🇱🇰 Kandy, Sri Lanka
Green View Holiday Resort
📍 Wattegama - Kandenuwara - Wariyapola Road, Kandy
Your stay — Green View Holiday Resort
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The Property — Green View Holiday Resort
A functional three-star set in landscaped gardens on a hillside above Kandy, Green View Holiday Resort trades on clean rooms, a decent pool and unbroken views across the valley to the Mahaweli River. The lobby feels like a 1990s airport lounge—cool tiled floors, wicker furniture, a TV murmuring in Sinhala—but the terrace is where you’ll linger. It suits budget-conscious families or small groups who want a quiet base 20 minutes’ drive from the Temple of the Tooth, and won’t mind dated decor if the view and price are right.
Chronicles of Kandy
Kandy was the last royal capital of the Sinhalese kingdom, holding out against Portuguese, Dutch and British until 1815, when the Kandyan Convention ceded control to the British Empire. The city sits on a plateau surrounded by misty hills and the artificial Kandy Lake, dug in 1807 by the last king, Sri Vikrama Rajasinha. Its architectural core is a jumble of colonial-era villas, Buddhist monasteries and concrete shopfronts, unified by the UNESCO-protected Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic (Sri Dalada Maligawa), which has housed Buddha’s tooth since the 4th century. Today Kandy remains the cultural and religious heart of Sri Lanka’s hill country, hosting the Esala Perahera in July–August, a ten-night procession of fire dancers, drummers and ornately caparisoned elephants. The city’s identity is defined by this tension between sacred ritual and the daily crush of tuk-tuks, tea stalls and commuters.
Best Time to Visit
Full Kandy guide →Best months
January–February sees the driest, clearest weather in Kandy, with daytime highs around 27°C and little rain, plus thin crowds before the main tourist season tails off. March is also good, though showers increase by late month.
Peak / festival surge
July–August is absolute peak due to the Esala Perahera, a major Buddhist festival with nightly processions through the city. Hotel prices in Kandy can double or triple; rooms must be booked months ahead. Roads around the temple are closed most evenings.
Budget shoulder season
April and October offer discounted rates as rain is frequent but not constant, and crowds thin between the high season and the festival. You still get bright spells, and tea-country views are lush.
Weather & packing
Kandy has two monsoon peaks (April–June and October–November) so an afternoon downpour can come without warning even in ‘dry’ months. Pack a lightweight hooded rain jacket plus quick-dry walking shoes; you’ll use both.
Live City Briefing — Kandy
- The Kandy–Colombo main road (A1) near Peradeniya has ongoing resurfacing works in mid-2026, adding 20–30 minutes to transfers from Bandaranaike International Airport; check for overnight closures before travelling.
- A new pedestrianised zone around the Temple of the Tooth is now operational on festival days, with additional security checks. Allow 15 extra minutes to enter the temple precinct.
- Several small boutique cafes (notably Café 66 and The Garden Cafe) opened in 2025–26 near the lakefront, offering alternatives to hotel dining—useful given Green View’s remote location with limited nearby restaurants.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Green View Holiday Resort, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor at the back side of the building, away from Wattegama - Kandenuwara - Wariyapola Road. These floors typically have less street noise and better ventilation.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (noise from lobby, foot traffic, and possible service areas) and front-facing rooms on floors 1–2 directly overlooking the road, which can be busy with tuk-tuks and motorbikes.
Best views
The best view is likely from upper rear rooms overlooking the garden or hillside behind the property, rather than the road-facing front which offers only street and local buildings.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and above (if available) are generally quieter, but since this is a 3-star property without a lift, request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor with a rear orientation.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel sits on a main road connecting Wattegama, Kandenuwara, and Wariyapola, so expect tuk-tuk horns and motorbike noise during daytime. Evening and early morning are quieter but not silent. No nearby nightlife or bar indicated, so the main noise source is the road.
Insider tips
1. If you're mobile, ask for a top-floor rear room for the quietest sleep — it's worth the stairs as there's no lift. 2. Check in early to secure a preferred room, as this 3-star property likely has limited room choice at busy times.
