Sri Lanka is one of the world’s biggest tea and cinnamon producers. Visit Kandy, the country’s second largest city, to explore tea plantations and a biodiverse rainforest. Kandy is a city on a plateau with scenic landscapes, including the artificial Kandy Lake, which was built next to Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, a famous Buddhist temple. This temple holds an important relic, Buddha’s tooth, which was brought to the island in the 4th century AD. You can explore many other temples with lovely architectural styles and gardens. For a great accommodation, check out the best hotels to stay in Kandy, Sri Lanka.
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1. The Golden Crown Hotel (from USD 157)
The Golden Crown Hotel overlooks vast fields and features a modern fitness center, upscale restaurants, and an infinity pool with a swim-up bar. You will get to have wonderful views of the paddies and trees in the pool area. You can also enjoy these stunning views from your room, which is designed with neutral colors and well-equipped with a private bath, a mini bar, a coffee-making facility, and a sitting area. The famous Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic is a good 10-minute drive from the 5-star hotel.
The Golden Crown Hotel
Address: 322, Udagama Ampitiya
2.63 km (1.7 mi) from Sri Dalada Maligawa
2. Fox Kandy by Fox Resorts (from USD 101)
Great value for money with stunning views and excellent facilities.
Beautiful infinity pool, clean and modern rooms, and friendly, attentive staff.
Located atop a steep hill with breathtaking views, a bit far from the city center.
Delicious buffet breakfast, good dinner options, and accommodating staff.
Since it is a global tea producer, Sri Lanka has tea museums. You will be able to visit one when you stay at Fox Kandy by Fox Resort, which is near Ceylon Tea Museum. The hotel offers rooms with a terrace where you will be treated to stunning views of landscapes. You are welcome to rent a car to explore more attractions nearby. Free parking at the hotel is available. Pets are allowed, so you can bring your furry babies with you. Other amenities of the hotel include a refrigerator, an ensuite bath, and a sitting area.
Fox Kandy
Address: 125 Richmond Hill Heerasgala
2.65 km (1.7 mi) from Sri Dalada Maligawa
3. Kandy Hills (from USD 77)
Kandy Hills is set in a quiet neighborhood surrounded with a lush greenery. It is near shopping centers, hospitals, and museums. Kandy Railway Station, Bogambara Stadium, and Kandy Lake are a short drive away. You can end your day with a drink from the mini bar in your spacious and tropical-themed room. You will get to admire scenic mountain views during your stay here. An elegant freestanding bathtub and a desk are other amenities of the hotel. Free private parking is available too.
Kandy Hills
Address: No 84 Rajapihilla Mawatha
1.2 km (0.8 mi) from Sri Dalada Maligawa
4. Kandy City Hotel by Earl's (from USD 55)
For a convenient and pleasant stay, consider staying at Kandy City Hotel by Earl’s. This hotel is situated on Yatinuwara Street, which is near city attractions, such as Khan Clock Tower, Bogambara Stadium, Kandy Lake, and Royal Palace of Kandy. You can take quiet strolls in the nearby Royal Palace Park, a lovely park with many trees and flowers. This park overlooks the city and the lake since it is nestled on a hill. You can also relax by hanging out at the hotel’s bar and restaurant or in your room with a mini bar.
Kandy City Hotel by Earl's
Address: # 37, Yatinuwara Street
610 meters (0.4 ft) from Sri Dalada Maligawa
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5. Mount Blue Kandy (from USD 82)
Scenic hiking and biking trails surround Mount Blue Kandy. This hotel is about a 15-minute walk from the beautiful Royal Palace Park. Your family will get to enjoy exploring the city and immersing themselves in the local culture. You can visit museums too since Kandyan Art Association and Cultural Centre and National Museum Kandy are only about 1 km (0.62 mi) away. The hotel provides family rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows, a mini bar, a fridge, and a coffee-making facility.
