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Thilanka Hotel

4.0 star property
Suburban hotel in Kandy with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Outdoor pool
Sundeck
Royal Room | Balcony view
Deluxe Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Garden view

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Computer station
  • Front-desk safe

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The price is $166
includes taxes & fees
$139 per night
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2025

Room options

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Royal Room | Balcony view

Royal Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
  • 484 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Map
#. 03, Sangamitta Mawatha, Kandy, 20000

What's nearby

  • Temple of the Tooth - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Kandy Lake - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Wales Park - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Royal Palace of Kandy - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Kandy General Hospital - 6 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 166 min drive
  • Kandy Railway Station - 13 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe 1886 By Salgado Bakers - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Salgado Hotel & Bakery - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Hideout Lounge - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Empire Café - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Thilanka Hotel

Located near a train station, Thilanka Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Kandy. After having fun at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. A terrace and a garden are other highlights.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 15 rooms
  • Arranged over 4 floors

Arriving/Leaving

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

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • 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

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite valet parking

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Barbecue grills
  • 24-hour room service

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1977
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • An outdoor pool
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 54.80

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 10 for adults and USD 5 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 60 per vehicle (one-way)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 20 per day

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
A fee for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 24.
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 31.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

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

Does Thilanka Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Thilanka Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Thilanka Hotel?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Thilanka Hotel?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Thilanka Hotel?
Yes, there's free valet parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Thilanka Hotel?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 60 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Thilanka Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and contactless check-out are available.
What is there to do at Thilanka Hotel and nearby?
Thilanka Hotel has an outdoor pool and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Thilanka Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Thilanka Hotel like?
Thilanka Hotel is a short 11-minute walk from Temple of the Tooth and 14 minutes' walk from Kandy Lake.

Reviews

8.0

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

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Convenient location and very good restaurant
Convenient location. Great view. Clean and comfortable. Very good restaurant - many testy food options.
Zbigniew, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent place to stay when visiting the temple. Hotel is well maintained, and the staff is excellent. Food selection and preparation is good.
Jiwanka, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Andrew, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Vanessa, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Isabel, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

simon, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

J, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Lorrie, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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
Porama, 6-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

It was great
It was great!
David, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Poor staff attitude and service Good view and swimming pool though
1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

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.
Trevor, 3-night trip
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2/10 Poor

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.
3-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

WiFi Connection very bad
1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

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
1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Great breakfast, good location. Building a bit of a slap job but rooms are huge and have all you need
2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Nice hotel but found the corridors echoed making it a bit noisy. Friendly staff. Could do with a gym though
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Darren, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

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.
Ben, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Good value for money. Food was excellent. Clean room.
1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Location is quite convenient. Cleanliness is satisfactory. Room airconditioner is very noisy.
Sena, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Indika, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

A good stay :)
SO welcoming and a VERY early check -in with huge smiles. Great variety at breakfast and an AMAZING view. Close to lake, town and sights - walking distance.
Heidi, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Michael, 1-night trip with friends
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