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  Sri Lanka’ s fascinating variety in climate and landscape, and rich cultural heritage has for many centuries attracted travelers from all over the world. It still continues to do so offering within an area of only 70,000 sq. km. a diversity of attraction and a way of life which combines a dynamic new present with a tradition-bound past.

Nowhere is this rich diversity more evident than in Kandy, the charming hill capital and the cultural city, 129 km. from Colombo and situated 465 metres above sea level. The Colonial rulers called it Kandy for Kanda in Sinhala, meaning in hill.
The capital of the Kandyan Kingdom in the 16th century and the seat of much of Sri Lanka’s culture, this Royal City fell into the hands of the British when the last Kandyan King, Sri Vikrama Rajasinha was captured by them in 1815. The city was born in the 14th century and became the capital of the Kandyan Kingdom in the 16th century.

Nestling midst low hills, and looped by sri Lanka’s largest river, the Mahaweli, Kandy is still the home of the arts and crafts, music, dance and song which flourished during the reign of the king their patron.

This beautiful city, with its hills and valleys, rivers, lakes and cascading waterfalls around the hills, has its share of hallowed and living shrines, of the Buddhists, Hindus, Christians and the Muslims in the city and around. But, to the Buddhist, Kandy is a Sacred City.

Travelers sensitive to atmosphere discover Kandy’s greatest charm in the aura of age and splendour and the very tangible peace that, oriental style, a crowded market place stocked with fruits, flowers and foodstuffs to buy, and a hive of activity everywhere.




Kandy Hotels
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The setting, the style.... The atmosphere....
All as unique as the warmth of our welcome that will reach you in the tasteful elegance of our rooms. As you experience a gourmet choice in any of our restaurants. When you work out on our tennis or squash courts – or make a splash in our tantalising swimming pool.

And right through your stay you will experience that unostentatious, yet personalized service that keeps hospitality a way of life.
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Presidential Suite    

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Deluxe Rooms   :   Fans and Air-Confitioning, Telephone with IDD facilities, Satelite TV, Mini Bar, Piped Music, Wall to Wall carpeting, Privat Balcony, 24 Hours Room service, Garden / Pool / River View .


Executive Suite  :   Fans and Air-Confitioning, Sitting / Dinning Area, Telephone with IDD facilities, Satelite TV, Mini Bar, Piped Music, Wall to Wall carpeting, Privat Balcony, 24 Hours Room service, Garden / Pool / River View .

Presidential Suite  :   02 Bed Rooms, Jacuzzi in Master Bed room, Fans and Air-Confitioning, Large Sitting / Dinning Area, Kitchenette,Telephone with IDD facilities, Satelite TV, Mini Bar, Piped Music, Wall to Wall carpeting, Privat Balcony, 24 Hours Room service, Garden / Pool / River View .

Facilities...... Conference,   and Banquet, Hall,   Wedding,   Ayurveda,   24-hour room service, encashment of foreign currency, Doctor on call, ‘Same-day’ laundry service, limousine or special golf packages, baby-sitter, secretarial services, florists, travel information, major credit card acceptance, traditional wedding ceremonies, honeymoon specials, valet parking – and more.

On the outside there’s our Free Form swimming pool – the largest in Kandy – and a Kiddies Pool too. Be a smash on our tennis courts, cruise the Mahaweli on a boating trip, indulge in a bit of fishing or let us arrange an excursion with a picnic lunch. For the fun out of the sun, we have a billiard room, table tennis and badminton. There are theme nights and live entertainment with cultural shows on request.


If you are a golf buff, the Victoria Golf Course is a short distance away and we provide novel transportation to and back Our ‘Golf Express’ is actually a modified vintage lorry – and you’ll have as much fun getting to the course as on it!

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Earls Regency Hotel             *****


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  The crown jewel of the Kandyan Kingdom, The grandeur of an ancient Citadel adorned with contemporary 5-star luxury. A landmark of impeccable taste and unique style where one can unwind and relax while experiencing all this world has to offer.

Accommodation
Private balcony with a view of the mountains and the Mahaweli river
Attached bath / shower with hot and cold water
Radio
Telephone with IDD facility and voicemail
Personal bar
Piped music
Television with MATV facility
Video - on request
Personal safe
Bathroom phone
Hairdryer


Location


Kandy is the famous city of Sinhalese history, culture, religion and pageantry. The Kandyan Kingdom, the last independent state in Sri Lanka withstood the onslaught of three invading European nations for over two centuries. The islanders looked upon the King of Kandy as their King and Kandy as the last bastion of independent Buddhist thought, which gave spiritual strength and virtue to the Kandyan people. Kandy can be explored on foot, with the higher altitude making the climate conducive to long walks. The city is visually rich with its narrow streets lined with old buildings and crowded with people. The Municipal Market has superb displays of fruit and vegetables, textiles and clothing and the man-made lake provides an attractive focal point.

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Tree Of Life Hotel             ****


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WELLCOME TO THE WORLD OF NATURE IN SRI LANKA ...........

