Nine Skies

Nine Skies is absolutely wonderful! We had only one regret about our stay there - we should have stayed longer! We are a family of four and stayed in Ella Rock Suite, we had plenty of room and the beds were very comfortable and the room silent. The staff and service was out of this world! We lived like kings.Everyone was incredibly friendly and welcoming, and our children felt immediately at home. We stayed at 5 teardrop hotels (they are all fantastic) and did a Teardrop Journey - which I REALLY recommend. Our journey included many activities. At Nine Skies we did the guided Little Adam's Peak trek, did the ziplining at Ravana, walked to the Nine Arch bridge and went down to Udawalawe national park. These were all carefully curated for families in mind and our kids were incredibly sad to leave. The food (all included!) was fantastic, they catered for the vegetarians in our group very well, adapting the menu and offering to cook different meals if wanted. We loved the Kotto night! In summary, this was one of the best places we have ever been and return tomorrow if we could. Book it!

Incredible property set high above Ella in Demodara. The 360 views of the surrounding hills and mountains are spectacular. The entire experience is one of calm and relaxation. The staff are excellent, and unfailingly polite. The food quality and service are exceptional. Our bedroom was spacious and well equipped. A truly first class experience. 100% recommended.

This was our 4th visit to Nine Skies. We stayed in our favourite room - Welimada. The location of the bungalow is wonderful and we had a beautiful view from our terrace. We love everything about this bungalow including the terrace where we enjoyed all our meals. What makes a stay here supremely relaxing is the delightful and helpful staff. We were made to feel very welcome by Suraj who checked on us regularly. The butler who looked after us was the very personable and efficient Udara. A highlight was the cookery demonstration with chef Roshan. We were impressed by the quality and freshness of all the ingredients, many of which were grown in the garden. Great stay! Until the next time. Joanna

My friend and I had the best time at Nine Skies! This hilltop boutique hotel is such a peaceful escape, with stunning views and a super relaxing vibe. From the moment we arrived, the staff were incredible—so friendly, attentive, and always making sure we had everything we needed. The food was absolutely delicious, easily some of the best we had in Sri Lanka. Every meal was fresh, beautifully presented, and packed with flavor. We looked forward to every bite! What we loved most was just how calm and quiet it felt—perfect for unwinding and soaking in the beautiful surroundings. If you’re looking for a cozy, luxury stay with top-notch service, Nine Skies is a must-visit. We’d go back in a heartbeat!

From the moment we entered the hotel every member of the team (led by the charming and attentive manager Kasun) was so welcoming and alert to anticipating our needs. The location is absolutely stunning, high on a hillside amidst the tea plantation, with breathtaking views over the hills. The gardens are beautifully laid out with secluded shady seating areas dotted around. The gorgeous pool area is small with only 4 sunbeds but the hotel only has 5 rooms so we never had to compete for our choice of seating. Our room was large and cool with windows opening onto the garden and a patio overlooking the railway. Expect to be awoken by the 06:20 to Kandy, but don't let that put you off. It is part of the charm of the location, not a drawback. It helps you to get up to have an early morning cup of tea on the patio contemplating the misty valley. The food is fine dining with a good choice of Sri Lankan and European cuisine. It is plentiful and beautifully presented. We had a 2 hour birdwatching walk with Dinesh (the resident naturalist). This was an unexpected highlight, with over 20 species spotted (including a rare visitor - European Bee Eater, if you really want to know! - Dinesh was even more excited than us!). All in all, this hotel has been the highlight of our trip. We are already working out how we can get back here!

From the moment we arrived Kasun and the team made us so welcome, Kasun has such a bubbly and friendly personality you can’t help but feel immediately at home. We were here for 2 nights and loved it all. We were in the Ella Rock Suite which was, quite frankly, too big for us but we loved the indulgence. There are only 5 rooms, you have dinner altogether but separate tables on the terrace and can choose the time you want to eat and the lounge area is a lovely place to relax with a drink before and / or after dinner. We decided to do a walk from the hotel to Ella along part of the Pekoe trail, taking in the tea plantation and the Nine Arches bridge as well as many other attractions. Kasun provided us with a phone and walking app to show us the way, leech socks, antiseptic (should we be attacked by leeches - we weren’t) and water. You can choose to do this by yourselves (we did) or the hotel will arrange for a guide for you. The hotel itself is warm and inviting and every single member of staff was excellent. We didn’t catch everyone’s names but want to thank Kasun (obviously), Suraj, Udaru & Chula. When we come back to Sri Lanka we will be coming back to Nine Skies.