this is a lovely colonial-style period property turned in to a small hotel, it used to belong to the prime-minister. our room was large and very comfortable with four-poster bed and original antique furniture. outside there is a nice garden area. no swimming pool or leisure facilities but there was a nice traditional snooker room used for free. great breakfast at good price (we chose the a-la-carte). very friendly staff. it's a short drive to the nearest town called nuwara-eliya. beautiful views of the countryside. no traffic noise outside, we got a good rest. well-worth the price

the bath tub could be upgraded (we used the shower instead and that was fine)

It was a memotable expereince since we turn to the accessway to the hotel. We were met by a very freindly and cheerful gentlemen (I guess his name is Michael) as we parked our car. He helped us with our bags and escprted us to the reception. Hot towel and warm welcome drink (guess it was green tea) were served. Checking process went super past and we were given the rooms in very quick time. Suits we booked lived up to expectations. They were spacious and furnished with antique furniture. Bathroom had a covered shower cubile and a spa bathtub. Supply of hot water did not dry out as in case of many other properties we stayed during our previous visits. Team led by Sudhaeshan were excellent hosts and attended to all our needs kindly and professionaly. Sisira did and excellent job at the dining room and was very tollerent and accomodative with our kids. Regret not remembering the name of young gentlemen work alongside Sisira at the meal room. Food; made to order was fresh, deliciuos abd filling. Chef deserves a very big thank you.

I could have preffered a softer mattress and larger TV in the room. SPA Bath too need more attention and upkeep. Door locks can be made easier to operate.

We arrived late at this hotel and were warmly greeted by staff who spoke little English. A few things got lost in translation but we got there in the end. The whole hotel was like stepping back in time, the rooms, the dining room, fine china service at breakfast. The Firs was definately good value for money when we saw the view over Nuwara Eliya and met wild ponies out the front. The Firs is old fashion with a sort of "Faulty Towers" feel about it but I would stay here again.

The hotel could do with a refurbishment soon. The bathroom ceiling had quite a lot of mold which was disturbing. Our room had no storage at all.

A very quality stay. The place is a former holiday house of Sri Lanka‘s (independent) first PM. It‘s a good, sturdy house whose architecture is influenced by that of England (a common thing in Nuwara Eliya in general). Our room was spacious, had a very nice view on (I reckon) their garden. Or, some plantation. Anyway, it was green and beautiful and moody (because it‘s raining pretty much non-stop in Nuwara Eliya). Bathroom was big and clean and with hot water. There was a bathtub beside the shower but we didn‘t give it a try. It felt like we were the only visitors and the guys were cooking just for us. Kind of a private chef experience. Food was good. However, don‘t take their Full English Breakfast option — it was mediocre at best. Their Indian and Lankan options are 10x better.

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It is a small property with some 5 rooms and I think they can accommodate approx 14-15 people at the same time. We received a very warm and friendly welcome. We had a wonderful room with all amenities we could wish. Since it can be cold at night we even had an electric heater in the room. We decided to have dinner in the hotel which we enjoyed very much. Service by the staff is commendable. Also the breakfast the next morning was fantastic, with freshly squeezed juice, fresh fruit platter, pancakes with butter, jam and marmelade and eggs any style one desires, plus of course coffee or tea. The management was very helpful in arranging a chauffeured car to take us from Nuwara Eliya to Tangalle on the south coast. From the hotel we walked all around the near-by Gregory Lake. We enjoyed the view from the hotel over the surrounding area. We can definitely recommend this hotel to anyone who enjoys a stay in "style".

Can't really think of anything as also the WiFi worked very well at this property contrary to many other places we stayed.

The Fris, with its rich heritage as a British property, exudes a charm that perfectly complements the scenic beauty of Nuwara Eliya. The attention to detail in preserving the historical aspects of the property is truly commendable. Walking through the corridors felt like taking a step back in time, and I could sense the echoes of its colonial past. The culinary experience at The Fris was nothing short of extraordinary. The blend of traditional Sri Lankan flavors with a modern twist showcased the culinary expertise of the chefs. Each meal was a delightful journey through the diverse and vibrant Sri Lankan cuisine. The dedication to using local ingredients added an authentic touch to every dish, making it a memorable gastronomic adventure.

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The Room was very comfortable. We were welcomed with a cup of tea by the managed Yash... He guided us on how to reach the property. Food was delicious, the best we have had in Lanka past 2 weeks. From American breakfast, lunch and dinner too. In the evening I was given training to play billiards by the friendly hosts Sudarshan and Yash. The room was spacious, comfortable bed, a heater which kept the room warmer. It has a good bathroom with a spa bath tub. Just stayed for a day but it was a 5 star treatment and we enjoyed our stay there. Yash was helpful in advising things to do in Nuwara Eliya and he could arrange local trips and site seeing around.

We had evening meals and breakfast and we were very happy as we didn’t have to leave the property. The weather was very wet and windy and the roads were not what we were used to ie lots of pot holes as a couple of roads were closed due to trees falling on them.

Had an issue with the door not being very secure, We enjoyed our stay : welcoming was lovely; We played pool each night. Staff were friendly and helpful.

Location, Rooms, comfortable and peaceful stay. The staff was good and they never denied us anything. We loved the stay and will visit it again in the future, maybe with a bigger group.

We asked for dinner and breakfast but they said their cook was not there, Although the manager apologised for the same. Toiletries could have been better.

Very quaint with some old English charm. Lovely old house steeped in history. A nice cup of refreshing lemon tea on arrival. Very polite staff. Comfy bed. Decent shower and breakfast. Very quiet so got a great nights sleep

Not much. Couldn’t open our window. Could’ve done with a lick of paint here and there