🇱🇰 Kandy, Sri Lanka
Charlton Kandy Rest
📍 31, Raja Veediya, Kandy
Votre séjour — Charlton Kandy Rest
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La propriété — Charlton Kandy Rest
Charlton Kandy Rest is a no-nonsense 3-star property perched on a hillside above Kandy Lake. The lobby feels like a quiet, slightly worn colonial holdout: dark wood furniture, slow ceiling fans, and staff who remember your name. It suits budget-conscious travellers who value location over luxury — you’re a ten-minute walk from the Temple of the Tooth and the main bazaar, but don’t expect frills.
Chroniques de Kandy
Kandy was the last capital of the Sinhalese monarchy, holding out against Portuguese, Dutch and British invaders until 1815. The city grew around the sacred Temple of the Tooth, which houses a relic of the Buddha and remains the spiritual heart of Sri Lanka. Colonial-era buildings line the lake, but the modern city is a dense, chaotic mix of shops, buses and spice stalls. Today, Kandy is both a pilgrimage centre and a gateway to the hill country, balancing tourism with everyday life.
Meilleur moment pour visiter
Guide complet de Kandy →Meilleurs mois
December to February: dry, cool mornings, clear skies, manageable humidity — ideal for sightseeing without monsoon interruptions.
Peak / Festival surge
July and August: the Esala Perahera festival (July-August) draws huge crowds; hotel prices double and advance booking is essential; the city is packed with pilgrims and tourists.
La saison des épaules
April to May: after the main season, before the southwest monsoon — prices drop, hills are green, and crowds thin out.
Météo & Emballage
Kandy is cooler than the coast but still humid; expect sudden showers even in the dry months. Pack a lightweight rain jacket, a decent umbrella, and closed-toe shoes for temple visits.
Briefing de la ville — Kandy
- Kandy’s main bus station has been partially relocated to reduce congestion; the old clock tower stop is now mostly for private vans — check with your driver before boarding.
- A new pedestrian walkway along the lake’s southern edge opened in late 2025, making the walk from the Temple of the Tooth to the market area safer and more pleasant.
- July 2026 coincides with the Esala Perahera festival (dates confirmed 12–22 July), so expect road closures around the city centre and a surcharge on tuk-tuk fares.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Charlton Kandy Rest, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a higher floor (3rd floor or above) to minimize street noise from Raja Veediya, a busy street in the heart of Kandy. The hotel has a lift, which operates on all floors, but rooms on higher floors might experience less disturbance from lift usage.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the lift, as they might be more prone to noise from frequent elevator usage. Also, rooms on lower floors (1st or 2nd) might be more susceptible to street noise.
Best views
Rooms on the 3rd floor and above might offer views of the surrounding city, but since the hotel is situated on a relatively busy street, the view might not be entirely unobstructed.
Quietest floors
2nd floor and above
🔊 Noise notes
Noise from the street, especially from Raja Veediya, might be a concern for light sleepers. The hotel's location in the city center means that some noise from nearby businesses and pedestrian activity is unavoidable.
Insider tips
Request a room with a window facing the inner courtyard for a quieter experience. Take advantage of the hotel's proximity to the city center by asking the staff for recommendations on local restaurants and attractions.
- 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
Hôtel Facilités — Charlton Kandy Rest
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the hotel, with a speed of up to 100 Mbps; no login constraints
Serves all floors; no stairs-only historic sections
Complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) and physical papers available in the lobby
Check-in: 14:00, Check-out: 11:00; Early bag-drop available from 08:00; Late check-out until 13:00 is possible for an additional fee of LKR 2,000
Available at the front desk for a fee of LKR 200 per bag per day
Step-free access to the main entrance; wheelchair accessible rooms available; structural limitations: some rooms may have obstructed views due to the old building's architecture
On-site parking available for a nightly fee of LKR 500; nearest public car park is the Kandy Central Bus Station car park, approximately 500 meters away, with a fee of LKR 200 per 24 hours; EV charging available for a fee of LKR 500 per charge
Frais, taxes et dépôts
City / tourist tax: LKR 200 per night (approximately USD 1.10) - mandatory city tax
Deposit & card hold: LKR 5,000 is charged to your card at check-in as an incidentals deposit and LKR 20,000 as an advance deposit
Faith & Dietary à proximité
- Buddhist temple: Adahanamaluwa Gedige Vihara (200 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Trinity College Church (262 m · ~3 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: Rama Viharaya (334 m · ~4 min walk)
- Place of worship: Meera Maccam Jummah Masjid (363 m · ~5 min walk)
Style de vie et récréation
Mall — 2.6 km · ~32 min walk
Torrington Public Park — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Old Royal Palace — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
Kandyan Art Association — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
5 minutes de radios essentielles
NSB — 656 m · ~8 min walk
Nihals medical — 651 m · ~8 min walk
New Pris — 647 m · ~8 min walk
Asgiriya — 428 m · ~5 min walk
Monnaie & Monnaie
Get a travel card →Sri Lankan Rupee, LKR
Change money at banks or authorised FX dealers in Kandy town centre; avoid airport bureaux and tourist-area shops that offer poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard accepted at mid-range hotels, larger restaurants, and supermarkets; smaller shops and street vendors expect cash.
