How long should I stay?
How long should I stay?
As GlenMyu Estate has evolved, we have found that most guests find that they wish that they had stayed longer with us.
Recently, we have been receiving more bookings for four night stays.
I came to the conclusion some time ago that seasoned travellers see the benefit of staying at one place for at least three nights.
I can see that in future, more guests will opt for longer stays.
Here are my thoughts as to why.
Race around Sri Lanka on your first time here
A typical first holiday on this beautiful island consists of a race around the island to see all of the headline sights. You must climb the Lion Rock, visit Kandy and the Temple of the Tooth, take the train journey, see Nine Arch Bridge, safari in Yala and get a tan at the southern beaches.
I don’t think that there is anything wrong with this.
Most people think that this will be there one and only experience of Sri Lanka. The fact is that once you have been here once, you will want to come back again.
At GlenMyu Estate we come across many guests that are on their second, third and even twelfth time on the island!
There is so much more!
What people find is that there is so much more to experience on this small island.
Delving deeper on your following trips allows you to explore and get to understand the people and culture to a higher level.
A British thing
Being brought up in Britain has left me with being diplomatic and not pushy. I know that guest should stay longer and ought to tell them. Unfortunately, culturally, I find it really difficult to do.
I really don’t want guests to get the impression that we are just trying to make more money.
We are not naturally pushy people.
But, I know that a longer stay is the right thing.
I just hope that guests read our reviews on Google, Booking.com and Airbnb and see how many guests recommend a longer stay.
One night is not enough!
Although we are happy that guests get to experience GlenMyu Estate, one night is hardly enough.
So many guests really don’t enjoy unpacking for one night. Also, if you arrive late in the day, you won’t get the chance to enjoy the estate. You could spend a day at the estate alone, enjoying the pool, garden tour and the delicious meals we serve.
Why stay for three nights
Some time ago I came to the conclusion that seasoned travellers stay in each hotel for at least three nights.
There are lots of reasons
Unpacking your suitcase every night
I see so many guests getting frustrated by having to unpack one night and repack the following morning.
This is exhausting itself.
So much to see
If you research where you are staying and what to do in the surrounding area you will find that one night is not enough.
For example, within reach of GlenMyu Estate, there are several hiking trails, the tallest and second highest waterfalls, viewpoints, temples and small towns to explore.
Searching on TripAdviser or Google for things to do will provide you with lots of things you may be interested in visiting.
We have a ‘thing to do’ section on our website.
Spending time at the estate
Lots of our guests enjoy spending some time relaxing and exploring the five acre estate.
I love to see guests reading a book after enjoying a swim in the swimming pool.
Travellers need to combine exploring with relaxation during their vacation.
Garden Tours and Cookery Demonstrations
We offer a complimentary garden tour and cookery demonstration at GlenMyu Estate.
These are experiences that you can enjoy after going sightseeing in the morning.
How do I decide on how long I should stay?
Many of our guests contact us directly by WhatsApp to make their booking.
I always ask if they want any recommendations on what to see and do whilst they are here.
We know what previous guests like and are happy to share links to the fabulous sites and experiences to explore in the Sri Lankan Hill country.
We learn from our guests
Some of our guests have discover places that we didn’t know about. Typically these places would be lesser known and off the beaten path.
Recently some architects stayed with us at GlenMyu Estate. Fans of Sri Lanka’s famous architect Geoffrrey Bawa, they had arranged to visit a Bawa designed church near Bandarawela.
We were not aware of this place.
The architects were delighted to show us photos of the beautiful church on their return. It was stunning!
Subsequently, we have suggested to other guests to visit the church, especially if they have an interest in architecture..
Ask your hosts beforehand
So, we would recommend that you message your hosts and ask them. They really should be the experts in their local area and you might get to see something that is not on your list.
Stay at GlenMyu Estate to explore the Sri Lankan Hill Country
GlenMyu Estate is listed on Booking.com and Airbnb.
Contact us by the WhatsApp button on our website for direct booking rates.
Stay at GlenMyu Estate as you explore the Sri Lankan Hill Country
See sights like Horton Plains National Park is a unique experience.
We only have three bedrooms and you will need to book early during the peak holiday season.
The estate is usually within an hours drive of the major sightseeing locations such as Nine Arch Bridge, Ella Town, Upper Diyaluma Waterfall, Lipton’s Seat, Bambarakanda Waterfall and many more.
