We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in Kandy, Sri Lanka. We have also included accommodation in guest houses, country estates, villas, apartments, boutique hotels and romantic hotels. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated February 2024.
Boutique hotel.Very stylish. Superb interior design. 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. An à la carte, continental or Full English/Irish breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. 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. 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
The Flame Tree Estate & Hotel is a luxurious boutique hotel nestled in a jungle setting. It features a beautiful infinity pool with stunning views of the countryside. Set on a working spice estate, it provides a unique and immersive experience for travelers seeking tranquility and luxury amidst nature.
Bed and Breakfast.Popular among couples. Conveniently set in the centre of Kandy, Selyna Sky Terrace provides free WiFi, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive. The air-conditioned accommodation is 1.6 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a terrace. At the bed and breakfast, all units come with a desk, a TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. There is a seating and a dining area in all units. Guests can enjoy a meal at an outdoor dining area at the bed and breakfast. For visitors looking to embark on day trips to nearby landmarks, the bed and breakfast offers a selection of packed lunches. Popular points of interest near Selyna Sky Terrace include Kandy railway station, Bogambara Stadium and Bahirawakanda Vihara Buddha Statue.Show full description
Selyna Sky Terrace is a peaceful homestay situated in a quiet suburb. It provides a lovely view from its hilltop location. The owner, Selyna, is known for her warm and friendly nature, creating a welcoming atmosphere.
Guest House.Highly elegant. Great views. Popular among women. Located in Kandy, 2.5 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, Villa Rosa offers accommodation with an infinity pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. The property features river and garden views, and is 2.8 km from Bogambara Stadium. The accommodation provides free WiFi throughout the property, as well as a terrace and a traditional restaurant. Certain units in the guest house have private entrance and are equipped with desk and wardrobe. Each unit is equipped with a private bathroom, while certain rooms include a balcony and others also offer a mountain view. For visitors looking to embark on day trips to nearby landmarks, the guest house features a selection of packed lunches. You can play table tennis at Villa Rosa. Kandy railway station is 3 km from the accommodation, while Sri Dalada Maligawa is 3.1 km away.Show full description
Villa Rosa is a one-of-a-kind guest house with a colonial-style ambiance, antique furnishings, and breathtaking views of the mountains and river. Situated slightly outside the town, it provides a tranquil and serene experience.
Bed and Breakfast.Historic. Great bar. Popular among women. Located 1 km from Kandy railway station, Evergreen features rooms with mountain views and free WiFi. Open since 1992, the property is within 2.6 km of Ceylon Tea Museum, Kandy Royal Botanical Gardens and Kandy City Center Shopping Mall. The property is 3.1 km from Sri Dalada Maligawa and 3.1 km from Kandy Museum. At the bed and breakfast rooms have a terrace with a garden view. Rooms include a private bathroom, while some rooms also feature a balcony and others also have a city view. Guest rooms feature a desk. An Asian breakfast is served daily at the property. Lakeside Adventist Hospital is 3.2 km from Evergreen. Bandaranaike International Airport is 81 km away.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Relaxing atmosphere. Great views. Located 820 m above sea level, Galavilla Boutique Hotel & Spa overlooks the hill country mountain range of Knuckles. It features exquisite rooms and suites with a balcony and free Wi-Fi. The hotel is located in a groomed garden covering an area of 2.3 acres. The garden features a 20-meter outdoor swimming pool, Ayurveda spa, a barbecue, gazebo overlooking the valley and a yoga pavilion. The property is approximately 17 km from Kandy and the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic. Royal Botanical Garden in Peradeniya is 20 km away. Katunayake International Airport is 120 km from Galavilla Boutique Hotel. Naturally ventilated, each room and suite has a balcony. A safe, seating area and refrigerator with minibar are included. Private bathroom comes with a shower or bathtub and free toiletries. Bottled water is provided. The Galavilla Hotel has its own restaurant serving local and international cuisine. At an extra charge, the hotel offers massage in the Ayurveda spa located in the hotel garden or in a massage parlour inside the hotel.The hotel organizes excursions and transfer from the airport. The hotel provides accommodation for the drivers.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Unique. Great views. Tea Heights features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Kandy. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a shared kitchen and a tour desk, along with free WiFi. Staff on site can arrange airport transfers. Guest rooms at the hotel include air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, DVD player, and a private bathroom with a bidet and bathrobes. The units feature bed linen. Guests at Tea Heights can enjoy an Asian breakfast. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Kandy, like cycling. Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens is 11 km from Tea Heights, while Kandy railway station is 16 km away.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Cool. Great bar. Popular among couples.Opened January 2022. Set in Kandy, 3.4 km from Bogambara Stadium, The Summit offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a bar. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. An à la carte, Full English/Irish or American breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. The accommodation features a concierge service, a tour desk and currency exchange for guests. At the hotel every room includes air conditioning, a desk, a terrace with a city view, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV, bed linen and towels. The units will provide guests with a wardrobe and a coffee machine. At The Summit you will find a restaurant serving American, Chinese and British cuisine. Vegetarian, halal and vegan options can also be requested. Ceylon Tea Museum is 3.5 km from the accommodation, while Kandy railway station is 3.7 km away.Show full description
This boutique hotel has a popular rooftop bar. And it is very popular among couples travelling to Kandy.