Restaurants often add a 10% service charge; if not, leave 200–500 LKR. Taxis round up the fare. Hotel porters get 100–300 LKR per bag.
Manger, faire du shopping et voyager sur un budget
Cheap car hire →Short black or tea from a roadside kade (stall) for 50–100 LKR.
A rice-and-curry plate from a local eatery costs 300–600 LKR.
Main from a modest restaurant near the clock tower: 500–800 LKR.
Kandy town centre streets, especially near the market and Dalada Veediya, offer roti, samosa, and isso vade for 20–100 LKR each.
Cargills Food City and Keells Super are common chains along the main roads reaching Raja Veediya.
Kandy Municipal Market and the arcades on Dalada Veediya sell budget textiles and casualwear.
Local bus in Kandy town: 30–50 LKR per ride. From Bandaranaike International Airport to Kandy, take the public bus (from Colombo) for about 300–400 LKR.
Eat at kades for rice and curry rather than tourist cafes; buy bottled water from supermarkets (50 LKR) instead of hotel minibars; negotiate tuk-tuk fares before boarding, especially near Raja Veediya.
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 Charlton Kandy Rest
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · NSB — 656 m · ~8 min walk — pharmacy · Nihals medical — 651 m · ~8 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →S’entourer
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.
À propos de 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...
Questions fréquemment posées
What are the best rooms at Charlton Kandy Rest?
Request a room on a higher floor (3rd floor or above) to minimize street noise from Raja Veediya, a busy street in the heart of Kandy. The hotel has a lift, which operates on all floors, but rooms on higher floors might experience less disturbance from lift usage.
Which rooms should I avoid at Charlton Kandy Rest?
Avoid rooms near the lift, as they might be more prone to noise from frequent elevator usage. Also, rooms on lower floors (1st or 2nd) might be more susceptible to street noise.
Is Charlton Kandy Rest noisy?
Noise from the street, especially from Raja Veediya, might be a concern for light sleepers. The hotel's location in the city center means that some noise from nearby businesses and pedestrian activity is unavoidable.
Which rooms have the best views at Charlton Kandy Rest?
Rooms on the 3rd floor and above might offer views of the surrounding city, but since the hotel is situated on a relatively busy street, the view might not be entirely unobstructed.
What are insider tips for staying at Charlton Kandy Rest?
Request a room with a window facing the inner courtyard for a quieter experience. Take advantage of the hotel's proximity to the city center by asking the staff for recommendations on local restaurants and attractions.
What time is check-in at Charlton Kandy Rest?
Check-in at Charlton Kandy Rest is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Charlton Kandy Rest have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the hotel, with a speed of up to 100 Mbps; no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Charlton Kandy Rest?
LKR 200 per night (approximately USD 1.10) - mandatory city tax
Where can I eat cheaply near Charlton Kandy Rest?
A rice-and-curry plate from a local eatery costs 300–600 LKR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Charlton Kandy Rest?
Local bus in Kandy town: 30–50 LKR per ride. From Bandaranaike International Airport to Kandy, take the public bus (from Colombo) for about 300–400 LKR.
When is the best time to visit Kandy?
December to February: dry, cool mornings, clear skies, manageable humidity — ideal for sightseeing without monsoon interruptions.
Principales attractions à 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.