatingAccessibility - Doorbell and phone notificationNon-SmokingRoom/bed type depends on availability at check-in
2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 King BedSoundproofed roomInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - 32-inch LED TV, premium channels, and DVD playerFood & Drink - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), and room service (limited hours)Sleep - Memory foam bed, Frette Italian linens, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets Bathroom - Slippers and a shower with a rainfall showerheadPractical - Safe, free newspaper, and desk; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on requestComfort - Daily housekeeping and heatingAccessibility - Doorbell and phone notificationNon-SmokingRoom/bed type depends on availability at check-in
Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Non Smoking, Courtyard View
2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 King BedOverlooking the courtyardInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - 32-inch LED TV, premium channels, and DVD playerFood & Drink - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), and room service (limited hours)Sleep - Memory foam bed, Frette Italian linens, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets Bathroom - Slippers and a shower with a rainfall showerheadPractical - Safe, free newspaper, and desk; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on requestComfort - Daily housekeeping and heatingAccessibility - Phone accessibility kitNon-Smoking
2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 King BedOverlooking the courtyardInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - 32-inch LED TV, premium channels, and DVD playerFood & Drink - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), and room service (limited hours)Sleep - Memory foam bed, Frette Italian linens, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets Bathroom - Slippers and a shower with a rainfall showerheadPractical - Safe, free newspaper, and desk; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on requestComfort - Daily housekeeping and heatingAccessibility - Phone accessibility kitNon-Smoking
Junior Suite, Non Smoking
1 King BedOverlooking the valleyLayout - Bedroom Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - 32-inch LED TV, premium channels, and DVD playerFood & Drink - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), and room service (limited hours)Sleep - Memory foam bed, Frette Italian linens, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets Bathroom - Slippers and a shower with a rainfall showerheadPractical - Safe, free newspaper, and desk; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on requestComfort - Daily housekeeping and heatingAccessibility - Doorbell and phone notificationNon-Smoking
1 King BedOverlooking the valleyLayout - Bedroom Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - 32-inch LED TV, premium channels, and DVD playerFood & Drink - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), and room service (limited hours)Sleep - Memory foam bed, Frette Italian linens, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets Bathroom - Slippers and a shower with a rainfall showerheadPractical - Safe, free newspaper, and desk; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on requestComfort - Daily housekeeping and heatingAccessibility - Doorbell and phone notificationNon-Smoking
Corner Luxury Double Or Twin Room With Mountain View and Estate View
2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 King BedSoundproofed roomInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - 32-inch LED TV, premium channels, and DVD playerFood & Drink - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), and room service (limited hours)Sleep - Memory foam bed, Frette Italian linens, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets Bathroom - Slippers and a shower with a rainfall showerheadPractical - Safe, free newspaper, and desk; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on requestComfort - Daily housekeeping and heatingAccessibility - Doorbell and phone notificationNon-Smoking
2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 King BedSoundproofed roomInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - 32-inch LED TV, premium channels, and DVD playerFood & Drink - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), and room service (limited hours)Sleep - Memory foam bed, Frette Italian linens, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets Bathroom - Slippers and a shower with a rainfall showerheadPractical - Safe, free newspaper, and desk; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on requestComfort - Daily housekeeping and heatingAccessibility - Doorbell and phone notificationNon-Smoking
Dining
Find the best restaurant in Nuwara Eliya right here at Galway Heights! Entice your senses with a whiff of the aromatic spices once you enter the Galway Lounge and marvel at the mouth-watering delicacies on display. Find your favourite international cuisine and taste the simply divine chef’s specials each day with signature cakes and cookies. The taste of delectable Irish and English cuisine is what we focus on here. Delight in the moments of the aftertaste of a wonderfully wholesome meal at Galway Heights during your visit to the hill country. As one of the well-known pubs in Nuwara Eliya, the Galway Pub serves nothing less than some of the best cocktails, mocktails and spirits which include authentic Sri Lankan spirits too. Situated on the ground floor, The Galway Pub, with attractive interiors has an alluring touch to it. Moreover, Irish and English specials are the highlight here when it comes to eats. Savour a few wholesome treats that is sure to complement your drink while enjoying the mellow atmosphere, which promises to be a one of a kind experience in Nuwara Eliya. Read More
Recreation
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Lake Gregory - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi Galway Forest Reserve - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi Assemblies of God Church Nuwara Eliya - 2 km / 1.2 mi Holy Trinity Church - 2 km / 1.2 mi Victoria Park - 2 km / 1.3 mi Nuwara Eliya Golf Club - 3 km / 1.8 mi Lover's Leap Waterfall - 3 km / 1.8 mi Pedro Tea Factory - 3.2 km / 2 mi Moon Plains Viewpoint - 3.4 km / 2.1 mi Single Tree Hill - 5 km / 3.1 mi Sri Baktha Hanuman Kovil - 6.1 km / 3.8 mi Pidurutalagala - 6.7 km / 4.2 mi Hakgala Botanic Gardens - 7.7 km / 4.8 mi Damro Labookellie Tea Centre and Tea Garden - 14 km / 8.7 mi Ramboda Falls - 24.7 km / 15.3 mi Read More
Location
When you stay at Galway Heights Hotel in Nuwara Eliya, you'll be in a shopping district, within a 5-minute drive of Lake Gregory and Galway Forest Reserve. This 4-star hotel is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Victoria Park and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Nuwara Eliya Golf Club. Read More
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Reviews
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1241 Reviews
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Ieva S
Good hotel, especially restaurant 😊!
Amazing one night stay, wished to stay much longer. Especially because very quality food and very helpful and smiling staff☺️. Dasunt always meets on the entrance, leeds to the table and Manoj was...
Paul J
A hidden gem Fantastic food and atmosphere. Highly recommended.
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Levent U
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