The Grand Kandyan

Hotels
9 (626 reviews)
89/10,Lady Gordon`s Drive,Kandy , Kandy , lk

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:
Great service
Clean and spacious rooms
Good food variety
Friendly staff
Cons:
Buffet prices considered high

Categories

Cleanliness
9
Guests consistently mention that the hotel is clean and well-maintained.
Service
9.5
Multiple mentions of friendly and helpful staff across reviews.
Location
9
Reviewers highlight great views and a fantastic location.
Room Quality
9
Rooms are described as large, comfortable, and well-maintained.
Amenities
9
Guests appreciate the pool and gym facilities.
Value for Money
8.5
Some feel the buffet is overpriced, though overall views are positive.
Food and Beverage
9
Food options are praised for variety and quality, particularly vegetarian selections.
Overall Experience
9
Guests report a very positive experience and express intentions to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 16:38

Property Description

Luxurious 5-Star Retreat in Kandy

Exquisite Accommodations: The Grand Kandyan offers elegantly furnished rooms with spacious balconies and modern amenities, ensuring a comfortable stay.

Relaxation and Recreation: Guests can unwind by the outdoor pool, indulge in spa treatments, or stay active at the fitness centre, providing a perfect balance of leisure and wellness.

Culinary Delights: Enjoy a culinary journey at the buffet restaurant, sampling a variety of local and international cuisines, complemented by refreshing beverages at the bar.

Experience luxury and comfort at The Grand Kandyan - Book your stay now for an unforgettable getaway!

Important information:

The name on the credit card used for the booking should correspond to the guest staying at the property. Remaining 50% prepayment will be charged at the property from the same credit card provided.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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Adults stay for US$20 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 626 reviews
Cleanliness: 9
Service: 9.5
Location: 9
Room Quality: 9
Amenities: 9
Value for Money: 8.5
Food and Beverage: 9
Overall Experience: 9
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catherina family_with_children nl
6
Lijkt heel sjiek; was het ooit ook, maar nu gedateerd. Ontbijt wel super. En erg behulpzaam en vriendelijk personeel.
Pros:

Ontbijt is super en personeel erg vriendelijk

Cons:

Erg gedateerd, viezig en versleten. Verschrikkelijke geur uit de badkamer op sommige momenten.

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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georgebP9891RI Friends getaway Wellington, Greater Wellington, North Island
10
Everything Was Brilliant.
Pros:

The Atmosphere in this hotel is Royal. It feels more luxurious and royal than what you payed for so props to that.

Rooms are good but my one fault about the rooms is that they have a pungent smell likely caused from the carpet

Pool is excellent and the overall view of kandy surrounding it is superb.

Service is excellent, chefs are good there’s ambient music wherever you will go and don’t get me started on the laundry service. Perfectly priced and the fold it neatly inside of their clean bags.
The Grand Kandyons Laundry team is absolutely amazing.

Noise level is also great and hotel walls drown out the sound well.
I’m not a picky reviewer but this hotel hosts no complaints from me.

2026-07-18 via Tripadvisor
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Adventure31801413801 Family
10
Fabulous holiday at Grand Kandyan
Pros:

We had a wonderful stay at Grand Kandyan a truly luxurious Hotel. Starting from the GM Thusith Samaraweera Managers Hilary Smith, Ronald and many more and down to the room boy gave us excellent service. The food was absolutely delicious too. This is my 8th visit to the hotel and look foward to coming many more times.

2026-07-13 via Tripadvisor
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Y4665STjasming Family
10
Excellent Stay
Pros:

We had an excellent stay here at the Grand Kandyan Hotel in Sri Lanka. From July 10-13,2026. From the moment we arrived until we checked out, the staff made us feel genuinely welcome. Everyone greeted us with warm smiles, was incredibly accommodating, and showed exceptional hospitality throughout our stay.
We truly appreciated the thoughtful touches, especially the complimentary fresh fruits and delicious sweets that were prepared for us. These small gestures made our experience even more special.
A special thank you to Lea and Angelique, who consistently checked on us to make sure we had everything we needed. Their attentiveness, kindness, and professionalism made us feel valued and well cared for.
The hotel itself is beautifully designed, with elegant architecture and excellent amenities that made our stay both comfortable and relaxing.
Overall, our experience at the Grand Kandyan Hotel was outstanding. We highly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Kandy and would be delighted to stay here again in the future.

2026-07-13 via Tripadvisor
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cherryli2026 Family Philippines
10
Excellent
Pros:

Special Shout out to our fellow Kababayan Lea and Angelique for assisting us.

