Mahaweli Reach Hotel

Hotels
8.1 (342 reviews)
P.O Box 78,35 P.B.A Weerakoon Mw , Kandy , lk
+94 812 472 727

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful views
Nice staff
Spacious rooms
Great pool area
Cons:
Poor food quality
Slow service
Dated areas

Categories

Cleanliness
7.6
Some areas of the hotel feel dated and could use a refresh.
Service
8.1
Standard service standard for a hotel of this rating.
Location
9.1
Fantastic riverside location with beautiful views.
Room Quality
8.6
The One Bed River Suite was spacious and had beautiful river views.
Amenities
8.1
Great pool area and charming gardens.
Value for Money
8.1
Generally a good value, but food quality is lacking.
Food and Beverage
6.6
Food was poor and lacked variety, needing improvement.
Overall Experience
8.6
Overall, a lovely stay but service and food could be improved.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-22 11:39

Property Description

Luxurious 5-Star Accommodation Along Mahaweli River

Scenic Views and Relaxation
The hotel offers rooms with private balconies showcasing tropical greenery. Guests can unwind with Ayurvedic massages and enjoy the picturesque backdrop of rolling mountains.

Abundant Leisure and Wellness Facilities
From a large outdoor pool to tennis courts and a luxury Ayurveda spa, the hotel provides ample opportunities for relaxation and rejuvenation. Additionally, guests can engage in water sports and utilize the fitness facilities.

Culinary Delights and Entertainment
Indulge in delicious Sri Lankan cuisine at the on-site restaurant while enjoying live entertainment. The hotel ensures a memorable dining experience alongside a range of business facilities for added convenience.

Book your stay at Mahaweli Reach Hotel for an unforgettable blend of luxury, comfort, and natural beauty.

Important information:

Mandatory Gala Dinner on December 24, 2022, and December 31, 2022. All charges are to be paid at the property directly. Rates are as follows:

December 24, 2022:
USD 60 per person

December 31, 2022:
USD 60 per person
Half rate will be charged for the children between 6 to 11 years.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: CMB

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 342 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.6
Service: 8.1
Location: 9.1
Room Quality: 8.6
Amenities: 8.1
Value for Money: 8.1
Food and Beverage: 6.6
Overall Experience: 8.6
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Madura • family_with_children • ca
5
need to wait two hours until rooms get ready. Check in time was 2.00PM. Rooms were ready at 4.00PM.
Pros:

Average foods in the buffet for dinner and breakfast

Cons:

Restaurant area was not quite. There were people who were putting up large canopy for another function next to restaurant. Lobby was full of people who cane for wedding function.
We expected peaceful environment. Not worth for money spent compared to other star class hotels in Sri Lanka

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Prasadi • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Location

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Indira • couple • au
9
2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Wiktoria • couple • nl
10
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Dowding • couple • gb
9
The rooms are in need of refurbishment. But still one of my favourite hotels in Kandy.
Pros:

The restaurant was excellent. The room was very big.

Cons:

The bathroom was in need of refurbishing.

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Anita • extended_group • no
10
Pros:

Fantastisk hage og bassengområde. Veldig hyggelig personale og super service. Svært god middagsbuffet.

Cons:

Litt gamle og slitne rom!

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • family_with_children • lk
9
Enjoyable Stay.
Pros:

This was our first time at this property, and we loved the location and the service provided. Special thanks to Lahiru, Indika, and Ajantha, to name a few. Everyone was very attentive to our kids’ needs. Keep up the good work!

2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Sajith Rangama • couple • lk
10
Overall, it was a comfortable and enjoyable stay with great food.
Pros:

The room was comfortable and clean, breakfast was delicious, and dinner was excellent.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Osura • solo_traveller • lk
10
2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Wimalin • couple • au
8
Pretty location
Pros:

The room had a classic look but felt a bit old. The hotel gardens and location were beautiful and great for the wedding we attended there. The pool was large photogenic and the view of the river from our room was also special.

Cons:

I wasn't sure why they had the bath/shower set up, as there was a high step to climb in and the bath was too small for an adult to soak properly. I wouldn't recommend our room type for old people or those with mobility issues for the bath/shower alone. Stepping out of the bath/shower with we feet could be dangerous. Also one of our pillows wasn't clean and had to been replaced by staff.

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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ABHISHEK • extended_group • in
8
Pros:

This is a great property overlooking the river. amazing staff and wonderfully sized rooms.

Cons:

There is scope of improvement in the food as the cuisine is limited to local and bland international flavours.

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Priyantha • solo_traveller • lk
7
Good
Pros:

Bedrooms, Facilities in there, Staff, Swimming pool, View and Nature.

Cons:

Some foods are not good very much

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Saqib • family_with_children • pk
9
It was great value for money!
Pros:

Rooms , breakfast , pool and above all the staff

Cons:

Ala carte menu was just ok

2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Said • couple • om
8
It was ok but not wow
Pros:

Nice environment and staff are great

Cons:

Price and food verity

2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Kantharuban • couple • ch
8
2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Nimali • couple • lk
10
2026-04-28 • via Nuitee
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Iona • couple • us
5
It was way too expensive for the service that was given Iam not happy
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Rooms didn’t have enough power ports
Front staff wasn’t that friendly
The throw pillows on the bed had brown water marks like it had been under water

2026-04-25 • via Nuitee
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Linda • solo_traveller • gb
10
A beautiful, classic retreat for work, relaxation and wellbeing with exceptional location and staff.
Pros:

Mahaweli Reach is an exceptional hotel and I returned twice within the space of three weeks as I enjoyed staying there so much. It is a stunning place to retreat and relax. The hotel has been tastefully developed over a long period and fully deserves to be highly recommended. The location, in lush, green, tropical gardens which are beautifully maintained, next to the river is stunning. The hotel is classic and comfortable and the rooms are large, clean and tastefully furnished. I specifically asked for a quiet room and was delighted to discover I had a balcony with a lovely, relaxing view across the lovingly landscaped gardens. The swimming pool with adjacent bar was large and very clean, with a well-equipped gym and spa facilities. I had an excellent massage during my stay, used both room service and the restaurant for my meals and really enjoyed the food. The staff were exceptional, always courteous and helpful, and willing to go the extra mile to ensure that I had the best guest experience possible.

Cons:

I loved everything about this hotel.

2026-04-24 • via Nuitee
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Satyajit • couple • in
10
A Lovely property with great amenities
Pros:

Personal touch the Executive Chef Sanjeewa had with the diners was wonderful and we enjoyed his company as well as the dinner. The hoppers and the curries were excellent. The swimming pool and other amenities were lovely. We enjoyed our evening at the pool. The staff were very helpful

Cons:

Desserts were all European

2026-04-22 • via Nuitee
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Aflaluddeen • solo_traveller • lk
10
2026-04-20 • via Nuitee