Dein Aufenthalt — Dandelion Guest House
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Das Eigentum — Dandelion Guest House
The Dandelion Guest House is a straightforward three-star hotel on a steep Kandy hillside, offering clean rooms with tile floors, a modest garden and a small pool. Its USP is the view over the lake and the Temple of the Tooth from the upper veranda, plus a location ten minutes' walk from the city centre. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a calm base with a pool and don't expect frills; the lobby feels like a quiet, high-ceilinged waiting area with a fan and a receptionist who knows the bus routes.
Chroniken von Kandy
Kandy was the last capital of the Sinhala kings, a fiercely independent kingdom that held out against Portuguese, Dutch and British forces until 1815. The city's founding dates to the 14th century, but its character was shaped during the Kandyan period, when the Temple of the Tooth became the nation's spiritual heart. After British conquest, they built colonial bungalows and laid out the lake in 1807 as an ornament. Today Kandy is a UNESCO World Heritage site, blending colonial architecture, Buddhist stupas and a busy market town energy, with the Dalada Maligawa as its enduring anchor.
Beste Zeit zu besuchen
Vollständiger Kandy-Guide →Die besten Monate
January and February offer dry, sunny weather and comfortable temperatures, with moderate crowds because it's after the main winter peak. July is also good for the Esala Perahera festival, though with high humidity and evening rain.
Peak / Festival Surge
July and August peak with the Esala Perahera, a grand ten-day procession of dancers and elephants at the Temple of the Tooth. Hotel prices can double during the festival, and book six months ahead. This drives huge crowds and accommodation scarcity across Kandy.
Budget Schulter Saison
April and May are solid shoulder months: April has some heat but lower prices, while May sees the start of the southwest monsoon but fewer tourists. November also works well, with the northeast monsoon ending, clearer skies and better room rates.
Wetter & Verpackung
Kandy's altitude means it's cooler than the coast, but July is muggy with afternoon thundershowers. Pack a light rain jacket, quick-dry trousers and a pair of sandals that can handle wet streets.
Live City Briefing veröffentlicht — Kandy
- The Kandy–Colombo railway line is currently running a reduced service due to track maintenance between May and August 2026; expect delays of up to an hour. Check the official Sri Lanka Railways website before travelling.
- The Bahirawakanda Buddha statue viewpoint reopened in April 2026 after a safety upgrade; it's now open daily until 5pm, with a small entrance fee of 200 LKR.
- The local market near the clock tower has new pedestrian-only hours from 8am to 10am on Sundays, which clears space for walkers but also means limited vehicle access near the guest house that morning.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Dandelion Guest House, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Ask for a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor at the rear (away from Anniewatta Circular Rd). These floors sit above street level, reducing road noise, and the rear position avoids the front-facing traffic sounds. The guest house is a typical 3-storey Sri Lankan villa, so upper floors get better air and light.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms, especially those facing the front (Anniewatta Circular Rd). The road is a circular route with steady tuk-tuk and motorbike traffic, and ground level picks up engine drone, horn honks, and pedestrian noise from the entrance. Also avoid any room directly above the reception or dining area—these can get morning kitchen clatter.
Best views
The best view is from rear-facing rooms on the 2nd or 3rd floor—these look out over the steep hillside Anniewatta neighbourhood, with roofs, gardens, and a glimpse of the valley. Front rooms face the road and a mix of nearby houses; no iconic landmarks.
Quietest floors
The 2nd and 3rd floors are quietest. Being a small guest house (likely 3 storeys with no lift), these upper levels buffer street noise and are far from common areas.
🔊 Noise notes
Anniewatta Circular Rd is a local artery in a hilly residential area. Expect tuk-tuk, motorbike, and car noise from 6am to 10pm. The guest house is set back slightly but still audible. Occasional dogs barking or temple bells from nearby. No bar or disco noise—Kandy curfew is strict.
