A hillside retreat in Heerasgala, above Kandy, known for misty mornings, sweeping views and warm service.
- Upscale
Why we marked it
- Lake-view rooms with balconies
- Two minutes’ walk to Kandy Lake and the viewpoint
- Breakfast included
- Free parking
Ceyloni Lake Residency is on Rajapihilla Mawatha, the road that winds up above Kandy Lake towards the Kandy viewpoint. The lake and the viewpoint are about two minutes away on foot, and the railway station around 15 minutes.
What it’s like
Several rooms look out over the lake, some with balconies, which is exactly what you want from this part of Kandy. Breakfast is included, parking is free and rooms have air conditioning and a desk if you need to work.
Good to know
- Rajapihilla Mawatha is one of the best addresses in Kandy for views while staying walkable.
- Head to the viewpoint around sunset for the classic view over the lake and town.
- Book a lake-view room specifically; not every room faces the water.
Where it is
59 Rajapihilla Mawatha, Kandy, Sri Lanka
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