Queen's Hotel

Property class: 3
Kandy hotel with 2 restaurants and outdoor pool

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Queen's Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Kandy. After splashing around at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at one of the 2 restaurants or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights at this Colonial hotel include a children's pool, a terrace, and a garden.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Children's pool
  • Room service
  • Business center
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden

Feel at home (6)

  • Children's pool
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bedroom
  • Television
  • Garden

Room options

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Standard King

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Superior Double Room, City View

  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Lake view
  • 27 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Executive Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Lake view
  • 32 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Junior Double Room

  • Lake view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Superior Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
D S Senanayake Veediya, Kandy

What's nearby

  • Kandy Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Temple of the Tooth - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Udawatta Kele Sanctuary - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Wales Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Royal Palace of Kandy - 5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 161 min drive
  • Kandy Railway Station - 11 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Sky Lounge - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Balaji Dosai - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kandyan Muslim Hotel - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Soul Food - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Hela Bojun Hala - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Queen's Hotel

  • Queen's Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Kandy. After splashing around at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at one of the 2 restaurants or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights at this Colonial hotel include a children's pool, a terrace, and a garden.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 91 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

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

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children's pool

What to do

  • Shopping

Working away

  • Business center
  • 3 meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hair salon
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • Built in 1841
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • An outdoor pool
  • Banquet hall
  • Colonial architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

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

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

Onsite venue #2 - This restaurant specializes in Chinese cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 8 for adults and USD 4 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 75 per room (one-way)
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Airport shuttle service for children costs USD 75

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 31.

Also known as

Queen's Hotel Kandy
Queen's Kandy
Queens Hotel Kandy
Queen's Hotel Hotel
Queen's Hotel Kandy
Queen's Hotel Hotel Kandy

Frequently asked questions

Does Queen's Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Queen's 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 Queen's Hotel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at Queen's Hotel?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Queen's Hotel?

Yes, there's free valet parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Queen's Hotel?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 75 per room one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Queen's Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Queen's Hotel and nearby?

Queen's Hotel has an outdoor pool and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Queen's Hotel?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring Chinese cuisine.

Does Queen's Hotel have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony.

What's the area around Queen's Hotel like?

Queen's Hotel is in the heart of Kandy, a short 1-minute walk from Kandy Lake and 4 minutes' walk from Wales Park.

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Reviews

Queen's Hotel Reviews

7.6

Good

7.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

7.8

Staff & service

6.6

Property conditions & facilities

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Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

If you are visiting Kandy, Queen’s Hotel should be your first choice. Everything you want is there, and in addition you stay in a hotel that has one of the most important heritage value. Easy access to town, the lake, and the temple that house the Tooth Relic makes Queen’s strategically the best location in Kandy.
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff at the hotel was wonderful.
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10/10 Exceptional

This is a historic hotel with a huge charm factor. My room was enormous with three balconies, and the staff was very welcoming and professional. I especially enjoyed tea and coffee in the outdoor private garden and pool area. The location was central and convenient. I always felt safe and welcomed.
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10/10 Exceptional

Cool historical hotel in central location. Recommend the courtyard/ non city view rooms because it is centrally located and the road is busy. We stayed for one night and it was perfect to see what we wanted to see in kandy.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

They upgraded us to a suite facing the lake, allowed us early checkin. Comfortable, good hotel. Easy acceas ro the temple and Cultural dance center and restaurants.
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10/10 Exceptional

This is more than hundred years old hotel and that is one of the reason I like this place. The hotel is well maintained. Old polished floors and wall fittings are still there. Yet my room had a nice modern bathroom. Everyone who made my stay comfortable were kind, friendly and ready to help. Thank you to all of them.
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8/10 Very good

Really nice stay at the queens hotel. Great location. Staff amazing. Slightly dated. But that was part of its charm.
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10/10 Exceptional

The room is overall good with this over 100 year old building. Some might needed be maintained. But I am happy with the hotel and staff services. I will definitely staying here again.
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful old hotel with great staff! Restaurant provided buffet meals at a reasonable price.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were amazing and on hand for everything and anything from reception and security to waiters and chefs. The pool attendant and gardener were also excellent
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

This is an old hotel from Brits period. It is decently modern with hot/cold water showers comfortable beds with good linen. And the staff that work there are the most kindest and helpful people. Lovated right by the Buddhist Holy site, TheTemple of Tooth and the ancient lake, it is also very close for shopping as well Unlike many hotels in Kandy built on the mountain sides that require uphill downhill walksor TukTuks, Queens Hotel is right in the city. Only thing not to do is walking in the evening around the lake since all the birds in the world come to roost on trees around the lake. If you want to do a walk, go to the opposite side of the lake where paths are way from tree line.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Victorian Experience

