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Queen's Hotel

3.0 star property
A city-center sanctuary where shopping meets relaxation - this urban retreat offers pool time between exploring local attractions and dining adventures

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Queen's Hotel, in the city's heart, offers a peaceful garden and outdoor pool. Enjoy Chinese cuisine at two on-site restaurants and find unique souvenirs at the gift shop. Practical touches like free in-room WiFi, laundry facilities, and luggage storage make exploring hassle-free.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available

Room options

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard King

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • City view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Double Room, City View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

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Family Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Family Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • Lake view
  • 27 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Executive Suite | Living area | TV

Executive Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • Lake view
  • 32 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Junior Double Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • Lake view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Kandy, Queen's Hotel is in the city center. Royal Palace of Kandy and Bahirawakanda Vihara Buddha are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Dhamma Kuta Vipassana Meditation Centre and Nilambe Meditation Centre. Kandyan Art Association & Cultural Centre and New Ranweli Spice Garden are also worth visiting. Visit our Kandy travel guide
Map
D S Senanayake Veediya, Kandy

What's nearby

  • Two reasons to come to Kandy: 1, to walk around this lake, and 2, to visit the temple with the sacred tooth relic
    Kandy Lake
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Sri Dalada Maligawa, also known as Temple of the Buddha Tooth in English, is a UNESCO heritage site, and a popular place to visit for newly weds. It was awfully packed over the full moon weekend (would not recommend visiting during this period)! This pavilion-like structure at the front Paththirippuwa, or Octagon. It is a symbol of identity in Kandyan Architecture. In the olden days, the king would stand there to address his citizens who were gathered in front of him. The golden roof behind stands over the Buddha tooth relic that this temple is famous for. Footwear is not permitted inside, so you should either carry a bag where you can keep your shoes, or leave your shoes out on the grass like everyone else! #srilanka #kandy #wanderlust #explore #adventure #travel #igtravel #instatravel #vacation #travelgram #trip #travelandleisure #asia #throwback #tourist #temple #religion #beautiful #traveltips #nofilter #picoftheday #architecture #buddhist #sridaladamaligawa
    Temple of the Tooth
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kandy Clock Tower
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Udawatta Kele Sanctuary
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Royal Palace of Kandy
    5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Kandy Railway Station
    11 min walk
  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB)
    161 min drive

Restaurants

  • World Of Spice
    4 min walk
  • Balaji Dosai
    1 min walk
  • Hela Bojun Hala
    5 min walk
  • The Empire Café
    1 min walk
  • Department Of Coffee
    3 min walk

About this property

Queen's Hotel

Hotel in the city center
At Queen's Hotel, you can look forward to a terrace, shopping on site, and a garden. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, and Chinese cuisine. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a hair salon and laundry facilities.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool
  • Free valet parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk
  • Barbecue grills, wedding services, and a banquet hall
Room features
All 91 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and bidets
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies, electric kettles, and ceiling fans

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 8 for adults and USD 4 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1841
  • Colonial architecture
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
An early check-in fee will be charged
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 8 for adults and USD 4 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 75 per room (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 75
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 31
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Queen's Hotel Kandy
Queen's Kandy
Queens Hotel Kandy
Queen's Hotel Hotel
Queen's Hotel Kandy
Queen's Hotel Hotel Kandy

Frequently asked questions

Does Queen's Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Queen's Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Valet parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Queen's Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Queen's Hotel?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Queen's Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 75 per room applies.

Where is Queen's Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Kandy, this hotel is steps from Kandy Lake and Kandy City Centre. Natha Devale and Wales Park are also within 5 minutes. Kandy Railway Station is 11 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Queen's Hotel Reviews

7.4

Good

7.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

7.6

Staff & service

6.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 172 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 70 out of 172 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 172 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 172 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 172 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool historical hotel in central location. Recommend the courtyard/ non city view rooms because it is centrally located and the road is busy. We stayed for one night and it was perfect to see what we wanted to see in kandy.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Masud

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They upgraded us to a suite facing the lake, allowed us early checkin. Comfortable, good hotel. Easy acceas ro the temple and Cultural dance center and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

fraser

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Really nice stay at the queens hotel. Great location. Staff amazing. Slightly dated. But that was part of its charm.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Peter Speed

