Ceylon Tea Trails, KandyCeylon Tea Trails in Kandy, Sri Lanka has a corrected score of 3.9 ± 0.4 (thin evidence, 1 of 4 platforms), ranked 8 of 11 hotels we score in Kandy. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.3 before correction: Google 4.3. Rooms from about $743 a night (cached, not a live quote).Ceylon Tea Trails is an all-inclusive resort located in the Ceylon tea region near Hatton and Norwood. Situated at 1,250 metres altitude, the property borders the Central Highlands World Heritage site. The estate comprises five restored heritage tea planters' bungalows containing 27 suites. Guests stay in colonial-style rooms overlooking terraced plantations and the Castlereagh Reservoir. The site includes five outdoor swimming pools and offers services such as massage and room service. It suits travellers seeking a quiet retreat in a working tea estate, though the rooms do not have air conditioning. The bungalows are spread across the landscape, providing a sense of seclusion within the highlands.What stands out

Restored heritage bungalows

Five outdoor swimming pools

Views of Castlereagh Reservoir

All-inclusive service

Watch out for

No air conditioning

Occasional noise

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