An elegant High Tea on a manicured lawn, sip a stiff brandy by the blazing fire after a round of golf in the chill air. Is it England in the Days of the Raj It may be the 21st century, but colonial splendour still reigns in all its past glory at the Grand Hotel. Built in 1891, this was the palatial residence of the former Governor of Sri Lanka, Sir Edward Barnes, today we offer the ultimate in comfort and the best of traditions from the good old days to all who seek the charms of our famed hill country landmark.\n\nHere, a truly magnificent and extensive array of gourmet cuisine from the west and the east is yours to indulge in. The expansive Main Restaurant (Barnes Hall) offers equally vast buffets breakfast, lunch and dinner with show kitchens that create your choice of fare to perfection. Offering both Western and Eastern menus, its reputation is legendary. The Supper Club Bar offers a headier atmosphere with music and dancing, while the Lounge is more intimate, with a la carte meals. The Coffee Shop with its blazing hearth serves light meals and snacks throughout the day. At nightfall, slip back a century or more at the Traditional Bar for some fine old malt and a game of Billiards while a hearty log fire looks on. Enjoy a unique dining experience at The Grand Indian Restaurant, with authentic time-honoured dishes.\n\nOur setting maybe colonial, but our amenities are definitely modern with cable TV, Mini Bar, high speed internet access and IDD phones including the standard hotel services from laundry, safety deposit boxes and currency exchange to concierge, 24 hour reception and room service. Theres a health centre and a small shopping arcade and Tennis for the more active, and of course the famed Golf Course, right opposite the hotel. We offer banquet and conference facilities for up to 200 guests and a Business Centre for the corporate traveller. With the charming traditional atmosphere and the extensive gardens, we are also the popular choice for local weddings.\n\nFor a tranquil hill country town, Nuwara Eliya has much to offer. In the April Season it comes alive with an exciting carnival atmosphere theres everything from horse racing (a local Ascot with dressing up on a grand scale) to motor cross, boat rides, flower shows, music and entertainment events, Golf and Tennis tournaments and more to keep you busy. Other pastimes take over off season. Take a leisurely stroll in the Nuwara Eliya Park or visit the Galway Bird Sanctuary nearby. The Hakgala Botanical Gardens is home to exotic orchids, rare ferns and magnificent roses. Spend a day out at the plantations and factories where Sri Lankas renowned High Grown tea is produced and admire the myriad waterfalls along the way.\n\nVenture further, and discover the unique beauty of Horton Plains high up at around 7000 ft, and the awe inspiring wonder of Worlds End- a near vertical drop of around 4000 ft. Rare flora and fauna abound here, including deer, jackal and the elusive leopard. Pay pilgrimage to Sri Lankas holy mountain Adams Peak and catch a glimpse of the famous shadow at sunrise. Theres plenty of action for the thrill seeker white water rafting, rock climbing and trekking, and if you prefer it slow, the colonial charms of the town offer much to explore.\n\n##OtherInformation\nThe GRAND HOTEL NUWARA ELIYA is a Tourist hotel. Located in Nuwara Eliya area. Shopping is accessible by bus/taxi and the nightlife/restaurants are located in the hotel.\n\n
