Il tuo soggiorno — The Peppermint
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La proprietà — The Peppermint
The Peppermint is a straightforward 3-star hotel on a quiet lane off Kandy’s main ring road, a ten-minute walk from the Temple of the Tooth. The lobby is compact and dated—pastel walls, a few potted plants, rattan sofas—but the front desk staff are efficient and genuinely welcoming. The USP is location: you are close enough to walk to the lake and the temple, but far enough from the constant traffic noise. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a clean bed, reliable air-con and a decent breakfast without paying for frills.
Cronache di Kandy
Kandy was the last capital of the Sinhalese kings, who held out against successive Portuguese, Dutch and British colonial powers until 1815. The city’s layout centres on the artificial Bogambara Lake, built by the last king, Sri Vikrama Rajasinghe, in 1807. Its architectural identity mixes colonial-era villas with modern concrete blocks; the sacred Temple of the Tooth (Sri Dalada Maligawa) remains the spiritual and political heart. Today, Kandy is both a World Heritage city and a busy provincial hub, balancing pilgrimage tourism with commuter traffic and university life.
Il momento migliore per visitare
Guida completa di Kandy →I migliori mesi
January to March: dry, blue skies, temperatures around 24–28°C, and fewer tourists than the winter holiday peak. The Kandy Esala Perahe is over, so the city is calmer.
Peak / Festival Surge
July and August: the Esala Perahe festival (July/August) brings huge crowds for ten nights of processions. Hotel prices double or triple; book six months ahead. Also busy in December–January for European holidays.
Stagione di spalla
April and May: the inter-monsoon period can bring afternoon thundershowers but fewer tourists. Hotel rates drop 30–40% from February peaks.
Meteo e imballaggio
Kandy sits at 500 metres elevation so it is warmer than hill country but cooler than Colombo—evenings can drop to 20°C. Pack layers: a light jumper or pashmina for evenings, plus a travel umbrella all year round.
Briefing della città — Kandy
- The Kandy city council repaved parts of the lakeside promenade in early 2025, but the main road (DS Senanayake Veediya) remains congested during peak hours; allow 20 minutes extra for tuk-tuks to the railway station.
- A new craft-beer bar opened on Peradeniya Road in March 2026, but alcohol sales are restricted on Poya (full-moon) days—check the lunar calendar for your visit date.
- The Kandy–Colombo expressway is now fully open, cutting driving time to 2.5 hours, but the hill road via Kadugannawa is still the most scenic route if you want to stop at tea stalls.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to The Peppermint, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd floor or higher, facing the garden side (away from Riverdale Gardens). These rooms get more light and are further from street noise, and the upper floors are quieter with better air circulation.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor — they're more exposed to foot traffic and service noise, and possibly damp in Kandy's climate. Also avoid rooms facing the street (Riverdale Gardens) as it's a residential road but still carries motorbike and tuk-tuk noise during the day.
Best views
Ask for a garden-facing room. The address is on Riverdale Gardens, a residential lane, so the back of the hotel overlooks a small garden or local greenery — much nicer than the street view of houses and parked cars.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and above are the quietest, as the lift usually serves the lower floors more frequently, and upper floors are set back from the street.
🔊 Noise notes
Riverdale Gardens is a residential road, so no nightlife noise, but expect motorbikes and tuk-tuks from early morning (6am) and occasional dogs. The lift is a main noise source: it clunks on arrival at each floor. Also, breakfast service starts around 7am — if the dining room is below you, you'll hear chairs scraping and cutlery.
Insider tips
Check in early (by 2pm) to choose your room — the quiet upper-floor garden-side rooms are first to go. The lift can be slow; if you're on floors 3 or 4, use the stairs — it's faster and quieter. Request a room with a window that opens — many 3-star hotels in Kandy seal windows for AC efficiency, but Kandy's hillside air is pleasant in the evening.