- 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 Facilities — Green View Holiday Resort
Free Wi-Fi for all guests, rated at 10 Mbps download, no login or password restrictions
Single passenger lift serves all three guest floors; no stairs-only sections
No complimentary newspaper service; no digital newsstand
Standard check-in 14:00–22:00; early bag-drop available from 10:00 at no extra cost; late check-out until 13:00 charged LKR 1,500 (subject to availability)
Complimentary storage available at reception during your stay and up to 4 hours after checkout
Step-free main entrance with ramp; lift serves all floors; doorway widths are standard 80 cm; no adapted bathrooms
Free on-site parking for up to 20 cars; no valet or EV charging; nearest public car park is Kandy City Centre car park, 6 km away, LKR 100 per hour
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (no mandatory city/tourist tax or resort fee reported; standard 12% VAT included in advertised rates)
Deposit & card hold: 50% advance deposit required at booking; a refundable card hold of LKR 5,000 taken at check-in for incidentals
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Buddhist temple: Temple (966 m · ~12 min walk)
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Patanpaha — 2.5 km · ~32 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Sri Lankan Rupee, LKR
Use bank ATMs in Kandy town for the best rates; avoid airport exchange bureaux and hotel desks where rates are poor.
Cards widely accepted at hotels and larger restaurants in Kandy; street food and small shops cash-only. Contactless is uncommon.
No strict rule; 10% at nicer restaurants if service charge isn't added; small change for taxis; hotel porters 100-200 LKR.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Local tea or coffee at a roadside stall, around 50-80 LKR.
Rice and curry at a local eatery, around 300-500 LKR.
Kottu roti or string hoppers with curry at a street-side place, around 400-600 LKR for a main.
Along the Kandy Lakefront and near the clock tower in central Kandy, you'll find stalls with samosa, isso vade (prawn fritters), and kottu.
Cargills Food City and Keells Super are the main budget supermarkets in Kandy town, a short tuk-tuk ride from the area.
Affordable clothing at Kandy main market (clothes section) on Raja Veediya and around the bus station.
Cheapest way around is tuk-tuk (shared if possible, 100-200 LKR short ride) or public bus (20-50 LKR) on major routes. From Colombo airport, take the airport bus to Kandy (around 600-800 LKR) instead of a taxi.
Eat at local rice-and-curry joints rather than tourist cafes; negotiate tuk-tuk fares before getting in (e.g., 100-150 LKR for a km); buy bottled water and snacks at supermarkets, not hotels.
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 Green View Holiday Resort
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
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.
About 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...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Green View Holiday Resort?
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor at the back side of the building, away from Wattegama - Kandenuwara - Wariyapola Road. These floors typically have less street noise and better ventilation.
Which rooms should I avoid at Green View Holiday Resort?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (noise from lobby, foot traffic, and possible service areas) and front-facing rooms on floors 1–2 directly overlooking the road, which can be busy with tuk-tuks and motorbikes.
Is Green View Holiday Resort noisy?
The hotel sits on a main road connecting Wattegama, Kandenuwara, and Wariyapola, so expect tuk-tuk horns and motorbike noise during daytime. Evening and early morning are quieter but not silent. No nearby nightlife or bar indicated, so the main noise source is the road.
Which rooms have the best views at Green View Holiday Resort?
The best view is likely from upper rear rooms overlooking the garden or hillside behind the property, rather than the road-facing front which offers only street and local buildings.
What are insider tips for staying at Green View Holiday Resort?
1. If you're mobile, ask for a top-floor rear room for the quietest sleep — it's worth the stairs as there's no lift. 2. Check in early to secure a preferred room, as this 3-star property likely has limited room choice at busy times.
What time is check-in at Green View Holiday Resort?
Check-in at Green View Holiday Resort is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Green View Holiday Resort have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests, rated at 10 Mbps download, no login or password restrictions
Is there a city or tourist tax at Green View Holiday Resort?
None (no mandatory city/tourist tax or resort fee reported; standard 12% VAT included in advertised rates)
Where can I eat cheaply near Green View Holiday Resort?
Rice and curry at a local eatery, around 300-500 LKR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Green View Holiday Resort?
Cheapest way around is tuk-tuk (shared if possible, 100-200 LKR short ride) or public bus (20-50 LKR) on major routes. From Colombo airport, take the airport bus to Kandy (around 600-800 LKR) instead of a taxi.
When is the best time to visit Kandy?
January–February sees the driest, clearest weather in Kandy, with daytime highs around 27°C and little rain, plus thin crowds before the main tourist season tails off. March is also good, though showers increase by late month.
Top Attractions 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.