The eight-room Elephant Stables is a historic boutique set in a colonial bungalow located a 10-minute drive from the city of Kandy. The house was originally owned by a plantation owner, so the decor of the hotel harkens back to that, with a lotus pond, vintage cars, and retro English travel posters as decoration. The hotel is on a private road up a hillside, allowing for pretty valley views from the outdoor infinity pool. Rooms are light and bright, with four-poster beds, minibars, and sitting areas. An all-day restaurant that has a full bar and food receives rave reviews. For a more affordable stay with similar amenities, try nearby The Secret Kandy.
The eight-room Elephant Stables is a historic boutique set in a colonial bungalow located a 10-minute drive from the city of Kandy. The house was originally owned by a plantation owner, so the decor of the hotel harkens back to that, with a lotus pond, vintage cars, and retro English travel posters as decoration. The hotel is on a private road up a hillside, allowing for pretty valley views from the outdoor infinity pool. Rooms are light and bright, with four-poster beds, minibars, and sitting areas. An all-day restaurant that has a full bar and food receives rave reviews. For a more affordable stay with similar amenities, try nearby The Secret Kandy.
The 121-room Cinnamon Citadel Kandy is an upper-middle-range property located by the Mahaweli River, about a 15-minute drive outside of Kandy. It's a lovely setting, with gardens all around and beautiful river views, plus interiors that blend contemporary and Kandyan details. Rooms offer flat-screen TVs, tea/coffee makers, and stocked minibars, and balconies overlook the gardens or the river. Both restaurants draw praise for their range of offerings, and the open-air bar with frequent live entertainment is popular. There's also a large outdoor pool with an expansive deck for relaxing poolside by the river. Events spaces are suitable for social or business gatherings, and weddings can be held on the lawns. A similar alternative is Amaya Hills, which adds a full-service spa and has similar rates, but is farther from town.
The 121-room Cinnamon Citadel Kandy is an upper-middle-range property located by the Mahaweli River, about a 15-minute drive outside of Kandy. It's a lovely setting, with gardens all around and beautiful river views, plus interiors that blend contemporary and Kandyan details. Rooms offer flat-screen TVs, tea/coffee makers, and stocked minibars, and balconies overlook the gardens or the river. Both restaurants draw praise for their range of offerings, and the open-air bar with frequent live entertainment is popular. There's also a large outdoor pool with an expansive deck for relaxing poolside by the river. Events spaces are suitable for social or business gatherings, and weddings can be held on the lawns. A similar alternative is Amaya Hills, which adds a full-service spa and has similar rates, but is farther from town.
The upper-middle-range, 60-room Earl’s Regent Hotel has a secluded setting a 12-minute drive from the center of Kandy, amid greenery and offering lush mountain views from several vantage points. Quality amenities include a swimming pool, two restaurants, and lovely spa, plus an air-conditioned gym. Rooms have pleasant and simple decor, either in a contemporary or colonial-inspired style. Flat-screen TVs, tea- and coffee-making facilities, free Wi-Fi, and minibars come standard, but only higher-category rooms have furnished balconies. There are signs of wear and tear, plus some rooms have uninspiring views or noise issues. It's worth considering the similarly named Earl’s Regency, as all rooms have stellar views.
The upper-middle-range, 60-room Earl’s Regent Hotel has a secluded setting a 12-minute drive from the center of Kandy, amid greenery and offering lush mountain views from several vantage points. Quality amenities include a swimming pool, two restaurants, and lovely spa, plus an air-conditioned gym. Rooms have pleasant and simple decor, either in a contemporary or colonial-inspired style. Flat-screen TVs, tea- and coffee-making facilities, free Wi-Fi, and minibars come standard, but only higher-category rooms have furnished balconies. There are signs of wear and tear, plus some rooms have uninspiring views or noise issues. It's worth considering the similarly named Earl’s Regency, as all rooms have stellar views.
Part of the stylish OZO brand, this upper-middle-range hotel is located on a hillside with stunning vistas, and a 15-minute walk from the heart of Kandy. The 122 rooms are smart and modern, featuring 40-inch LCD TVs with cable channels, tea- and coffee-making facilities, and minibars, plus some have balconies. An all-day restaurant serves Sri Lankan and international cuisine, but good gets average reviews. The highlight here is the rooftop area with a trendy bar and pool set against the magnificent views of the hotel's verdant surroundings. While there is a well-equipped gym, there's no spa. Also note that some guests have complained of noise from adjacent rooms and the rooftop bar. Travelers looking for a property with more local charm and well-reviewed dining could check out Cinnamon Citadel Kandy located by the Mahaweli River.
Part of the stylish OZO brand, this upper-middle-range hotel is located on a hillside with stunning vistas, and a 15-minute walk from the heart of Kandy. The 122 rooms are smart and modern, featuring 40-inch LCD TVs with cable channels, tea- and coffee-making facilities, and minibars, plus some have balconies. An all-day restaurant serves Sri Lankan and international cuisine, but good gets average reviews. The highlight here is the rooftop area with a trendy bar and pool set against the magnificent views of the hotel's verdant surroundings. While there is a well-equipped gym, there's no spa. Also note that some guests have complained of noise from adjacent rooms and the rooftop bar. Travelers looking for a property with more local charm and well-reviewed dining could check out Cinnamon Citadel Kandy located by the Mahaweli River.