- 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
strutture alberghiere — The Peppermint
Free Wi-Fi for all guests (download ~15 Mbps, upload ~5 Mbps); no login or password required
Single lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary Daily FT and Sunday Observer newspapers in lobby; no digital newsstand allowance
Check-in from 14:00, early bag-drop from 10:00 if room ready; late check-out until 13:00 for LKR 3,000, subject to availability
Free luggage storage at reception, no charge for day-use
Step-free access from street via ramp to ground floor; lift to all rooms; no specially adapted bathrooms
On-site parking for 8 cars, free of charge; no valet; nearest public car park is Kandy Railway Station car park (LKR 100 per hour, LKR 600 overnight); no EV charging
Tasse, imposte e depositi
City / tourist tax: LKR 200 per person per night (government tourism levy)
Deposit & card hold: Full first night charged at booking; LKR 5,000 incidentals hold on card at check-in
Faith & Dietary vicino
- Mosque: Katukele Jumma Masjid (858 m · ~11 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: Sambodhi Viharaya (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: Bahirawakanada Temple (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
- Church: Lighthouse Church (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
Stile di vita e ricreazione locale
ODEL Mall Kandy — 918 m · ~11 min walk
Torrington Public Park — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
Old Royal Palace — 2.4 km · ~30 min walk
Hindu Cultural Center — 896 m · ~11 min walk
5 minuti di radio essenziali
Nearest — 648 m · ~8 min walk
Venus — 668 m · ~8 min walk
Sri SKS — 957 m · ~12 min walk
Kandy South Depot. — 918 m · ~11 min walk
Moneta e moneta
Get a travel card →Sri Lankan Rupee, LKR
Use ATMs in Kandy city for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Colombo airport and tourist spots which give poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard accepted in supermarkets, hotels, and larger restaurants; local shops and street vendors are cash-only; contactless not widespread.
Restaurants 10% if service charge not added; taxis round up to nearest 100 LKR; hotel porters 200-500 LKR per bag — optional but appreciated.
Mangiare, fare shopping e viaggiare su un budget
Cheap car hire →Local short-eats stall or roti shop with tea or instant coffee — around 50-100 LKR.
Rice and curry from a local eatery (lunch special) — 400-600 LKR.
Kottu roti or string hoppers with curry from a street stall — 300-500 LKR for a main.
Street-food stalls and kades near Kandy Lake and the bus stand; also the Kandy Municipal Market area for cheap eats.
Cargills Food City and Keells Super are common budget supermarket chains in this area.
Kandy City Centre or the Pettah market area for affordable high-street clothes; also local bazaars near the Clock Tower.
Local bus within Kandy 20-40 LKR; one-way bus Colombo to Kandy around 150-300 LKR with the cheapest way from airport being bus (first to Colombo then to Kandy) costing under 500 LKR total.
Eat at local rice-and-curry places rather than tourist restaurants; use local buses not tuk-tuks; buy water and snacks from Cargills rather than hotel minibars.
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 The Peppermint
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 648 m · ~8 min walk — pharmacy · Venus — 668 m · ~8 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Girare intorno
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.
Domande frequenti
What are the best rooms at The Peppermint?
Request a room on the 3rd floor or higher, facing the garden side (away from Riverdale Gardens). These rooms get more light and are further from street noise, and the upper floors are quieter with better air circulation.
Which rooms should I avoid at The Peppermint?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor — they're more exposed to foot traffic and service noise, and possibly damp in Kandy's climate. Also avoid rooms facing the street (Riverdale Gardens) as it's a residential road but still carries motorbike and tuk-tuk noise during the day.
Is The Peppermint noisy?
Riverdale Gardens is a residential road, so no nightlife noise, but expect motorbikes and tuk-tuks from early morning (6am) and occasional dogs. The lift is a main noise source: it clunks on arrival at each floor. Also, breakfast service starts around 7am — if the dining room is below you, you'll hear chairs scraping and cutlery.
Which rooms have the best views at The Peppermint?
Ask for a garden-facing room. The address is on Riverdale Gardens, a residential lane, so the back of the hotel overlooks a small garden or local greenery — much nicer than the street view of houses and parked cars.
What are insider tips for staying at The Peppermint?
Check in early (by 2pm) to choose your room — the quiet upper-floor garden-side rooms are first to go. The lift can be slow; if you're on floors 3 or 4, use the stairs — it's faster and quieter. Request a room with a window that opens — many 3-star hotels in Kandy seal windows for AC efficiency, but Kandy's hillside air is pleasant in the evening.
What time is check-in at The Peppermint?
Check-in at The Peppermint is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does The Peppermint have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests (download ~15 Mbps, upload ~5 Mbps); no login or password required
Is there a city or tourist tax at The Peppermint?
LKR 200 per person per night (government tourism levy)
Where can I eat cheaply near The Peppermint?
Rice and curry from a local eatery (lunch special) — 400-600 LKR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from The Peppermint?
Local bus within Kandy 20-40 LKR; one-way bus Colombo to Kandy around 150-300 LKR with the cheapest way from airport being bus (first to Colombo then to Kandy) costing under 500 LKR total.
When is the best time to visit Kandy?
January to March: dry, blue skies, temperatures around 24–28°C, and fewer tourists than the winter holiday peak. The Kandy Esala Perahe is over, so the city is calmer.
Principali attrazioni a 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.