Kandy accommodation from NZ$24

But of course, you can't visit Kandy and not see the Dambulla Cave Temple. The Bluesky Guest House and Governor's Gangula Dambulla are within a hop, skip and a jump of Dambulla Cave Temple.

At Wotif, we know you often like to book accommodation that is situated in the vicinity of the Royal Botanical Garden. The Amaya Hills and the Clove Garden Hotel could be good options. The Amaya Hills is 3 kilometres away and the Clove Garden Hotel is 3 kilometres away.

If you need to stay close to the Sri Dalada Maligawa while you are in Kandy, you could book a room at the Hotel Hill Top and The Tourmaline.

The Earl's Regency is 6 kilometres away from the centre of Kandy. Another hotel is the Senani Hotel, which is situated 3 kilometres away. Alternative hotels include the Kandyan View Holiday Bungalow and the Hotel Elephant Park.

Don't blow through before you have checked out the Sigiriya Museum and Sigiriya Archaeological Site in Sigiriya. Some of our recommended Sigiriya accommodation options are the Sigiriya Village and Elephant Corridor. 95 kilometres to the southwest of Kandy, you'll also find Colombo, which is home to the Monsoon Suites and The Saffron. Regardless of whether you're passing through or spending a few nights in Colombo, be sure to check out the National Art Gallery, University of Colombo and Galle Face Green.

Get your sporting fix by making a visit to Sugathadasa Stadium, which is 95 kilometres to the southwest of Kandy. Those sports fans wishing to find accommodation close to the stadium can select from the Kingsbury or the Galadari Hotel.

Bandaranaike International Airport is 85 kilometres away from central downtown Kandy. If you choose to stay close by, you can book a night at the Full Moon Garden Hotel or the Cockpit Hotel.