I have created a list with the best hotel bars in Kandy, Sri Lanka. Especially places with wonderful cocktail bars and rooftop bars. Hope you enjoy it. I think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
Hotel with terrace bar. Enjoying good location, Royal Bar & Hotel provides charming accommodation in the heart of Kandy. Only 400 metres from Kandy Museum, it features a beautiful outdoor terrace, elegant rooms and free WiFi access. At Royal Bar & Hotel, you can organize a barbeque session or enjoy activities such as cycling and hiking. Light snacks and local beer will be served at the bar. Housed in a colonial-style building, the hotel is located 300 metres from Sri Dalada Maligawa and 700 metres from Bogambara Stadium. Bandaranaike International Airport is 84 km from the hotel. Rooms feature classic Sri Lankan-style décor and hardwood floors. They come with a balcony, minibar and air conditioning. They also have a private bathroom with premium toiletries and hot-water showers. Select rooms offer a bathtub. For guests’ convenience, the hotel also provides airport transfers and shuttle services at an additional cost. A variety of authentic Sri Lankan-style cuisines can be enjoyed at the restaurant.Show full description
Hotel with rooftop bar. Located in the hill capital of Kandy in the central highlands of Sri Lanka, Radisson Hotel Kandy is modern hotel featuring a rooftop pool, bar and lounge and fitness centre. All rooms are designed to offer flexible, modern yet homely living spaces complete with a 40-inch LED TV, complimentary WiFi, work desk, mini bar and tea/ coffee making facilities. Bommu Rooftop Bar offers a panoramic view of the town of Kandy along with cocktails and finger foods. The spacious bathrooms offer a rain shower, complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Union pay is accepted here. Dine is Radisson Hotel Kandy’s signature all-day dining restaurant serving buffet breakfast. A delectable range of Asian and International cuisine prepared using only fresh and hand-picked produce is available for lunch and dinner. Radisson Hotel Kandy is centrally located: a 7-minute away walk from the Temple of the Tooth Relic and a 9-minute walk from Kandy City Center. Bandaranaike International Airport is 84 km away.Show full description
Hotel Casamarais located in the heart of Kandy City, a 3-minute walk from Kandy Lake and the Temple of Tooth. It offers a restaurant, a rooftop pub and an outdoor swimming pool. Free parking is provided on site. Air-conditioned guest rooms are fitted with a minibar, a fan and a TV with satellite channels. The en suite bathroom comes with toiletries and hot/cold shower facilities. Laundry and ironing services are offered. Luggage storage can be found at the 24-hour front desk. Car rental services are available. The on site restaurant serves a variety of Sri Lankan, Western and Chinese dishes. Drinks and snacks can be enjoyed at the Stag Head Pub. Casamara Hotel is a 2-minute walk from Kandy City Centre Shopping Mall. It is 80 km from Colombo International Airport.Show full description
Hotel with terrace bar. Set in Kandy, 3 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, View360 offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a shared lounge. Boasting room service, this property also provides guests with a terrace. The hotel also features free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service. At the hotel all rooms have air conditioning, a desk, a balcony with a city view, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV, bed linen and towels. All guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. The daily breakfast offers buffet, à la carte or continental options. At View360 you will find a restaurant serving local, Asian and international cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and halal options can also be requested. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire is available at the accommodation. Sri Dalada Maligawa is 3.4 km from View360, while Kandy Museum is 3.4 km from the property.Show full description
Skyloft Kandy by Aaradhya stands at an altitude of 700 metres from the sea level. All rooms provide free WIFI, a TV, minibar and tea/coffee making facilities. Skyloft Kandy by Aaradhya is 1.7 km from Ceylon Tea Museum, Bogambara Stadium is 4 km while Kandy City Center Shopping Mall is 4.5 km from the property. The nearest airport is Bandaranaike International Airport, 101 km from Skyloft Kandy by Aaradhya. All rooms are overlooking the majestic mountain range in Kandy and offer panoramic views of the beautifully landscaped Hantana Valley and Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property.Show full description
