The Best Five
Star Hotels in Kandy

Luxury Hotel. Situated in Kandy, 2.8 km from Ceylon Tea Museum, W15 Hanthana Estate Kandy features accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers a shared lounge and room service. The accommodation provides evening entertainment and a 24-hour front desk. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a bidet. At W15 Hanthana Estate Kandy the rooms come with bed linen and towels. Breakfast is available each morning, and includes continental, Full English/Irish and American options. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving Seafood, Asian and international cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and halal options can also be requested. W15 Hanthana Estate Kandy offers a barbecue. You can play tennis at the hotel, and the area is popular for hiking and cycling. W15 Hanthana Estate Kandy provides an ironing service, as well as business facilities like fax and photocopying. Bogambara Stadium is 6.6 km from the accommodation, while Kandy railway station is 7 km from the property. Show full description

Luxury Hotel. Opened February 2023. Attractively situated in Kandy, Grand Serendib Hotel features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, free private parking and room service. Each accommodation at the 5-star hotel has city views, and guests can enjoy access to an outdoor swimming pool and to a terrace. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service for guests. The rooms at the hotel are fitted with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a bidet, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Grand Serendib Hotel provides some rooms with pool views, and every room is equipped with a balcony. At the accommodation rooms have bed linen and towels. At Grand Serendib Hotel you will find a restaurant serving American, Chinese and British cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and halal options can also be requested. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Sri Dalada Maligawa, Kandy Museum and Kandy View Point. Show full description

Boutique hotel. Relaxing atmosphere. Great location. Popular among couples. Santani Wellness Kandy, having opened in 2016 has received a number of international accolades highlighting the level of service, the cuisine and the spa. Located in the mountains of Sri Lanka, 1.5 hours from the Kandy city, the resort is on a former tea estate surrounded by paddy fields. This 48 acre unique property opens out to the Hunnasgiriya Mountain range, and the Knuckles Mountain Range, a Unesco world heritage side. All rooms have a glass wall that provides unhindered views of the lush vegetation surrounding the area. Free Wi-Fi is also offered at the resort. Each meal at Santani is an experience, and with no printed menus, the chefs propose a menu to each guest based on the dietary preferences and utilizing the fresh organic vegetables grown on site. All room categories are available on a full-board basis. The property has a world-class 6000 sq ft spa with a thermal saltwater pool, sauna, steamroom treatments as well as morning and evening yoga sessions. A number of wellness packages can be added on separately for guests staying 5 nights and above, and these include detox, weight loss and more. Spa access and Hatha yoga is provided free of charge. A number of excursions including river walks, tea factory visits, tea estate walks and more can be arranged on request. Show full description

Boutique hotel. Delightful property. Superb breakfast. Popular among couples. Featuring free WiFi and a year-round outdoor pool, Kings Pavilion offers accommodation in Kandy. The hotel has a barbecue and sun terrace, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. Free private parking is available on site. Every room is equipped with a flat-screen TV. Some units feature a seating area where you can relax. Enjoy a cup of tea while looking out at the mountain or pool. The rooms include a private bathroom. Extras include slippers and free toiletries. Bike hire and car hire are available at this hotel and the area is popular for cycling. Bogambara Stadium is 1.4 km from Kings Pavilion, while Kandy City Center Shopping Mall is 1.5 km away. Bandaranaike International Airport is 82 km from the property. Show full description

Resort. Unique. Great views. Popular among couples. Located amidst rolling green hills and the Madulkelle Tea Estate, this property offers tents with a terrace, a seating area, and en suite bathroom with hot/cold water. Wired internet access is available. The peaceful Madulkelle Tea and Eco Lodge offers a retreat away from the city. It is just a 15-minute walk to Hatale Waterfalls and a 40-minute drive to Knuckles Mountain Range, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Guests can soak up the sun or take a dip at the outdoor pool. The friendly staff at this Eco Lodge can organise a campfire or a visit to the tea factory. Trekking and day trips can also be arranged. A restaurant is available serving a variety of dishes with organic vegetables, straight from their own garden. The property is 30 km to Kandy Town and 140 km to Colombo City. Colombo International Airport is a 4-hour drive away. Show full description

