Browns Hotels & Resorts has unveiled its latest destination, Newburgh Ella – The Tea Factory Resort, inviting travelers into an immersive escape where history, nature, and contemporary hospitality converge in Sri Lanka’s iconic hill country.

The resort breathes new life into a century-old tea factory dating back to 1903, transforming it into a distinctive retreat while honoring its industrial legacy. Original architectural elements and the estate’s storied past have been carefully preserved, creating an atmosphere that reflects both heritage and thoughtful reinvention.

The opening ceremony brought together industry leaders and invited guests, including Eksath Wijeratne, Chief Executive Officer of Browns Hotels & Resorts, Gangadaran Velsamy, General Manager of Newburgh Ella, along with senior representatives of Browns Hotels & Resorts. The celebration was enriched by elegant Bharatha and Kandyan dance performances, paying tribute to Sri Lanka’s vibrant cultural traditions.

Set against dramatic highland scenery, Newburgh Ella commands sweeping views of the Ella Gap, framed by the iconic Ella Rock and Little Adam’s Peak. The location offers guests a front-row seat to tea country’s most breathtaking landscapes, where cool mountain air, emerald slopes, and timeless rhythms of plantation life come together.

With Newburgh Ella – The Tea Factory Resort, Browns Hotels & Resorts continues its journey of crafting meaningful travel experiences that connect guests to place, story, and soul. This newest addition invites visitors to rediscover Ella through a lens of heritage, elevated comfort, and unforgettable moments shaped by the hills themselves.