Located 500 metres above sea level, Cinnamon Citadel Kandy offers a spectacular outdoor pool. It offers well-appointed air-conditioned rooms featuring spacious interiors with fine bedding and furnishing. Each room is equipped with a minibar, tea/coffee making facilities and a TV with cable channels. Panorama Restaurant boasts an international menu, and continental dishes can be found at the Cafe C. The Lounge is an excellent venue to enjoy refreshing beverages and light snacks. Guests can enjoy a leisurely swim at the outdoor pool. Free Wi-Fi is provided on site. The hotel’s tour desk can help organise trips to popular attractions such as the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage. Cinnamon Citadel Kandy is located a 20-minute drive from the famous Sacred Tooth Relic of Lord Buddha site. Bandaranaike International Airport is a 5-hour drive from the hotel, and free parking is provided.Show full description
Hotel with terrace bar. Located in Kandy, Mountbatten Bungalow- Thema Collection - Kandy welcomes guests with an outdoor swimming pool and a spacious sun terrace. This self-catering accommodation also offers free WiFi access throughout the property. Guests can also utilize the barbeque facilities. The villa is 3.8 km away from Kandy Railway Station. You can also check out Ceylon Tea Museum, 1.8 km away and Kandy's Royal Botanical Gardens, 3 km way. Bandaranaike International Airport is located 81 km from the property. Rooms are elegant featuring classic Sri Lankan-style decor and parquet flooring. All of the rooms come with a sofa seating area, a flat-screen TV and a minibar. Stylish en suite bathrooms include a bathtub and a hairdryer. The warm and friendly staff at Mountbatten Bungalow- Thema Collection's 24-hour front desk can assist you with laundry/ironing services and bicycle/car rentals. Rejuvenating spa treatments and traditional massages can be enjoyed on site. Airport transfers can be arranged for a small fee. In-room dining is possible and breakfast can be served in the room upon request.Show full description
The Grand Kandyan, is a 5-star property, tucked away in Kandy only 1.2 km from Sri Dalada Maligawa. It welcomes guests with a spacious outdoor pool and complimentary WiFi access. Light snacks and a variety of alcoholic beverages are served at the bar. Rooms feature large windows and fully carpeted flooring. If you feel like visiting the surroundings, check out Kandy Museum situated 1.2 km away and Bogambara Stadium, located 1.9 km away. Bandaranaike International Airport is 85 km from the hotel. Rooms are elegantly furnished and fully air-conditioned. Amenities include a private balcony, a minibar and a sofa seating area. En suite bathrooms have free toiletries and a bathtub. Refreshing workouts can be enjoyed at the fitness centre. Guests staying at The Grand Kandyan can utilize the meeting facilities and free parking spaces. It also offers soothing spa treatments and traditional massages. Sample tasty local and international meals at the buffet restaurant.Show full description
Hotel with terrace bar. Offering an outdoor pool and sun terrace, The Theva Residency is located in Kandy in the Kandy District Region. The hotel has a sauna and hammam, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property and free private parking is available on site. Some rooms feature a private bathroom with a spa bath, while others have bathrobes and slippers. Some units have a seating area where you can relax. You will find a kettle in the room. Extras include free toiletries and a hairdryer. A flat-screen TV with cable channels is featured. You will find a shared lounge and library at the property. You can play billiards and darts at the hotel. The hotel also offers car hire. Bogambara Stadium is 2 km from The Theva Residency, while Kandy City Center Shopping Mall is 2.5 km away. Bandaranaike International Airport is 104 km from the property.Show full description
Located in Kandy, Amaya Hills, a leading 5-star hotel in Kandy, offers a hillside retreat overlooking the Heerassagala forest. Known as one of the best luxury hotels in Kandy, this hotel features traditional Sri Lankan architecture, an outdoor pool, a spa and a restaurant. Drinks are available at the Tea Room and Dumbara Bar. This Kandy hotel also offers air-conditioned rooms, including private balconies with mountain or valley views. Each room at Amaya Hills Kandy is fitted with a flat-screen TV and tea/coffee making facilities. The attached bathroom has a bathtub and shower. A large breakfast buffet is served at Rasawasala, one of the best restaurants in Kandy. Local and international dishes are offered along with indoor and outdoor seating making Dining at Amaya Hills Sri Lanka an absolute pleasure. Amaya Hills is 7 km from the heart of Kandy. Sri Lanka Airport is 117 km away.Show full description
