Meena Amma's Tea Experience
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Meena Amma's Tea Experience
Lower Ambewela Division, Badulla, Uva Province, 22216, Sri Lanka
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Property Description
Located in Ambewella, Meena Amma's Tea Experience is in the mountains, within a 15-minute drive of Hakgala Botanic Gardens and Sri Baktha Hanuman Kovil. This guesthouse is 7.1 mi (11.5 km) from Lake Gregory and 7.5 mi (12 km) from Moon Plains Viewpoint.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as a picnic area.
A complimentary local cuisine breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 2 guestrooms, featuring kitchens. Conveniences include desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
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10.0/10
Cleanliness10.0
Amenities10.0
Location10.0
Service10.0
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Surroundings
Train: Ambewela Railway Station
(4.7 km)
Train: Pattipola
(8.1 km)
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Double Room
1 double bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Terrace
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Double Room
1 double bed
Non-smoking
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10.0/10
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14 reviews
- Cleanliness10.0
- Amenities10.0
- Location10.0
- Service10.0
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Activities & Experiences: Unique activities like tea tastings, guided plantation hikes, and interactive cooking sessions were frequently highlighted. Guests appreciated the opportunity to learn about Sri Lankan traditions, cuisine, and the natural environment.
Guest User
September 17, 2025
Amazing experience. Meena and all the staff are super kind and this stay felt mostly heartwarming. Try to get there as early as you can, so that you can appreciate everything they have to offer (tea, plantation hikes, cooking classes). Highly recommended. Try to stay two days, you’ll learn real Sri Lankan cooking.
Guest User
August 17, 2025
Meena's place is a wonderful chance to experience Sri Lankan village life. We learned about the tea cultivation process but also really enjoyed cooking with Meena and learning how to make traditional food. Meena's kindness and patience was very much appreciated. The accommodation was also lovely. Falling asleep to the sound of the river was wonderful.
Guest User
August 3, 2025
We were greeted warmly by Meena as we arrived and instantly we knew this was going to be a great stay - and it was. Meena is a lovely, warm lady who cooks beautifully. This was soon apparent as we started tucking into her lovely dinner (on our day it was chicken curry with potato ten pot, green bean curry and dahl). Our accommodation was clean and roomy with excellent views. We would not hesitate to recommend Meena to any couple or family who are interested is an authentic and tasty Sri Lankan experience. NB: you will need a driver or a tuk tuk to take you there as it is a little off the beaten track.
Guest User
August 1, 2025
This is a unique and personal experience, completely different to the lodges and hotels you may encounter in your travels through Sri Lanka. The line rooms are remotely situated in a misty valley within the tea estates. The rooms are simple but well furnished and spotless. The homestay experience still made you feel pampered, with a Chef's Table in Meena Amma's wood fired kitchen. The food was outstanding. Fresh, exceptionally flavoursome and at the right spice level. Cannot recommend highly enough! Thank you!
Kate B
April 2, 2025
Incredible and unique experience. My mum and I stayed in Meena Ammas linehouse for one night prior to visiting Houghton Plains national park. Meena cooked us an authentic Sri Lankan dinner and was a great host. It was lovely to get an insight into an authentic village community. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Guest User
March 15, 2025
We chose Meena Amma's Tea Experience because we wanted to have a closer and more genuine experience with locals, and because we wanted an accommodation close to the hiking trails of the Hortons Plains. Meena was such an amazing host. She took care of us in the best way possible. She walked with us to show us the surroundings, explained to us useful tips on Sri Lankan cuisine, and cooked for us the best and most authentic meals we had in Sri Lanka. Although, we thought that her cooking was amazing, it was a little bit salty for our taste buds. Highly recommended accommodation in a strategic location close to Nuwara Eliya and Horton Plains. Just beware of the entrance road to the village is not asphalted!
Guest User
February 19, 2025
This was the most amazing experience for us all, it was very traditional and Authentic and Meena Amma’s food was absolutely delicious, we all loved it. We would highly recommend anyone to go! Thank you Meena Amma for welcoming us into your home. 🙏🏻
Guest User
December 1, 2024
Meena amma gave us the most homeliest experience we’ve ever had. We chatted for hours and she cooked the yummiest food we’ve tasted all while entertaining us with the stories of the line houses. Would recommend to anyone who’s looking for a unique experience up in the hills.
Services & Amenities
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Public parking
Free
24-hour front desk
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Parking
Public (not only for guests) is available Off-site parking. Reservation needed.
Public parking
Free
Front desk services
24-hour front desk
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 15:00–20:00
Check-out: 07:00–13:00
Front desk hours: 24/7
Child policies
Children aged 10 and above are welcome at this hotel.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cribs and Extra Beds
For all room types, cribs and extra beds cannot be added.
Breakfast
Breakfast not provided.
Pets
Pets are not allowed
Age Requirements
The guest checking in must be between 18–75 years old.
Paying at the hotel
- Cash
Property host
staff Hotel
Speaks English
About this property
Located in Ambewella, Meena Amma's Tea Experience is in the mountains, within a 15-minute drive of Hakgala Botanic Gardens and Sri Baktha Hanuman Kovil. This guesthouse is 7.1 mi (11.5 km) from Lake Gregory and 7.5 mi (12 km) from Moon Plains Viewpoint.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as a picnic area.
A complimentary local cuisine breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 2 guestrooms, featuring kitchens. Conveniences include desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
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What are the check-in and check-out times at Meena Amma's Tea Experience?
Check-in time at Meena Amma's Tea Experience starts at 15:00-20:00, and check-out time is by 13:00.What are the check-in and check-out times at Meena Amma's Tea Experience?
Are pets allowed at Meena Amma's Tea Experience?
No, pets are not allowed at Meena Amma's Tea Experience.Are pets allowed at Meena Amma's Tea Experience?
Does Meena Amma's Tea Experience serve breakfast?
No, Meena Amma's Tea Experience does not provide breakfast. Does Meena Amma's Tea Experience serve breakfast?
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About This Property
| Nearest Train Station | Ambewela Railway Station |
|---|---|
| Distance to Train Station | 4.67KM |
| Average Price From | RUB5036 |
| Hotel Star Rating | 3 |