Uga Ghiri to open in JulyHill Country, Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka’s Hill Country is about to get a serious upgrade in the “sit back and pretend your life is always this scenic” department. Enter Uga Ghiri, the newest Uga Resorts retreat, set to open in July 2026 in Ella. Perched on 10 acres of terraced hillside, the boutique property gives panoramic views of tea-draped valleys, distant peaks, and the iconic Nine Arch Bridge where you can watch trains chug along (wholesome AF).

The estate’s main house is a restored manor that somehow balances century-old charm with modern luxury, while 15 standalone villas each come with floor-to-ceiling windows, private jacuzzis, and design details that’ll have you calling an interior decorator asap.

Spa time is also serious business here. Uga Ghiri pairs Balinese wellness traditions with highland calm in two treatment rooms overlooking Ella’s peaks. Plus there’s a sauna, steam room, and that glorious feeling of staring at clouds while someone rubs your shoulders. In other words, it’s heaven.

Foodies and culture buffs won’t be left behind either. Guests can roll up their sleeves for Sri Lankan cooking classes, artisanal tea experiences, or guided tastings of Ceylon arrack. Adventurous types can hop on a bike along the Namunukula Ridge or join Rewild the Hills, a conservation-focused walk that makes biodiversity feel like the ultimate Instagram backdrop.

Nightly rates start from AU$1,795 AU which, considering the scenery and the jacuzzis might just feel like a bargain (sorta).