Enjoy your visit to Kandy with a stay at Hanthana House. Freebies such as WiFi, valet parking and self-parking are added perks, and guests can keep active with on-site hiking/biking trails. A terrace and a garden are other highlights.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
8 rooms
Arranged over 5 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 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 10 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
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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
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 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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
Free babysitting
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Free on-site valet parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
Off-site
Area shuttle*
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–10 AM
Restaurant
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Room service (limited hours)
Travelling with children
Free babysitting
Toys
Art supplies
What to do
Ecotours
Hiking/biking trails
Mountain climbing nearby
Working away
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Facilities
Built in 2015
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Library
Television in common areas
Traditional architecture
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Slippers
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
What to enjoy
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bidet
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Access via exterior corridors
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 3 per person
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 70 per vehicle (one-way)
Local area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per day
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Also known as
Hanthana House Kandy
Hanthana Kandy
Hanthana
Hanthana House Kandy
Hanthana House Guesthouse
Hanthana House Guesthouse Kandy
Frequently asked questions
Does Hanthana House offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hanthana House 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hanthana House?
Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hanthana House?
Yes, there's free self and valet parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Hanthana House?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 70 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hanthana House?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-in is available.
What is there to do at Hanthana House and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as hiking. Additional recreation on-site includes ecotours. Enjoy amenities such as a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hanthana House?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
Hanthana House Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
10/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
6/10 Good
24 January 2020
Hard to find
Philip
Philip, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 March 2019
Very homely personal attention from Pathi and Suba and their staff. Delicious home-cooked meals prepared in their large family kitchen. Rooms very chic, beds incredibly comfortable. Bathroom amenities also great.
DanielleBG
DanielleBG, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 February 2019
Lovely guesthouse with jungle views
We had a lovely stay at Hathana House. The rooms are very spacious & the views are great. It’s not walking distance from Kandy, however it’s not far & about $2 CDN in a tuktuk to the town.
The hosts made a delicious curry for dinner and provided a great breakfast in the morning!
Gemma
Gemma, 2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 January 2019
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 November 2018
The Perfect Stay
It was the perfect place to start my trip in Sri Lanka. The place is clean and rooms are spacious with a well functioning AC. The food they serve is great, home cooked meal feeling. As this was my first stay in Sri Lanka, they help me organized better my trip, and went out of his way to help me get a window seat at the train from Nuwara Eliya to Ella and this was priceless.
Gerardo
Gerardo, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 November 2018
I had a wonderfully relaxing stay at Hanthana House. Nestled in the hills, each room has a great view of the surrounding greenery. The host was welcoming from the minute I arrived. The home cook dinner was one of the best meals I had in Sri Lanka. The host also helped arranged for a driver and guide to Dambulla and Sigiriya. My guide, Ayesh, was super knowledgable, extremely patient, and a safe driver.
Candice
Candice, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
10 August 2018
Lot of room for improvement
Our overall experience was mediocre. If not for the service of two employees, it could have been worse. The owner was interested in our ranking more than the service they provided. There was bed linen hanging outside our room to dry. The bathroom is sub par, and there were cockroaches in the cupboard. When told about the spiders, he did not seem to care much about it. However my ranking of the facility was purely because of the exemplary service provided by the kitchen and service staff, Kusuma and Nuwan respectively. They were exceptional. Overall this facility has a lot of room for improvement to reach the level a hotel or even a home stay.
Mohideen
Mohideen, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
26 June 2018
Friendly hosts and yummy meals!
Small room but had everything we needed. No tea and coffee making stuff but the hosts happy to provide!
Very long windy drive to get there and the view was ok but not amazing!
Would stay somewhere closer to town next time!!
sue
sue, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 April 2018
Clean and comfortable hotel
Room is clean and bathroom is reasonably big. Our room has a big balcony and good view over the hill. The house is big with a room balcony for yoga. Staff is friendly and helpful. The hotel is located furthest at the end of the road. A little difficult to find at night and can only be accessed by car. We really like the place overall.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 April 2018
Great kitchen and host. Host is friendly and helpful. Local travel knowledge is extremely helpful for us. The location of the place is also far away from all the buzz. Serene!
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 April 2018
Easter 2018 - Getaway from Singapore
Magical, jammed pack but very energizing and culturally rich.
