A sua permanência — Days Inn-Kandy
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A propriedade — Days Inn-Kandy
Days Inn-Kandy sits on a hillside just south of the lake, offering solid three-star comfort with a functional lobby that smells of tea and polished wood. The vibe is practical rather than plush — think clean tiled floors, a courteous front desk and a small open-air restaurant overlooking the garden. It suits budget-conscious travellers, tour groups and solo visitors who need a reliable base near the city centre without paying heritage hotel prices.
Crónicas de Kandy
Kandy grew around a royal palace complex after the Sinhalese kingdom moved inland in the 14th century, escaping coastal invasions. The Temple of the Tooth became the city’s spiritual heart from the 16th century, drawing pilgrims and shaping its tight, lake-hugging layout. British colonial rule after 1815 added administrative buildings, a botanical garden and a grid of streets that mix Portuguese, Dutch and Victorian influences. Today, Kandy balances a fiercely guarded Buddhist identity with the chaos of a fast-growing market town, where sarong-clad monks walk past tuk-tuk junctions and mobile-phone shops.
Melhor época para visitar
Guia completo de Kandy →Melhores meses
January to March — driest stretch with blue skies and manageable crowds, ideal for visiting the Temple of the Tooth and the hill-country tea estates without daily downpours.
Peak / Festival Surge
July to August — the Esala Perahera festival (usually late July/early August) fills the city with processions, dancers and elephants, pushing hotel occupancy to near 100% and prices up 50-70%. Book six months ahead or expect to pay premium rates.
Orçamento da temporada
April and September — post-Esala lull or pre-monsoon quiet period; still warm, some rain but rooms often 20-30% cheaper than peak, with shorter queues at major sights.
Tempo e embalagem
Kandy’s wet season runs May to July and October to November, so brief afternoon tropical downpours are near-daily even in July. Pack a lightweight waterproof jacket and quick-dry walking shoes; leave formal wear at home — humid evenings call for breathable cottons.
Livro City Briefing — Kandy
- New railway electric-service trials to Colombo Fort commenced in early 2026 — trains now run every 30 minutes from Kandy station during peak hours, improving commute options for visitors.
- The Kandy Municipal Council completed a road-widening project along Kotugodella Veediya in March 2026, easing the bottleneck near the Temple of the Tooth entrance.
- Several guesthouses on Anniewatte Road closed for monsoon-season renovations in June 2026, so budget accommodation availability may tighten until September.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Days Inn-Kandy, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Upper floors (3rd floor and above) facing the garden or hillside, away from Wakara Watta Rd. Request a room at the back of the building for quieter sleep.
Rooms to avoid
Ground-floor rooms near the entrance or reception area — they catch foot traffic and street noise from Wakara Watta Rd. Also avoid rooms directly above the front desk or dining area.
Best views
Rooms on the hillside side (rear of property) offer greenery or mountain glimpses. Front-facing rooms look onto Wakara Watta Rd — a minor road but still with vehicle noise.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 — higher up, less street-level noise, and further from the lobby bustle.
🔊 Noise notes
Wakara Watta Rd is a narrow residential lane, but tuk-tuks and motorbikes still pass, especially early morning. The hotel's own generator or water pump may hum on lower floors. Lift noise is noticeable on floors 1 and 2 if the lift shaft is not insulated.
Insider tips
1. Parking is tight — arrive early to snag a spot; otherwise, you'll park on the lane. 2. The buffet breakfast starts at 7am; if you need an earlier departure, ask the night before for a takeaway box.
- 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
Instalações do hotel — Days Inn-Kandy
Free Wi-Fi in all rooms and public areas; typical download speed 5-10 Mbps (sufficient for messaging, light browsing; streaming may buffer). Requires room number and surname as login.
Single lift serves all three floors (guest rooms and reception). No stairs-only sections.
Complimentary digital newsstand via PressReader accessible on lobby tablet; no physical newspapers delivered daily.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop allowed from 11:00. Late check-out until 12:00 (free), after 12:00 charged LKR 2,500, subject to availability.
Free of charge for same-day arrivals/departures; overnight storage LKR 500 per bag.
No step-free main entrance (one step at front door, about 15cm); wheelchair users may need assistance. Guest rooms on ground floor accessible via lift. No accessible bathroom fittings.
Free on-site parking for 8 cars (first-come, first-served). Nearest public car park: Kandy Lake Roundabout Parking, LKR 150 per hour. No EV charging.