Liked: Cleanliness

Victorian Experience

A truely Victorian experience. The hotel has kept all its original charm while adding modern luxuries where needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were amazing and on hand for everything and anything from reception and security to waiters and chefs. The pool attendant and gardener were also excellent
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful old hotel with great staff! Restaurant provided buffet meals at a reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rathna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They went above and beyond to assist me with all my needs. If you’re traveling in the area, I cannot recommend this hotel enough! The staff is incredibly warm and accommodating, making your stay truly enjoyable. Everything about my experience was exceptional.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You must read-up on what to expect at the queen’s hotel. It may or may not be for you. It feels like stepping back in time. The place is a little shabby in places but if you want to have that feeling of living a bit of history it delivers. It’s an excellent location and the staff are all friendly and helpful. The pool offers a break from the noise of town and just generally- bring your ear plugs! We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Line

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Amazing location

Old historic hotel. Amazing location. Serviceminded staff. Downside; too many big tour groups use this hotel, so not so cosy, when you come as the only ones not part of a large group
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good

Convenient location. Just close to all main attraction and restaurants, such as the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic and Kandy lake. The hotel itself looks elegant and the maintenance is quite good. I especially enjoy the life that you can feel the living history of the hotel. It is also conformable to stay in the room. Good choice or stay here of you visit Kandy.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Anne-Sofie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Charming but in need of renovation

We like the charm of old colonial hotels and would recommend it because of the great location but you should no that a lot of things don't always work. Staff is very friendly and helpful. I saw the one room that has been renovated and it aas very nice with modern bathroom and still the room with colonial style.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

hideyuki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good for business because of WIFI condition. LIght control at the bed side is very convenient
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Lovely historic hotel, yet sadly long overdue for a major renovation. Upgraded to a suite (thank-you), yet broken air conditioner that staff tried to fix with a broomstick/leaking ceilings in various rooms (dangerous on floorboards)/light bulbs broken & not replaced/dangerous electrical PowerPoints/shower mechanism broken & fell Off & hot water tap itself overheats & liable to burn. In a positive, bed & pillows comfortable, pool fantastic & staff very helpful. Particularly the Manager/CEO Mr Kumar.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Kirsi

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great surroundings. Lots of history. Unfriendly staff. The safely box didn't work ( somebody had taken the batteries). Nothing was done although I staff different staff members at least five times.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Keep your sense of humour and you'll get through the half to one hour check in process and you'll start to enjoy this quirky, totally inefficient hotel in the perfect location opposite the Temple of the Tooth. It's unapologetically rundown - but if you love heritage hotels you'll love this place. It has a nice restaurant with really lovely staff. It's the reception staff that desperately need training in how to deal with customers. We had zero explanation of why we were kept waiting for over half an hour. Very poor communication and generally inept. But again, get through the check in process and you'll be in heritage bliss - well, maybe not 'bliss' but you'll probably love the place anyway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Victoria

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a pleasant stay at The Queens Hotel. We received a warm welcome on arrival. The position is perfect for visiting the Temple, overlooking the lake in Kandy but the traffic noise is incredible. Yes you are right in the heart of the city so not unexpected but trying to sleep is not easy. Room was clean and adequate and probably once was quite something but now old fashioned and very basic. There are no frills, no luxury and although our bathroom had a bath it was impossible to use it as took too long to fill it! Buffet breakfast was ok, basic and our least favourite in Sri Lanka - perhaps we have been spoilt everywhere else. In summary one night was enough for us.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Zein

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our stay was wonderful, we were lucky enough to have one of the newly renovated rooms at the hotel. The hotel staff were very polite and accommodating and the hotel is very centrally located - easy walk to the Temple of the Tooth Relic, eateries and shops.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

NIKOLAOS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Great Hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect accommodation in Kandy

The staff is very friendly and professional, upgraded our room and allowed us to check in early. The room is so beautiful and high-end. Location is super convenient, short walk to the tooth temple, at lake with beautiful views, surrounded by shopping stores. There was loudly construction sounds around 2pm, that disturbed the sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

mallory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good property in a very convenient and safe location. Very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sverre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excelent charming old colonial hotel. A bit old, but it makes up for it with tonns of charm, and very friendly and helpfull staff. Would definently recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very central. Very close to main attraction daladaha maligawa.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Historic Hotel in Kandy

If you like historic hotels this is for you. In a perfect location by the lake and opposite the Temple of the Tooth. The interior takes you right back to the 19th Century with its wooden floors and antique bar. The dinning room is old fashioned with a good mix of western and Sri Lankan food. Staff are very helpful and friendly. Everything about this hotel is the opposite of a modern bland corporate hotel. Staying here is an experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

4/10 Poor

Ian

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel is desperately in need of a complete overhaul - my room was riddled with damp and mould with ineffective air conditioning. The staff are lovely and are the hotel's only saving grace.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Alexander

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very tired and run down building and rooms. The bar was ok and the staff were friendly but I wouldn’t recommend staying here to anyone that I liked.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022