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Reviews of Traditional Kandyan House

Shangri La, No.02, Mahamaya Mawatha, 20000 Kandy, Sri Lanka

Review score

Based on 184 hotel reviews

8.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.4

  • Comfort

    8.4

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    8.2

  • Staff

    9.6

  • Value for money

    8.9

  • Free WiFi

    7.5

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  • Reviewed: 3 September 2025

    10
    Cosy and authentic Kandy hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Very comfortable and situated right next to the lake. The ladies who run the hotel are so wonderful and make you feel right at home. They were really accommodating to my dietary requirements for breakfast and there was so much food. The lady who runs the hotel was incredibly helpful when I was booking my tuk tuk to the train station too, speaking with the driver to make sure they knew where they were going and ensured I got off safely.

    Stayed in September 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 August 2025

    7.0
    I do believe that situation with the bill doesn’t happen often. Believe at least, so I can recommend it, if you don’t mi
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    BUT!!!!! Next to the guesthouse there is a resto with very loud music, so i could not sleep until 3am. Maybe because it was Friday and Saturday, but it definitely made the stay bad. + Booking gave me a discount, that is why I booked this place, but in the end they charged me without this discount and since ladies do not speak English, and the bill was done by owner, I had to pay what they asked for me. Bad experience in terms of it.

    Ladies who work there are very nice and ready to help, wonderful, thank you! location and rooms are good! Breakfast is great

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 August 2025

    9.0
    Like at grandmother
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Family Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very friendly and kind hosts, who helped with everything we needed, we felt really welcomed here. Good home made breakfast

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 August 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    We stayed in this guesthouse for two nights during the Esala Perahera, and it has been absolutely comfortable and welcoming! The room itself was clean and comfortable, and the toilet was definitely spacious. Thumbs up for the mosquito net, which is always a must in sri lanka! It has a super convenient location: one-minute walk from the lake, and just a few minutes tuktuk ride to the centre. The breakfast was good, abounding and varied. A special thanks to Kush, the host, that has always been so available and nice to us! My friend started to have a minor issue, and Kush didn't hesitate to help us find the best clinic and contact the best doctor for us! We also had the chance to meet her husband, who happened to be a hatha yoga teacher: definitely advice to do a lesson with him!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 July 2025

    10
    A little gem - I hope to return one day
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I had a frog in my bathroom! But my husband released it back to the garden! It is a tropical country!

    A little haven of traditional calm with lovely gardens and heaps of Kandyan artefacts. Fascinating and friendly hostess. Excellent location just a short walk from everything. Delicious traditional Sri Lankan breakfast - great value

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 June 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very cozy place (if you’re looking for the Kandiest place in Kandy, I would presume this is it), great location super close to the lake, very friendly host and very helpful. They also organize yoga sessions.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 May 2025

    8.0
    Great host & location!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The owner/host was so helpful. She definitely went above and beyond. Comfy bed, gorgeous artwork and sculptures, great hot shower. Loved the location so close to Kandy Lake and the tea service.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 May 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff is very friendly and helpful. The host also offered me to practise yoga on the terrace. In addition,they can also organise eco-friendly tours (hiking,ayurveda...). With regard to the food,the breakfast was amazing. Since I stayed for 1 week,they even once cooked a delicious dinner for me. I also very much liked that there is an area where one can sit outside.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2025

    9.0
    Good price for a nice place
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Opening and closing the shower need a look at!!!

    Atmosphere in the house was really traditional. The host was very kind. Nice breakfast

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 May 2025

    10
    Great value for money, we would stay again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It's a great value for money, we liked the place very much.

    Lovely set up, great breakfast and lovely restaurant and tea place just next door. Very cute resident dog 😂

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2025

    9.0
    Great location and lovely host.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was smaller than we expected, our judgment was out on how much luggage we have.

    The host was charming and the house was very traditional. The breakfasts were delicious and served on a beautiful patio area.The location was near to town.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2025

    9.0
    I strongly recommend this place
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    I have no reservations. For some people perhaps the noise from the club which is nearby.

    The interiors are decorated with great artistic flair. Breakfasts are delicious and in a very pleasant setting.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 April 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    I had a wonderful stay at this gorgeous, tastefully decorated, well-located home in Kandy. The owner is very kind and accommodating and speaks perfect French and English. There is a very good restaurant right next door. I wish I could have stayed longer than one night!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 April 2025

    10
    wonderful stay!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    we absolutely loved our stay in the beautiful 200 year old Traditional Kandy House. it's a real treat - the architecture and artwork is lovely, the bedrooms and communal lounge and patio really pretty, and breakfast delicious with something different every day. it's rare to find this authentic experience for the price! Kush looks after you beautifully as do the lovely ladies in the team at the house. we also loved our spa treatments and fabulous trek arranged with them. the location is great, just 15 to 20 minutes walk into town along the quiet side of the lake. we were sad to leave - would have loved to do more trekking, do a cookery course and, of course, indulge in another spa day. i hope we'll be back one day!

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 March 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The host is wonderfully warm and friendly, also very relaxed and accommodating. The gave us advice on how to enjoy the afternoon. We offered a huge generous breakfast. The shower was a amazing hot with good pressure. A lovely stay , we will be back.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 14 March 2025

    9.0
    Recommended
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hosts were very helpful. I felt at home and extended my reservation. Highly recommended!

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 March 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

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    I had a nice room here, with AC. It was comfortable and it had hot water in the shower. The breakfast was big, traditional. I loved it. Also a good location by the lake.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 March 2025

    8.0
    You will feel like at home.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not a huge issue but ants in the bathroom, they don't really go to the bedroom tho, also, after shower, as there is no glass, the bathroom floor gets really wet. Regardless of that small things I would stay there again.

    Good location, still close to centre (15-20 min walk) but away enough from traffic of the city. Tasty breakfast and coffee / tea on arrival. Really lovely and accommodating staff, will make you feel like at home. Unique building with traditional furniture and feel to it.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 March 2025

    9.0
    Great place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Authentic lovely guest house in The heart of the city and perfectly away from hussle. Great staff filling and tasty breakfast. Great value for money. Thank you all .

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 February 2025

    10
    Comfortable stay in a beautiful historical house.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    It is hard to think of anything negative to say about this place. The house is historical, with beautiful traditional and artistic decor. The rooms were large, classic bedrooms, with a high ceiling and reliable hot water. The owner and staff were very friendly and helpful. They helped me prepare some medicine I had obtained because I was unwell, and adjusted the breakfast to meet my dietary requirements (gluten-free). The atmosphere was also nice, with it being easy to chat with the other friendly guests at meal times. The location is good - fairly close to the main sites but just far enough away to be out of the tourist crowds of the centre itself.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 February 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Attentive staff

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 February 2025

    8.0
    Overall, a pleasant stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    - facilities are a bit old (but functional) - can't open any window - music/bass from club across can be heard until ~11pm

    - good location - good breakfast (served in nice Café just next door) - very few mosquitos - comfy bed Recommendations: if you like hiking, do the Pekoe trail Part 1. I liked the "no name"-restaurant close-by (however, bring some time).

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 February 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The house is in a really good location with a lovely walk along by the lake into the centre of Kandy. The breakfast was delicious and the host was very friendly!

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 February 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful house that is over 200 years old. Very cool, airy bungalow furnished with traditional furniture and art. It's been passed down through the generations and gives an intimate sense of the local history and culture. Kush the owner runs it well with the three ladies who cook wonderful meals. She teaches French language and literature and can tell you fascinating stories about her family and home. Very kind and generous lady. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

    Stayed in February 2025

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