53/1 Bahirawakanda, 20000 Kandy, Sri Lanka
#82 of 227 B&Bs and Inns in Kandy
Guests' ChoiceBased on 143 B&B reviews
9.0Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.1
Location
9.0
Facilities
8.8
Staff
9.6
Value for money
9.1
Free WiFi
7.1
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 20 June 2024
Zin
QatarAircon is a bit old model which noise may annoying, but not a big issue. it would be better if they can upgrade AC. :)
The people are really helpful, room is clean and breakfast also good. The view from the room is amazing.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 18 June 2024
Lukas
SlovakiaFor some people can be the distance to citycenter a bit problem. But by arranging tuc tuc drive is not far. Even by walk is the citycenter only 15-20 minutes far.
We really appreciate our host who was so helpfull. Even he by picked us or drive to railway station for reasoable price. Moreover we loved homemade breakfest served on terrace with stuning view on Kandy.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 2 May 2024
Lukas
GermanyStunning views, nice air con, good breakfast, quiet, large space, comfortable bed
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 30 April 2024
Krishnavally
Sri LankaOn request, got the water bottle. Toiletries hadn't included toothbrushes and toothpaste. Air-conditioning bit noisy.
Amazing mountain view.enjoyed the sunrise between the mountains with nice breakfast.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 29 April 2024
György
HungaryThe wi-fi connection was not so strong in our room, but in the main hall it worked well.
Nice place with a beautiful view, the staff was really kind and we also got an amazing breakfast!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 23 April 2024
Jesse
NetherlandsThe only thing was that there was no window in the bathroom. It was just an open space with wood in front of it, so animals can walk in any time.
We stayed here for 1 night, and personally this is fine. We relaxed here after our long journey. The room was comfy, enough space, and good bathroom.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 18 April 2024
Lauralizzy
United KingdomTuk Tuk drivers weren’t sure where it was as a solo traveler it was a bit tricky
Beautiful view and peaceful
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 17 April 2024
Serena
SpainNoisy at night due to some kind of machine or AC
Great view of Kandy. Fab property. Dinner and breakfast were delicious. Staff was very nice.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 3 April 2024
Jenni
AustraliaBlind was broken in one room but was no problem. Bit of train tooting one night but that’s to be expected in Kandy.
The view is beautiful! You can hear and see Kandy but you don’t have to be in the hustle and bustle. Staff were very helpful even organising a driver for us the day we left. For the price this is an excellent place. And only three rooms.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 31 March 2024
Fiona
IrelandThe airport transfer arranged by the property was not very good. We wanted direct from the airport to the hotel after a long flight but our driver insisted on bringing us to several tourist trap stops along the way. We felt very pressured to spend our money and it was made awkward by the fact we were sharing the transfer with another couple staying at the property. Also this transfer was very overpriced and meant we arrived to the property quite exhausted and frustrated.
The staff working in the Buena Vista were so friendly and accommodating (Puvannesh and Sampath) and the property was in a lovely quiet area with a great view of the city below.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 25 March 2024
Ana
PortugalFor people that like to walk it is not possible because it is uphill. At least for us it wasn’t because we had a stroller and there is no side walks
The view, away from the noise of Kandy, the breakfast, the owner provided tuktuk.. and the price is fair
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 23 March 2024
Yvonne
SingaporeNothing
Very nice location with amazing view. Very nice staff and also very nice and helpful Tuk Tuk Driver Rathnasiri.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 23 March 2024
Jenni
AustraliaTrain toots in night time but that’s Kandy.
Friendly, helpful staff. Only three rooms so quiet and a magic vista over bustling Kandy. Ratna tuk tuk driver was excellent!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 20 March 2024
Rob
AustraliaIt is a little run down but they appear to be making an effort to tidy up the place and do some maintenance.
I loved the building and location. View was spectacular. Breaky was great and it's nice having such a small 3 room hotel. It feels like your home.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 17 March 2024
Wassim
LebanonNo
It was a great experience not far fom city theres a short cut and puvannesh he help us allot so location amazing view awesome facility perfect and breakfast tasty , Highly recommended and sure we will come back
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 16 March 2024
Dimitra
GreeceEverything was great. Amazing view and quiet location. The staff was very polite and especially Mr Sampath very helpful.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 14 March 2024
Thomas
United KingdomOur room was small but we knew that when we booked. Had to rely on Tuk Tuks to go to and from town
Very comfortable and clean, lovely bed linen and comfortable bed. Great service at breakfast. Sampath the Tuk Tuk driver was very helpful and organised a driver for us. The best thing was the view and getting away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 8 March 2024
Alec
GermanyThe view was amazing. It was only around 7 minutes by tuk tuk from the center. The bed was very big and comfortable. The host was very hospitable and arranged a ride for us to Nuwara Eliya.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 5 March 2024
Zoe
AustraliaA very stylish property with fabulous views over Kandy. Wonderful staff who provided a delicious breakfast. We had missed dinner one evening and when I asked for a couple of bananas, was instead presented with a pot of tea, bananas and biscuits!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 3 March 2024
Andrea
GermanyGreat view, location, clean big rooms
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 28 February 2024
Claire
United KingdomIt would be helpful if they had bedside lights but but that's only constructive criticism 😊
The view was amazing . The breakfast really lovely and Puvannesh very helpful and obliging. Ravi my tuk tuk driver was very good and took me to some interesting sights.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 21 February 2024
Britt
NetherlandsThe view is amazing and the staff was super friendly and gave us a lovely breakfast.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 20 February 2024
Sophie
SwitzerlandA bit difficult to understand how to get there
Peaceful place with an amazing view over Kandy. Host was very friendly - we arrived earlier than check-in time and he prepared the room for us. Bed is super comfortable.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 20 February 2024
Peter
AustraliaNothing
The best accommodation we have stayed in during our trip to Sri Lanka. A beautiful house designed by Geoffrey Bawa with views over Kandy. The staff are amazing, always smiling and ready to help in any way. A special mention of the cooking by Apu which is exceptional.
Stayed in February 2024
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