A truely Victorian experience. The hotel has kept all its original charm while adding modern luxuries where needed.
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10/10 Exceptional

They went above and beyond to assist me with all my needs. If you’re traveling in the area, I cannot recommend this hotel enough! The staff is incredibly warm and accommodating, making your stay truly enjoyable. Everything about my experience was exceptional.
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Amazing location

Old historic hotel. Amazing location. Serviceminded staff. Downside; too many big tour groups use this hotel, so not so cosy, when you come as the only ones not part of a large group
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Good

Convenient location. Just close to all main attraction and restaurants, such as the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic and Kandy lake. The hotel itself looks elegant and the maintenance is quite good. I especially enjoy the life that you can feel the living history of the hotel. It is also conformable to stay in the room. Good choice or stay here of you visit Kandy.
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8/10 Very good

Good for business because of WIFI condition. LIght control at the bed side is very convenient
Verified review

8/10 Very good

You must read-up on what to expect at the queen’s hotel. It may or may not be for you. It feels like stepping back in time. The place is a little shabby in places but if you want to have that feeling of living a bit of history it delivers. It’s an excellent location and the staff are all friendly and helpful. The pool offers a break from the noise of town and just generally- bring your ear plugs! We really enjoyed our stay.
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Charming but in need of renovation

We like the charm of old colonial hotels and would recommend it because of the great location but you should no that a lot of things don't always work. Staff is very friendly and helpful. I saw the one room that has been renovated and it aas very nice with modern bathroom and still the room with colonial style.
Verified review

8/10 Very good

It was a pleasant stay at The Queens Hotel. We received a warm welcome on arrival. The position is perfect for visiting the Temple, overlooking the lake in Kandy but the traffic noise is incredible. Yes you are right in the heart of the city so not unexpected but trying to sleep is not easy. Room was clean and adequate and probably once was quite something but now old fashioned and very basic. There are no frills, no luxury and although our bathroom had a bath it was impossible to use it as took too long to fill it! Buffet breakfast was ok, basic and our least favourite in Sri Lanka - perhaps we have been spoilt everywhere else. In summary one night was enough for us.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Queens Hotel. The property is beautiful, with its traditional colonial architecture and a prime location overlooking the lake and the Temple of the Tooth. The two-bedroom family suite was ideal for our family, offering plenty of space and convenient access to the surrounding shops, restaurants, and main streets. Each room was equipped with air conditioning, which was greatly appreciated in the heat and humidity, and complimentary bottled water was replenished daily. The laundry service was excellent—both efficient and remarkably fast. What truly stood out, however, was the exceptional level of service from the staff. They consistently went above and beyond, whether delivering extra water, showing our daughter how to make an elephant from the towels, or arranging for a pair of trousers to be professionally cleaned after an accidental stain. The facilities were also excellent. The pool and bar area provided a relaxing atmosphere, and the restaurant served a range of delicious meals throughout our stay. The only minor drawbacks were the low shower water pressure, which made washing long hair somewhat challenging, and the noticeable noise from traffic and crows during the night. Light sleepers may wish to bring earplugs. Overall, we would highly recommend the Queens Hotel. Its combination of character, location, facilities, and outstanding service made for a memorable stay, and we would gladly return in the future.
Verified review

6/10 Good

Great surroundings. Lots of history. Unfriendly staff. The safely box didn't work ( somebody had taken the batteries). Nothing was done although I staff different staff members at least five times.
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8/10 Very good

Lovely historic hotel, yet sadly long overdue for a major renovation. Upgraded to a suite (thank-you), yet broken air conditioner that staff tried to fix with a broomstick/leaking ceilings in various rooms (dangerous on floorboards)/light bulbs broken & not replaced/dangerous electrical PowerPoints/shower mechanism broken & fell Off & hot water tap itself overheats & liable to burn. In a positive, bed & pillows comfortable, pool fantastic & staff very helpful. Particularly the Manager/CEO Mr Kumar.
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6/10 Good

Keep your sense of humour and you'll get through the half to one hour check in process and you'll start to enjoy this quirky, totally inefficient hotel in the perfect location opposite the Temple of the Tooth. It's unapologetically rundown - but if you love heritage hotels you'll love this place. It has a nice restaurant with really lovely staff. It's the reception staff that desperately need training in how to deal with customers. We had zero explanation of why we were kept waiting for over half an hour. Very poor communication and generally inept. But again, get through the check in process and you'll be in heritage bliss - well, maybe not 'bliss' but you'll probably love the place anyway.
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Amazing place, old world charm and it's location is perfect. Staff super helpful and efficient and both hotel and room v clean. Breakfast was a bit of a disappointment, the room was not suitable and poorly laid out. Would go back
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay

Great Hotel