CRAIGBANK NUWARAELIYA, Nuwara Eliya – A Smart Stay in the City
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About the Hotel
No.48, Waterfield Drive,
Nuwara Eliya,
Sri Lanka,
Nuwara Eliya District
Rooms with Fireplaces
Anilana Craigbank offers 4 air-conditioned rooms with private balconies or patios. Each room includes a fireplace, safe, LED television with cable programming, complimentary wireless internet, desk, phone, ironing facilities, and complimentary bottled water. Private bathrooms have deep soaking bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
Dining and Drinks
A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 8 AM at the hotel's restaurant. Guests can enjoy meals throughout the day at the restaurant and drinks at the bar/lounge. Additional outdoor dining options include barbecue grills and a picnic area.
Recreation and Relaxation
The hotel is adjacent to a golf course and features a playground. Guests can relax in the lobby with a fireplace. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis, and dry cleaning/laundry services are available.
Nuwara Eliya Location
Anilana Craigbank is 5 km from Gregory Lake SPB and 1.6 miles from Victoria Park. The hotel is near Mackwoods Tea Museum (2 km), Bomburu Ella Waterfall (1 km), Holy Trinity Church (1 km), and Galway Forest Reserve. Horton Plains National Park is 11.1 miles away, and Nanu Oya is 92 km from the property.
Hotel Services
Services include a 24-hour front desk, concierge assistance, luggage storage, and complimentary newspapers. The hotel does not allow pets or service animals. Complimentary wireless internet access is available throughout the property.
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Getting around
All Transportation Options at a Glance
City Centre
Nuwara Eliya
1.6
mi
Airports
Gregory Lake SPB (nua)
1.9
mi
Castlereigh Reservoir Seaplane Base (NUF)
30.8
mi
Train
Nanu Oya Railway Station
3.0
mi
Amenities
Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay
Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
24-hour services
24-hour reception
24-hour security
Babysitting
General
Non-smoking rooms
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Sports & Fitness
Hiking
Horseback riding
Golf course
Services
Room service
Children
Children's play area
Spa & Leisure
Garden area
BBQ facilities
Leisure/ TV room
Jacuzzi
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Location
No.48, Waterfield Drive,
Nuwara Eliya,
Sri Lanka,
Nuwara Eliya District
Map view
No.48, Waterfield Drive,
Nuwara Eliya,
Sri Lanka,
Nuwara Eliya District
City landmarks
Landmark
Victoria Park of Nuwara Eliya
1.0
mi
Landmark
Shanthipura View Point
4100 ft
Church
Holy Trinity Church
3600 ft
Landmark
Mackwoods Tea Museum
1.1
mi
Park
Galway's Land National Park
1.3
mi
Bridge
Kothmale Hanging Bridge
4200 ft
Landmark
Nuwara Eliya and Tea Country
5000 ft
Landmark
Shri Bhakta Hanuman Temple
1.0
mi
Landmark
Bomburu Ella Waterfall
4700 ft
Landmark
Mohini falls
4700 ft
Park
Victoria Park
1.8
mi
Landmark
Gregory Lake
1.8
mi
Landmark
Gayathri Peedam
4200 ft
Landmark
Shsnew
4700 ft
Golf Course
Nuwara Eliya Golf Club
2.1
mi
Landmark
Gayathri Temple
4600 ft
Landmark
Single Tree Hill
1.5
mi
Waterfall
Lover's leap Waterfall
1.5
mi
Landmark
Glen Falls
5200 ft
Lake
Gregory Park
1.8
mi
Landmark
Nuwara Eliya City View point In RRC gama
1.0
mi
Landmark
Nanu Oya
1.4
mi
Landmark
Pidurutalagala
1.6
mi
Landmark
Hakgala Botanic Gardens
1.8
mi
Landmark
Victoria Park Entrance
1.6
mi
Landmark
Pedro Tea Factory
2.2
mi
Landmark
International Buddhist Centre
1.8
mi
Landmark
Kikiliyamana Mountain
2.1
mi
Landmark
Magasthota Junction
2.4
mi
Nearby
Church
St Francis Xavier's church
1500 ft
Restaurants
The Golf Green City bungalow
4300 ft
No 22 Chandana Lal Karunarathne Mawatha Nuwara Eliya City Center
Pizza Hut
4200 ft
158
Milano Restaurant
2800 ft
24 New Bazaar Street.
Mackwoods Tea
3200 ft
Queen Elizabeth Drive Mackwoods Tea Centre Queen Elizabeth Plaza
Guest Ratings & Reviews
Real Guest Experiences & Ratings
Guest reviews
5.0/10
based on 5 reviews
Thomas
United Kingdom,
February
2025
7.0/10
My stay at Anilana Craigbank was enjoyable overall, with lovely gardens and charming service. However, the breakfast left something to be desired with burned bacon, which detracted from the experience.
