We stayed at the Hill Club for one night recently. We arrived late afternoon and were welcomed with a glass of iced tea. Although the reception area was empty it took about 10 minutes for us to check-in since the receptionist was on the phone. He made us feel guilty disturbing him. We were told that after 7 pm we... more

An eccentric guesthouse/hotel which made a welcome and enjoyable break from the intense heat in the rest of Sri Lanka. Everything very old fashioned and full of character. The rooms were a good size, with both a bath and shower, and the food was lovely. Four course dinner was $17 plus service charges. There is a pool table and internet... more

Stayed here as part of our tour package and booked by the tour operator. Arrived just on dusk in the rain so couldn't appreciate the view of the hotel. After a very "old world" check in reminiscent of days gone by, we were shown to our room. Wooden floorboards make for noisy guests. And cold. Thankfully there was a radiator,... more

Reminded us of a scottish shooting lodge and even has a map of the whisky trail on the wall. Good if you are after atmosphere and service rather than modern facilities. For example there is no tea maker in the room, but tea in the room is available on request and a hot water bottle is put in your bed... more

We just returned after spending 4 nights at the Hill Club. The weather was perfect for what we had planned. It was chilly and there was a light drizzle throughout the day during the first 2 days, but we had planned to visit Ambewela Farm, Hakgala Gardens and Tea Factory Hotel, so the weather was not a problem. On the... more

We stayed for two nights at the Hill Club. Right from the time we first saw the the hotel as we drove up we were hooked. It's like stepping back in time to a slower paced, more gracious era. The gardens are well maintained and alive with flowers. The real highlight of the stay was dinner. Food was excellent and... more

This old club, Its a bit differnt than the usual place, (I poked my head in St andrews, which looks better). Drinks are very expensive here compared with any where else in Sri Lanka we stayed (Double) The place is full of dead animals heads on the wall, I t is a proper old hunting lodge feel. the rooms and... more

Slightly dubious after the previous reviews but we had a fab 3 night stay - despite turning up on the day and being in our mid twenties. It really is like stepping back in time, but in a good way. The staff were great, including insisting on an upgrade when we stayed an extra night. The restaurant is very good,... more

We went to have morning coffee at this place with our drive Roy, who is a Sri Lankan. You are asked to become a temporary member which was no problem except that Roy was not allowed to become a temporary member! Why - because he was just a driver or because he is a Sri Lankan? We declined the offer... more