Castle Hill Bungalow by Seven Angels

Hotels
8.8 (279 reviews)
22 Rajapihilla Mawatha , Kandy , lk

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Garden
BBQ facilities
Laundry
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful views
Friendly staff
Spacious rooms
Good location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Value for money concerns
Inconsistent food quality

Categories

Cleanliness
8.15
Several mentions of humidity, odors, and issues with existing facilities.
Service
9.99
Guests highlighted the warm and friendly nature of the staff, which significantly enhanced their experience.
Location
9.66
The hotel offers stunning views and is close to the Kandy city center, which guests appreciated.
Room Quality
8.61
Rooms were described as large and comfortable, but there were issues with amenities like insufficient power points.
Amenities
8.64
While the property has good amenities, some items, like the coffee machine, were not functioning.
Value for Money
8.1
Some guests felt that the pricing did not reflect the overall quality and condition of the property.
Food and Beverage
8.15
Breakfast quality was mixed with specific mentions of instant coffee rather than brewed, and inconsistent food experiences.
Overall Experience
9.12
Many guests had a pleasant stay despite some issues, due to the beautiful setting and helpful staff.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-22 12:02

Property Description

Mansion Surrounded by Gardens
Castle Hill Guest House, just a 10-minute stroll from Kandy Town, offers a charming stay in a mansion nestled amidst picturesque gardens.

Comfortable Rooms and Amenities
The basic rooms, each equipped with a fan, cable TV, and work desk, provide a cozy retreat. En suite bathrooms with hot-water showers ensure a relaxing experience.

Convenient Location and Services
Situated 84 km from Bandaranaike International Airport, the guest house offers free parking for guests. Additionally, amenities such as a library, luggage storage, and laundry services cater to all needs.

Book your stay at Castle Hill Guest House for an unforgettable experience amidst tranquility and comfort.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:30 PM
Airport code: CMB

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 279 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.15
Service: 9.99
Location: 9.66
Room Quality: 8.61
Amenities: 8.64
Value for Money: 8.1
Food and Beverage: 8.15
Overall Experience: 9.12
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Monika solo_traveller in
10
Beautiful bungalow overlooking the city.
Pros:

The property overlooks the Kandy Lake and the entire city. It's a beautiful 120 year old cottage with a stunning lawns surrounding it. It's quite close to the city center, but away from the histle bustle. The most alluring aspect however is the service. Sisila was our host and he was absolutely wonderful. Would recommend this to anyone who is looking to stay in Kandy.

2026-09-10 via Nuitee
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MICHAEL couple au
8
Love the old colonial house and attentive service
Pros:

The staff were excellent especially Donanajaya and breakfast was really good I recommend the traditional breakfast

Cons:

The rooms were in need of some renovation work and they need to buy new towels.

2026-09-02 via Nuitee
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Dusan couple sk
10
Amazing
Pros:

The property is like a dream. Amazing big house, you feel like royalty. The garden is even more amazing. Unfortanutely the weather was little cold so I didnt try the swimming pool but it looked spacious with an amazing view for the city. The property is managed by 4 young guys who do everything for you, and they make the most delicious breakfast ever.

Cons:

nothing

2026-08-30 via Nuitee
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Pasquale Fabio Barra couple it
10
Pros:

Lo staff eccezionale, bellissima la struttura.

Cons:

Nulla

2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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Giuseppe couple it
9
Hotel coloniale con Fantastica vista sul lago
Pros:

Posizione incantevole con vista lago e Tempio della Reliquia del Dente di Buddha distante solo 10-15’ a piedi. Stile coloniale. Ottima colazione. Perfetto per Esala Perahera

Cons:

Le chiavi per chiudere appartamento sono un po’ vecchie e il meccanismo di chiusura non è agevole.

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Swiya family_with_children ae
8
Beautiful view, gorgeous gardens, heritage property
Pros:

The property is gorgeous- its a beautiful heritage bungalow set amidst stunning gardens. The view from the garden is magnificent- you can see Kandy lake and parts of the city from an elevation and yet you are so close to the city. That was a huge plus. The two very hardworking boys in the bungalow were really helpful and attentive- it was clear that they were holding up the entire show. We had all our meals here and they were of exquisite quality!! They serve lovely curries and cutlets- not on the menu but please ask! You wont regret it! The personal touch felt wonderful and we truly enjoyed meeting other guests at the dinner table - it was unlike any hotel stay- we really loved bumping into strangers and then making friends- an informal set up you wouldn’t encounter in a hotel stay. The garden and landscaping is absolutely gorgeous. When the lights come on in the evening, the place looks like a magical mystery escape.

