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A person relaxing by a pool with a drink, overlooking a scenic landscape.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a TV, and a city view.

An outdoor dining area with wicker chairs and tables, a bar with stools, and a view of a forested hillside.

A balcony with a tiered dessert stand, plates of food, and a cup on a table with a view of a mountainous landscape.

1. Grand Serendib Hotel

1.1 km from Royal Palace of Kandy

Sabrina

AU$106

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a red roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a lake in the background.

An outdoor dining area with a view of a cityscape at dusk.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a desk with a mirror, and a television.

2. Cassendra Kandy

0.7 km from Royal Palace of Kandy

Warren

AU$78

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a colorful mural and greenery.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a rooftop terrace, and a sign indicating it is a Radisson hotel.

A dining area with tables set for two, featuring wicker chairs and glass tops.

A modern reception area with a central desk, large windows, and decorative ceiling lights.

3. Radisson Hotel Kandy

0.7 km from Royal Palace of Kandy

LARRY MARK

AU$96

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A pool area with lounge chairs and a view of a river and mountains.

A modern dining area with a large table, chairs, and a view of the sky.

A bedroom with a large bed, a view of the mountains, and a balcony with wicker chairs.

A modern hotel room with a sofa set, a wooden coffee table, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

4. Mount Blue Kandy

1.1 km from Royal Palace of Kandy

MORTEN

AU$113

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A view from a balcony with a potted plant and a blue structure in the background.

A group of people dining at a table with various dishes and drinks.

A garden with various potted plants and a decorative black metal gate.

A person standing in a modern interior with a staircase, a bookshelf, and a large framed picture on the wall.

5. Blue Pillars

1.2 km from Royal Palace of Kandy

Stephen

AU$47

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by glass railings, offering a view of a mountainous landscape with buildings in the distance.

A modern interior with a glass ceiling, a staircase, and a view of the city.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, large windows offering a view of the city.

The exterior of Sevana City Hotel with a prominent sign and a pharmacy sign in the background.

6. Sevana City Hotel Kandy

1.1 km from Royal Palace of Kandy

Ketheeskumar

AU$48

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A spacious atrium with high ceilings, a central staircase, and multiple balconies with potted plants.

A lobby with a patterned ceiling, a reception desk, and seating area.

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, arched windows, and a central bar area.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a wicker chair, and a green plant wall.

7. The Radh Hotel

0.3 km from Royal Palace of Kandy

"We are a family of 6 stayed in 2 rooms in The Radh Hotel in Kandy in July 2026. This is an immaculate property, close to most important attractions of Kandy, Sri Lanka. Our stay was absolutely fabulous. The place is safe. Staffs are extremely courteous, professional, attentive and helpful. Every aspect of our stay including checking in, hotel lobby, breakfast buffet and room size and amenities are absolutely wonderful. We will definitely stay here in our next visit to Kandy."

Nagalingam

AU$202

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A boutique hotel entrance with a wooden sign, outdoor seating, and potted plants.

A modern dining area with leather chairs, a round table, and a bar counter.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a wooden wardrobe, and a balcony with wicker furniture.

A bathroom with a wooden floor, a bathtub, and large windows offering a view of greenery and hills.

8. Viyana Boutique Hotel

0.6 km from Royal Palace of Kandy

Bradley

AU$101

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A rooftop infinity pool with a view of a lake and surrounding buildings.

A spacious lobby with a pool, comfortable seating, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

A modern living room with a large TV, a sofa, and a dining area with a view of the outdoors.

A balcony with wicker chairs and a glass table overlooking a lake and surrounding greenery.

9. The Trees Kandy

0.7 km from Royal Palace of Kandy

Robert

AU$228

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A hotel room with a wooden floor, two beds with elephant-themed pillows, a desk with a chair, a window with curtains, and a ceiling fan.

A hotel reception area with a framed poster of a scenic landscape, a wall-mounted light, and a counter with a water dispenser and coffee machine.

A restaurant with round tables and wooden chairs, ceiling fans, and wall-mounted posters.

A balcony with two chairs and a table, overlooking a cityscape with buildings and trees.

10. Hotel Casamara

0.5 km from Royal Palace of Kandy

Benjamin

AU$74

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, and a wardrobe.

A balcony with a black railing, a wicker chair, and a view of a building and trees in the background.

A breakfast table with plates of fruit, a jug of juice, and various breakfast items.

