We made the mistake of making Horathapola Estate our first hotel stay in Sri Lanka. Although all of the other places we stayed in during our two week tour of the island were absolutely fantastic, none of them compared favourably to Horathapola. Everywhere else was an anti climax. My wife summed it up perfectly: "I arose early on the first... More

We began our holiday here for 2 nights. It was quiet, calm and soothing and we are certain to start and/or finish every trip to Sri Lanka here. Two nights was enough as we were then really ready to go and explore the rest of the country. For us everything was new and unfamiliar but this gave us the chance... More

After a nights flight from London this hotel is a wonderful place to recover and start to enjoy Sr Lanka. The hotel is an old planters house which has been restored and furnished in a style reminiscent of the 1930's; the bedroom was large and the bed king sized and comfortable. The service was impeccable, the food was simple but... More

Nadeem & the team were absolutely fantastic, Silent perfection in everything we experienced With unobtrusive , elegant & brilliant service Our special thanks to the gorgeous Ladies in the Kitchen. The walk through the coconut estate - a blast!!! Our 3 days were not enough - will definitely stay longer next time Thanks to you all! Peter & Charlie -... More

Very good place to start our holiday. Close (1.5hrs?) from airport so welcome after a long flight. House is nice - colonial style, oversized furniture, GREAT pool which kids loved. Trip on cart was fun as was walk round the estate. Service was OK, food was good (i thought) though my wife and kids found themselves thrown in the deep... More

Nice Plantation Bungalow style accommodation close to the airport but not too close that allows to chill out before touring the island or returning home attentive staff and excellent sri lankan food, only one problem was uncomfortable chairs on our veranda, more suited to sunbathing than having a pot of tea

Whilst not suiting everyone we found this plantation house hotel about an hour from Colombo absolutely ideal after a long flight from the U.K. We were the only guests and could therefore catch up on a little sleep and become acclimatised to the Sri Lankan weather and time zone in absolute peace and tranquility. The staff were helpful but not... More

The Horathapola Estate is located in the countryside about 1hr drive north of Colombo airport. It is an excellent place to unwind whether at the beginning or end of your tour of the country. It is definately off the beaten path, which is one of the special ingredients for relaxation. The estate residencies consists of a main house (with 3... More

Ooooooh, what a quiet beautiful place to relax...that's what this colonial estate/boutique hotel is made for. We spent our time swimming, reading or playing cards by the pool, drinking tea and strolling around the grounds. Somehow, the staff always knew what we wanted--appearing with fresh pool towels, a menu for snacks in the early afternoon or offering tea and cakes... More