Hotel Suisse in central Kandy

by admin-unique | May 30, 2019 | Central & Kandy, Hotels

Sitting within four acres of immaculate landscaped gardens, Hotel Suisse is perfectly located within central Kandy, right on the banks of the famous and historic Kandy Lake.

This large hotel in the centre of Kandy is steeped in history and in the 17th century was the home of the Chief Minister of the Royal Granary. It has changed hands a number of times since then, first bought by the British who used the impressive building and grounds as a residence for a prominent army officer. The house was then sold to a Swiss who ran the building as a hotel; although during the world war the hotel was the headquarters of the South East Asia Command. Post war the hotel became what it is today, a high standard hotel enjoyed by many.

Hilltop Budget Hotel in Kandy

by admin-unique | May 30, 2019 | Central & Kandy, Hotels

This modern budget hotel in Kandy is in a great position on a hill overlooking the city but being only a kilometre from the town centre, is very easy for site-seeing in Kandy.

All the rooms offer the usual modern amenities though Wi-Fi is only available in the public areas. Of particular note is the lovely swimming pool. This budget hotel offers great value for money.

Gal Bungalow, Laggala (Knuckles Mountains)

by admin-unique | May 30, 2019 | Central & Kandy, Hotels

This is a beautiful old stone built colonial bungalow set way off the beaten track deep in the heart of the fantastic Knuckles Mountains. It’s a 2hr drive from Kandy –and there is very little other accommodation to be had in the area. It is far more basic but it’s the scenery that is the star here – take in the astonishingly beautiful scenery from the verandah and do several of the walks to explore this area where very few tourists go.