Rivendell Hotel

133 Kandy Road, Gurudeniya, Kandy, Sri Lanka -

8.1/10 · 33 reviews

Rivendell Hotel Kandy is a great place to stay in a historic district, a 15-minute drive from the large Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic. This hotel features Wi-Fi in public areas and 20 rooms that offer views of the lake.

Location

Guests may find the Catholic cathedral "St Anthony's Church" 7 km from the 4-star hotel, while Royal Palace of Kandy is 8 km away. The Rivendell is situated a 20-minute ride from Lord Kataragama Temple, which is considered to be a sacred site. Along with other cultural attractions World Buddhist Museum is nestled within 9 km of this property. The smoke-free hotel is 15 minutes' drive from Victoria Reservoir SPB airport and 10 minutes by car from Kandy train station.

Rooms

The rooms at the Rivendell Kandy provide guests with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as comforts such as air conditioning. There is also a private bathroom. Bathrooms feature a bidet and a separate toilet along with hair dryers and bathrobes.

Food & Drinks

This accommodation features an English breakfast daily. Rivendell Sky is an Asian restaurant specialised in Indian cuisine.

Leisure & Activities

Relax in an outdoor swimming pool or enjoy a sunbathing terrace, spa therapy, and spa services. This Kandy hotel offers sports activities including billiard and darts.

Why choose Rivendell Hotel Kandy

Rooftop infinity pool with views
On-site restaurant serving French cuisine
Diverse on-site activities offered
Spa facilities and wellness packages

Main amenities

Free Wi-Fi
Parking
24-hour services
Swimming Pool
Sports activities
Spa and relaxation
On-site Dining
Meeting facilities
No Smoking
Child-friendly
Breakfast
Air conditioning
No pets allowed

Expert tips

Choose a room with hill views to enjoy the peaceful area.

Priya Abeysekara Travel Experience Manager
Budget extra for full board to sample the high-quality breakfast and dinner variety.

Chaminda Perera Hospitality Consultant
Plan to visit the rooftop in the evening to see the bat migration.

Nimal Jayasekara Freelance Travel Advisor
Ask staff to prepare vegetarian dishes; they accommodate specific dietary preferences.

Saru Wijesinghe Part-Time Travel Consultant

Important information

Check-in:

from 14:00 until 23:59

Check-out:

until 11:00

Children and extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room.

Quick local hint

Kandy

“Walk to the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic to experience a famous cultural landmark. Head up to the peaceful Kandy CBD area in around 10 minutes to explore shops and cafes. Catch the evening bat migration from the hotel rooftop for a unique natural event.”

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From USD 60 per night

Check-in 1 Nov 2026

Check-out 2 Nov 2026

Guests 2 guests

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8.1 /10

Very Good 33 reviews

Reviews summary

Rivendell Hotel in Kandy is frequently noted for its clean, spacious rooms with beautiful views of hills and greenery. Guests highlight the great hospitality and the diverse breakfast buffet including both local and Western options. Some note the hotel is about 10 minutes from Kandy's busy center but remains peaceful inside. Many mention the excellent food variety and the nice rooftop experience watching bat migration in the evening.

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