2026-07-13 via Tripadvisor
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Bandara couple lk
10
Very friendly and courteous staff
Pros:

Clean and nice

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Gokulnath family_with_children au
9
Nice layout; friendly team
Pros:

Great lobby features; majestic setup; presidential suite was excellent

Cons:

Could focus a bit more on food quality and spice variety

2026-07-10 via Nuitee
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charmainnej Couples
10
Great grand hotel!
Pros:

Amazing views around the beautiful kandy.
Lovely hotel
The bar supervisor Thilak was very friendly and helpful.

2026-07-05 via Tripadvisor
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Laurianne solo_traveller fr
10
Pros:

L accueil du personnel est incroyable, la chambre est sacieuse et propre...la décoration, l'ambiance c'était super

Cons:

Dommage qu'il n'y ait pas de conditionner dans la chambre

2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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Chiron08 Family Colombo, Western Province
10
Opulent
Pros:

It was a great stay, and love the ambiance & Hospitality provided by the staff, especially the food was amazing.

2026-06-29 via Tripadvisor
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savinyan2026 Friends getaway
10
Wonderful Assistance in Organizing Our Birthday Event
Pros:

We had a birthday celebration at the Blitz Hall at Grand Kandyan yesterday, special thanks to Mr. Thlilak and Mr. Priyantha for well coordinating the event and making sure everything went according to plan. They were incredibly patient, attentive, and made the whole process so much easier especially when helping us decide on the menu. Their suggestions were thoughtful and helped create a great experience for everyone. Really appreciated their kindness, professionalism, and effort in making the event special. Thank you again for all your support!

2026-06-29 via Tripadvisor
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Sudesh family_with_children lk
6
2026-06-28 via Nuitee
9
987thusithaa Family
10
A perfect place to celebrate special moments.
Pros:

Recently, we celebrated my daughter's wedding at this hotel, and it was a wonderful experience. The location is beautiful, and the atmosphere is elegant and perfect for a special occasion. The event was very well organized, and the staff were friendly, professional, and always ready to help. The food was delicious and clean, which all our guests enjoyed.
The couple's room was spacious, comfortable, and beautifully maintained. Overall, we were extremely satisfied with the service and hospitality. A highly recommend hotel.

2026-06-26 via Tripadvisor
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Wimalin couple au
10
Came for a wedding, Got an amazing view
Pros:

Not sure if we were upgraded, but our room was massive and had the view from the promotional videos. The bed was comfy, and the bathroom was well-appointed. The pool was large, and the lobby space was photogenic.

2026-06-24 via Nuitee
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Excursion295547 Couples
2
RUN AWAY ..STAY AT THE QUEENS HOTEL...
Pros:

The whole experience was dreadful. ..
There were bugs on the bed, stains on bed base..
The curtains were ripped..
The light shades were stained..
The wall paper was stappled on the keep it in place..
The frigde and surrounding walls were grotty and stained..
We checked in to this so called 5 star hotel and checked out straight away and went to The Queen Hotel..a classic Colonial Hotel established in 1864 ..with class and clean , beautiful tastful rooms...not tinsy plastic bug infected hotel..DONT STAY HERE...

2026-06-19 via Tripadvisor
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AmarVenkat Family Visakhapatnam, Visakhapatnam District, Andhra Pradesh
8
Grand was grandinnnngg
Pros:

Chef Duminda was awesome, he understood what was our choice of our food and served accordingly. Rest all was ok.

2026-06-18 via Tripadvisor
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Terry210965 Friends getaway
10
The Grand
Pros:

The Grand with Thilak was amazing thanks you

2026-06-18 via Tripadvisor
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Linda couple nz
5
Pros:

Our lunch on the pool deck was good and it was good to have a gym at the property.

Cons:

Property is a quite dated.

2026-06-15 via Nuitee
O
olivialJ7856VH Family United Kingdom
10
Great Stay at Grand Kandyan Hotel
Pros:

We had a very pleasant stay at the Grand Kandyan Hotel in Kandy. The rooms were clean, comfortable and well maintained. The staff were friendly, helpful and always ready to assist with a smile.
The breakfast had a good variety of food and the views from the hotel were beautiful.
The location is also convenient for visiting attractions around Kandy.
Overall it was a relaxing and enjoyable stay. I would recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Kandy.

2026-06-09 via Tripadvisor
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Rahmy family_with_children lk
7
2026-06-08 via Nuitee