Reviews of Blue Mountains View

Pradeep and his family are excellent hosts. Superb food, rooms are an incredible standard for the price and it was lovely to cool off in the swimming pool after a visit to the nearby cave temples (which are incredible). Pradeep also arranged a safari for us at the nearby Minneriya national park where we saw countless elephants up close. Nothing was too much trouble.

We loved the location and the beautiful surroundings, how quiet and peaceful it is. The pool was such a great bonus and was perfect to cool off. The staff were so warm and friendly and the food was some of the best we had on our trip; absolutely delicious and prepared with such care. Our room was really comfortable, big and very clean.

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Very friendly staff. Very nice pool. Rooms very good value for money

That we needed to pay the room om cash

The girl who explained everything was very helpful to make things comfortable

You must be aware of the fact that it’s difficult to get tuktuk or taxi as the accommodation is in the middle of nowhere. It’s fine but according to me overrated. We saw the towels been washed in the river but of course there s no many things available. We had our own driver/tourguide. He was very sad as he was not allowed no come out of the car or have a drink with us. The owners wife refused him on the property he told us afterwards. Probably because this accommodation wants to organize tours themselves.

This a beautiful place to stay. The family rooms are exceptional. New, modern, large and clean. The staff is very friendly and always willing to help you. The woman who is doing the daily management (forgot her name) is doing great. She also provides a daily educational tour through their gardens. The swimming pool is pleasant and the evening curry buffet tastes great. Taken together we highly recommend this place.

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Beautiful rooms and decor, loved the open bathroom. Also lovely tour of the village and pool, very quiet and peaceful

The rooms were beautiful, the food was home-cooked by the family and really delicious, the pool was in the middle of the jungle and the staff were extremely friendly and attentive, gave us little sunset and farm tour at which we learned so much about the life here in Sri Lanka and the culture

nothing, was perfect!

I loved everything. Pradeep greats you in the most warming way and really does his best to help you during and after your stay. We stayed for only one night, and he took us for a walk amongst the village and told us about village culture in Sri Lanka. The most real stay we had in Sri Lanka and we have recommended our friends this place as well. Amazing dinner!!!!

Predep is the kindest most generous host we have ever met! He welcomes you not only to the beautiful Dambulla area of Sri Lanka but also his village and family! The property is clean, comfortable and really beautifully maintained. A sunset walk through the fields, a farm tour and help to organise all your side trips such as temples, safari and connections to your next location. Nothing is ever too much trouble and he is always smiling! It was an absolute pleasure to stay here, only wish it was longer than 2 nights

The location is a 15 minutes drive from Dambulla. The surroundings are beautiful. The staff comes off as friendly.

- tourist trick. When arriving, almost the first thing that was said was that we booked a room without air-conditioning in the old building €36. (They have 2 rooms in the old building, and more rooms with ac in the new building). The picture of our booking was showed and they insisted on showing their other rooms. 3 different rooms were showed to us, wich price was €100 per night (price was mentioned after showing). Since the room we booked was with no AC, we questioned.if it wouldn't be too hot. The price got dropped to €75 without saying a word. Then when we still were thinking about the price, since it was too much for us, the price got dropped lower, and eventually it became €51. We decided to take the room, because of the airconditioning, since we had a bad experience in another accommodation without air-conditioning. Later we found out that 6 other couples booked the same room as we booked, while there are only 2 of these old rooms. 4 of the couples where showed the new rooms and told they would not have AC in the old room. 4 of us payed more than the price we originally booked, because we eventually ''choose" for the room with AC. ----> This is a trick get more money out of a booking. If we wouldn't have chosen the new rooms, other people would have slept in them for the same price as they old room since they only have 2 old rooms. Paying more for a room with AC is not the problem. The problem is not being honest and tricking tourist into paying more. It takes away the charme. Especially because of them talking about village people always want money from tourist and village people being honest. It was not the staff there fault, it is the owner who probably does this, who was also not at the accommodation while we were there.

We had an absolutely perfect stay. The traditional meals (lunches and dinners) prepared with care and attention by Charuki and Thilina were delicious and made with ingredients from their own organic farm. Pradeep introduced us to local life and customs, and made every move we made in the region easier. Unforgettable memories and a place we highly recommend to anyone wishing to experience the true heart of Sri Lanka — in every sense of the word.

Everything is perfect ! :)

What an incredible and inspiring place. It’s clear that this space was created by Pradeep and his family with vision and the purest of intentions — and you can truly feel it in every detail. From the farm to the food to their warm presence, everything radiates care and authenticity. We felt at home from the very first moment. Pradeep and his family have created a true paradise, nestled in the heart of nature. We’re deeply grateful to have spent a few days in such a special and nourishing environment. Thank you for sharing it with us. If you want to experience village life in a non-touristic environment, I truly recommend this place. The farm visit, the beautiful countryside walk, and the sunset stroll were all unforgettable. Here, you get to taste authentic rural life in its purest form.