Taxas, Taxas e Depósitos
City / tourist tax: LKR 200 per person per night (Sri Lankan Tourism Development Authority levy)
Deposit & card hold: Full advance payment if booking non-refundable; otherwise a LKR 5,000 incidental hold upon check-in (credit/debit card)
Faith & Dietary nas proximidades
- Buddhist temple: Nagawimanakanda Temple (804 m · ~10 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: Malwathu Maha Viharaya (847 m · ~11 min walk)
- Place of worship: Sirimalwatta Temple (856 m · ~11 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: Thibbatuwawa Temple (911 m · ~11 min walk)
Estilo de vida e recreação local
Mall — 2.5 km · ~32 min walk
Royal Palace Park — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
National Museum of Kandy — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Kandyan Art Association — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
Mahamaya College Ground — 564 m · ~7 min walk
5 minutos de rádio essencial
Nearest — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
Lanka — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
Central Bus Station — 1.6 km · ~21 min walk
Dinheiro e moeda
Get a travel card →Sri Lankan Rupee, LKR
Use ATMs for best rates; avoid airport exchange bureaus and tourist-area moneychangers that offer poor rates.
Cards accepted in upscale hotels and supermarkets; cash essential at local shops, eateries, and for tuk-tuks.
Not expected but appreciated: round up taxi fare, leave 10% at nicer restaurants, and tip hotel staff small notes for service.
Comer, Comprar e Viajar em um Orçamento
Cheap car hire →Local tea or Nescafe at a roadside tea kade for 50-100 LKR.
Rice and curry from a small local eatery (ambul thiyal or dhal) for 300-500 LKR.
Kottu roti or fried rice at a modest restaurant for 400-600 LKR.
Street stalls near the Kandy Clock Tower or along Peradeniya Road sell samosas, vadai, and short eats cheap.
Keells Super and Cargills Food City are common budget supermarket chains in Kandy.
Market stalls along Colombo Street or Kandy City Centre mall for cheap casual wear.
Local bus (any route) within Kandy for 15-30 LKR; from Colombo airport take the CTB bus to Kandy (approx 200 LKR) or shared van.
Eat at local rice-and-curry places not tourist cafes; buy bottled water from supermarkets not hotels; haggle for tuk-tuks or use metered ones.
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 Days Inn-Kandy
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk — pharmacy · Lanka — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Vindo ao redor
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.
Sobre 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...
Perguntas frequentes
What are the best rooms at Days Inn-Kandy?
Upper floors (3rd floor and above) facing the garden or hillside, away from Wakara Watta Rd. Request a room at the back of the building for quieter sleep.
Which rooms should I avoid at Days Inn-Kandy?
Ground-floor rooms near the entrance or reception area — they catch foot traffic and street noise from Wakara Watta Rd. Also avoid rooms directly above the front desk or dining area.
Is Days Inn-Kandy noisy?
Wakara Watta Rd is a narrow residential lane, but tuk-tuks and motorbikes still pass, especially early morning. The hotel's own generator or water pump may hum on lower floors. Lift noise is noticeable on floors 1 and 2 if the lift shaft is not insulated.
Which rooms have the best views at Days Inn-Kandy?
Rooms on the hillside side (rear of property) offer greenery or mountain glimpses. Front-facing rooms look onto Wakara Watta Rd — a minor road but still with vehicle noise.
What are insider tips for staying at Days Inn-Kandy?
1. Parking is tight — arrive early to snag a spot; otherwise, you'll park on the lane. 2. The buffet breakfast starts at 7am; if you need an earlier departure, ask the night before for a takeaway box.
What time is check-in at Days Inn-Kandy?
Check-in at Days Inn-Kandy is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Days Inn-Kandy have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi in all rooms and public areas; typical download speed 5-10 Mbps (sufficient for messaging, light browsing; streaming may buffer). Requires room number and surname as login.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Days Inn-Kandy?
LKR 200 per person per night (Sri Lankan Tourism Development Authority levy)
Where can I eat cheaply near Days Inn-Kandy?
Rice and curry from a small local eatery (ambul thiyal or dhal) for 300-500 LKR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Days Inn-Kandy?
Local bus (any route) within Kandy for 15-30 LKR; from Colombo airport take the CTB bus to Kandy (approx 200 LKR) or shared van.
When is the best time to visit Kandy?
January to March — driest stretch with blue skies and manageable crowds, ideal for visiting the Temple of the Tooth and the hill-country tea estates without daily downpours.
Principais atrações em 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.