Pigeons Nest
No 5 Waterfield Bank Road Under Bank (BEFORE RISING LION LAST JUNCTION OPPOSITE THE SHOP)
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Why people book this hotel
“Pigeons nest was well located, friendly staff and great value for money”
“Staff & fireplace”
“For colder Nights in Nuwara, there are also heating matrasses in the bedroom tha…”
“Very cozy room and confortable bed”
“The view was great and we liked the traditional Sri Lankan breakfast”
“Great breakfast”
“Nice and clean place with attentive staff”
“Friendly staff Clean”
“The place was a little bit up in the mountain, but it was easy to walk to the ci…”
“The location is a bit far from the city centre, although manageable by tuk-tuk”
“We were very warm welcomed by the owners who gave us reasonable advices on what …”
“The staff was kind enough to allow us to pay half the price of the second room w…”
Overview
Situated in the heart of Nuwara Eliya, Pigeons Nest is a beautiful accommodation just a 10-minute drive from Gregory Lake. It features a free internet access, a cosy fireplace and a large outdoor terrace. Rooms are tastefully furnished and fitted with hardwood floors. Each room features large windows. Bathroom facilities are either en suite or shared. Nuwara Eliya Golf Club is only a 5-minute drive away while Colombo city is a 5-hour drive away. Victoria Park is 2 km away while Horton Plains are 30 km from the property. Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport is 86 km away. The friendly staff at Pigeons Nest can organise barbeques and assist with travel arrangements. Airport shuttle services are available at a surcharge and free parking space is provided for guests who drive. Pigeons Nest houses a dining area where guests can enjoy authentic Sri Lankan breakfast too.
Traveller reviews
Rickii
couple
June 16, 2026
Pigeons nest was well located, friendly staff and great value for money. The heated blankets were a nice touch and needed after a rainy day
Dhammika
solo_traveller
May 26, 2026
“Great relaxing place.”
Nice and clean place with attentive staff.
Willem
couple
March 9, 2026
Staff & fireplace.
Gopal
solo_traveller
March 4, 2026
Friendly staff Clean
Janna
couple
March 3, 2026
“Cute homestay with great view and lovely owners.”
We were very warm welcomed by the owners who gave us reasonable advices on what to do during our stay. The view was great and we liked the traditional Sri Lankan breakfast. For colder Nights in Nuwara, there are also heating matrasses in the bedroom that are very comfortabel.
Vanessa
couple
March 1, 2026
“Very handy place to stay if you’re walking the Pekoe trail.”
Fantastic staff who were super helpful. Nice roof terrace. Great breakfast
Hélène
extended_group
February 22, 2026
“Cozy place and nice staff”
Very cozy room and confortable bed. Very good breakfast and very kind staff. The second floor of the room was a bit crooked, but it was okay to spend 1 night. We initially booked 2 rooms and finally decided to use only 1 room for the night. The staff was kind enough to allow us to pay half the price of the second room we booked but didn’t use.
Erin
extended_group
February 21, 2026
“Lovely comfortable accommodations with great hosts!”
The property was lovey with gorgeous views. Sam and Prince were very accommodating hosts always ready with recommendations for us. Tea upon arrival was a nice touch. The rooms were very comfortable and the electric blankets were greatly appreciated amidst the cold, rainy weather! Highly recommend 😊
Samantha
couple
February 19, 2026
“Friendly and helpful staff.”
The place was a little bit up in the mountain, but it was easy to walk to the city. The staff was very friendly. They also prepared breakfast for us to bring when we had an early morning the next day.
Emilia
couple
February 18, 2026
Amazing people and so helpful! Place very clean where you can find everything you need. Really recommend Pigeons Nest :)
Felicia
extended_group
February 13, 2026
“Nice place for at least 2 night is you can”
Very helpful staff (Sam & Akram), including the owner (Prince). Amazing breakfast if you like a long breakfast time. The location is a bit far from the city centre, although manageable by tuk-tuk. The room is also amazing and feels like a cabin - proper hot shower and bed warmer included. You can spend time in the common room and enjoy the fireplace, though perhaps not too late at night, since they switch off the lights after 10 or 11 PM.
Samuel
couple
February 9, 2026
“Our stay in little England”
The host and staff at The Pigeon’s Nest were incredibly helpful and welcoming. They were always happy to assist with anything we needed and made us feel genuinely at ease throughout our stay. The rooms are very open and airy, with a lovely connection to the surrounding nature, which really added to the experience. Despite feeling peaceful and tucked away, the location is excellent - it’s only about a 10-minute walk into town, making it easy to explore while still enjoying a quiet place to relax. Overall, a comfortable stay with great hospitality in a convenient yet tranquil setting. Also, the breakfast was delicious! We’d happily recommend it to anyone visiting the area.
Jane
extended_group
February 3, 2026
“Wonderful hosts, loved the decor in the rooms, comfortable beds, great breakfast…”
Lovely staff, great breakfast, comfortable beds, hot showers… loved the real fire..
Chris
extended_group
January 24, 2026
Fabulous view of the mpuntains from the room, v comfortable beds and hot water shower!
Senguptà
couple
January 21, 2026
The hospitality and the warmth given by the owner. We were treated like one of the family.
Elisabeth
couple
January 19, 2026
It was a very cosy hotel. Nuwara Eliya is much colder than other places, so we especially liked the communal living room with a fire place in the evening. We also liked the huge bed that was very comfortable. The owner and his sons were very friendly.
yael
family_with_children
January 19, 2026
Great view and service
Hayley
solo_traveller
January 3, 2026
“Pleasant homestay in quiet area”
Really friendly hosts. Homestay in a very quiet area of town with nice city view. My room had a fantastic view - king with city view. Bed was comfy.
Tim
couple
December 27, 2025
“Clean and cozy place with friendly host.”
Friendly host. Clean
Viktoria
solo_traveller
December 26, 2025
The view throught big window is nice and the communication was very smooth
Facilities
Activities
Golf course (within 3 km), Cycling, Horse riding, Hiking, Walking tours
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
Food & Drink
Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Breakfast takeaway containers
General
Bicycle parking, Indoor fireplace, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Outdoors
Sun terrace, Terrace, Outdoor furniture
Parking
Parking on site, Private parking, Parking, Free parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Mobile app for room service
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Key access
Safety features
Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available
Self check-in
Check-in kiosk in the lobby
Services
Car hire, Airport shuttle, Laundry, Airport shuttle (additional charge), Shared lounge/TV area, Daily housekeeping
Transport
Airport pick up, Airport drop off
Deluxe Double Room
The rooms are fitted with hardwood floors. The room has en-suite bathroom with hot-water showers.
Double Room
Rooms are cosy and fitted with wooden floors. The attached bathrooms include hot-water showers.
Double Room with Garden View
The unit offers 1 bed.
King Room with Mountain View
The spacious double room offers a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.
Standard Double Room
This room is fitted with wooden floors. The attached bathrooms include hot-water showers and includes large window.
Duplex Room with Mountain View (4 Adults)
The spacious twin/double room provides a tea and coffee maker, parquet floors, a balcony with mountain views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 2 beds.
Quadruple Room with Mountain View
The unit offers 2 beds.
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