A compact room with a wooden cabinet, a small TV, and a dining table with chairs.

11. Easy Stay

0.8 km from Royal Palace of Kandy

Patrick

AU$54

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by potted plants.

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a counter with a display case, and a kitchen area visible through a glass partition.

A multi-story building with a ground-floor restaurant and upper-floor balconies.

A hallway with a wooden door labeled 202, a potted plant, and a light fixture on the ceiling.

12. Cafe Aroma Inn

0.4 km from Royal Palace of Kandy

Grisel

AU$36

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A spacious lobby with a central decorative fountain, multiple seating areas, and a high ceiling with ornate railings.

A spacious lobby with a grand chandelier, ornate railings, and a reception desk.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a balcony with wicker chairs.

A swimming pool with a view of mountains in the background.

13. The Grand Kandyan

1 km from Royal Palace of Kandy

John

AU$128

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

14. Ceyloni City Hotel

0.5 km from Royal Palace of Kandy

Matthew

AU$92

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A building with a green awning, a sign reading "Villa 92", and a glass door entrance.

A dining table with plates, cups, and a pitcher, set outdoors with a view of a street and a building in the background.

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a clock, and a menu board.

A living room with a TV, sofa, coffee table, and dining area.

15. VILLA 92 - City Hotel - Hostel

1.1 km from Royal Palace of Kandy

Anonymous traveller

AU$37

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

A wooden deck with lounge chairs and a swimming pool overlooking a lush green landscape and a cityscape in the distance.

A covered outdoor area with a bench, columns, and hanging lanterns.

A four-poster bed with a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through a window with curtains.

A dining area with a table set for a meal, chairs, a chandelier, and a view into a room with a stone fireplace.

16. Coffee Bungalow Kandy

0.6 km from Royal Palace of Kandy

ADele

AU$417

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A restaurant with multiple dining tables set for guests, a kitchen area with a chef, and large windows offering a view of the cityscape.

A balcony with a view of a mountainous landscape during sunset.

An outdoor area with a brick floor, potted plants, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A balcony with a view of a mountainous landscape, a building with a red roof, and a tree with green leaves.

17. Lake Avenue

0.6 km from Royal Palace of Kandy

michelle

AU$113

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A modern hotel with a rooftop infinity pool, lounge chairs, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

A buffet with various desserts and beverages.

A spacious lobby with patterned flooring, wooden doors, and a seating area with cushions.

A couple sitting on wicker chairs on a balcony with a glass door, overlooking a scenic view of a lake and mountains.

18. Thilanka Hotel

0.7 km from Royal Palace of Kandy

Wendy

AU$149

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A historic building with a central dome, multiple balconies, and arched windows.

A large dining hall with multiple tables set for service, ceiling fans, and chandeliers.

A grand lobby with a marble floor, a central floral arrangement, a reception desk, and a staircase with a wooden railing.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a small table, surrounded by greenery and buildings.

19. Queen's Hotel

0.3 km from Royal Palace of Kandy

Renee

AU$128

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A wooden table with intricate carvings and a bowl on top, placed in a room with patterned carpet and curtains.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, two chairs, a small table, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A bed with two purple pillows and a red and orange striped blanket.

A hotel room with a large window, a bed with white and orange bedding, and a wooden chair.

20. Dumbara Peak Residence

0.6 km from Royal Palace of Kandy

Ainul

AU$41

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Royal Palace of Kandy

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Grand Serendib Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 160 reviews	View
Cassendra Kandy	9.2 Wonderful 90 reviews	View
Radisson Hotel Kandy	8.8 Excellent 561 reviews	View
Mount Blue Kandy	9.0 Wonderful 45 reviews	View
Blue Pillars	10.0 Exceptional 5 reviews	View

Top Royal Palace of Kandy Hotel Reviews

Cassendra Kandy

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent hotel. Staff welcomed me at the car with an umbrella as it was raining, got a cup of coffee while waiting as I arrived slightly early. Very spacious, clean room with beautiful view over the town. Very reasonably priced."

Grand Serendib Hotel

8/10 Good

"It was a decent city hotel, it didn’t feel 5* at international standards but it was a good for one night and close to all the city activities."

Viyana Boutique Hotel

8/10 Good

"The place was clean, staff were very helpful, great location"

Queens Hotel Kandy - 160 Years of Heritage

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay at historic hotel. Staff were very attentive. Pool was great, along withe buffet breakfast."

