Budget
Kandy Cottage
Eco-friendly retreat for writers and artists, but it also welcomes regular holiday makers with facilities from laundry to laser printing. Although it nestles in a little hollow adjoining a tiny virgin forest 'Udawatta Kele Royal Forest Sanctuary' - it is only ten minutes' walk from the city centre. It has two double rooms and one family suite, all of them enabled with broadband internet.
There are lots of cheapish guest houses to the south and east of the lake, all a only a short walk from the town centre, and generally clean and friendly.
Burmese Rest
The cheapest option in town. The Buddhist monks are friendly and the building is a quiet retreat from Kandy's noisy streets. You'll find it after one kilometer on the right hand side, on the road which begins at the Tooth Temple, leaving away from Kandy Lake. .
Mid range & splurge
Hill Top Hotel
Two star hotel. The onsite restaurant serves a variety of local and international dishes.
Chaaya Citadel Kandy
Offers a stay that takes you back in time. The four star hotel is away from the hustle and bustle of the city but near enough to access the cultural marvels that Kandy has to offer.
Suisse Hotel
Colonial hotel.
Mahaweli Reach Hotel
Five star hotel.
Tourmaline Hotel
The hotel has 29 furnished rooms with modern amenities.
Swiss Residence Kandy Hotel
40 rooms.
Riverdale Hotel
Amaya Hills Kandy
100 Room hotel. Nestled among the splendour of the rolling Hantana Hills discover a new rhythm to life. Amid verdant hillsides high above the famed city of Kandy, Amaya Hills welcomes you to graceful private havens with designs recalling the regionâs ancient and natural wonders. All rooms and suites boast private balconies overlooking the sweeping valley or lush mountainside, with interiors defined by unforgettable details and natural, modern grandeur. Discover the local lure of Sinhalese heritage throughout the kingdom of Kandy, exploring traditional markets, ancient temples, and the regionâs renowned natural beauty. After venturing out, return to the resort to luxuriate in the soothing touch of Ayruvedic spa treatments, or sample culinary flavours, masterfully concocted. Spend indulgent evenings in the majestic pool underneath a canopy of stars, or sipping cocktails at our private club deep in the hillside. Experience Amaya Hills - the sweep of natural splendour and the timeless tradition of the Kandyan culture.
Earl's Regency
This 100 room five star luxury hotel has restaurants with a variety of international cuisine, 24 hour room service, a coffee shop, Ayurvedic health centre, shopping arcade, a sauna and wedding, conference and banquets facilities. Evening entertainment includes disco, karaoke, live bands, oriental bands, bingo and cultural shows.
Golden View Rest
View on the lake and a part of the city. Hot water and very clean rooms. A/C and non A/C rooms. The breakfast is not included in the price if not asked. CAUTION: Beware of the owner's "free" tuk-tuk scam-- your driver will demand an extortionate sum of money once you arrive at your destination.
Queen's Hotel
One of the oldest hotels in Kandy. Offers ideal geataway spots to watch the Maligawa Perahera the procession.
Randholee Resort
The panoramic view from this resort is one of the better ones in the area, decked in Kandyan décor, all rooms do not have its own private balcony and bathrooms.
The Kandy Samadhicentre
Nature resort.
McLeod Inn
The couple who run the place are all smiles and very helpful. Rooms are sparkling clean, comfy beds, en suite with hot and cold water. Some beautiful views across Kandy from their balcony and from a couple of rooms, room 6 especially has floor to ceiling windows. No A/C, but you do not need it.
Hotel Topaz
77 tastefully furnished A/C rooms with piped music and hot and cold running water. 40 of them include a TV, a mini bar and bath tubs.