Title: Nalanda Residence - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Nalanda Residence Mountain retreat with spa services and on-site dining combines tranquility with convenience, perfect for travelers seeking both relaxation and local flavors ## Photo gallery for Nalanda Residence ![Terrace/patio - Nalanda Residence (Diyathalawa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17090000/17087000/17086972/46f6d05c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Nalanda Residence (Diyathalawa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17090000/17087000/17086972/fca8e5fc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom, Mountain View - Nalanda Residence (Diyathalawa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17090000/17087000/17086972/0b235315.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Nalanda Residence (Diyathalawa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17090000/17087000/17086972/c2a299b8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby sitting area - Nalanda Residence (Diyathalawa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17090000/17087000/17086972/bac36c54.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Nalanda Residence offers a peaceful mountain setting with daily English breakfast. Relax on the cozy terrace, book spa treatments, and enjoy bike rentals for trail exploration. On-site restaurant with regional cuisine and free WiFi included. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Gym - Laundry ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec. 22 - Dec. 23](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-22&endDate=2025-12-23&selected=17086972&PinnedHotelID=17086972&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-22&endDate=2025-12-23&selected=17086972&PinnedHotelID=17086972&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec. 23 - Dec. 24](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-23&endDate=2025-12-24&selected=17086972&PinnedHotelID=17086972&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-23&endDate=2025-12-24&selected=17086972&PinnedHotelID=17086972&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec. 26 - Dec. 28](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=17086972&PinnedHotelID=17086972&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=17086972&PinnedHotelID=17086972&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan. 2 - Jan. 4](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=17086972&PinnedHotelID=17086972&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=17086972&PinnedHotelID=17086972&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds Showing 2 of 2 rooms ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom, Mountain View ![Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom, Mountain View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17090000/17087000/17086972/0b235315.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom, Mountain View ### Highlights Balcony or patio Private bathroom Bidet Stovetop Free bottled water Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle Daily housekeeping - 161 sq ft - Mountain view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Mountain View, Mountainside ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17090000/17087000/17086972/b5366602.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Mountain View, Mountainside ### Highlights Balcony or patio Kitchen Refrigerator Dishwasher 2 bedrooms Private bathroom Bidet Microwave - 1937 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Mountain view - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. In addition to a library and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this guesthouse include: - Free self parking - Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and barbecue grills - Smoke-free premises, luggage storage, and a 24-hour front desk Room features All guestrooms at Nalanda Residence have thoughtful touches such as 24-hour room service, as well as amenities like free WiFi and free bottled water. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with showers and bidets - Balconies or patios, stovetops, and electric kettles ## Similar properties ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4730000/4722700/4722661/2df9052c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Jetwing Warwick Gardens, A Luxury Reserve Welimada - Parking included - Restaurant - Breakfast available - Bar 8.0 Very good 16 reviews CA $248 CA $322 total includes taxes & fees Dec 23 - Dec 24 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-23&endDate=2025-12-24&selected=4722661&PinnedHotelID=4722661&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90870000/90861900/90861853/d514963e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Jetwing Hoffmann Bungalow Welimada - Parking included - Free WiFi - Laundry - Barbecue grill [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-05&endDate=2026-01-06&selected=90861853&PinnedHotelID=90861853&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11830000/11823900/11823878/6d089c7c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stafford Bungalow Walapane - 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Limited onsite self parking ### Food and drink - Free English breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM - A restaurant - Snack bar/deli ### Things to do - 24-hour gym - Bicycle rentals - Library ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Snack bar/deli ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - In the mountains - Picnic area - Terrace ### Spa - Massage ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Bidet - Free toiletries - Hair dryer (on request) - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Food and drink - 24-hour room service - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Free bottled water - Stovetop ### More - Iron/ironing board on request ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Renovations and closures This property is closed from November 16 2025 to February 1 2026 (dates subject to change). The property will be renovating from November 16 2025 to February 1 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected: - Dining venue(s) - Exterior - Fitness facilities - Front desk - Guestrooms - Hallway - Laundry facilities - Lobby - Parking area During renovations, the guesthouse will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance. ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### Property is also known as Villa Nalanda House Diyathalawa Villa Nalanda House Villa Nalanda Diyathalawa Nalanda Residence Guesthouse Diyathalawa Nalanda Residence Guesthouse Nalanda Residence Guesthouse Haputale Nalanda Residence Guesthouse Nalanda Residence Haputale Guesthouse Nalanda Residence Haputale Haputale Nalanda Residence Guesthouse Guesthouse Nalanda Residence Villa Nalanda Nalanda Residence Haputale Nalanda Residence Guesthouse Nalanda Residence Diyathalawa Nalanda Residence Guesthouse Diyathalawa ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Nalanda Residence pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Nalanda Residence? ### What time is check-out at Nalanda Residence? ### Does Nalanda Residence provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Nalanda Residence located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Nalanda Residence Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Staff & service ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mads Jan 2, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort We had a wonderful stay at Villa Nalanda. Visaka is an amazing host and provided us with everything we needed. All our meals were home-cooked and delicious, the view over the mountains was just incredible, and her team is so lovely. Would definitely stay again! ##### Mads Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stevie Jan 7, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Best stay in Sri Lanka What a dream this place is. Fantastic stay that felt like we were welcomed into a home of warm friends. Food was perfect, stay was perfect, view and massages perfect as well. perfect place for some rest and rejuvenation. Take a great book and fall asleep in the comfortable double bed lounger in the flower garden. ##### Stevie Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller Aug 25, 2018 #### Friendly staff and service The property was clean and staff were very, very friendly and nice. Location is remote, which we knew that, and view of property is beautiful overlooking a valley. It doesn’t feel like a ‘hotel’ but very much a home stay, with very personalize deco and feel of a home, including a lot of family pictures and loved ones. WiFi / internet was poor. Non existence to be precise, which was a real downer. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa, Sydney Jan 10, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Fabulous, very attentive host who went above and beyond to help us as guests ##### Lisa Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### JK, Sydney, Australia Jan 5, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Amazing view, incredible staff, highly reccomended I would highly recommend Villa Nalanda. It had an amazing view, very nice and modern rooms (exactly like the photos) and fantastic staff. Visaka who is the owner and host made sure were were well looked after. Her home cooked meals were some of the best food we had in Sri Lanka. ##### JK Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Dec 22, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Weligama-Hotels-Weligama-Bay-Marriott-Resort-Spa.h19413442.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in The Queensway](https://www.expedia.ca/The-Queensway-Toronto-Hotels.0-n553248635976396199-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Shangri-La Hambantota](https://www.expedia.ca/Hambantota-Hotels-Shangri-La-Hambantota.h15083331.Hotel-Information) > > [Adults Only Resorts & Hotels in Puerto Vallarta](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Vallarta-Hotels-Adults-Only-Resorts.0-0-d180016-tAdultsOnlyResorts.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Apartments Halifax](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Apartments.d602873-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [FOX JAFFNA by Fox Resorts](https://www.expedia.ca/Jaffna-Hotels-FOX-JAFFNA-By-Fox-Resorts.h17399149.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Newark International Airport by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Newark-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Newark-Intl-Airport-North.h3257815.Hotel-Information) > > [98 Acres Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Ella-Hotels-98-Acres-Resort-Spa.h15504051.Hotel-Information) > > [Weligama Bay Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Weligama-Hotels-Weligama-Bay-Resort.h1487820.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Ponoka](https://www.expedia.ca/Ponoka-Hotels.d181744.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Jasper-Hotels-Fairmont-Jasper-Park-Lodge.h24928.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in San Juan](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Juan-Hotels.d3179.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels near Banff National Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Banff-National-Park-Hotels.0-l602291-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [The Saint Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Santorini-Hotels-Saint-Legendary-Suites-Spa.h44030205.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Riu Sri Lanka - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Ahungalla-Hotels-Hotel-Riu-Sri-Lanka-All-Inclusive.h14754284.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Mérida (MID)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/mid/toronto-to-merida) > > [flights from lac la biche airport](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/airports/ylb/flights-from-lac-la-biche-airport) > > [Flights from Paris (CDG) to Lisbon District (LIS)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/cdg/lis/paris-to-lisbon) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Delhi (DEL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/del/vancouver-to-delhi) > > [Flights from Sidney (YYJ) to Orlando (MCO)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyj/mco/victoria-to-orlando) > > [Flights from Ottawa (YOW) to Québec City (YQB)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yow/yqb/ottawa-to-quebec) ### Cars > [Avis Car Rentals In Waterloo](https://www.expedia.ca/Avis-Car-Rentals-In-Waterloo.d7392-c41.Car-Rental-Guide-Suppliers) > > [Car rentals in Split](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Split.d3255.Car-Rental-Guide) ### Packages > [all inclusive vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/all-inclusive-vacations)