Forest Cyniciam Homestay

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Scored 9.7
Rated exceptional

Staff

10

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodation: Forest Cyniciam Homestay in Ohiya offers family rooms with private bathrooms. Each room features a shower, washing machine, and garden or mountain views. Convenient Facilities: Guests can enjoy a dining area, seating space, and a dining table. Additional amenities include slippers, a sofa, and a private entrance. Local Attractions: Ohiya Railway Station is a 7-minute walk away. Nearby attractions include Horton Plains National Park (12 km), Gregory Lake (39 km), and Demodara Nine Arch Bridge (40 km). Accessibility: Castlereigh Reservoir Seaplane Base is 82 km from the homestay.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

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2 double beds
1 double bed
1 single bed
1 double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Sylvie
Italy Italy
“Staying here was a wonderful experience. The family running the place is absolutely lovely, so kind and helpful. The lady prepared a delicious and generous dinner for us, and then breakfast the next morning. Her husband took us by tuk-tuk to the...”
Karunaraja
Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
“The lady who is managing the property is very kind and supportive. We got dinner from her and it was tasty. offered tea at FOC. Overall experience at this place is very good. Will definitely stay here again. Can view beautiful sunrise from their...”
Ewoud
Belgium Belgium
“Mahinda & Muthu were so welcoming to our group, they invited us in for some tea when we dropped our bags before discovering the area. The dinner was excellent and we had some very nice talks with them. They even surprised our group with a...”
Rushda
Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
“We had a really great time. Our hosts were some of the best people we've met, meals were great, the room was comfortable and clean. All round best experience.”
Kate
Australia Australia
“Our host family were so welcoming, the food was delicious and plentiful, we had piles of blankets for the cool weather, and the location was very convenient to hike in Horton Plains.”
Paul
Australia Australia
“I really enjoyed my stay at Forest Cyniciam Homestay. The family made me feel very welcome. It's in a great location, and the food they provided me with was fantastic. I highly recommend staying here 😊”
Sufia
India India
“The hosts were lovely and very welcoming. The location of the stay and the stay in itself is just so amazing. There wouldn’t be any network though but with a view like that… who cares! The homely meals served by Muthu aunty made us feel homely and...”
Corinna
Austria Austria
“Were surprised with pick up from the train station by neighbours tuk tuk. Accomodation is close train station. Very lovely hosts, offered fresh aggala and tea upon arrival. Cooked dinner for us on request, met some lovely travelers eating at the...”
Theresia
France France
“Family run, super friendly welcome. Large, light, warm, comfy room. Beautiful garden. We were treated to a delicious Srilankan dinner and breakfast. Just a tuk tuk ride away from the Horton Plains National Park, and World’s End trail head.”
Sarah
New Zealand New Zealand
“The nicest family will accommodate you. I got there quite late and they got up just to let me check in and even offered me some tea and dinner. Nice and clean room with comfortable beds and blankets. Close to the Hortons national park. They...”

Managed by Mahinda & Muthu

Company review score: 10Based on 297 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

I am a farmer from the local area I do vegetable cultivation and at the same time i started this guest house to show people how the village life is and also to support my family better.

Property information

Ohiya is a rural village located in Badulla District of Uva Province, Sri Lanka. It is situated 11kms from the Horton Plains National Park and only 30 minutes drive by car or Tuk Tuk. Ohiya is surrounded by natural forest reserve and is peaceful, quiet and beautiful village that has many interesting things to see and do. The picturesque Colombo -Badulla Railyway runs through Ohiya and is 1 1/2 hours travel time by train from Ella.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

House rules

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Check-in
From 11:30 to 22:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 04:00 to 11:00
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Forest Cyniciam Homestay in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.