Luxury Hotel. Luxurious. Great value. The Golden Crown Hotel is a 5-star hotel located in Ampitya, Kandy, Srilanka. Set amidst lush paddy fields surrounded by lush greens, the property is just 10-minute drive away from the famous Temple of the Tooth Relic. Every room at this hotel is air conditioned and comes with a flat-screen satellite TV. Some rooms have a seating area for your convenience. You will find a kettle and minibar in the room. Each room is equipped with a private bathroom with a bidet and shower, with bathrobes, slippers and free toiletries provided. Property features a swimming pool along with the INFINITY pool bar on the 2nd floor with a picturesque view where the guests can relax sipping an exotic drink from our swim-up bar. The property offers three restaurants: BRIX, a contemporary Irish type restaurant; THE LONG BAR, a welcoming venue resembling an Irish Pub; and TREATS, for breakfast, lunch or late night snack. Situated on the top floor is LAVO, an upscale night club. Refreshing workouts can be enjoyed at the fitness centre. The spa offers a range of treatments. Complimentary parking is available on site. Sri Dalada Maligawa is 2.6 km from The Golden Crown Hotel, while Kandy Museum is 2.6 km away. Bandaranaike International Airport is 86 km from the property. Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage (1 hr and 26 min), Embekka Dewalaya (18.3 Km /48 min) , Pallekelle International Cricket Stadium(27Min/14.2Km), British Garrison Cemetery (2.7km), Horton Plains National Park (3hr 55 min ), Sri Lankathilake Rajamaha Viharaya (47.3min/18.4km), Royal Palace Park (8min.3.5km) , Udawatta Sanctuary(5.4km), Sigiriya (2hr 40 min)& Dambulla (2hr 8min), Distance to Ella (3hr 25min). Show full description

Boutique hotel. Charming. Great views. Simpson's Forest Hotel has free bikes, outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre and garden in Kandy. Boasting room service, this property also provides guests with a terrace. You can play billiards at this 5-star hotel, and the area is popular for hiking and cycling. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property. All guest rooms at the hotel feature air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, DVD player, and a private bathroom with a bidet, free toiletries and a hairdryer. All rooms include a kettle, while certain rooms also offer a kitchen with a fridge, an oven and a microwave. All rooms have a desk. At Simpson's Forest Hotel you will find a restaurant serving American, Chinese and Asian cuisine. Dairy-free, halal and gluten-free options can also be requested. The accommodation offers a children's playground. Kandy City Center Shopping Mall is 13 km from Simpson's Forest Hotel, while Sri Dalada Maligawa is 13 km from the property. Show full description

Luxury Hotel. Newly opened, December 2023. Conveniently situated in Kandy, The Trees, Kandy provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, free private parking and room service. With an outdoor swimming pool, the property also features a terrace, as well as a restaurant. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service for guests. At the hotel, each room is equipped with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. The Trees, Kandy offers certain rooms with city views, and the rooms are fitted with a balcony. Guest rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. Breakfast is available daily, and includes buffet, à la carte and continental options. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Bogambara Stadium, Kandy railway station and Kandy City Center Shopping Mall. Show full description

Luxury Hotel. Great breakfast. Earl's Regency Hotel is a luxurious 5-star hotel located a 5 km from Kandy Railway Station. It offers spacious accommodation with a spa, an outdoor pool and free parking. Free Wi-Fi is available in the main lobby and Mount Batten Lounge & Spice Bar. Air-conditioned guestrooms offer views of the surrounding mountainous countryside. Each room is equipped with a minibar, tea/coffee making facilities and a TV with satellite channels. The hotel’s spa offers a range of massage treatments, and has both wet and dry sauna. Day trips and activities such as cycling and trekking can be arranged upon request. Far Pavilion Restaurant offers a buffet spread of eastern and western dishes. Coffee Shop Restaurant is open 24-hours. There are also 2 other bars offering refreshing beverages. Kandy Temple of the Tooth Relic of Lord Buddha, which overlooks Kandy Lake, is a 15-minute drive away. Peradeniya Botanical Gardens is a 10-minute drive from Hotel Earl’s Regency. Show full description

