Thotalagala

The best place ever. From the moment you arrive to your departure at Thotalagala you are treated like royalty. The place is exquisite and quiet with a beautiful view overlooking the valley all the way to Yala and the coast. A beautiful garden with an infinity pool filled with clean spring water from the mountain is a beautiful surrounding to this exclusive place that was once the home of a tea plantage owner. The service is magnificent - especially Malshan who was very attentive and made us feel special. And to top it all, the food is just amazing - with a new mouthwatering menu everyday. Put Thotalagala on your bucket list and you will get an experience of a lifetime.

My wife and I stayed for two nights during our honeymoon and it was an incredible few days. The food really was exceptional, the service and attention to detail was above and beyond all expectations. Rooms were spacious and clean and even when the weather wasn’t perfect, we could sit in the comfy drawing room by the fire. Would very much recommend!

Nothing quite prepares you for the Thotalangala experience! From the moment you sweep up the concealed driveway all your senses go into overdrive - the exquisite gardens, the understated grandeur of the bungalow, the playful monkeys, the position on the side of a valley with the most incredible views right down to the south coast and the reception from the staff. Over the coming days the exceptional food, wonderful local walks through the tea plantations and that incredibly positioned swimming pool served to make Thotalangala our favourite stay in Sri Lanka. Thank you to all the staff who looked after us so well but particularly Manjula and Mainala. You treated us like royalty!

Beautifully designed hotel and rooms, with spectacular gardens and panaramic views of the valley and tea country. Exceptional service from friendly and attentive staff. Fantastic, high quality food menu. Close proximity to tea plantations and places of interest. Would highly recommend this hotel as a place to stay at

Very private estate. Great and well trained staff. Thank you Samdaruwan and team for excellent two days. With an excellent kitchen and a small but good wine and drinks selection (also in all-inclusive). Stunning view. Wonderful walks in the tea fields. Trip to tea factory.

We’re just leaving after another, even more wonderful family trip to Thotalagala. We thought we couldn’t love this place anymore but it turns out we could. The staff are simply amazing and at every turn they went over and beyond to make sure our every need, before we even knew we wanted anything, was met. Huge thanks to Chamara and the four wonderful butlers, the amazing chefs and the rest of the team. We can’t wait to be back for the next holiday!!