Picturesque and sunny Kandy is located in the heart of Sri Lanka, in the past it was its capital. Built in a ring of artificial lake, it is called the “capital of the hills”. Kandy hotels are widespread throughout the area, as the city is popular with tourists.
The Flame Tree Estate & Hotel
The five-star hotel is about 8 km from Karunagama Art Gallery and 9 km from Nelligala International Buddhist Centre. The hotel has a round-the-clock reception and currency exchange.
The Flame Tree Estate & Hotel offers several rooms of different price categories:
- luxury;
- double;
- single;
- domestic.
All rooms have a balcony and a seating area. Internet is available throughout the property. Sleep is not affected by unnecessary sounds: the hotel rooms are soundproofed. Some rooms offer beautiful views of the pool, mountains and garden.
Guests can swim in the outdoor pool or enjoy mountain views. It is also possible to visit the private baths or book a relaxing massage. The territory is well-groomed and landscaped. If you plan to go by car, there is a guarded parking.
A continental breakfast is served every morning at Flame Tree Estate & Hotel. At any time of the day, the restaurant serves international cuisine, there are always delicious dishes prepared with fresh and natural products. It is possible to organize a conference or banquet.
The hotel is also close to Kandy Railway Station. Katugastota Airport is a 20-minute drive away.
The Golden Crown Hotel
Surrounded by rice paddies and lush greenery, the 5-star Golden Crown Hotel is located in the Ampitia district of Kandy, a 10-minute drive from the famous Buddha Temple, the luxurious Golden Crown offers accommodation in the heart of Kandy.
The air-conditioned rooms feature a microwave, private balcony and cable TV with on-demand movies. A refrigerator, dishwasher and kitchenware are also provided. For added convenience, this hotel has climate control. Some rooms have a seating area. Featuring a shower, private bathrooms also come with a bidet, bathrobes, slippers and free toiletries.
The hotel has 3 restaurants:
- modern Irish restaurant Brix;
- cozy The long bar in the style of an Irish pub;
- Treats café serving breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea.
In the morning, a buffet breakfast is served in the hotel’s restaurant. During the day, you can visit any restaurant, where you will be offered a varied menu. And in the evening go to the bar located on the second floor next to the pool. Exotic drinks are served here. The bar offers panoramic views.
In your free time, you can spend time with health benefits in the sauna, Jacuzzi and hot tub. On-site fitness amenities include fitness classes and a gym. Young people will especially like a disco with a DJ. The first-class nightclub LAVO is located on the top floor.
On-site children facilities feature a playroom, children’s menus and board games.
Earl’s Regency Hotel
Earl’S Regency Hotel is a unique hotel with a conference room, swimming pool, wellness centre and views of the Mahaweli River. Renovated in 2013, the hotel guarantees guests a pleasant stay in Kandy, whether you are traveling for business or leisure. The hotel’s strategic location ensures that guests can quickly and easily reach many local points of interest.
Guests can choose from 60 rooms,all of which will make yourself at home in a cosy atmosphere. In addition to wooden floors, rooms have free Wi-Fi, an iron, an ironing board and a mini fridge. The air-conditioned rooms offer highland views. All rooms have a minibar, tea/coffee making facilities and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.
In the morning, a buffet breakfast is served in the hotel’s restaurant. Guests can dine at Far Paviliions Restaurant, which serves English cuisine. Restaurant Coffee Shop is open around the clock. There are also 2 bars where you can enjoy refreshing drinks.
Guests will benefit from an outdoor swimming pool, sauna and massage services. And table tennis, billiards and a sports ground will help you stay in shape. Day trips, as well as cycling and hiking tours, can be arranged upon request.
Fox Kandy by Fox Resorts
Hotels Fox Resorts offer a secluded holiday with breathtaking views and lush greenery, culinary evenings with the best dishes of regional cuisine, unsurpassed comfort and hospitality. These select boutique hotels are luxurious tropical areas where you can relax and rejuvenate in a tranquil environment.
Fox Kandy By Fox Resorts is a luxurious 5-star hotelwith 26 rooms. The hotel is 2.9 km from Buddha Temple Museum. Asgiri Maha Viharaya is less than 3 km away. Kaluvana Rajamaha Viharaya is within walking distance. Nearby attractions also include kandy Royal Botanic Gardens.
Offering mountain views, the rooms come with amenities such as a minibar, fridge and iron. They are also equipped with an electric kettle, coffee machine and all necessary utensils.
The gourmet restaurant serves local recipes. After a busy day, you can relax by the pool.
Elegant Hotel
Elegant Hotel is conveniently located in the romantic and cultural tourist area of Kandy. It offers everything you need to relax and take a break from the hustle and bustle of the day.
This 4-star hotel is located just 80 km from the airport. Equally exceptional is the easy access from the hotel to thousands of the city’s attractions, including the Helioja Hospital, the Temple of Ambakka.
The elegant hotel offers impeccable service and all the necessary amenities to satisfy travelers. The hotel provides round-the-clock room service, free Wi-Fi in all rooms, round-the-clock security, daily housekeeping and taxi service to guarantee guests maximum comfort. Elegant Hotel has 5 roomsthat are carefully decorated and tastefully furnished.
In addition to the wide range of entertainment services that the hotel offers, there will be many opportunities to have fun without leaving it. Elegant Hotel is the ideal place for travelers looking for charm, comfort and convenience in Chisinau.