Insider tips
1. If you're driving, the street is narrow and parking is limited; ask ahead about off-street parking or plan to park on the road. 2. Request a rear room at booking—this is a common request for this property, and early check-in (around 11am) often secures quieter upstairs spots.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Einrichtungen — Dandelion Guest House
Free WiFi throughout, speed around 10 Mbps, no login required
Two-floor building with no lift; stairs-only access to upper rooms
No physical newspapers; free access to digital news via PressReader on lobby tablet
Check-in from 14:00, early bag-drop allowed from 10:00; late check-out until 12:00 costs LKR 2,500, after 12:00 charged half-day rate
Free storage available in lobby area, no security lockers
Step-free entrance, but no wheelchair-accessible rooms; bathroom thresholds are high
Free on-site parking for 4 cars; nearest public car park on Peradeniya Road, LKR 300 per night; no EV charging
Gebühren, Steuern & Einlagen
City / tourist tax: 10% government tax plus 2% city levy, included in room rate
Deposit & card hold: 50% of total stay charged as advance deposit; LKR 5,000 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Diät in der Nähe
- Buddhist temple: Sambodhi Viharaya (644 m · ~8 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: Sri Sambuddhaloka Samadhi Temple (841 m · ~11 min walk)
- Mosque: Katukele Jumma Masjid (858 m · ~11 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Pillaiyar Kovil (858 m · ~11 min walk)
Lokaler Lebensstil & Erholung
Mall — 710 m · ~9 min walk
Torrington Public Park — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Old Royal Palace — 2.1 km · ~26 min walk
Hindu Cultural Center — 747 m · ~9 min walk
5 Minuten Radius Essentials
NSB ATM — 705 m · ~9 min walk
Venus — 751 m · ~9 min walk
Chathura food Corner — 718 m · ~9 min walk
Kandy — 736 m · ~9 min walk
Geld & Währung
Get a travel card →Sri Lankan Rupee, LKR
Authorised moneychangers in Kandy city offer fair rates; avoid airport exchange and tourist bureaux as they give poor rates.
Cards work at mid-range hotels and larger shops; for street food, tuk-tuks and small stalls carry cash.
Restaurants add 10% service charge, so extra tip optional 5-10%; taxis round up to nearest 50 LKR; hotel staff a small note (100-200 LKR) for good service.
Essen, Einkaufen und Reisen auf einem Budget
Cheap car hire →A plain local tea or instant coffee from a small tea shop / kade, about 30-50 LKR.
A rice and curry plate at a local eatery, around 250-350 LKR.
A simple rice dish or kottu roti at a standard local restaurant, roughly 300-400 LKR for a main.
Kandy's central market area near the Dalada Maligawa and Clock Tower is the main spot for affordable street eats and short eats.
Keells Super or Cargills Food City are the common budget supermarket chains in Kandy.
Kandy city centre has local market stalls and small textile shops; nothing major for clothes shopping here.
Tuk-tuk (auto rickshaw) local trips typically 150-300 LKR; from airport, the cheapest is the public bus from Katunayake to Kandy (about 250-350 LKR, 3.5 hours).
Eat 'rice and curry' at small places away from main tourist roads for big savings; haggle firmly but politely with tuk-tuk drivers before getting in; use local buses rather than taxis for any longer local trips.
Emergency Contacts
KandyFor general emergencies in Kandy, dial 1990 (Tourist Police) from any phone. For assistance, contact the Kandy Police Station at +94 81 222 2261. Keep these numbers to hand. Also ask your hotel to confirm local contacts for medical help – they often know the best doctors.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Kandy, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Dandelion Guest House
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · NSB ATM — 705 m · ~9 min walk — pharmacy · Venus — 751 m · ~9 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Umher zu kommen
Kandy Railway Station → Gampola Railway Station (2 km walk to hotel)
💡 Buy a second-class ticket for 30 LKR to guarantee a seat. The train winds through the Mahaweli River valley—sit on the left side for best views. From Gampola station, walk or take a tuk-tuk (150 LKR) uphill to the rest house.
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) → Kandy city centre (Clock Tower stop), then onward bus to Gampola
💡 Take bus 187 from airport to Colombo Fort (100 LKR, 45 min), then a Kandy-bound bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha. The Gampola bus from Kandy’s Clock Tower is frequent but packed; sit if you can—it’s a 40-min ride.
Kandy (Goods Shed Bus Stand) → Gampola town centre (10 min walk to hotel)
💡 Catch bus #634 or any bus marked 'Gampola' from the Goods Shed—avoid private minibuses that charge double. Get off just past the Gampola clock tower and walk up the hill; the rest house is on your left.
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) → Gampola Rest House, Kandy
💡 Pre-book with a driver from Kandy to avoid Colombo drivers who don't know the winding Gampola roads. Expect to pay 7000–9000 LKR; bargain hard if booking at the airport.
Über Kandy
Wikipedia ↗
Kandy (Sinhala: මහනුවර, romanised: Mahanuwara [mahanuʋərə] ; Tamil: கண்டி, romanised: Kaṇṭi [ˈkaɳɖi] ) is a major city located in the Central Province of Sri Lanka. It was the last capital of the Sinhalese monarchy from 1469 to 1818, under the Kingdom of Kandy. The city is situated in the midst of h...
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What are the best rooms at Dandelion Guest House?
Ask for a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor at the rear (away from Anniewatta Circular Rd). These floors sit above street level, reducing road noise, and the rear position avoids the front-facing traffic sounds. The guest house is a typical 3-storey Sri Lankan villa, so upper floors get better air and light.
Which rooms should I avoid at Dandelion Guest House?
Avoid ground-floor rooms, especially those facing the front (Anniewatta Circular Rd). The road is a circular route with steady tuk-tuk and motorbike traffic, and ground level picks up engine drone, horn honks, and pedestrian noise from the entrance. Also avoid any room directly above the reception or dining area—these can get morning kitchen clatter.
Is Dandelion Guest House noisy?
Anniewatta Circular Rd is a local artery in a hilly residential area. Expect tuk-tuk, motorbike, and car noise from 6am to 10pm. The guest house is set back slightly but still audible. Occasional dogs barking or temple bells from nearby. No bar or disco noise—Kandy curfew is strict.
Which rooms have the best views at Dandelion Guest House?
The best view is from rear-facing rooms on the 2nd or 3rd floor—these look out over the steep hillside Anniewatta neighbourhood, with roofs, gardens, and a glimpse of the valley. Front rooms face the road and a mix of nearby houses; no iconic landmarks.
What are insider tips for staying at Dandelion Guest House?
1. If you're driving, the street is narrow and parking is limited; ask ahead about off-street parking or plan to park on the road. 2. Request a rear room at booking—this is a common request for this property, and early check-in (around 11am) often secures quieter upstairs spots.
What time is check-in at Dandelion Guest House?
Check-in at Dandelion Guest House is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Dandelion Guest House have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout, speed around 10 Mbps, no login required
Is there a city or tourist tax at Dandelion Guest House?
10% government tax plus 2% city levy, included in room rate
Where can I eat cheaply near Dandelion Guest House?
A rice and curry plate at a local eatery, around 250-350 LKR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Dandelion Guest House?
Tuk-tuk (auto rickshaw) local trips typically 150-300 LKR; from airport, the cheapest is the public bus from Katunayake to Kandy (about 250-350 LKR, 3.5 hours).
When is the best time to visit Kandy?
January and February offer dry, sunny weather and comfortable temperatures, with moderate crowds because it's after the main winter peak. July is also good for the Esala Perahera festival, though with high humidity and evening rain.
Top-Attraktionen in Kandy
💡 Walk anticlockwise for the best sunset views over the temple. Go early morning (before 7am) to see monitor lizards swimming and monks doing their rounds.
💡 Go at sunrise (6am) for clear views before the haze rolls in. You can also walk up from the city in 25 minutes – the path starts near the Kandy Lake car park. Take water.
💡 The museum is small and takes only 45 minutes. The best items are the golden throne and the ivory–embedded swords. Skip if you're short on time – it's basic and dimly lit.
💡 Visit after 5pm for the daily puja ceremony – fewer crowds and the golden roof shines in evening light. Entrance is cheaper if you skip the museum add-on.
💡 Buy only a basic entry ticket – ignore the extras for the orchid house. Visit on a weekday morning to avoid Sri Lankan school groups. Take mosquito repellent.