Boutique hotel. Charming. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. Set in Kandy, 17 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens, The Flame Tree Estate & Hotel offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. With a terrace, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. Staff on site can arrange airport transfers. At the hotel, each room includes a wardrobe. All rooms are fitted with a safety deposit box, while some rooms also feature a balcony and others also feature mountain views. At The Flame Tree Estate & Hotel the rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. An à la carte, continental or Full English/Irish breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving Asian, international and European cuisine. Vegetarian and dairy-free options can also be requested. Kandy City Center Shopping Mall is 18 km from The Flame Tree Estate & Hotel, while Sri Dalada Maligawa is 18 km from the property. Show full description

Resort. Historic. Great location. Located in Kandy, Amaya Hills, a leading 5-star hotel in Kandy, offers a hillside retreat overlooking the Heerassagala forest. Known as one of the best luxury hotels in Kandy, this hotel features traditional Sri Lankan architecture, an outdoor pool, a spa and a restaurant. This Kandy hotel also offers air-conditioned rooms, including private balconies with mountain or valley views. Each room at Amaya Hills Kandy is fitted with a flat-screen TV and tea/coffee making facilities. The attached bathroom has a bathtub and shower. A large breakfast buffet is served at Rasawasala, one of the best restaurants in Kandy. Local and international dishes are offered along with indoor and outdoor seating making Dining at Amaya Hills Sri Lanka an absolute pleasure. Drinks are available at the Tea Room and Dumbara Bar. Amaya Hills is 7 km from the heart of Kandy. Sri Lanka Airport is 117 km away. Show full description

Luxury Hotel. Situated along the banks of Mahaweli River, Mahaweli Reach Hotel offers 5-star accommodation with rolling mountains as a backdrop. It features a large outdoor pool, luxury Ayurveda spa and fitness facilities. Featuring private balconies, air-conditioned rooms open out to stunning views of tropical greenery. They are fitted with classic wood furnishings and flooring as well as cable TV. Guests can enjoy relaxing Ayurvedic massages after active workouts at the tennis courts. The hotel also provides bicycle rental, water sports and business facilities. Hearty meals featuring Sri Lankan specialities are served at the restaurant, which also features live entertainment. Hotel Mahaweli Reach is a 30-minute drive from Victoria Golf Course and about 3 hours’ drive from Colombo International Airport. Show full description

Resort. Featuring an outdoor swimming pool and meeting/banquet facilities, Hotel Tree of Life is nestled away amidst lush greenery. Guests can enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi access available at all public areas. Located 14 km away from Kandy Town, the property is also 12 km from Peradeniya Botanical Garden. Bandaranaike International Airport is a 3-hour drive away. Featuring a private balcony, air-conditioned rooms are fitted with a TV, a personal safe and ironing facilities. The en suite bathroom includes a bathtub or shower and free toiletries. Tree of Life Hotel offers a beautiful private garden and a 24-hour reception which can assist with laundry services and room service. Airport shuttle services are available at a surcharge. Guests can also dine at the in-house restaurant which will serve an assortment of local and international cuisines. Show full description

Boutique hotel. Historic property. Great interior design. Located in Kandy, 7.9 km from Bogambara Stadium, The Kandy House provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden. With a terrace, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. Guests can enjoy a drink at the bar or a meal in the restaurant. At the hotel, each room is equipped with a desk. Every room has a safety deposit box, while selected rooms come with a patio. At The Kandy House each room has bed linen and towels. The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at the accommodation. Kandy City Center Shopping Mall is 8 km from The Kandy House, while Kandy railway station is 8.1 km away. Show full description

