Discover Aadya Tea Bungalows
Where Reflection Finds Grace
Through Vistas of the Tea Country
Aadya is an expression of personalised hill country living, set within a rehabilitated 200-acre tea estate. Private bungalows, intuitive “Appu” service, and a rare private golf course create a sanctuary of quiet refinement.
Conceived to redefine luxury in the hills, Aadya offers spaces of serenity, authenticity, and deeply personal experiences, crafted to inspire, connect, and elevate the soul.
This is a serene, expansive retreat where heritage tea traditions meet the elegance of contemporary private living. Surrounded by rolling green hills and a 9-hole private golf course bordering the Sri Pada Peak Wilderness Reserve, every moment is shaped by a sense of home and the timeless warmth of Sri Lankan hospitality.
Your Gateway to Peace and Wellbeing
- A private gated community estate with three waterfalls, hiking trails, tennis courts, kayaking, putting greens, and a range of curated experiences
- Set within a 200-acre tea estate, one of Sri Lanka’s largest private tea rehabilitation projects
- Fully standalone private bungalows, each with expansive verandas and living spaces, ensuring complete seclusion
- Dedicated Appu service, inspired by the traditions of Sri Lankan butlers, offering intuitive and personalised care
- An exclusive nine-hole golf course bordering the Sri Pada Peak Wilderness Reserve
A Private Stay Meant to Be Shared with Loved Ones
At Aadya, experiences are quiet invitations to discover the rhythms of tea country, from leisurely rounds of golf and guided estate walks to curated tea tastings, wellness rituals, and nature trails.
Return to the privacy of your own three- or four-bedroom bungalow, where expansive living spaces, verandas, and private gardens create a sense of effortless seclusion. With dedicated ‘Appu’ service and generous room to gather, each residence is designed for meaningful time with loved ones, whether on your honeymoon with your significant other, with family or even friends, in a setting unlike any other seen in Sri Lanka.
Considered Privileges for Unhurried Stays
Thoughtfully Curated, Personally Led
At Aadya Tea Bungalows by AAHAASA, experiences are shaped by pace, place, and presence. Set within a living tea estate in Sri Lanka’s hill country, Aadya invites guests to engage deeply, or simply be.
Within the estate, days unfold gently through tea rituals, guided nature walks, and quiet moments by the bonfire overlooking the golf course and the Sri Pada Peak Wilderness Reserve. From tennis and leisurely rounds of golf to kayaking, hiking, and waterfall explorations across the estate’s three private cascades, each experience is unhurried and immersive. Shared meals become lingering conversations, shaped by time and setting.
Beyond the estate, the surrounding hill country reveals its richness, from the landscapes of Hatton and the still waters of Castlereagh Reservoir to the sacred ascent of Sri Pada and private visits to working tea factories in Norwood. Each journey is thoughtfully curated, offering an authentic connection to place without haste.
Celebrate Love Amid the Timeless Grace of Sri Lanka’s Tea Country
At Aadya Tea Bungalows, love finds its place in the stillness of Sri Lanka’s hill country. Set within a private tea estate near Hatton, this is the most secluded romantic hotel in Sri Lanka, inviting couples into a world of misty mornings, golden sunsets, and quiet, shared moments.
Here, heritage and nature intertwine with understated luxury, creating a deeply intimate setting, one that lingers long after the journey ends.
A Curated Approach to Every Occasion
Celebrate life’s most meaningful moments at Aadya, an intimate setting for destination weddings, honeymoons, anniversaries, private gatherings, and incentive retreats.
Set amidst the sweeping beauty of Sri Lanka’s hill country, the estate is also available for exclusive buyouts, offering a rare sense of privacy for wellness retreats, corporate incentives, and gatherings of family and friends.
Each occasion is thoughtfully curated, blending breathtaking landscapes, refined spaces, and the warmth of Sri Lankan hospitality, with every detail tailored to feel personal, effortless, and enduring.
Giving Life Back to Land, People, and Purpose
At Aadya, sustainability is quietly woven into the fabric of every experience. It is not defined by programs, but by a deeper sense of responsibility.
Through Aayusha, the CSR and sustainability initiative of the AAHAASA Collection, we work to regenerate land, support livelihoods, and foster dignity, restoring balance where it has been lost. Guided by the principles of conscious, experiential and regenerative travel, our vision is to create a more meaningful and enduring connection between people, place, and purpose.
Estate Dining, Thoughtfully Inclusive
Dining at Aadya Tea Bungalows by AAHAASA is not structured around menus and venues alone, it is shaped by rhythm, generosity, and the quiet pleasures of tea country living, offering a truly tea inspired dining experience.
Dining unfolds with quiet elegance, from signature tea-infused five-course Aahaara journeys and refined High Tea to sundown rituals and relaxed Clubhouse fare. Evenings are marked by Aaloka, an open-air dining experience by the bonfire at dusk, alongside the option of private in-bungalow or garden dining, all deeply rooted in the essence of Sri Lanka’s tea estate life.
Getting to the Resort
- 4.5 hrs from Bandaranaike International Airport (120 km) by car
- 30–45 min via helicopter or seaplane transfer
- 1 hr 20 min from Hatton town and Hatton Railway Station
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Frequently Asked Questions
Find quick answers about bookings, stays, experiences, and more to help you plan your perfect getaway.
Can I enjoy wellness experiences at Aadya?
Yes. At Aadya, wellness is approached holistically, with experiences designed to restore mind, body, and soul. Guests may enjoy curated Spa rituals with Ayurveda or botanical (estate tea & flowers) inspired treatments. We also have Wellness Retreat Programs including 2 hours of treatments per day, doctors consultations, yoga, meditation, and gourmet wellness cuisine.
Does Aadya have a swimming pool?
Yes. Guests have access to a heated swimming pool at Highfield House, the Clubhouse.
What type of accommodation is available?
Aadya offers exclusively private three- and four-bedroom bungalows. Each residence is reserved in its entirety for a single booking, ensuring complete privacy, generous living space, and an intimate stay with ‘Appu’ (Butler) service.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. We also provide in-bungalow check-in and check-out. Early arrivals or late departures may be arranged subject to availability.
What dining options are available on the estate?
Dining at Aadya is centred around Highfield House, the estate’s Clubhouse, where meals unfold throughout the day. Guests may also enjoy Aahaana Bar, as well as signature experiences such as Aaloka, an open-air bonfire dining experience, and Aahaara, a curated tea-infused culinary journey often set within the Organic Vegetable Garden. In-bungalow dining is also available.