Boutique hotel.Elegant. 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.Lovely property. Lovely interior design. 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.Hip. Gorgeous surroundings. Nestled away 25 km away from Kandy city centre, The Kandy Samadhicentre offers traditional Ayurvedic spa treatments and a rooftop restaurant. Guests can also enjoy free wired internet all public areas. Set on an abandoned tea estate, this peaceful property is located a 10-minute walk from Kukul Oya Bus Stand and 136 km away from Bandaranaike International Airport with shuttle services available at a surcharge. Offering river views, fan-cooled rooms are fitted with clean linen sheets and a writing table. All the rooms are decorated with authentic Sri Lankan antiques and some rooms are with open bathroom with antique bath tubs. Guests at Kandy Samadhicentre can enjoy a traditional massage or indulge in bird-watching activities. A 24-hour reception will be happy to assist with laundry services and room service. Breakfast can be served in the room upon request. Restaurant at Samadhi is an open restaurant where guests can enjoy organically produced food, cooked in a traditional firewood kitchen.Show full description
I really like this place... I think it is one of the coolest, most creative and cosy resorts in Kandy! It also has beautiful surroundings. WOW!
Guest House.Historic property. Offering a garden and mountain view, The Tenthola is located in Kandy, 3.2 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall and 3.5 km from Bogambara Stadium. Featuring a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. There is free private parking and the property provides paid airport shuttle service. The units at the guest house are equipped with a seating area. With a private bathroom, units at the guest house also offer free WiFi, while selected rooms are equipped with a balcony. The units are equipped with heating facilities. For visitors looking to embark on day trips to nearby landmarks, the guest house features a selection of packed lunches. The area is popular for cycling and hiking, and bike hire is available at The Tenthola. An indoor play area is also available for guests at the accommodation. Kandy railway station is 3.7 km from The Tenthola, while Sri Dalada Maligawa is 3.8 km away.Show full description
Perhaps this is the most historic guest house in Kandy.
Guest House. Boasting mountain views, Mount Haven provides accommodation with free bikes, a garden and a shared lounge, around 2.4 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall. This guest house features free private parking and a 24-hour front desk. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, full-day security and currency exchange for guests. At the guest house, each unit is fitted with a wardrobe. With a private bathroom fitted with a walk-in shower and a hair dryer, units at the guest house also feature free WiFi, while some rooms are fitted with a terrace. The units are equipped with heating facilities. As an added convenience, the guest house offers packed lunches for guests to bring on excursions and other trips off-property. A car rental service is available at Mount Haven. Bogambara Stadium is 2.8 km from the accommodation, while Sri Dalada Maligawa is 2.8 km from the property.Show full description
Boutique hotel. Located in Kandy, 7.1 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens, Elegant Hotel provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Featuring a restaurant, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation features room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. At the hotel, rooms include a balcony with a mountain view. At Elegant Hotel every room is equipped with bed linen and towels. A continental, Full English/Irish or Asian breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. The accommodation offers a children's playground. Elegant Hotel provides an ironing service, as well as business facilities like fax and photocopying. Kandy railway station is 12 km from the hotel, while Bogambara Stadium is 13 km away.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Delightful property. Situated conveniently in the centre of Kandy, Kingsman House offers concierge services and free private parking. The property features mountain and lake views, and is 3.1 km from Bogambara Stadium. À la carte and continental breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities and pancakes are available every morning at the bed and breakfast. You can play darts at the accommodation, and bike hire and car hire are available. The bed and breakfast provides garden views, a sun terrace and a 24-hour front desk. The units come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, an oven, a kettle, a bidet, a hair dryer and a wardrobe. Featuring a private bathroom with a bath and free toiletries, units at the bed and breakfast also have free WiFi, while selected rooms here will provide you with a balcony. At the bed and breakfast, the units are fitted with bed linen and towels. At Kingsman House, the family-friendly restaurant is open for dinner, lunch and brunch and serves local cuisine. The bed and breakfast has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Kandy City Center Shopping Mall is 3.2 km from Kingsman House, while Kandy railway station is 3.3 km away.Show full description
I think this place could be the most BEAUTIFUL bed and breakfast in Kandy.
