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
Beautiful location
Comfortable rooms
Good amenities
Cons:
Issues with food temperature
Short stay

Categories

Cleanliness
9.48
Rooms are spacious and clean.
Service
9.95
Exceptional service, especially from Ms. Minon.
Location
9.49
Beautiful location with amazing views.
Room Quality
9.44
Lovely big rooms, modern and functional.
Amenities
9.47
Good facilities, including pool and kids' club.
Value for Money
8.93
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
8.48
Food preparations could be improved, some cold dishes served.
Overall Experience
9.95
Overall a delightful and memorable stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 16:25

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
The Golden Crown Hotel offers 5-star accommodation in the picturesque Ampitya, Kandy, Srilanka. Each room is elegantly furnished with modern amenities, ensuring a comfortable stay for every guest.

Diverse Dining Options
Indulge in a culinary journey at the hotel's three distinct restaurants - BRIX, THE LONG BAR, and TREATS. From contemporary Irish cuisine to a classic pub ambiance, there's something to suit every palate. Don't forget to visit LAVO, the upscale night club on the top floor for a vibrant nightlife experience.

Relaxation and Recreation
Unwind by the swimming pool or enjoy a refreshing drink at the INFINITY pool bar while taking in the breathtaking views. Stay active at the fitness centre or pamper yourself with a range of treatments at the spa. The Golden Crown Hotel ensures a perfect blend of relaxation and recreation for its guests.

Book your stay at The Golden Crown Hotel now for an unforgettable experience in Kandy, Srilanka.

Important information:

A mandatory Christmas Eve supplement of USD 75 per person is required 24 December (Half board).
A mandatory New Year’s Eve supplement: USD 90 per person on 31 December (Half board).
A mandatory Esala Perahara supplement of USD 60 per room is required during Perahara (10 days).

50% on above mandatory supplements will be charged for children 5–11.99 years old.
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 private 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.
    People no matter the age stay for US$20 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    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.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 1574 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.48
Service: 9.95
Location: 9.49
Room Quality: 9.44
Amenities: 9.47
Value for Money: 8.93
Food and Beverage: 8.48
Overall Experience: 9.95
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Pavita • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Sivayoganathan • solo_traveller • lk
10
2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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osher • solo_traveller • il
10
Pros:

By far the best hotel we’ve stayed at in Sri Lanka,

We got a nice spacious family room.
super comfortable beds and lovely pillows.
The bathroom was well-equipped.
Beautiful infinity pool overlooking rice terraces, Breakfast was delicious with a great variety.

short tuk-tuk ride from the center.

Cons:

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2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Sultan • solo_traveller • ae
10
We love Sri Lanka 🇱🇰
Pros:

Our stay at Golden Crown Hotel was truly exceptional from start to finish. The front desk team welcomed us warmly and made the check-in process smooth and professional. The rooms were spacious, clean, comfortable, and very well maintained, making us feel at home throughout our stay.
The hotel facilities were excellent. The swimming pool was clean and relaxing, the kids' club and playground were fantastic and kept the children entertained, and the overall atmosphere was perfect for families.
Both the breakfast and dinner buffets were outstanding, offering a wide selection of delicious international cuisine with excellent quality and plenty of variety. Every meal was fresh, flavorful, and catered to different tastes, making dining at the hotel a wonderful experience.
I would especially like to thank Mihirini for her exceptional hospitality. She was incredibly kind, caring, and helpful from the very first day. What impressed us most was that even on her day off, she continued checking on us through WhatsApp and even asked her colleagues to check on us and ensure we had everything we needed. Her dedication and genuine care made our stay even more special.
Thank you to the entire Golden Crown Hotel team for an unforgettable experience. We highly recommend this hotel and look forward to returning in the future.

Cons:

Nill

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Muhammad • family_with_children • ae
10
Very good
Pros:

Excellent property. Very clean, and the staff and reception team were friendly, professional, and helpful. I had a great experience and would highly recommend this place.

Cons:

The restaurant staff should communicate more honestly and clearly with guests. I was informed that only the buffet was available for dinner, but I later found out that à la carte (regular) ordering was also available. Providing accurate information would improve the guest experience.

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Sultan • solo_traveller • ae
10
Pros:

Our stay at Golden Crown Hotel was truly exceptional from start to finish. The front desk team welcomed us warmly and made the check-in process smooth and professional. The rooms were spacious, clean, comfortable, and very well maintained, making us feel at home throughout our stay.
The hotel facilities were excellent. The swimming pool was clean and relaxing, the kids' club and playground were fantastic and kept the children entertained, and the overall atmosphere was perfect for families.
Both the breakfast and dinner buffets were outstanding, offering a wide selection of delicious international cuisine with excellent quality and plenty of variety. Every meal was fresh, flavorful, and catered to different tastes, making dining at the hotel a wonderful experience.
I would especially like to thank Mihirini for her exceptional hospitality. She was incredibly kind, caring, and helpful from the very first day. What impressed us most was that even on her day off, she continued checking on us through WhatsApp and even asked her colleagues to check on us and ensure we had everything we needed. Her dedication and genuine care made our stay even more special.
Thank you to the entire Golden Crown Hotel team for an unforgettable experience. We highly recommend this hotel and look forward to returning in the future.