Hotel Casamara

8/10 Good

"Common parts well maintained although r"

Sevana City Hotel Kandy

10/10 Excellent

"Good staff and clean room"

The Trees Kandy

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful hotel and room very nicely appointed. Rooftop pool was fabulous. Great outlook and easily enjoyed cocktails from that viewpoint! Very friendly staff. Great location above the lake and looks across to Temple of the relic of the tooth. Easy walk down town."

Cafe Aroma Inn

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel was absolutely fantastic. Great Staff soooo suportive they helped me carrying all my stuff. Great Breakfast (omelettes with fresh and delicious fruit, milk tea, and water), great room big, cool enough, great bathroom, and the best of all is pretty close to tooth temple and the big budha. This place is a MUST."

Other attractions near Royal Palace of Kandy

A large statue with a red robe, set against a richly decorated ceiling with intricate patterns.

International Buddhist Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at International Buddhist Museum in Kandy. Wander the lakeside in this culturally rich area.

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A traditional water village with buildings along the riverbank, surrounded by lush greenery.

Temple of the Tooth

9.0/10 (203 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Kandy when you stop by Temple of the Tooth. Wander the lakeside in this culturally rich area.

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A white colonial-style building with a red roof on a lake, surrounded by lush greenery and small floating gardens.

Kandy Lake

8.6/10 (228 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Kandy Lake during your travels in Kandy. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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Maha Vishnu Devalaya

After visiting Maha Vishnu Devalaya, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kandy. Wander the lakeside in this culturally rich area.

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Natha Devale

Learn about the local history of Kandy when you take a trip to Natha Devale. Wander the lakeside in this culturally rich area.

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National Museum

9.0/10 (7 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in National Museum during your travels in Kandy. Wander the lakeside in this culturally rich area.

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Kandyan Art Association & Cultural Centre

8.6/10 (4 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Kandyan Art Association & Cultural Centre during your stay in Kandy. Wander the lakeside in this culturally rich area.

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Udawatta Kele Sanctuary

8.6/10 (25 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Udawatta Kele Sanctuary, a lovely green space in Kandy. Stroll along the area's lakeside or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Royal Palace of Kandy?

Royal Palace of Kandy is located in a culturally rich area of Kandy known for its beautiful lakeside setting. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 287 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Royal Palace of Kandy?

Adjacent to Royal Palace of Kandy, Hotel Casamara is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good choices close by include Radisson Hotel Kandy and Grand Serendib Hotel.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Royal Palace of Kandy?

Expedia has 287 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Royal Palace of Kandy.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Royal Palace of Kandy, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near Royal Palace of Kandy.

What can I see and do near Royal Palace of Kandy?

Ceylon Tea Museum, National Museum and International Buddhist Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Sights like Temple of the Tooth and Kandy War Cemetery highlight some of the local culture. You can wander around Udawatta Kele Sanctuary, Wales Park or Royal Botanical Garden if you want a dose of fresh air.

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Top Hotels Near Royal Palace of Kandy in Kandy from AU$36

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Our top choices for Royal Palace of Kandy hotels

1. Grand Serendib Hotel

2. Cassendra Kandy

3. Radisson Hotel Kandy

4. Mount Blue Kandy

5. Blue Pillars

6. Sevana City Hotel Kandy

7. The Radh Hotel

8. Viyana Boutique Hotel

9. The Trees Kandy

10. Hotel Casamara

11. Easy Stay

12. Cafe Aroma Inn

13. The Grand Kandyan

14. Ceyloni City Hotel

15. VILLA 92 - City Hotel - Hostel

16. Coffee Bungalow Kandy

17. Lake Avenue

18. Thilanka Hotel

19. Queen's Hotel

20. Dumbara Peak Residence

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Top Royal Palace of Kandy Hotel Reviews

Cassendra Kandy

Grand Serendib Hotel

Viyana Boutique Hotel

Queens Hotel Kandy - 160 Years of Heritage

Hotel Casamara

Sevana City Hotel Kandy

The Trees Kandy

Cafe Aroma Inn

Other attractions near Royal Palace of Kandy

International Buddhist Museum

Temple of the Tooth

Kandy Lake

Maha Vishnu Devalaya

Natha Devale

National Museum

Kandyan Art Association & Cultural Centre

Udawatta Kele Sanctuary

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