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Thilanka Hotel

4.0 star property
Suburban hotel with free valet parking and 24-hour front desk

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Outdoor pool
Royal Room | Balcony view
Deluxe Suite
Reception
Royal Room | Balcony view

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$409
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec

Explore the area

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#. 03, Sangamitta Mawatha, Kandy, 20000
  • Place, Kandy Lake
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Temple of the Tooth
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Palace of Kandy
    ‪12 min walk‬

Room options

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 45 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Suite

Deluxe Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Royal Room | Balcony view

Royal Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Kandy

At Thilanka Hotel you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Udawatta Kele Sanctuary and Kandyan Art Association & Cultural Centre. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free valet parking. .For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Full breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Kandy hotel include National Museum and British Garrison Cemetery.

What's nearby

  • Kandy Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Temple of the Tooth - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Royal Palace of Kandy - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Wales Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • National Hospital Kandy - 2 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Kandy Railway Station - 13 min drive
  • Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) - 166 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hideout Lounge - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪World Of Spice - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Balaji Dosai - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Empire Café - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Thilanka Hotel

Suburban hotel with free valet parking and 24-hour front desk
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the business-friendly Thilanka Hotel. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services. Free valet parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Kandy hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1977
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Gift shop
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Thilanka Hotel offers 15 accommodations with minibars and a safe. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a shower, slippers and complimentary toiletries.

This Kandy hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 10 for adults and USD 5 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1977
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Thilanka Hotel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 54.80

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately USD 10 for adults and from USD 5 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 60 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay, debit cards and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • For stays on 24 December, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner.
  • For stays on 31 December, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Hotel Thilanka
Thilanka Hotel
Thilanka Kandy
Thilanka Hotel Kandy
Thilanka
Thilanka Hotel Hotel
Thilanka Hotel Kandy
Thilanka Hotel Hotel Kandy

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Thilanka Hotel?

Yep, Thilanka Hotel has free valet parking.

How much does it cost to stay at Thilanka Hotel?

As of 1 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thilanka Hotel on 2 Dec 2025 start from NZ$408.79, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Thilanka Hotel have a pool?

Thilanka Hotel has an outdoor pool.

What makes Thilanka Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar and 24-hour room service, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Thilanka Hotel.

Does Thilanka Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, full breakfast is offered daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Thilanka Hotel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Thilanka Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Thilanka Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Thilanka Hotel?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Reviews

Thilanka Hotel Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 93 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 93 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 93 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 93 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 93 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Asitha

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

MATT

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zbigniew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Convenient location and very good restaurant

Convenient location. Great view. Clean and comfortable. Very good restaurant - many testy food options.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jiwanka

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay when visiting the temple. Hotel is well maintained, and the staff is excellent. Food selection and preparation is good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best thing about the Thilanka is the location and stunning view from the pool. The rooms are spacious and comfortable but slightly tired. The buffet offered a good selection of food and both breakfast and dinner. Would definitely recommend staying here, excellent value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Isabel, Malaga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

simon, Andover

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

J

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Lorrie

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Porama

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and the lobby manager provided excellent service and it almost felt like home to us.. Thank you and would definitely stay next time I visit Kandy
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

It was great

It was great!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Poor staff attitude and service Good view and swimming pool though
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great but....

This is a premier hotel. The room was generous and comfortable. The issues that distracted from our stay was the overpriced breakfast and dinner buffet. Overpriced in the sense that for the price charged the offering lacked a wow factor. There were some minor plumbing issues that weren't serious but indicative of a lack of attention to detail. The currency exchange rate offered was the worst that we encountered anywhere in Sri Lanka. Not something of which to be proud.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First of all, sharp practice. The photo of the swimming pool and some others that you have no your website for the Thilanka is NOT the Thilanka Hotel in Kandy. It is of some other hotel which is clearly on the coast. This hotel is described as a 4 star. This is clearly false from the moment you walk into ther cramped shabby building and are met by clearly untrained staff. It is at best a very weak 3 star hotel. The general condition of the place is shabby - dirty, badly painted, not maintained, liberally filled with insects and a swarm of mosquitoes at night. The food was appalling - cheap bread left out overnight, sweetened and watered down juices and coffee the like of which i haven't tasted in over 30 years. Staff were clueless, poorly trained and lacked the kind of essential English skills needed in this industry (and which we found in every other of the 7 hotels we stayed in in Sri Lankla during our stay). our room - the 'suite'!! A large leftover space at the end of the corridor with not a right-angle in the place. Curtains which didn't open; windows to a microscopic balcony whch had not been cleaned in a very long time; mosquitoes everywhere (and our driver's room had bed bugs meaning he had to sleep in the car! Three nights at this hotel cost more than a genuine 5 star hotel in Colombo - the Cinnamon Grand. All in all a rip-off. Despite complaining to the reception staff, nothing was done either because they could be bothered, didn't know what to do, or just forgot.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
WiFi Connection very bad
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
I requested a quiet room months in advance but was given a noisy one overlooking the pool and restaurant. I was told the hotel was full but they agreed to change rooms after asking to speak with the manager. I booked half board but the waiter was adamant I was on BB and waved his sheet at me stating this. Very rude and unprofessional but he later admitted he was wrong after I suggested he check with the manager. Veg and non veg options were in the same heated trays and food items were not all labelled to indicate what was veg. Horrendous experience with onward transport arranged through hotel. It was expensive but I was promised a new comfortable car with large boot. I complained to the transport owner after getting an old rusty dented vehicle which didn’t fit our bags. He was very rude and said look elsewhere! Ended up with a 13 year old van which was stopped by other drivers on route as the buffer was falling off and then stopped working near the destination as ‘ it struggles with hill climbs’ so we had to stop and let the car rest and drive slowly . The driver was however excellent and professional in dealing with the poorly maintained vehicle. I would recommend booking a vehicle privately and checking the condition the day before. I asked to speak with the general manager a few times during the stay but was told he was not available. Poor customer service and apathetic management
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great breakfast, good location. Building a bit of a slap job but rooms are huge and have all you need
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel but found the corridors echoed making it a bit noisy. Friendly staff. Could do with a gym though
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

4/10 Poor

Ben, Sydney

Travelled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Water dripping from ceiling, water heater intermittent, drainage problems in the bathroom, lots of mosquitoes in the bedroom. Staff are nice but seemed sleepy and inattentive. When checking out, guy at reception really couldn’t care less if I dropped dead in front of him. Unpleasant. Wouldn’t stay here or at any Thilanka hotels again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value for money. Food was excellent. Clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

6/10 Okay

Sena, Adelaide,Australia

Business traveller
Location is quite convenient. Cleanliness is satisfactory. Room airconditioner is very noisy.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Indika

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019