Simpson's Forest - Luxury Boutique Resort & Spa - Kandy

Hotels
9.3 (385 reviews)
Meenawatte Estate Elkaduwa, Wattegama , Kandy , lk

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Free beach shuttle
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful location
Friendly staff
Great amenities
Cons:
Slow service at times
Some comfort issues in rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
8.88
Clean and well-maintained property.
Service
9.35
Staff were friendly and attentive, contributing to a welcoming atmosphere.
Location
9.89
Beautiful setting with great views, ideal for relaxation.
Room Quality
8.34
Rooms were satisfactory but some guests noted issues with comfort.
Amenities
9.37
Infinity pool and nature walks are standout features.
Value for Money
9.33
Great value considering the quality of facilities and service.
Food and Beverage
9.38
Breakfast received positive comments; overall dining experience was good.
Overall Experience
9.85
Overall positive experience with minor complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-22 12:13

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation

Simpson's Forest Hotel, nestled in Kandy, offers a tranquil escape just 13 km from the bustling Kandy City Center Shopping Mall. The hotel boasts free bikes, private parking, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center for guests to unwind.

Exquisite Dining Options

Indulge in a gastronomic journey at the hotel's restaurant, serving a delectable array of American, Chinese, and Asian cuisine. For those with dietary preferences, dairy-free, halal, and gluten-free dishes are readily available upon request.

Entertainment and Recreation

Enjoy a plethora of activities during your stay, from billiards to hiking and cycling in the picturesque surroundings. Additionally, the hotel features a children's playground, ensuring a memorable experience for families.

Ready to experience luxury and serenity at Simpson's Forest Hotel? Book your stay now for an unforgettable getaway.

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.3
Based on 385 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.88
Service: 9.35
Location: 9.89
Room Quality: 8.34
Amenities: 9.37
Value for Money: 9.33
Food and Beverage: 9.38
Overall Experience: 9.85
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Selma couple dk
5
Pros:

The nature and views are amazing. The food is very good and tasty. The staff was friendly but could use some service training. The guided nature walk around the estate was nice.

Cons:

The gym was not good and had no free weights, only a few old machines. The interior in the restaurant made it feel like eating in a canteen. The staff lacks proper service education. There were a lot of children and noisy guests playing loud music at the pool and the staff did nothing about it. It was not the peaceful stay that we expected. Overall, this is definitely not a 5-star hotel.

2026-04-03 via Nuitee
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Stefanie couple de
10
Sehr schöner Aufenthalt - danke!
Pros:

Super freundliches Personal, außergewöhnlicher Pool mit Blick in die Berge und den Sonnenuntergang, sehr schöne Naturwanderungen durch die eigenen Teeplantagen mit leidenschaftlichen Guide

Cons:

Nichts, wir waren wunschlos glücklich in diesem Hotel auf unserer Sri Lanka Rundreise

2026-04-01 via Nuitee
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Toni extended_group ca
10
Wonderful stay!
Pros:

Beautiful resort with breathtaking views and a gorgeous infinity pool. The staff went out of the way to make our stay truly exceptional!

Cons:

Would have liked the pool to stay open a little later!

2026-03-28 via Nuitee
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Isobel family_with_children gb
8
Loved it would return!
Pros:

Gorgeous scenery. Especially the pool view is stunning. The staff were particularly exceptional and so lovely to the babies and toddlers that were either us. Especially Shane and Joanne who went out of their way to help us when the airline lost our luggage. Restaurants has lovely food too

Cons:

It’s far out from kandy which was fine for us as we wanted to stay somewhere scenic but that may not be for everybody

2026-03-26 via Nuitee
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Kozodavlieva couple ae
10
A quiet and luxurious stay with beautiful views
Pros:

What I really loved about this hotel is the privacy - it’s very quiet, with a huge property, stunning views, and delicious food in the restaurant as well as tasty breakfasts. I highly recommend it if you’re looking for a peaceful stay. There’s a gym, spa, restaurant, and pool. The staff is also excellent. I would definitely return to this hotel.

