Hotel Yo

Hotels
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Independent
8 (865 reviews)
1/5, Mahamaya Mawatha, Kandy, Central , Kandy , LK
94-81-2062025

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Facilities

Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
Designated smoking area
Concierge service
Wheelchair accessible
Picnic area
Breakfast available (surcharge)
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location
Clean rooms
Great breakfast
Cons:
Issues with cleanliness
Small rooms
Insufficient sun blocking from blinds

Categories

Cleanliness
7.33
Some reviews mentioned issues with cleanliness, particularly with bathroom mold and laundry mishaps.
Service
8.8
Multiple reviews praised the staff for being very friendly, helpful, and attentive.
Location
8.34
The hotel's location was frequently highlighted as being good, but some mentioned the steep walk.
Room Quality
7.79
Rooms were described as comfortable and clean, but some found them a bit small or cramped.
Amenities
7.82
Amenities like the pool were mentioned positively, though some desired more from the breakfast.
Value for Money
7.78
Guests generally felt the hotel provided good value but noted some areas could be improved.
Food and Beverage
7.83
Breakfast was appreciated for its variety, yet some called for more creativity.
Overall Experience
8.3
Overall, guests expressed satisfaction with their stay despite minor drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 22:38

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities and Services

Indulge in the outdoor pool and terrace or relax in the garden. Benefit from complimentary wireless internet, concierge services, and a picnic area.

Delicious Dining Options

Revel in international cuisine at Hotel Yo Restaurant or opt for room service during limited hours. Enjoy buffet breakfasts for a fee and unwind at the lobby with free newspapers.

Comfortable Accommodations

Experience comfort in the 13 air-conditioned rooms with minibars and flat-screen TVs. Stay connected with free WiFi and enjoy the private balcony. Close proximity to key attractions ensures a memorable stay.

Experience sophistication and convenience at Hotel Yo. Book now for a remarkable stay in Kandy's historical district.

Important information:

  • One child 6 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: CMB

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Sustainability Certifications

    Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Pets

    Service animals not allowed

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

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Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 865 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.33
Service: 8.8
Location: 8.34
Room Quality: 7.79
Amenities: 7.82
Value for Money: 7.78
Food and Beverage: 7.83
Overall Experience: 8.3
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Beatrice • solo_traveller • ch
7
2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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Mette • couple • dk
4
Cons:

To noisy and to small room compared to the price

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Rolf Detlef • couple • de
9
Für uns war das Hotel Yo: seht zentral gelegen, schönes Gärtchen am Pool und verhältnismäßig Günstig.
Pros:

Das Hotel liegt zentral leicht erhöht am Hang.
Wir hatten ein Häuschen direkt am Pool das auf Stelzen stand. Sehr schön gestaltet. Das Frühstück war Landestypisch und gut, auf Wunsch wurden Eierspeisen gemacht. Leider haben wir kaum Fotografiert.
5 Minuten zu Fuß entfernt lag das Hideout Lounge Restaurant. Sehr coole Musik zu leckem Essen. Wir waren 2 Abende da.

Cons:

Die Geräusche der Stadt bzw. der vielen Straßen haben mich gestört da ich Ohropax dabei hatte, war es aber ok.

2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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Anita • couple • nl
6
Pros:

Een goed ontbijt .

Cons:

De kamer was niet erg schoon

2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
O
orri páll • couple • is
6
Decent stat
Pros:

Location good and staff good

Cons:

The blinds did not block the sun entirely that caused me trouble sleeping

2025-10-01 • via Nuitee
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Kemal • family_with_children • hr
9
Pros:

Very polite and respectful staff,
Clean rooms .it is a bit too small but for short stays fine.
Nice location.
Breakfast could be more creative.

Cons:

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2025-10-01 • via Nuitee
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David • extended_group • ch
9
2025-09-30 • via Nuitee
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Idoia • couple • es
9
2025-09-28 • via Nuitee
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Chloë • couple • nl
8
Top hotel
Pros:

Vriendelijk personeel, heel attent. Fijne locatie, in een rustige straat. Ontbijt is super lekker en uitgebreid

Cons:

We hadden het huisje geboekt. Daar binnen voelde het klammig aan. Verder wel sfeervol en mooi uitzicht. Het hotel is nog een huisje aan het bouwen , wat beter geïsoleerd is :)

2025-09-20 • via Nuitee
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Fäldt • family_with_children • se
9
Bra läge, fin villa och mycket bra personal
Pros:

Väldigt fint rum, avskilt med stor terrass där vi åt frukost varje morgon. Bra läge med gångavstånd (om man orkar gå i backen upp och ned till hotellet) in till stan och närliggande restauranger. Personen var väldigt fin och tillmötesgående.

Cons:

Det negativa jag kan hitta med boende var att soffan i rummet kunde ha varit lite mindre, eftersom det var svårt att komma in med väskorna i rummet.

Eftersom vädret i Kandy inte är jättevarmt kunde poolen ha varit uppvärmd (men vi var också glada över att det överhuvudtaget fanns en pool).

Två väldigt små saker som inte på något sätt störde vår upplevelse.

2025-09-20 • via Nuitee
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Marion • family_with_children • de
8
Pros:

Fantastische Lage

2025-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Damiano • couple • it
8
Fermata a Kandy
Pros:

Hotel un po’ datato ma comunque ordinato e tranquillo. Il personale è gentile e disponibile. Vicino al Tempio del Dente, comodo x dormire, lì poi c’è un bel locale (Hideout) per una pizza abbastanza decente.

2025-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Marion • family_with_children • de
8
2025-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Sherry • couple • il
8
2025-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Francesca • family_with_children • gb
8
Good value for money with a lovely view and lovely staff
Pros:

The hotel was great. Perched up a very steep hill, you need a tuk tuk or stamina if you’re walking to it.
The room was comfortable and clean enough.
The staff were lovely as ever and very helpful.
Great breakfast too and good value for money.

Cons:

The bathroom was particularly clean and a skirt we sent to the laundry was splashed with bleach but other than that it was great.

2025-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Javier • family_with_children • es
7
Pros:

Buenas ubicación

Cons:

El baño tenía mucho moho, y el precio era caro para la calidad del alojamiento

2025-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Winnie • couple • dk
9
Ville gerne komme igen. Byhotel
Pros:

Dejlig tæt på byen og Kandy Lake.
Venligt personale og en super god og engelsk talende chauffør der bl.a. kørte os til Dambulla og løve klippen.
Morgenmaden var fin der manglede ikke noget.

2025-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Rhiannon • couple • gb
8
Very nice stay, the location was good and the staff were very helpful.
Pros:

Very helpful staff and good location in Kandy

2025-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Leonard • family_with_children • nl
9
Great hotel, super view and very friendly staff!!
Pros:

Excellent Stay – perfect location and staff. Thanks to all the staff for making our stay a relaxed one.
We had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The location is absolutely fantastic close to the city center. We had a room with a nice view over Kandy lake.
Nice and clean pool. Staff was incredibly friendly, welcoming, and always ready to help. From check-in to check-out, the service was great. The service throughout our stay was excellent — efficient, professional, and very personal. Whether it was housekeeping, reception, or breakfast staff, everything was handled with great attention to detail. Thank you for making our stay a very pleasant one!

Cons:

Nothing

2025-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Cristina • couple • es
8
Pros:

Habitación amplia y limpia con todos los servicios habituales de un hotel. Bonitas vistas desde ma habitacion.

Cons:

Se encuentra en una ladera lo que supone un acceso con bastante pendiente. Agradecemos que los TukTuk nos dejasen en la puerta

2025-08-31 • via Nuitee