Pet-friendly hotels and homes in Knuckles Mountain Range

Boasting a garden and views of mountain, Pearl's Homestay Matale is a recently renovated holiday home situated in Matale, 27 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. We had a wonderful stay thanks to the exceptionally welcoming hosts who made us feel like home. The room was clean and comfortable and had a very nice view. The breakfast was one of the best we've had in Sri Lanka.

Located in Matale, 33 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, Clodagh Manor House by Seven Angels provides accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, free bikes and a garden. Featuring full-day security, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. Free WiFi is available throughout the property, as well as a terrace and a restaurant. The property also offers accommodation for disabled guests. Had a wonderful stay with great hospitality. Staff was very friendly and professional. More than worth for the money I spent.

Set in Rattota, 41 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, Eco Vibe Resort offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Among the facilities at this property are room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Certain units at the property feature a balcony with a mountain view. To put it simply this is probably the best place we've stayed in Sri Lanka. The view is magical, the staff is welcoming and so helpful and the food is delicious. The owner, Supun, will take you around visiting the highlights of the area. He's a friendly and knowledgeable person that is always there to help. Highly highly recommended! You will regret leaving!

Situated in Rangala, 18 km from Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Ferndale Retreat Knuckles features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace. The property is around 28 km from Kandy Museum, 28 km from Sri Dalada Maligawa and 31 km from Bogambara Stadium. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. We stayed for two nights – and it was simply amazing! High up in the Knuckles, right in the middle of nature, lies this beautiful chalet. It is very clean, perfectly sized, and offers breathtaking views. The whole property is tastefully designed and even has its own garden with vegetables and spices, from which fresh meals are prepared. The staff are incredibly friendly and helpful, making you feel welcome from the very beginning. We received valuable tips and had the chance to exchange thoughts about the surroundings and Sri Lanka in general. One absolute highlight of our stay was the High Knuckles Trek: we hiked for 5–6 hours through the mountains, saw stunning waterfalls, and even spotted a rare Leaf-nosed Lizard – an endemic reptile with a leaf-shaped nose, perfectly camouflaged in the forest. Another fascinating part of the trek was the constantly changing weather: sometimes sunny and clear, then suddenly misty and humid, which gave the landscape an almost mystical atmosphere. Our guide always took great care of us, ensured our safety, and impressed us with his deep knowledge about the flora, fauna, and the region. We are absolutely thrilled with this accommodation and can only highly recommend it – for everyone who wants to experience nature, adventure, and true Sri Lankan hospitality!

Spiritual Nature Farm - Sri Lanka features mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking, located in Matale, 29 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall.

There is a shared bathroom with shower in all units, along with free toiletries and slippers. I give a 10 not for the accommodation, which was really simple, but for the real and raw experience of living a couple of days together with Niro, Umanga and their family. We saw the beautiful sides as their hospitality, the stunning nature, good organic food. But we also saw the struggle and need for financial support as they lost their original land (some photos are still from the old land) and termites are breaking their home. They have good intentions, trying not only to help themselves, but having worked together with the school in the village and helped people build their homes. Right now they need help on their own home. So if you'd like to get to know them and support them, come and check out their place.

Featuring a garden, private pool and mountain views, Plantation Retreat is set in Matale. There is an on-site restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available. Book this place when you wish to see many things in and around Kandy! The owners went the extra mile to make me super happy. He is a safe driver who showed me many places per day in his comfortable car and she cooked fantastic meals for me with fresh herbs and spices out of their own ‘jungle’. They are a lovely and honest family, the best hosts during my world-travel :-) Also: the place is a gem in the mountains, beautiful decorated and with a clean pool. I felt really at home here.

Set just 22 km from Bogambara Stadium, Walawwa Matale offers accommodation in Matale with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as luggage storage space. The property features mountain and garden views, and is 21 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. Excellent stay. You’re gonna love it! We felt like kings here 😀

Located in Matale, 29 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, Aluvihare Residence provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a restaurant. With free WiFi, this 2-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service. The property is non-smoking and is set 30 km from Bogambara Stadium. Very good place and very good hotel

Offering a garden and garden view, Irene's Home is located in Matale, 27 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall and 28 km from Bogambara Stadium. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. The guest house features family rooms. This was an unexpected find in Matale. A bit off the beaten path, but an easy walk or trishaw ride to town. Its location was a plus since it was peaceful and serene. The owner helped arrange a guide to Knuckles Forest Reserve. The meals were also delicious and authenticity Sri Lankan. We would definitely stay here again.

Featuring a garden, shared lounge and views of river, Riverston Nature Villa is situated in Rattota, 41 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. There is a restaurant serving Asian cuisine, free private parking and an electric vehicle charging station. The super friendly and very communicative owner gave good tips for hiking and showed us a nice waterfall nearby. Our highlight was that he organized a night-out in the village, showing us around the rice fields and the temple and serving us amazing local food in the village in the traditional way. If you are looking for a great local experience in the nature you came to the right place!