  

Surrounded by 700 acres of Tea land the Hotel Tree of Life has a rich history. The Old wing was an estate bungalow built during the colonial over 100 years ago in Sri Lanka.

The Tree of Life has a unique architectural design. A fusion of colonial style and an openness of nature are put together in surroundings that are untouched on artificial landscaping.

A Place where nature takes pride and surrounded by green carpets of vegetation, with the knuckles mountain range of place, Set in 64acres of idyllic uplands of Sri Lanka. the authentic draw of nature's tranquility is hard to resist.

Being close to nature and the environment at an almost unimaginable manner Hotel Tree of Life has pledged its commitment to encourage, support and promote ecological consciousness in the hospitality industry in Sri Lanka.

Location : 10 Kms from Kandy, 143 Kms from Colombo. 110Kms from Katunayake International Airport.


Facilities : Ayurvedic center, Mountain Biking, Culture & Heritag, Nature Walk, Bird Watching, Disco, Fishing, Pool, Parking near the room,

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Amaya Hills Hotel ****


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Amaya Hills Fine details borrowed from the temples and historic architecture of Kandy . Traditional sun and moon motifs. Furnishing in deep red and black with tinges of gold - colours that evoke the murals of the kingdom’s earlier centuries. A private balcony with valley or mountain views.
Regal details. Each of the four Suites is named for previous governors of Kandy and features an antique noble costume encased in glass.
Woodcarvings portray local religious imagery - a dancing Shiva, Kinduriya - celestial musicians, traditional dancers. The Suites allow guests to be surrounded with the local culture. Perfect comfort and Kandyan elegance.
Amaya Hills The Suites wing (Uththara Prasada) can be reached from the lobby or from the pool area via a stone staircase lined with natural boulders.
Pool with a view. At the meeting point of the resort’s three wings, the swimming pool area allows guests to go for an invigorating swim or lounge in the open air with a stunning outlook on the valley and distant hills.
The billiards hall delights fans of both pool and cricket. Autographs from numerous international cricket teams don cricket bats around the room. As Amaya Hills is a favourite spot for visiting cricket teams, you may even have a chance to enjoy a round of billiards with some of the players in person.
Amaya Hills Stay connected. Wi-fi access lets you surf the Morning’s rays illuminating the Hantana Hills. Breakfast on the terrace of Rasawala restaurant overlooking the pool and valley.
A morning excursion into town for a stroll around the lake and a visit to Kandy’s most famous attraction, the Temple of the Tooth. Visitors to the town’s historic sites will recognize many of the architectural details which have been incorporated into Amaya.
Return to the resort for lunch and, if you wish, sample the flavours of Sri Lankan cuisine. In the afternoon, unwind with a treatment in the Ayurvedic Spa - the Herbal oil body treatment and Reflexology are among the most popular. Drinks at Dumbara Bar or in the privacy of your sunset balcony are an ideal way to enjoy the evening.
Feel free to follow our suggestions. And of course, guests can also experience the resort according to their own desires.
Transportation to/from Amaya Hills, individual excursions or a daily chauffeur-driven car can be easily arranged by the hotel. Please contact us for details. Amaya Hills



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Albatros Hotel


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Location
    An uniquely designed structure embedded on the slopes of The ’Coconut Hill’ located within the Victoria Golf Complex provides an unparalleled panorama of a well-known range of Kandyan mountains. They are namely the, Corbett's Gap, Hunasgiriya, Knuckles Range, Hantane and Bambaragala. On a clear morning, the Pidurutalagala peak (Sri Lanka's Highest) as a backdrop is also visible.

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    The Victoria Dam and its waterways surround the Golfing Complex in unmatched splendour with a great part of the Golf Course gracefully meandering the base of ’The Coconut Hill’. The split level structured decks of the resort provide a bird's eye view of golfing activities of the Victoria Course. Need we venture to say more, the concept and location of the Resort provide a truly unique and memorable experience.

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Food and Beverage
    The Diners Deck provides an ideal atmosphere for fine dining. There is an excellent selection of food available as Set Menu and A-la- carte with a good selection of wines. The Head Chef, Benedict, has wide experience having worked in 5 Star Hotels and could surprise you with his gourmet specialities and Table side cooking.

Albstross Rooms
    The Resort presently consists of 5 rooms elegantly furnished with attached toilets and each capturing the grandeur of the surrounding landscape. Rooms available in Single, Double or Triple occupancy and can accommodate upto 15 Adults.

Albstross Swimming pool
    A well designed Swimming Pool with a Jacuzzi and sun bathing deck overlooks the scenic landscape.