Definitely the best place we stayed at in Sri Lanka. Pradeep and his family - his little daugther tia was so cute - were super welcoming and taught us a lot about the Sri Lankan culture, the farm life and much more. The sunset tour and the farm tour were a big bonus! The food was delicious, the pool was the perfect cool down after a hot day. Also a very big shout out to Deshani, who was super friendly and answered all our questions, always with the biggest smile - fell like talking to a friend! We are definitely coming back soon!

Everything was perfect.

Amazing location! First we thought we would be disappointed when we arrived by he very bumpy road, but obviously driver took the wrong road. The place is wonderful between rice fields and banana plantation on a family farm! The pool helped our kids to get activated and with little baby Tia everything was perfect for them too! Pradeep and his family made us feel as home and welcome, and gave us a very nice first impression of SriLanka! Thank you so much!

The pool area could benefit from some more sun chairs or beds as there were not enough for all the guest using the pool.

Pradeep and his family who runs the hotel are very genuine and friendly persons who do their best to make sure your stay with them are great. When we firs came Pradeep took us with him to watch the sunset from one of the fields nearby. He showed us around their farm and told us about the different trees and vegetables they grow. Breakfast and dinner are Sri lankan, very tasty and well prepared. Overall it's a place with a very family friendly atmosphere and for us it was a great place to start our Sri lankan adventure.

Some construction work was ongoing when we were there.

We had an incredible experience and learned a lot about true Sri Lankan culture . Excellent place in nature to disconnect. Pradeep gave us proudly a tour into his farm and explained the wonders of his herbs, plants, vegetables and fruits. A bit remote location but part of true village life.

It was remote, peaceful and quiet! Super beautiful location. The staff is really welcoming and helpful. They tell you all about their garden and what they grow, their culture and history!

Our days there were incredible. Pradeep, his family and the staff always took care of us, it was a warmhearted welcome. Helped us with activities, transport and anything needed. The different food and curries were delicious — all of them cooked by Pradeeps mother. Our rooms were clean. We stayed within the treehouse and the „newer“ rooms, which were really modern. Would absolutely recommend to stay here. It was such a pleasure for us!

As there are fruit plantations all around the accommodation, I would recommend to serve some fruits for the breakfast. But it’s just a small nice-to-have add-on. Everything was just perfect.

We spent four wonderful days here. Blue Mountains View is beautifully nestled in nature and blends harmoniously into the surroundings. The newly built rooms aren’t just nice in the photos – they’re even more beautiful in real life: cozy, tastefully furnished, and designed with great attention to detail. The dinner, cooked with ingredients from their own farm, is truly exceptional – and breakfast was just perfect for us every single morning. A real highlight is the farm itself – make sure to take a tour! In general: if you have any questions, you’ll be helped with kindness and care at any time. We really can’t understand the few negative reviews – they read as if the guests had never actually been here. We can wholeheartedly recommend Blue Mountains View – we had the most beautiful days of our trip here. Thank you! 🙏

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- Very friendly hotel owners/ staff! They are super helpful and help you organize everything for your day trips (safari, tuk tuks, etc.). They also like to chat with you and show you around, which makes you feel at home. They also are honest people (every price is said upfront). - very calm, as you are far from the craziness of Sigiriya/Dambula. - in the nature !! You can walk in the banana plants and palm trees.enjoy a nice view from some rooms (not from the pool/main area though) - nice food, everything home made with products from the garden. - overall very nice experience ! :)

- while the place is quite cheap (~35€/night, 7€/ meal), certain extras seem a bit expensive compared to country standards (3€/ can of soda/beer) - the place is still under construction. This is not a major issue as they do their possible to minimize impact but you can hear work from time to time. But I assume this is temporary!

Blue Mountains View is a hidden gem and a fantastic place to stay. It’s the perfect escape from all the noise and chaos – a place where you can truly relax and unwind. From the moment you arrive, you feel genuinely welcome. Pradeep, the owner, and everyone working there are incredibly hospitable. Nothing is too much to ask – anything is possible and everything is done with a smile. The food, lovingly prepared by Pradeep’s mother, is absolutely delicious – fresh, flavorful, and made with care. It’s one of the highlights of the stay. The rooms are spacious, beautifully designed, and spotlessly clean. They’re equipped with everything you need for a comfortable and restful stay. In short: Blue Mountains View is a place you simply can’t miss on your journey through Sri Lanka. Staying here is an experience you’ll carry with you long after your trip is over.

Pradeep is the best host you can imagine. He teaches us more in 24 hours than we could learn in school. He takes us on a tour through his village and farm. He let us taste so many tasty fruits. His mother cooked a delicious diner for us, all with organic vegetables! The swimming pool is super, we enjoyed it in the evening. Don’t search longer; this is the best experience you will get in Sri Lanka. So pure being with the locals in a small village. Pradeep we love you and your beautiful family 🥰

Niets

We arrived to this accomodation after really long and difficult day and we were told there is no eletricity for the moment. Firstly we were surprised but in the end it was great as we spend long time chating with the owner and other staff by the candle and it turned really nice. We had probably the best room which was amazing. We also enjoyed pool and surrounding is beautiful.

Awesome host but unfortunately pack your dinner you may not get much options for dinner no milk they may have milk powder

Awesome host but unfortunately pack your dinner you may not get much options for dinner no milk they may have milk powder