Luxury Hotel. Relaxing atmosphere. Set in Kandy, 14 km from Bogambara Stadium, Jetwing Kandy Gallery offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden. Each accommodation at the 5-star hotel has mountain views, and guests can enjoy access to a terrace and to a bar. The accommodation provides room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. The units come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a minibar, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. At the hotel all rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. Breakfast is available every morning, and includes continental, Full English/Irish and American options. At Jetwing Kandy Gallery you will find a restaurant serving American, Chinese and British cuisine. A vegan option can also be requested. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Kandy, like cycling. Kandy City Center Shopping Mall is 14 km from Jetwing Kandy Gallery, while Kandy railway station is 14 km away. Show full description

Luxury Hotel. Comfortable beds. The Grand Kandyan, is a 5-star property, tucked away in Kandy only 1.2 km from Sri Dalada Maligawa. It welcomes guests with a spacious outdoor pool and complimentary WiFi access. Rooms feature large windows and fully carpeted flooring. If you feel like visiting the surroundings, check out Kandy Museum situated 1.2 km away and Bogambara Stadium, located 1.9 km away. Bandaranaike International Airport is 85 km from the hotel. Rooms are elegantly furnished and fully air-conditioned. Amenities include a private balcony, a minibar and a sofa seating area. En suite bathrooms have free toiletries and a bathtub. Refreshing workouts can be enjoyed at the fitness centre. Guests staying at The Grand Kandyan can utilize the meeting facilities and free parking spaces. It also offers soothing spa treatments and traditional massages. Sample tasty local and international meals at the buffet restaurant. Light snacks and a variety of alcoholic beverages are served at the bar. Show full description

Lodge. Hip. Great location. Popular among women. Featuring air conditioning, Ru Boutique is located in Kandy, 200 metres from Kandy Museum. Sri Dalada Maligawa is 300 metres from the property. The accommodation is fitted with a flat-screen TV. There is a private bathroom with a bath in every unit. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. You will find a shared lounge at the property. Guests can enjoy lake Boat Ride 300 metres away, Kandy museum and Kandy tooth temple are 400 metres away, while Illy coffee Café is only 20 metres. Lakeside Adventist Hospital is 180 metres from Ru Boutique. The nearest airport is Bandaranaike International Airport, 84 km from Ru Boutique. Show full description

Luxury Hotel. Great views. Set in Kandy, 4.2 km from Ceylon Tea Museum, Fox Kandy by Fox Resorts offers accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a bar. Each accommodation at the hotel has city views, and guests can enjoy access to a garden and to a terrace. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi. All guest rooms at the hotel feature air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, Blu-ray player, and a private bathroom with a bidet, a hairdryer and free toiletries. All rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. A à la carte breakfast is available every morning at Fox Kandy by Fox Resorts. Bogambara Stadium is 5 km from the accommodation, while Kandy City Center Shopping Mall is 5 km from the property. The nearest airport is Bandaranaike International Airport, 102 km from Fox Kandy by Fox Resorts. Show full description

Luxury Hotel. Opened May 2023. Set in Kandy, 2.9 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, Taru Villas Kandy offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. With a terrace, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, a concierge service and currency exchange for guests. At the hotel, every room is equipped with a desk. All rooms are fitted with a safety deposit box, while some rooms also offer a patio and others also have city views. At Taru Villas Kandy all rooms include bed linen and towels. The daily breakfast offers continental, Full English/Irish or American options. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving American, Australian and Asian cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and halal options can also be requested. Sri Dalada Maligawa is 3.3 km from Taru Villas Kandy, while Kandy Museum is 3.3 km from the property. Show full description

Boutique hotel. Newly opened, November 2023. Wisdom Boutique Resort features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and bar in Kandy. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers a shared kitchen and room service. The accommodation provides entertainment staff and a concierge service. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a kettle, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. At Wisdom Boutique Resort every room is equipped with bed linen and towels. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving American, Chinese and British cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and halal options can also be requested. Bike hire and car hire are available at this hotel and the area is popular for cycling. Staff speak Arabic, English and Hindi at the 24-hour front desk. Bogambara Stadium is 6.6 km from Wisdom Boutique Resort, while Kandy City Center Shopping Mall is 6.7 km away. The nearest airport is Sigiriya Airport, 88 km from the hotel. Show full description