Beanie
Beanie, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 February 2018
Great view, lovely rooms
Lovely newly built rooms with great view over the hillside. Family feeling and super helpful owners. It’s not within comfortable walking distance from the city center so you’ll most likely need to take a tuktuk (approximately 400lkr) just ask the owners for help ordering one.
Martin
Martin, 2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 February 2018
A quiet oasis near to Kandy
We had a lovely stay at Hanthana House. Pathie and his staff were charming and helpful without being overbearing or pushy. They gave us good advice and helped us to plan trips. A little out of Kandy but for us that was more pleasant
Michael
Michael, 4-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 January 2018
Great hotel in Kandy
We had a wonderful stay !the hotel is very quiet ...lovely clean air !food home cooked ....probably the best we had in Sri Lanka ...all your plans can be arranged from here ....good drivers .....and a very freindly host and family ....we even saw a small deer from our balcony !.....would definitely go back to visit Kandy and the area around ....and stay here. !
Lynden
Lynden, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 December 2017
Wonderful stay with great service!!!
Rebecka
Rebecka, 2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
13 September 2017
Quaint guesthouse in the hills overlooking Kandy
Nice guesthouse with beautiful views out over and beyond kandy. The room was comfortable and large and the family running it were very accomodating taking us out for a sunset walk after arriving. The breakfast and dinner were authentically homemade, plentiful and great value for money.
Kinar
Kinar , 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 May 2017
Very good the price
We would recommend this home stay , the owners are extremely helpful and can organise anything for you and nothing is two much trouble , it's up a hill and defiantly tuk tuk ride which the owner has on call , great place to stay and great value
sue
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
2 May 2017
Hanthana House
We enjoyed our stay at Hanthana House.All the staff were very friendly helpful and courteous at all times.The owner was extremely helpful with making and planning travel arrangements.Breakfast and evening meals were excellent,all fresh home cooked at reasonable prices ,$7USD per person,
kevin
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 March 2017
Very well kept guest house with friendly family.
The hospitality of the owner and his wife at Hanthana House were outstanding. Firstly, all of the meals were delicious and the hostess explained to us how they were cooked and prepared. We had problems obtaining train tickets to Ella but the owner went out of his way to ensure that we had train tickets and a driver for part of our journey to Ella who took us to a tea plantation. It was a fabulous day and all thanks to the owner of Hanthana House - we cannot thank him enough. The room we stayed in was elegant with beautiful views down the valley - it was a haven to retire here in the evenings after a busy day in Kandy.
Paul
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
16 March 2017
Roy
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
27 January 2017
Best curries and good service!
Good service and amenities. The food was excellent, best dinners in Sri Lanka so far!! Loved the okra and banana flowers, delicious. The location is a bit far from Kandy city, certainly too hilly to walk anywhere. The owners are very friendly and helpful.
Verified traveller
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 November 2016
Great B&B with delicious home-cooked meals
The hosts, Pathi and Suba, were warm, helpful and hospitable, always seeking to please. The home-cooked meals were delicious and generous in portions. We had a lovely stay there.
Jane
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
12 October 2016
A nice getaway from the busy city.....
Set in the hills overlooking kandy...... a nice calm place to relax from the days events of kandy city..... I stayed for 2 nights and ate dinner here which was a traditional curry.....owner was very knowledgeable and will organise tours if you wish.....
lone bear
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 July 2016
Great little place.
The family owners were super nice, room was very nice. Took a bit to find the place, but that is Sri Lanka for you. Bathroom shower still had a bit more work to be done as it was a lot of just plain cement, but can't complain as still amazing room otherwise for price. I would definitely come back when in area.
Damian
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 July 2019
Schöne Unterkunft in ruhiger Lage!
Das Hanthana House ist ein wenig vom Stadtzentrum entfernt auf einem Hügel gelegen. Die Lage ist optimal, da die Stadt sehr laut ist. Mit dem Tuktuk kommt man aber schnell ins Zentrum. Die Zimmer sind schön, gepflegt und sauber. Wir hatten ein Zimmer mit Aussicht auf die Hügellandschaft, was sehr schön war. Das Essen zubereitet von den Gastgebern war fantastisch, es gab auch immer ein reichhaltiges Frühstück. Die Unterkunft ist für den Preis unschlagbar!