Boutique hotel.Beautiful. Great value.Opened December 2021. Situated in Kandy, 1.7 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, BPR - Asgiriya, Kandy features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a tour desk. Staff on site can arrange airport transfers. Complete with a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, the rooms at the hotel have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and some rooms include a balcony. All units will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. Guests at BPR - Asgiriya, Kandy will be able to enjoy activities in and around Kandy, like cycling. Sri Dalada Maligawa is 2.3 km from the accommodation, while Kandy Museum is 2.3 km from the property.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Historic. Nestled 10-minute away from the city centre, amidst Kandy’s tropical greenery, Sweet Cinnamon Kandy is just 2 km from Kandy Railway Station. It provides high speed fiber network in its public areas. Furnished with hardwood floors, the rooms at Sweet Cinnamon Kandy are fitted with a flat-screen TV. They include an en suite bathroom. Guest can unwind in the infinity pool or take a tour of the spice garden. Sweet Cinnamon Restaurant will serve local Sri Lankan dishes and international delights. This modern property is centrally located within 2.5 km to the sacred Temple Of The Tooth and the peaceful Kandy Lake. Royal Botanic Garden is 5.5 km away and Bandaranaike International Airport is 103 km away.Show full description
Apartment.Great value. Offering a garden and city view, Jaya Tomodachi is situated in Kandy, 2.8 km from Kandy railway station and 3.5 km from Bogambara Stadium. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The spacious apartment features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with mountain views. A car rental service is available at the apartment. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, a shared kitchen and currency exchange for guests. Guests can take in the views of the garden from the patio, which also has outdoor furniture. The accommodation is allergy-free. Guests are welcome to relax in the on-site lounge, while packed lunches are also available upon request. Sightseeing tours are available within a reachable distance. Kandy City Center Shopping Mall is 3.7 km from Jaya Tomodachi, while Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens is 4.1 km from the property.Show full description
Guest House.Nice style. Nice interior design. Well set in Kandy, Kandy Casa by Regus provides a tour desk and free private parking. With river views, this accommodation offers a balcony. Every room is equipped with a terrace with views of the mountain. The units are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a minibar, a kettle, a walk-in shower, a hair dryer and a desk. With a private bathroom equipped with free toiletries, units at the guest house also provide guests with free WiFi, while selected rooms include a patio. At the guest house, all units are fitted with bed linen and towels. The family-friendly restaurant at the guest house serves American cuisine, and is open for dinner and lunch. Guests at Kandy Casa by Regus can make the most of yoga classes offered on-site. A car rental service is available at the accommodation. Bogambara Stadium is 4.9 km from Kandy Casa by Regus, while Kandy City Center Shopping Mall is 5 km away.Show full description
Villa.Charming. Great location. Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, river view and a patio, Sati Villa Kandy Sri Lanka is located in Kandy. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The villa provides an indoor pool with a fence, as well as a hot tub and a 24-hour front desk. The spacious villa comes with 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with mountain views. The unit at the property features a walk-in shower and a dressing room. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and is protected by full-day security. At the villa, the family-friendly restaurant is open for dinner, lunch and brunch and serves Asian cuisine. A variety of wellness packages are available for guests to get rejuvenated on-site. The area is popular for hiking, and car hire is available at Sati Villa Kandy Sri Lanka. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens is 10 km from the accommodation, while Kandy railway station is 15 km away.Show full description
I think this place could be the most CHARMING villa in Kandy. It also has a great location!
Bed and Breakfast.Cool. Great views. Popular among women. In a prime location in Kandy, The Buena Vista Kandy offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, free private parking and room service. The property features lake and garden views, and is 1.6 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall. The accommodation provides a shuttle service, while a bicycle rental service is also available. At the bed and breakfast, the units are equipped with a wardrobe, a TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. A terrace with an outdoor dining area and mountain views is offered in all units. The units are equipped with heating facilities. For visitors looking to embark on day trips to nearby landmarks, the bed and breakfast features a selection of packed lunches. A car rental service is available at The Buena Vista Kandy. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Kandy railway station, Bogambara Stadium and Bahirawakanda Vihara Buddha Statue.Show full description
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