Rooms
8.0
The North Room was spacious and had a unique wooden tub in the bathroom. I felt it was the best choice for relaxation.
Service
9.0
The staff were flexible and genuinely helpful, making sure our needs were met without hesitation.
Location
9.0
Set on the hills above Nuwara Eliya, the gardens were immaculate and really added to the charm of the place.
Dining
5.0
Unfortunately, breakfast included burned bacon and toasted bread, which was quite disappointing compared to the otherwise cozy atmosphere.
Facilities
7.0
The amenities were practical with dry cleaning and laundry services available, though I didn't use them.
Jayden
United Kingdom,
February
2025
7.0/10
My stay at Anilana Craigbank was quite a mixed experience. The friendly service from staff and the talented chef stood out, but the rooms felt a bit run-down. The gardens were pristine, adding to the charm of the location.
Rooms
6.0
The rooms were big and well equipped, but I found the furnishings already quite run-down.
Service
8.0
Staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, and I really appreciated the welcome drinks and small bouquets they provided.
Location
9.0
The hotel is set in immaculate gardens, which made for a lovely atmosphere, especially in the evenings with lit lanterns on the lawn.
Dining
7.0
Dining was simple yet enjoyable. While breakfast included burned bacon, the Mexican dishes for lunch were a delight.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offered essential services like laundry and taxi service, which were convenient during my stay.
Jordan
United Kingdom,
February
2025
7.0/10
My stay at Anilana Craigbank was a mixed bag. The unique atmosphere of an old private dwelling was absolutely charming, but the cleanliness of the rooms was a letdown. The service was fantastic, with the staff going out of their way to get fresh ingredients for us while we relaxed.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms were filthy with weeks, if not months, of dust covering everything, which was really disappointing.
Service
8.0
The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. They even went to buy all the ingredients for us while we just kicked back! It was nice to meet the chef and chat a bit.
Location
7.0
Staying in an old private dwelling surrounded by immaculate gardens was a great experience, even with a bit of damp on the walls.
Dining
5.0
Breakfast was simple, with burned bacon and toasted bread, but the juice and fruit were nice to have.
Facilities
6.0
Facilities included dry cleaning and laundry, which were handy. They also offered taxi services.
Dorothy
United Kingdom,
October
2024
6.4/10
My stay at Anilana Craigbank in Nuwara Eliya had its ups and downs. The location in the lovely gardens was calming, but the rooms were quite dusty. The service could use some improvement, as the staff seemed a bit unprepared. Overall, it was an interesting experience with a lot of potential.
Rooms
5.0
The master suite in the bungalow had a funny wooden tub in the bathroom, which was a unique touch. However, the place was filthy, with dust covering everything.
Service
5.0
The service was lacking, as some staff members didn't have basic hosting skills. It felt like they didn't really know how to take care of us, although they did go out to buy all the ingredients for us while we relaxed.
Location
7.0
The location was lovely, set in some pleasant gardens with lit lanterns on the lawn and a chance to experience an old private dwelling. Being on the hills above Nuwara Eliya provided a nice, serene vibe.
Dining
5.0
Dining was simpler than I expected, with burnt bacon and toasted bread served alongside juice and fruits. It didn't quite hit the mark for me.
Facilities
6.0
They offered laundry and dry cleaning services, which was convenient, plus a taxi service if needed, so that was a plus.
Roger
United Kingdom,
October
2024
6.0/10
My stay at Anilana Craigbank was quite comfortable, nestled in some lovely gardens, yet the dining experience left much to be desired with simple options and burned bacon. The unique quirks of the place made it interesting, and the individual service was a highlight.
Rooms
8.0
The room was comfortable and provided great individual service.
Service
5.0
While initial service was pleasant, it became rude when I raised complaints, which was disappointing.
Location
7.0
The hotel is located in fairly pleasant gardens, which added to the charm of my stay.
Dining
5.0
Breakfast was simpler than expected, featuring burned bacon and basic fruits, which was a letdown.
Facilities
7.0
Facilities included dry cleaning and taxi service, which were convenient.
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