Hotel with terrace bar. Featuring free WiFi, a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and a sun terrace, Le leopard d 'argent offers accommodation in Kandy. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Free private parking is available on site. Some units have a seating area for your convenience. Rooms have a private bathroom equipped with a bath or shower. There is a 24-hour front desk and gift shop at the property. You can play table tennis at this hotel, and car hire is available. Ceylon Tea Museum is 1.7 km from Le leopard d 'argent, while Kandy Royal Botanical Gardens is 2.9 km away. The nearest airport is Bandaranaike International Airport, 81 km from Le leopard d 'argent.Show full description
Hotel with terrace bar. Located in Kandy, within 15 km of Sri Dalada Maligawa and Kandy Museum, Bellwood Hills Resort & Spa offers accommodation with a fitness centre and free WiFi. With a garden, the property also has a terrace. The hotel provides an outdoor swimming pool, evening entertainment and a 24-hour front desk. At the hotel, each room is fitted with a balcony. All units at Bellwood Hills Resort & Spa come with a seating area. International & Sri Lankan breakfast options are available every morning at the accommodation. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire and car hire are available at BellwoodHills Resort & Spa.Show full description
The Golden Crown Hotel is a 5-star hotel located in Ampitya, Kandy, Srilanka. Set amidst lush paddy fields surrounded by lush greens, the property is just 10-minute drive away from the famous Temple of the Tooth Relic. Property features a swimming pool along with the INFINITY pool bar on the 2nd floor with a picturesque view where the guests can relax sipping an exotic drink from our swim-up bar. The property offers three restaurants: BRIX, a contemporary Irish type restaurant; THE LONG BAR, a welcoming venue resembling an Irish Pub; and TREATS, for breakfast, lunch or late night snack. Every room at this hotel is air conditioned and comes with a flat-screen satellite TV. Some rooms have a seating area for your convenience. You will find a kettle and minibar in the room. Each room is equipped with a private bathroom with a bidet and shower, with bathrobes, slippers and free toiletries provided. Situated on the top floor is LAVO, an upscale night club. Refreshing workouts can be enjoyed at the fitness centre. The spa offers a range of treatments. Complimentary parking is available on site. Sri Dalada Maligawa is 2.6 km from The Golden Crown Hotel, while Kandy Museum is 2.6 km away. Bandaranaike International Airport is 86 km from the property. Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage (1 hr and 26 min), Embekka Dewalaya (18.3 Km /48 min) , Pallekelle International Cricket Stadium(27Min/14.2Km), British Garrison Cemetery (2.7km), Horton Plains National Park (3hr 55 min ), Sri Lankathilake Rajamaha Viharaya (47.3min/18.4km), Royal Palace Park (8min.3.5km) , Udawatta Sanctuary(5.4km), Sigiriya (2hr 40 min)& Dambulla (2hr 8min), Distance to Ella (3hr 25min).Show full description
Hotel with terrace bar. Simpson's Forest Hotel has free bikes, outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre and garden in Kandy. Boasting room service, this property also provides guests with a terrace. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property. All guest rooms at the hotel feature air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, DVD player, and a private bathroom with a bidet, free toiletries and a hairdryer. All rooms include a kettle, while certain rooms also offer a kitchen with a fridge, an oven and a microwave. All rooms have a desk. At Simpson's Forest Hotel you will find a restaurant serving American, Chinese and Asian cuisine. Dairy-free, halal and gluten-free options can also be requested. The accommodation offers a children's playground. You can play billiards at this 5-star hotel, and the area is popular for hiking and cycling. Kandy City Center Shopping Mall is 13 km from Simpson's Forest Hotel, while Sri Dalada Maligawa is 13 km from the property.Show full description
Hotel Topaz is nestled on top of Anniewatte Mountain. It provides a spa, a large outdoor pool and elegant accommodation. WiFi is available for free throughout the property. All rooms are well-appointed with a tea/coffee maker, a hairdryer and ironing facilities. They have luxurious beddings and large windows which allow much natural light in. Spectacular views of the mountain are enjoyed from guestrooms. Guests can relax with a delicious local dish at The Topaz Hotel’s restaurant. It also provides international meals. Room service is available. Topaz Hotel features tennis courts and a fitness centre. There is also an Ayurvedic Centre where relaxing massages and body treatments are provided. For a fun evening with family and friends, there is a night club on site. The beautiful hotel is 1.5 km from the famous Temple of the Tooth and a 3-hour drive from Bandaranaike International Airport.Show full description