Earl’s Regent Hotel
The 4-star hotel was opened in 2012. The modern and traditional rooms feature Wi-Fi, a private balcony and ironing facilities. They offer views of Kandy Lake. A choice of hypoallergenic or down pillows is provided, as well as a shower, hairdryer and bathrobes.
The hotel has a small restaurant serving international cuisine. It is 150 metres from the main building. You can enjoy a cozy evening in this Mix Bar and try exclusive cocktails, skillfully prepared by a mixologist. Or maybe you’re craving something softer in the form of a soothing aromatic tea or roasted coffee, perfect for conversations that go on until dawn. To your drink you can add sandwiches and snacks from a tastefully decorated menu. You can enjoy the relaxed atmosphere in the kandy restaurant. And relax in the luxurious setting of Regent and allow live music to take on new heights of relaxation and pleasure.
It features an outdoor pool and a wellness centre. A gym and spa treatments are available at an additional cost.
Lakewood Residence
Lakewood Residence is a 3-star hotel in Kandy that is within walking distance of Udawattakele Nature Reserve. The hotel offers 11 air-conditioned rooms, decorated with perfect comfort and style. Asgeri Maha Vihara Pirivena and Asgiriya Stadium are 1.1 km and 1.2 km away respectively. Nearby attractions include Candy Garrison, restaurants, a stadium and parks.
Rooms come with a sofa, a personal safe, a mini fridge and a private bathroom. For convenience, the hotel also has an electric kettle, dishwasher and coffee machine.
The restaurant serves a continental breakfast with local dishes depending on the season. It features a swimming pool.
Cinnamon Citadel Kandy
Cinnamon Citadel Kandy is located on the banks of the Mahaweli River, the longest in Sri Lanka. Despite the territory occupied by the hotel (so vast that nothing reminds of the city, and before your eyes only an idyllic view of the river, gardens and forests that stretch in the distance), there are only 117 rooms.
The hotel consists of 93 apartments located in three wings, and 24 luxury rooms located in a new building. Space is generally one of the main local advantages, which is immediately paid attention to. Even to move from one building to another or go down to the pool, you need to go through several wide corridors covered with soft red carpets. Hotels of this network have an unusual feature – invariably a delicate aroma of cinnamon.
The rooms (especially suites) are very spacious, and there is nothing superfluous in them: a huge bed, a coffee table, a comfortable wardrobe with elegant wooden paneling, an impeccable sofa, an armchair, a balcony overlooking the sea, river or garden. Also, the room (as well as all interiors) is furnished in such a way that the wood here is in perfect harmony with the stone floor, modern design with good conciseness, warm white color with elements of red decor inherited from monarchical times.
According to legend, the hotel is located in a place that was once chosen by one of the royal ministers for his property. The king himself stopped here every time he sailed down the river. However, the above-mentioned luxury does not prevent the hotel staff from making beds before going to bed, leaving postcards with wishes for a sound night’s sleep and fulfilling all sorts of requests of guests.
Santani Resort & Spa
Santani Luxury Boutique Hotel is located in the interior of Sri Lanka, northeast of Kandy (approximately 32 km), on the hill of a former tea plantation overlooking rice paddies and mountain scenery.
The hotel impresses with its minimalist design, for which it has already received several awards, and an impressive panorama. The calm and natural environment creates an atmosphere of deep relaxation. The concept of eco-friendly hotels is fully respected.
Rooms are free of air conditioning and no TV. Digital Detox is implemented in such a way that Wi-Fi connection is only available in rooms upon request. And the construction of natural recycled wood provides cooler rooms.
The restaurant offers an individual menu for each lunch, which is discussed in advance personally with the chef. Everyone who has booked a wellness package will receive meals and body care procedures, taking into account the characteristics of the body, free of charge. Wellness cuisine with an emphasis on low-carb menu, raw food, detox, vegetarian cuisine on request.
There is a three-storey spa with a hydrotherapy area (sauna, steam room, salt room). Wellness packages with an emphasis on yoga, detox, weight loss and anti-stress are offered. The purpose of the programs is to harmonize the body and mind and give valuable advice about the characteristics of the body.
Madulkelle Tea and Eco Lodge
This resort is located in the green hills next to the Madulkel Tea Plantation. It offers rooms with a terrace, a seating area and a private bathroom with constant hot and cold water. Wired internet access is available.
Madulkelle Tea and Eco Lodge’s serene atmosphere is ideal for a relaxing holiday away from the hustle and bustle of the city. The hotel is a 15-minute walk from Hatale Waterfall and a 40-minute drive from Knuckles, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Guests can sunbathe or take a dip in the outdoor pool. The friendly staff at Eco Lodge can arrange a picnic by the fire or a visit to the tea factory. Guests can also go hiking or day trips.
The restaurant serves a wide range of dishes prepared with organic vegetables grown in its own garden. The hotel is 30 km from Kandy and 140 km from Colombo. Colombo International Airport is a 4-hour drive away.
In Kandy, there is a wide range of hotels for every taste and budget: there are cheaper and more expensive housing options. Compared to the capital Colombo, living here is much more pleasant. Original and old hotels are located around the lake in the city center, you can choose a hotel in the mountains outside the city or by the river.
Selection of hotels Kandy on map