Cons:

While the property itself is stunning, some basic upkeep is badly needed. We had a broken window from where bugs , lizards could easily get in, we plugged it with a rolled up towel and hoped for the best.
Quality of toiletries was bad and synthetic smelling. There was no shampoo and no lotion. The door lock was broken and fixed with a screw that stuck out which was a safety hazard. Lights in places in the room and toilets didn’t work. There was a musty smell in the rooms. Floors weren’t clean, our feet became very dirty- there were no slippers or robes in the rooms. The bathroom glass was dangerously shakey. The house water seemed cloudy- had to ask for bottled water which was also charged, unlike anywhere else in Sri Lanka.
The management needs to pay attention. The property is too beautiful for this wasted potential. The price paid for the rooms should be enough to support this level of basic refurbishment. If you can look away from some of this, the overall feeling of this place is magical.

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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gomez-escobar solo_traveller in
10
Beautiful bungalow
Pros:

I loved this place. The house is beautiful. Very spacious and comfortable room. The food was great. The gardens and view are very nice. The staff was the best!!!! Friendly, professional, helpful. Really wonderful staff. Great wifi in my room.

Cons:

I liked everything.

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Mark couple au
10
2026-08-26 via Nuitee
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Grégoire couple fr
10
2026-08-24 via Nuitee
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Frederique couple ch
10
2026-08-22 via Nuitee
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Kelly solo_traveller gb
10
2026-08-20 via Nuitee
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Laurence extended_group fr
7
Agréable
Pros:

L’accueil et le service exceptionnel.
La vue

Cons:

Nous avions une chambre pour 3 personnes. Le lit double était parfait mais le lit simple inconfortable. Notre chambre donnait sur l’accueil/pièce principale avec une très mauvais isolation sonore. Nous entendions donc tout. Impossible de faire une grasse matinée. Cet hôtel manque un peu de chaleur et coin cosy pour dîner. Je trouve qu’il n’est pas à la hauteur du prix demandé (si on se réfère à l’offre locale bien sûr).

2026-08-18 via Nuitee
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Mauro couple it
9
2026-08-18 via Nuitee
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Stefano extended_group it
9
2026-08-17 via Nuitee
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Mona extended_group lb
10
Perfect stay and exceptional staff
Pros:

Everything exceptional charming space

2026-08-12 via Nuitee
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Leisa couple nz
10
Old world charm with wonderful hospitality 🙏
Pros:

Upon arrival, we were absolutely in awe of the stunning gardens and old world British colonial hotel. We felt like we had stepped back in time. Our room was delightful with a 4 posted large very comfortable bed and doors opening out onto the garden. Our breakfast was delicious with fresh fruit and a cooked breakfast or traditional Sri Lankan breakfast.
What we treasured the most however was how caring and thoughtful the staff were. We would like to make special mention of Dananjaya who looked after our every need, getting ice and slicing up limes for our Gin & Tonics and even setting up an outside table for breakfast on our last morning. I would go as far to say this has been one of the best places we have stayed in Sri Lanka.
Thank you again Dananjaya 🙏

2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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Alexandra solo_traveller fr
10
Pros:

The suite was beautiful. A wonderful house and a wonderful garden, very calm and exquisite staff. Excellent breakfast. Only a few minutes drive from the main temple. I highly recommend.

Cons:

The pictures are the same for almost all rooms, whereas in reality they are very different (size, space, amenities), I had the suite with the armchairs which is huge and beautiful ! But there is only 1 such room at the hotel. Thanks.

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Mark solo_traveller gb
8
4
Pros:

Beautiful property with fantastic views in a quiet location but close to lake.

Cons:

Shower was not always working, either too cold or no water but they did fix it. Air conditioning unit dripping all night long.

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Claudia couple it
10
È un posto magico dove vovere un’esperienza unica
Pros:

Luogo di incredibile bellezza e buon gusto. C’è un immenso giardino tropicale, la villa è elegantissima e piena di cose belle. Ci hanno fatto l’upgrade e la stanza era molto lussuosa.

Cons:

Nulla

2026-07-15 via Nuitee
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VALENTINA solo_traveller it
10
Pros:

Questa struttura è un sogno! Intrisa di fascino, ti offre un servizio di alto livello grazie all'accoglienza di Dananjaya, Chamidu & Dilsha. È una villa antica, conservata benissimo, arredata con mobili d'epoca e ti regala una bellissima vista su Kandy ed il suo lago. Consigliatissima!

Cons:

Nulla! Tutto perfetto!

2026-07-12 via Nuitee