Hotel with terrace bar. Situated 300 metres from Lakeside Adventist Hospital, Viyana Boutique Hotel boasts a terrace and hot tub. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Rooms come with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Some rooms include a seating area for your convenience. Certain units feature views of the lake or city. The rooms have a private bathroom equipped with a shower. For your comfort, you will find bathrobes and slippers. Viyana Boutique Hotel features free WiFi throughout the property. There is a shared lounge at the property. The hotel also offers car hire. Kandy Museum is 400 metres from Viyana Boutique Hotel, while Sri Dalada Maligawa is 500 metres away. The nearest airport is Bandaranaike International Airport, 84 km from the property.Show full description
Hotel with terrace bar. Located amidst rolling green hills and the Madulkelle Tea Estate, this property offers tents with a terrace, a seating area, and en suite bathroom with hot/cold water. Wired internet access is available. The peaceful Madulkelle Tea and Eco Lodge offers a retreat away from the city. It is just a 15-minute walk to Hatale Waterfalls and a 40-minute drive to Knuckles Mountain Range, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Guests can soak up the sun or take a dip at the outdoor pool. The friendly staff at this Eco Lodge can organise a campfire or a visit to the tea factory. Trekking and day trips can also be arranged. A restaurant is available serving a variety of dishes with organic vegetables, straight from their own garden. The property is 30 km to Kandy Town and 140 km to Colombo City. Colombo International Airport is a 4-hour drive away.Show full description
Featuring an outdoor pool, in-house restaurant and relaxing spa treatments, Earl’s Regent Hotel is conveniently placed just 4.5 km from Kandy Railway Station. Free WiFi is available in the rooms of the property. Guests can also utilize the barbeque facilities and business centre. Only 2.1 km from Kandy Royal Botanical Gardens, the hotel is also 5.5 km from Kandy Lake and 6 km from the ancient Temple of Tooth Relics. The Bandaranaike International Airport is 102 km away. Stylish rooms at Earl’s Regent Hotel feature a flat-screen TV and private balcony. A minibar and seating area are included as well. The en suite bathrooms come with fluffy bathrobes and a hairdryer. Refreshing workouts can be enjoyed at the fitness centre. Other facilities include a 24-hour front desk and a tour desk. A variety of local Sri Lankan, Chinese and continental dishes will be served at the accommodation’s in-house restaurant. For alternative dining options, room service is available.Show full description
Hotel with terrace bar. Situated in Kandy, 3.9 km from Ceylon Tea Museum, Eagle Regency Hotel features rooms with mountain views and free WiFi. All rooms boast a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom. Eagle Regency Hotel offers some units with pool views, and each room has a terrace. The hotel provides river views and an outdoor pool. All rooms in the hotel are equipped with a kettle. All units at the accommodation include air conditioning and a desk. The daily breakfast offers continental and buffet options. At Eagle Regency Hotel you will find a restaurant serving Chinese, European and Asian cuisine. A halal option can also be requested. The 24-hour front desk can offer helpful tips for getting around the area. Kandy Royal Botanical Gardens is 3.2 km from the hotel. Bandaranaike International Airport is 103 km away.Show full description
Hotel with terrace bar. Attractively set in the centre of Kandy, Romance Hills Hotel features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, free private parking and room service. The property is around 4.7 km from Bogambara Stadium, 4.8 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall and 4.9 km from Kandy railway station. Guests can enjoy American and Seafood dishes at the restaurant or have a cocktail at the snack bar. Rooms are equipped with a kettle, while certain rooms are equipped with a terrace and others also boast city views. At the hotel, rooms come with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. The rooms have a wardrobe. Sri Dalada Maligawa is 5.9 km from Romance Hills Hotel, while Kandy Museum is 6 km from the property.Show full description
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