Title: The Essence - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=118963771&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Essence ## Photo gallery for The Essence ![Exterior - The Essence (Nuwara Eliya)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118970000/118963800/118963771/33f25757.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - The Essence (Nuwara Eliya)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118970000/118963800/118963771/f19e625b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception - The Essence (Nuwara Eliya)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118970000/118963800/118963771/85bd8682.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Billiards - The Essence (Nuwara Eliya)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118970000/118963800/118963771/192b637d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Quadruple Room, Garden View - The Essence (Nuwara Eliya)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118970000/118963800/118963771/11f6dcd6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Essence provides amenities like a firepit and a garden. 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices) - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free covered self parking on site ### Food and drink - Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: LKR 1,500 for adults and LKR 1,000 for children ### Things to do - TV in common areas ### Conveniences - Luggage storage - Shared microwave - Shared refrigerator - Virtual front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping (on request) - Multilingual staff - Porter/bellhop - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Picnic area ### Accessibility - 5 steps to reach entrance - No elevator ### More - Designated smoking areas (fines apply) - Fireplace in lobby ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Private bathroom - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### More - Heating (climate-controlled) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Host will greet you ### Pets Pets allowed for an extra charge of LKR 5000 per accommodation, per stay, plus a one-time cleaning fee of LKR 4998 Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Food and water bowls and an off-leash area are available ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately LKR 1500.00 for adults and LKR 1000.00 for children - Pet fee: LKR 5000 per accommodation, per stay plus LKR 4998 one-time cleaning fee - Service animals are exempt from fees The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or 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 This property accepts cash ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Essence pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at The Essence? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at The Essence? ### What time is check-out at The Essence? ### Where is The Essence located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question