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The Essence
2.0 star property
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Pet-friendly
- Parking included
- Free Wi-Fi
- Breakfast available
Explore the area
270/4, Meepilimana, Nuwara Eliya, 22214
- Lake GregoryPlace, Lake Gregory7 min drive
- Victoria ParkPlace, Victoria Park9 min drive
- Nuwara Eliya Golf ClubPlace, Nuwara Eliya Golf Club10 min drive
Room options
View all photos for Deluxe Quadruple Room, Garden View
Deluxe Quadruple Room, Garden View
- Garden view
- 37 sq m
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 5
- 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed
View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Garden View
Deluxe Double Room, Garden View
- Garden view
- 19 sq m
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 4
- 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
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About this property
The Essence
A microwave in a common area, a refrigerator in a common area, and tour/ticket assistance are available at this bed & breakfast. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a garden, charcoal grills, and a picnic area are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request.
The Essence offers 3 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided on request.
During your stay at The Essence, you'll be close to Sri Baktha Hanuman Kovil. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas and free self parking, plus breakfast (surcharge). Some of the pet-friendly amenities this property offers include food and water bowls and an off-leash area.
- Free WiFi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
- Free self parking
- Breakfast served daily for a fee
- Services include tour or ticket assistance, a porter, and luggage storage
- 9 minutes by car from Victoria Park and 9 minutes from Galway Forest Reserve
- Pets welcome for a fee
- Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls and an off-leash area
As a guest of The Essence, you'll find barbecue grills, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Essence also features a garden, a picnic area, and a fireplace in the lobby. Free self parking is available.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Nuwara Eliya bed & breakfast.
For a fee, guests can enjoy local cuisine breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Free covered self parking on site
- Limited on-site self parking
Food and drink
- Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: LKR 1,500 for adults and LKR 1,000 for children
Things to do
- TV in common areas
Family friendly
- Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
- Luggage storage
- Shared microwave
- Shared refrigerator
- Virtual front desk
Guest services
- Housekeeping on request
- Multilingual staff
- Porter/bellhop
- Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
- Barbecue grill
- Firepit
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
- Picnic area
Accessibility
- 5 steps to reach entrance
- No lift
More
- Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
- Fireplace in lobby
Room amenities
Bathroom
- Private bathroom
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
More
- Heating (climate-controlled)
- Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Host will greet you
Pets
- Pets: LKR 5000 per accommodation, per stay, plus a one-time cleaning fee of LKR 4998
- Food and water bowls and an off-leash area are available
- Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
- Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately LKR 1500.00 for adults and LKR 1000.00 for children
- Pet fee: LKR 5000 per accommodation, per stay plus LKR 4998 one-time cleaning fee
- Service animals are exempt from fees
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property does not have a front desk. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The host will greet guests on arrival. A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests.