See all properties

Nalanda Residence

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Diyathalawa with free breakfast and a 24-hour fitness center

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Nalanda Residence

Terrace/patio
Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom, Mountain View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior
Lobby sitting area
Interior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Explore the area

View in a map
Kodi Kanda, Aluthwala North, Diyathalawa
  • Place, St Benedict's Monastery
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Dhowa Rock Temple
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Kinellan Tea Factory
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom, Mountain View

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom, Mountain View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom, Mountain View

  • 161 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Mountain View, Mountainside

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Mountain View, Mountainside

  • 1937 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Diyathalawa

Nalanda Residence is located within a 15-minute drive of St Benedict's Monastery and Dhowa Rock Temple. This 4-room, 3-star guesthouse welcomes guests with conveniences like a 24-hour gym, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
View more Guest Houses in DiyathalawaOpens in a new window

What's nearby

  • St Benedict's Monastery - 9 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Dhowa Rock Temple - 14 min drive - 7.7 miles
  • Dambatenne Tea Factory - 17 min drive - 8.4 miles
  • Kinellan Tea Factory - 17 min drive - 10.2 miles
  • Nine Arches Bridge - 21 min drive - 12.4 miles

Getting around

  • Haputale Railway Station - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dinasiri Super Foods - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tea's Cart - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Malindee Country Life Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Kelliebedde Tea Factory - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Nalanda Residence

Guesthouse in Diyathalawa with free breakfast and a 24-hour fitness center
Guests of Nalanda Residence enjoy features like a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a library. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle for a fee. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a garden.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Bathrooms offer free toiletries and bidets. Other amenities include balconies or patios, stovetops, and coffee makers.
Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Similar properties

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
The Planters House
  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, 13 reviews
The Planters House

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

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

Spa

  • Massage

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Stovetop

More

  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from November 16 2025 to February 1 2026 (dates subject to change).
The property will be renovating from November 16 2025 to February 1 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Exterior
  • Fitness facilities
  • Front desk
  • Guestrooms
  • Hallway
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lobby
  • Parking area
During renovations, the guesthouse will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property 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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply). Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Villa Nalanda House Diyathalawa
Villa Nalanda House
Villa Nalanda Diyathalawa
Nalanda Residence Guesthouse Diyathalawa
Nalanda Residence Guesthouse
Nalanda Residence Guesthouse Haputale
Nalanda Residence Guesthouse
Nalanda Residence Haputale
Guesthouse Nalanda Residence Haputale
Haputale Nalanda Residence Guesthouse
Guesthouse Nalanda Residence
Villa Nalanda
Nalanda Residence Haputale
Nalanda Residence Guesthouse
Nalanda Residence Diyathalawa
Nalanda Residence Guesthouse Diyathalawa

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Nalanda Residence?

Nalanda Residence provides free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do near Nalanda Residence?

This guesthouse is located in Diyathalawa, close to Lipton’s Seat, Dambatenne Tea Factory, and St Benedict's Monastery. You'll also find Dhowa Rock Temple and Amphitikanda Tea Estate nearby.

Will I be able to park at Nalanda Residence?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse.

Is there a spa available at Nalanda Residence?

Spa services at the guesthouse include massages.

Does Nalanda Residence have a casino at the property?

No, Nalanda Residence doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Nalanda Residence?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

What do couples enjoy most about Nalanda Residence?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will appreciate amenities like around-the-clock room service as well as a restaurant and massages.

Are there hot tubs at Nalanda Residence?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Nalanda Residence feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Nalanda Residence serves free English breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Will Nalanda Residence allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Nalanda Residence.

Does Nalanda Residence have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this guesthouse.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Nalanda Residence?

Yes, every accommodation at Nalanda Residence comes with a balcony with some featuring mountain views.

Nalanda Residence Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stevie

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

Best stay in Sri Lanka

What a dream this place is. Fantastic stay that felt like we were welcomed into a home of warm friends. Food was perfect, stay was perfect, view and massages perfect as well. perfect place for some rest and rejuvenation. Take a great book and fall asleep in the comfortable double bed lounger in the flower garden.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Friendly staff and service

The property was clean and staff were very, very friendly and nice. Location is remote, which we knew that, and view of property is beautiful overlooking a valley. It doesn’t feel like a ‘hotel’ but very much a home stay, with very personalize deco and feel of a home, including a lot of family pictures and loved ones. WiFi / internet was poor. Non existence to be precise, which was a real downer.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lisa, Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous, very attentive host who went above and beyond to help us as guests
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

JK, Sydney, Australia

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

Amazing view, incredible staff, highly reccomended

I would highly recommend Villa Nalanda. It had an amazing view, very nice and modern rooms (exactly like the photos) and fantastic staff. Visaka who is the owner and host made sure were were well looked after. Her home cooked meals were some of the best food we had in Sri Lanka.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Mads, Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a wonderful stay at Villa Nalanda. Visaka is an amazing host and provided us with everything we needed. All our meals were home-cooked and delicious, the view over the mountains was just incredible, and her team is so lovely. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018