Where mountain views and famed landmarks beckon

One of the best places to stay in Ella, Sri Lanka, Uga Ghiri is perched on the edge of a plateau in the central highlands, over 3600 feet above sea level. Encircled by towering peaks that protect like forest-clad sentinels, we share 11 acres of terraced hillside offering incredible, panoramic views of the surrounding tea plantations, the mountains beyond, and the iconic Nine Arch Bridge crossing the valley far below.

Ella – the much-loved star of Sri Lanka’s hills, is around 230km from the Bandaranaike International Airport, and about 200km from Colombo. Travelling by road is long and winding, but breathtakingly beautiful, taking around 5 to 6 hours. Or you can opt for a train journey renowned as one of the most beautiful in the world.