2026-03-26 via Nuitee
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Giorgia couple ch
10
PARADISE
Pros:

Amazing hotel , Amazing location, amazing staff and dreamy pool with sunset . Just a dream

Cons:

Restaurant food is average. Too bad. A hotel like this should have excellent food served.
Less options, more quality

2026-03-25 via Nuitee
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Roman couple ch
8
2026-03-21 via Nuitee
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Valeriya couple fr
10
2026-03-20 via Nuitee
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Caroline family_with_children fr
10
Pros:

L’hôtel est absolument magnifique et la vue depuis la piscine est tout simplement exceptionnelle.
Le personnel est remarquable, toujours attentionné et professionnel. Une mention toute particulière à Imalka, d’une gentillesse rare, que nous avons énormément appréciée.

2026-03-19 via Nuitee
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Ajit family_with_children in
10
2026-03-18 via Nuitee
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Sahiba couple in
9
2026-03-16 via Nuitee
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Benchawan “Penny” couple us
8
Beautiful grounds
Pros:

Simpson’s Forest is a truly peaceful and beautiful retreat just outside Kandy. The grounds are beautifully maintained, with lush greenery and a sense of calm everywhere you look. One of the highlights is the wonderful pool, perfectly positioned to overlook the stunning surrounding vistas—an ideal place to relax and take in the scenery. The entire property feels thoughtfully cared for, making it a lovely escape for anyone looking to enjoy nature, comfort, and tranquility in a beautiful setting.

Cons:

The hotel was not full during our stay, so it was surprising that we were placed in a room with neighbors on both sides. Unfortunately, the walls are quite thin, and we could clearly hear conversations and noise from adjacent rooms, which affected the overall comfort of our stay. A little more spacing between occupied rooms when availability allows would greatly improve the guest experience. Aside from that, the property itself was enjoyable.

2026-03-13 via Nuitee
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Scott family_with_children gb
9
Very nice, value for money
Pros:

Very nice setting and pool. Room very good and staff.

Cons:

Can’t complain

2026-03-11 via Nuitee
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Oleksandr couple gb
10
Good place to stay!
Pros:

Area of the hotel is very beautiful. We enjoyed the morning walk. Dinner buffet wasn’t too expensive (6000), breakfast also (500). We thought that the hotel being in remote area will charge very high prices as you dont have much choice arround, but no :)

Dinner buffet had good choices, everything tasty.

Cons:

There was a party next door to our room - which was first loud in the garden and then they walk us up at night. Hotel handled it ok, offered to move us (we didn’t bother because it was late already) and then gave us breakfast for free.

2026-03-09 via Nuitee
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Marina couple ae
10
2026-03-07 via Nuitee
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Lorraine couple gb
10
I’d recommend staying here for the beautiful, peaceful surroundings, fabulous scenery, beautiful accommodation,amazing
Pros:

Simply beautiful surroundings and views. The room was absolutely lovely. The food was excellent and staff were friendly and helpful. The infinity was fab…we watched the sunset from the pool - magical!

Cons:

Loved everything!

2026-03-03 via Nuitee
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Gavith family_with_children ca
8
2026-03-03 via Nuitee
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Dorian family_with_children fr
10
2026-03-03 via Nuitee
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Manoj couple kw
7
A wonderful property in the midst of nature but not woth the money from the facilities point of view
Pros:

The plus point of this properting is the location if you like to be in the midst of nature . The staff was also excellent and was very happy to attend our personilised needs

Cons:

Except the location and the staff every thing else is average or below average . Considering this aspect its not worth the money . The furniture was damaged , the items lilke the slippers were substandard

2026-03-03 via Nuitee
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Angelo couple au
10
We really enjoyed our stay at Simpson's Forest and we hope to be back again one day:)
Pros:

Everything about this property from the location to the facilities and the food was excellent. It's the perfect place for a relaxing and quiet stay!

Shane and Hansi at the reception desk were super helpful. We also enjoyed the nature walk around the property with Sandun who had very good knowledge about the local flora and fauna.

Special mention to the staff members Wasantha, Dilshan and Gunesekera for their excellent service.

2026-02-26 via Nuitee