Cons:

Nill

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Riaza • family_with_children • au
9
Pros:

Very friendly staff, helpful, lovely big room, beautiful pool, lovely buffet breakfast. I was unwell and they organised a special soup for me to help me feel better, and didn't even charge us! Free cocktails offered at dinner which was a lovely touch.

Cons:

We would have preferred a separate living area to hang out after the kids went to sleep.

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Fady Amer • solo_traveller • il
10
Pros:

הכל מהכל. מלון פאר מהמם מפואר מאוד חדרים מרווחים תאורה מצויינת. ארוחת בוקר עשירה מאוד והבריכה עם הנוף ההררי מהממת. שירות ויחס אדיבים מאוד. קיצור ממליצים בחום

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Mevan • family_with_children • lk
10
An exceptional stay with outstanding hospitality, seamless service, and a team that truly made us fe
Pros:

We had a fantastic stay at this hotel from start to finish. Even before we arrived, I needed to change my booking dates, and the hotel accommodated my request without any hassle. The entire process was smooth, quick, and professionally handled, which gave us confidence before our stay even began.

From the moment we checked in until the day we checked out, everything was well organized. The staff were welcoming, polite, and always willing to help. The check-in process was efficient, and the overall service throughout our stay was consistently excellent.

A special mention goes to Chathurika, the Guest Relations Executive. She was exceptionally friendly, professional, and attentive throughout our stay. She assisted us during both check-in and check-out and was always available whenever we had a question or needed assistance. Her warm hospitality and genuine care for guests made our experience even more enjoyable.

The hotel itself was clean, comfortable, and well maintained. The atmosphere was relaxing, and the staff's attention to detail made us feel valued as guests. It was clear that customer satisfaction is a priority here.

Overall, we had a wonderful experience and would highly recommend this hotel to anyone looking for excellent service and a comfortable stay. Thank you to the entire team, especially Chathurika, for making our visit so memorable. We look forward to staying here again in the future.

Cons:

N/A

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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shai • family_with_children • il
10
מושלם !
Pros:

מלון נקי מאוד, הכל מוקפד ברמה יוצאת דופן.
הצוות שירותי ואדיב מאוד כמקובל בסרי לנקה.
ארוחת הבוקר עשירה וטעימה עם קפה טוב

Cons:

אין - אהבנו הכל

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Kerstin • family_with_children • at
10
Tolles Hotel - sehr empfehlenswert- super nettes Personal
Pros:

Hotelausstattung, imposanter Eingangsbereich,
Toller Infinitypool, supernettes Personal

Cons:

Nichts

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Serhat • couple • tr
10
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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MOHAMMED • couple • om
9
Amazing Stay
Pros:

The foods
The location
The clean room

Cons:

The mattress bet hard
The staff said all foods is halal certified but found fish cooked with white wine which is not halal

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Serhat • couple • tr
10
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Mohamed • solo_traveller • nl
10
Pros:

We ebben hier echt een geweldige tijd gehad. Bij aankomst werden we ontvangen met traditionele muziek, trommels en een hoorn. We voelden ons gelijk welkom.
De suite was ontzettend ruim, schoon en van alle gemakken voorzien. De bedden lagen heerlijk en het uitzicht vanaf het zwembad was adembenemend. Ook het eten was erg lekker en uitgebreid, met veel keuze uit zowel westerse als Indiase en Sri Lankaanse gerechten.

Wat ons vooral zal bijblijven, is de enorme gastvrijheid en persoonlijke aandacht. Vooral Chathurika zorgde ervoor dat het ons aan niets ontbrak. Niets was te veel gevraagd en er werd altijd meegedacht. Zelfs de kussens werden speciaal voor ons aangepast.

Als we de gastvrijheid en service een 20 konden geven, zouden we dat zeker doen. Wij raden dit hotel van harte aan.

Cons:

Niks

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Peter • family_with_children • sk
9
Pros:

Výborný personál, vychádzal v ústrety s každou požiadavkou. Miesto je úžasné výhľadmi na džungľu a ryžové polia po ním. Infinity bazén s ležadlovou časťou je vhodný na celodenné leňošenie. Izba bola obrovská, na kúpeľni by sa dalo trochu zamakať aby bola dokonalá. Čistota vyšší priemer. Raňajky mimoriadne bohaté v peknom prostredí. Všetko drobné nedostatky dotiahol perfektný personál.

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Antony Nixon • solo_traveller • de
10
Pros:

Sehr gutes Hotel! Dort gibt es einen tollen Service. Ein großes Dankeschön an Chathurika! Dank ihrer herzlichen Art und Hilfsbereitschaft hatte ich einen schönen Aufenthalt.

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Scadgers • solo_traveller • ch
10
Pros:

Outstanding staff! We felt very welcome and had a great time with many of the staff members!

Cons:

The location has nice surroundings but is a little far from town center / lake. To us that didn't matter that much though.

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Jaap • family_with_children • nl
9
Geweldig verblijf gehad. Een van de betere in Srilanka
Pros:

Prachtig hotel. Prima Gym. Zwembaden op een prachtige locatie!!

Cons:

Roomservice eten was ondermaats. Kids van ons leek het wel eens leuk. Kwaliteit was niet hotel waardig. Bediening top! Eten niet best.

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Avia • extended_group • il
10
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee