Set across 11 acres of hillside on the historic Sutherland Estate, Uga Ghiri occupies one of Ella's most sought-after settings, surrounded by cloud forest, tea-covered valleys and far-reaching views across Sri Lanka's Hill Country. The property comprises 15 standalone villas, each designed to blend contemporary comforts with the natural landscape and featuring a private jacuzzi overlooking the mountains.
At the heart of the estate is a carefully restored colonial manor house, now serving as the hotel's main house. Original period architecture and soaring ceilings provide an atmospheric setting for dining, where the character of the historic building sits comfortably alongside modern hospitality.
One of Uga Ghiri's defining features is its panoramic outlook across Ella's highlands. From the property, guests can look out over rolling tea plantations and watch trains cross the iconic Nine Arch Bridge, the brick-and-stone viaduct completed in 1919 that remains one of Sri Lanka's most recognisable landmarks.
Situated within Sri Lanka's central highlands, the hotel provides easy access to many of the region's best-known natural attractions. Little Adam's Peak can be reached on foot, while Ella Rock, Ravana Falls and the surrounding tea estates offer opportunities to explore the landscapes and traditions that have shaped this part of the island for generations.
Whether arriving via the celebrated rail journey from Kandy or along the winding mountain roads, Uga Ghiri is a peaceful base from which to discover the region's tea estates, waterfalls and mountain scenery, or simply take in the views across Ella's verdant hillsides.
