Rivendell Hotel Kandy, Kandy ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Kandy Road, Kandy, Sri Lanka, 20189

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Superior Double Room

Max:

2 persons

22 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Lake view

Shower

Heating

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Queen Room

Max:

4 persons

30 m²

Bed options:

2 Double beds

Lake view

Shower

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Center

Kandy 3.9 mi

Airports

Victoria Reservoir SPB (KDW) 6.7 mi

Polgolla Reservoir Sea Plane (KDZ) 6.7 mi

Train

Kandy railway station 4.3 mi

What our guests says about facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spacious and Comfortable

I stayed in the Superior Double Room, and it was amazing! The room was spacious, with a big bathroom that made my stay even more enjoyable. The bed was incredibly comfortable, ensuring I had a restful night’s sleep.

Christopher88. United States, 2024-03-10Read full review on

Delicious Local Cuisine

Dining at Rivendell was a treat! The food was delicious, and I really felt like I got a taste of local cuisine. Each meal was well presented and full of flavor, making dining a nice experience.

Edgar_Solutions. Canada, 2024-04-20Read full review on

Well-Appointed Bathroom

The bathroom in my room was well-appointed and clean. It featured modern fixtures and provided ample space, making it a pleasant spot for refreshing myself after a long day.

RichardTraveler. Australia, 2024-05-15Read full review on

Beautiful Pool Area

The views from the pool deck were amazing! Watching the picturesque sunsets while relaxing by the pool was simply lovely. It truly felt like a serene escape.

BenjaminWanderer. United Kingdom, 2024-06-30Read full review on

What’s included

General

Non-smoking rooms
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Locker room
Elevator
Currency exchange
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Pool tables
Darts

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Valet parking
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Dinner
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Cribs
Board games
Children's menu
Children's play area

Spa & Leisure

Infinity pool
Rooftop pool
Garden area
BBQ facilities
Leisure/ TV room
Spa & wellness center
Pool with view

Room features

Air conditioning
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

Kandy Road, Kandy, Sri Lanka, 20189

Map view

Kandy Road, Kandy, Sri Lanka, 20189

City landmarks

Pagoda

Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic

3.8 mi

Vinja home

4700 ft

Green Valley Aquarium

5200 ft

Pallekele Devanampiyatissa Int. Meditation Centre

1.1 mi

Sri Lanka

Galmaduwa Temple

1.6 mi

Warapitiya Road

Kundasale Mahamewna Meditation Centre

1.3 mi

Mahamevnawa Buddhist Monastery Kundasale

1.3 mi

Ketawala Temple

1.3 mi

Pagoda

katawela temple and piriwena

1.3 mi

Gospel Church

1.4 mi

Sri Silaramaya

1.5 mi

Kundasale

Galmaduwa Rajamaha Wiharaya

1.5 mi

Temple

1.5 mi

Kundasale School of Agriculture

1.5 mi

Church

Fatima Shrine

1.7 mi

Stadiums

Pallekele International Cricket Stadium

2.3 mi

Janaka's home

1.7 mi

Fatima

1.7 mi

Divrum Bodhiya

1.8 mi

Thapowanaya temple

2.0 mi

Balagolla Temple

2.2 mi

Dambarawa Temple

2.2 mi

Tennekumbura Temple

2.2 mi

Sri Sudarshanaramaya

2.3 mi

Events

Kandy Lake

3.8 mi

Haputhale Sathkandura Viharaya

2.4 mi

Sagama Raja Maha Viharaya

2.4 mi

Saint Mary's Church

2.5 mi

Hathamuna Bodhirajaramaya

2.5 mi

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

84%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Beautiful decor

Good location

Pricey

Limited dining options

8.4/10

Great

Rooms

9.0

Location

8.6

Service

8.4

Dining

8.0

Paul

United Kingdom, April 2024

8.2/10

The hotel offers clean, comfortable rooms with beautiful decor, situated in a good location in Kandy. The service is very friendly and helpful, making the stay enjoyable, while the dining experience is highlighted by delicious homemade cakes. However, the hotel lacks some facilities that could enhance the overall guest experience.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms are a great size and very comfortable and clean with beautiful decor.

Service

8.0

The service was very friendly and helpful, making us feel welcomed.

Location

8.0

The hotel is conveniently located in Kandy, offering a good base for exploring the area.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience is enjoyable with delicious homemade cakes served.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel lacks some facilities that could enhance the overall guest experience.

David

United Kingdom, November 2023

8.6/10

The hotel offers beautiful rooms that are spacious, clean, and very comfortable with a mix of English Breakfast and Local food options. The new hotel boasts a good location in Kandy. The service is exceptional with friendly and helpful staff.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms are a great size, beautiful, and impeccably clean.

Service

9.0

The staff happily cooked for us what we requested for our little ones and were very friendly and helpful.

Location

9.0

The hotel is situated behind Piduruthalagala mountain, offering a totally relaxed holiday atmosphere with attentive staff, especially Bandara.

Dining

8.0

The dining options range from English Breakfast to Local food, providing a delightful culinary experience.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel provides excellent facilities to ensure a comfortable stay.

Beautiful decor

Pricey

Patrick

United Kingdom, November 2023

8.2/10

The hotel is a new gem with spacious, clean, and beautifully decorated rooms. It's conveniently located in Kandy, making it easy to explore local food options. The service is top-notch, with friendly staff willing to accommodate special requests for little ones. However, the dining menu could offer more variety. The location behind Piduruthalagala mountain provides a serene escape for a totally relaxed holiday in Sri Lanka.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms are a great size, very comfortable, and impeccably clean with beautiful decor.

Service

8.0

The service was very friendly and helpful, with staff happily cooking what we requested for our little ones.

Location

9.0

The hotel is situated behind Piduruthalagala mountain, offering a tranquil setting for a totally relaxed holiday.

Dining

7.0

The dining options range from English Breakfast to local food, ensuring a delightful culinary experience.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel provides excellent facilities to enhance your stay and relaxation.

Bill

United Kingdom, September 2023

8.6/10

This new hotel in Kandy offers great size, very comfortable and clean rooms with beautiful decor. The good location, from English Breakfast to Local food, provides a beautiful experience. However, the price may not be budget-friendly for all travelers.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms are spacious, comfortable, and impeccably clean with stunning decor.

Service

8.0

The service was exceptionally friendly and helpful. They even happily cooked special requests for our little ones.

Location

9.0

Nestled behind the picturesque Piduruthalagala mountain, the hotel offers a perfect setting for a relaxed holiday. The attentive staff, especially Bandara, enhances the serene atmosphere.

Dining

8.0

The dining options ranging from English Breakfast to Local food were delightful. The handmade pasta was a highlight.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel boasts modern facilities catered to enhance guest comfort and satisfaction.

Tom

United Kingdom, July 2023

8.4/10

The hotel offers spacious and clean rooms with beautiful decor and is conveniently located in Kandy. The friendly staff is attentive and accommodating, ensuring a pleasant stay. Dining options range from English Breakfast to Local food, satisfying various tastes.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms are a great size, very comfortable, and spotlessly clean, with beautiful decor.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch, with staff being very friendly and helpful. They happily catered to our requests, especially for our little ones.

Location

8.0

The hotel is situated behind the Piduruthalagala mountain, offering a peaceful ambiance for a relaxed holiday.

Dining

8.0

From English Breakfast to Local food, the dining experience was delightful, offering a variety of options to choose from.