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    Steam/Sauna and Massage Room This unit consists of Steam and Sauna facilities. A separate massage room where a masseur will be available at all times

Sports Facilities
Swimming (in house) Indoor games Pool table (to be installed) Golf (made available through the Victoria Golf Club)

Albstross Tennis
Badminton
Crochet
Horse-riding
Pony Rides
Bird Watching


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Swiss Residence Hotel


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The Swiss Residence, the truly Sri Lankan hotel with a Swiss touch is next to the famous Buddha statue on top of the Bahirawakanda hill in the Kandy town. Though only 5 Mts. walk from the city, it is situated, surrounded by greenery in a peaceful environment.
The ambience, comfort, cuisine is at its highest and most of all the polite, gracious staff & cleanliness is admired by many a guest. Out of the many highlights of the hotel is the view of the city and the hills on either side, & Blackout the discotheque, which is the place to be to relax & dance your cares away.
Multi cuisine Restaurant, Swimming pool, Night club, Take Away outlet, Open Air Beer Garden, BBQ Terrace, Banquet Hall, Seminar & Conference facilities, Travel information.

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Tourmaline Hotel


Tourmalin Hotel   golden waters cottage

  Welcome to Tourmaline, the second Jewel of McLarens Group. The view from your balcony is exquisite & relaxing! Fall in love all over again. Enjoy our hospitality at the Tourmaline, we will never be happy until you are!

Location
Located in the proximity of Hotel Topaz, just 118 km from the capital city of Colombo. Situated atop a hill over looking the breathtaking Hantana, Knuckles group, Hunnas Giriya, Matale hills & the famous Bible rock.

Accommodation
29 tastefully furnished rooms with all modern amenities. These include A/C, Colour TV, Telephone, Wall-to-wall carpeting, Piped music, and bath tubs/shower with Hot & Cold water on tap. Also included are mini bars in our Presidential suites and selected standard rooms.

Topaz Hotel Topaz Hotel

Welcome to Hotel Topaz with its sweeping views of lush greenery, hills and the ancient City of Kandy. The Hotel Topaz is the first Jewel of McLarens Group.

If you are planning a group vacation or planning to come alone, Kandy and the Hotel Topaz is where to be. Kandy, with unparalleled beauty and rich blend of culture, and the Hotel Topaz, with its peacefulness and views, is a jewel to be discovered.

Accommodation  -   75 tastefully furnished A/C rooms with piped music and Hot and Cold running water. 40 of our rooms include a TV, a Mini Bar and Bath Tub.

Dining  -   Our main restaurant serves Eastern & Western cuisine. We also have a Roof Top Night Club with a speciality restaurant. If looking to relax and enjoy your favourite drink or cocktail try the Reception Bar, Roof Top Bar or the Pool Bar. All our bars are well stocked with a wide range of wines, spirits, liqueurs, beer and fresh fruit juices.

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Suisse Hotel   * *

Suisse Hotel

In 1818 this property was acquired by the British and occupied by an officer of the British Army, who named it "Haramby HouseYears later, "Haramby House" was sold to a Swiss lady who ran it as guest house. This then was the beginning of the present Hotel Suisse.
Another interesting factor of the Hotel Suisse is that during second world war from 1943 to 1945, it was used as the Headquarters of the South East Asia Command under the command of Lord Louis Mountbatten, the supreme Allied commander
Suisse Hotel 100 well-appointed rooms with hot and cold water, telephone, and piped music
* Air-conditioned suites
* Swimming Pool
* Poolside Bar
* Indoor Games
* Billiard Room >* Floodlit Tennis Court
* Lobby Bar
* Araliya Club
* Helipad
* Shopping Arcade
* Beauty Saloon
* Barbecue Terrace
* Beer Garden
* Conference Hall

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Queens Hotel   * *

Queens Hotel
With it's picture-postcard beauty, and rich history, Kandy has been a indispensable part of any visitor's itinerary down the ages, A hill capital of Sri Lanka in ancient times, the Kandyan Kingdom fostered a remarkably rich culture and tasteful lifestyle, a great deal of which survives to this day.

Kandy has a claim to veneration, far in excess of it's claim to fame because it has that the Sri Dalada Maligawa or the temple of the Tooth sits in regal demeanour. The Temple is the Custodian of the Sacred Tooth Relic of Gautama, the Buddha Queens Hotel Over 150 years old, the Queen's Hotel, built proud by the British, stands but a stone's throw away from the sacred precincts of the famous Temple of the Tooth Relic of the Buddha. Here is a fervour that rises with the burning of joss sticks, the fragrance of flower offering and the chants of the faithful. Our in city location gives you ready access to the many beautiful attractions within the hill capital.

Our rooms face the lake, the Temple of the Tooth Relic of the Buddha, and overlook our swimming pool, Our outlets are all you could wish for - the Kong de Ling Chinese Restaurant looking out on the lake; banquet halls and lounges; a pastry corner and poolside bar. We have the only genuine Colonial-style pub Royale in the hills.


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Thilanka Hotel   * * *

Thilanka Hotel
"Hotel Thilanka sits majestically in the city of all cities - Kandy . Surrounded by the mist-veiled Hunnasgiriya mountains and the lush Udawattaekelle natural reserve, it overlooks the great city of Kandy"
Thilanka Rooms Accommodation
Hotel Thilanka comprises of 87 lavish rooms ranging from Deluxe rooms and Standard rooms to Suites.
The rooms are awash with bright shades of red, sunny orange and golden yellow. Intricate touches of locality and culture give these chambers a unique aesthetic appeal