Mount Blue Kandy
Address: 352/15 dharmaraja mawatha
1.73 km (1.1 mi) from Sri Dalada Maligawa
6. Kings Pavilion Luxury Hotel (from USD 373)
Try grilling Sri-Lankan-style barbecue at Kings Pavilion Luxury Hotel, which offers cooking classes and the use of a barbecue facility for a fee. You can also dine at the hotel’s well-designed restaurant, which serves different kinds of dishes, such as Asian, American, and French cuisine. After having your meals, you can hang out on the terrace or lounge about in the pool area where you can marvel at mesmerizing views of the sunset. You can also enjoy nature views in your suite, which is gorgeously designed with neutral colors, classic furnishings, and wooden elements. The hotel is so chic that many guests hold bachelorette parties and wedding receptions here.
Kings Pavilion Luxury Hotel
Address: Aniwatta, Kandy Galkanda Road
2.02 km (1.3 mi) from Sri Dalada Maligawa
7. The Elephant Stables (from USD 229)
The Elephant Stables has cheerful accents that will make you feel instantly at home. It is well-designed with floral wallpapers, polka-dot upholstery, lace curtains, and hardwood flooring. You will enjoy spending quiet afternoons on your room’s balcony with a sitting area. Suites are ideal for families, as they can accommodate five guests (a maximum of four adults). They also have a private bath, a mini bar, a dining area, and a lounge. Amenities for children include DVDs, books, and music. The hotel’s restaurant offers a kid-friendly menu. Plus, there is a garden, a pool, and a game room.
The Elephant Stables
Address: 46, Nittawela Road,
2.35 km (1.5 mi) from Sri Dalada Maligawa
8. Ceyloni City Hotel (from USD 50)
Ceyloni City Hotel, which is located on Cross Street, offers luxuriously styled and neat rooms with desks and balconies. You will get to have captivating views of the city when you stay here. The hotel is about a 10-minute walk to Kandy City Centre, so you can easily shop for souvenirs, do groceries, and buy travel essentials. Other attractions that are accessible include Asgiriya Stadium, Kandy Clock Tower, Royal Palace of Kandy, and Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic. With the hotel’s convenient location, business travelers or tourists under a tight schedule will experience a comfortable stay here.
Ceyloni City Hotel
Address: No. 21 Cross Street
635 meters (0.4 ft) from Sri Dalada Maligawa
9. The Grand Kandyan (from USD 103)
The Grand Kandyan is elegantly designed with gold ornaments and lavish furnishings. It offers magnificent mountain views. You will feel like royalty in its upscale and spacious suites with a mini bar, a lounge, a balcony, a dining area, and a fridge. Enjoy access to other amenities, such as a game room, a fitness center, a bar, a nightclub, a spa, a pool, and a garden. You can explore nearby attractions, such as Udawatta Kele Sanctuary, Kandy Lake, Royal Palace of Kandy, and Bahirawakanda Vihara Buddha Statue. These attractions are about 1 km (0.62 mi) away from the hotel.
The Grand Kandyan
Address: 89/10,Lady Gordon`s Drive,Kandy
1.16 km (0.8 mi) from Sri Dalada Maligawa
10. Enjoy quiet retreats in Kandy
Holidays in Kandy will be worthwhile since you will get to discover many beautiful places such as Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic and Royal Palace of Kandy. To have a memorable stay, consider staying at one of these best hotels in the city.
Queen's Hotel (from USD 40)
Queen’s Hotel features a European style with white columns and arches. Rooms have hardwood flooring and thick drapes. Restaurants are luxurious with elegant dining sets. The hotel also has a large outdoor pool surrounded by trees. It is near Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic and Udawatta Kele Sanctuary. You can walk to the spectacular Kandy Lake for a breath of fresh air.
Queen's Hotel
Address: D S Senanayake Veediya
314 meters (0.2 ft) from Sri Dalada Maligawa
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