Sir John's Bungalow is a refurbished planter's bungalow within the Knuckles conservation area, set on about five acres and surrounded by misty mountain ranges. It was once the home of a British tea planter and later the holiday home of Sir John Kotelawala, the third Prime Minister of Ceylon. The hotel follows an eco-friendly approach.
Bedrooms are 18, 25 or 26 sqm, with a king size bed or a double and a single, and views of the mountains and the garden. They can be booked as triple, double or comfort double rooms.
Image Credit: Sir John’s Bungalow
Facilities
Library and board games.
Hiking in the surrounding hills.
Room service, daily housekeeping and concierge services.
Free on-site parking.
City location
Excursion desk
Wi-Fi
Free parking
Garden
Scenic inland setting
Food and drink
The restaurant serves Sri Lankan and Western food. Breakfast is served on the veranda, and lunch and dinner in the dining room.
A la carte dining
Room service, limited hours
Asian
How to Get There
You will find Sir John's Bungalow within the Knuckles conservation area, on the northern side of the range. The drive from Bandaranaike International Airport covers roughly 170 km and takes 5 hours or so, travelling via Kandy, then out on the narrow hill roads east of the city.
Coming from central Colombo instead, allow 5 hours 15 minutes for roughly 180 km.
To keep arrival simple, ask us for a private transfer with a chauffeur who meets you outside arrivals. You can keep the car for touring afterwards. Allow extra time at weekends and on public holidays, when the roads out of Colombo are busier.
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