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Cinnamon Citadel Kandy

4.0 star property
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Poolside views
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Room service
    Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
124, Srimath Kuda Ratwatte Mawatha, Kandy, 20000
  • Bahirawakanda Vihara Buddha
    6 min drive
  • Kandy Clock Tower
    6 min drive
  • Royal Palace of Kandy
    6 min drive
  • Kandy (KDZ-Polgolla Reservoir)
    15 min drive

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room

  • 48 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Garden Terrace | Balcony

Superior Garden Terrace

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Room

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior River View

  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Kandy

Located in Kandy, Cinnamon Citadel Kandy is within a 5-minute drive of Asgiri Maha Viharaya and Commonwealth War Cemetery. .This eco-certified hotel is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Bahirawakanda Vihara Buddha and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Kandy Clock Tower.

What's nearby

  • Bahirawakanda Vihara Buddha - 6 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Kandy Lake - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Royal Palace of Kandy - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Kandy General Hospital - 7 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Temple of the Tooth - 9 min drive - 6.6 km

Getting around

  • Kandy Railway Station - 15 min drive
  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 158 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe 1886 By Salgado Bakers - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Salgado Hotel & Bakery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Kandyan Muslim Hotel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Global Kitchen - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cinnamon Citadel Panorama Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Cinnamon Citadel Kandy

Eco-certified hotel with 2 restaurants and free valet parking
Cinnamon Citadel Kandy offers 119 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to balconies. Cable television is provided. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 119 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities, including an outdoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
Grab a bite at Vel Eliya, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available on request), and free valet parking is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM.
Vel Eliya - This buffet restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Mahaveli Eliya - This fine-dining restaurant overlooks the garden and specializes in local cuisine. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Giri Sikara Lounge - This bar overlooks the pool.
Pool Bar - This bar is located by the pool. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Travelife, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and public transport

  • On-site parking available only on request
  • Free secured self-parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Motorhome/coach/lorry parking (free) on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to midnight
  • Airport shuttle at scheduled times, on request

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee daily 6:30 AM–9:30 AM: USD 15 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • 1 poolside bar and 1 bar
  • Room service available

Restaurants on site

  • Vel Eliya
  • Mahaveli Eliya
  • Giri Sikara Lounge
  • Pool Bar

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Banquet hall
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Business services

  • A meeting room

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool sunloungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have any lifts
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible (may have limits)

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • No plastic water bottles

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV channels
  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters/chargers
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local maps
  • Phone
  • Restaurant dining guide
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

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
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Customers may be requested by the property to provide documentation of recent travel history (such as showing passport immigration stamps) and/or complete a health declaration.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 4 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50.0 per day

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 15 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 85 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 50.0 per day

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
A fee for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 24
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 31
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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

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Cinnamon Citadel Kandy Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 147 out of 299 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 106 out of 299 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 299 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 299 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 299 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Francesca

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hareesha

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We recently stayed at the Kandy Citadel Hotel and had a wonderful experience. The rooms were comfortable, well-maintained, and offered a pleasant stay. I want to give a special mention to Sadun Fernando, one of the servers, who provided exceptional service. His attentiveness and friendly demeanor made our breakfast experience even more enjoyable. Overall, I highly recommend Kandy Citadel Hotel for its excellent hospitality and beautiful setting.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vaseharan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catharine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in scenic location but a bit out of centre. The staff were outstanding and the service faultless.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pathmal, Holmdel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would have liked to see more vegetarian/vegan options on the dinner buffets. Location is about 15min from Kandy downtown -- depending on traffic this could be even longer. However, if you are looking for quite location this is perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Sudhir

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dilip C

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful quiet property with excellent service
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Ravitha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

rajadurai noel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice location Friendly staff, Insipid food
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Amika, brampton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

GOWRI

I was annoyed with my registration status. I opted my reservation with breakfast included, but, hotels.Com made mistake with my reservation and this hotel denied to include complementary breakfast. I was told to pay extra for breakfast, this caused alternative arrangements on myself. My room was next to evening entertainment, music, and till midnight it was very disturbing. Payment expected only in US$, causing extra charges. Hotel location is good, but Hotels.Com mistake with reservation caused disturbance.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

hajer

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Manju

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice hitel
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Mixed bag
Nice hotel with bar facing the pool. Very large room at the far end of the hotel with River view. Bar service was slow and had to go to bar to order drink. Bar was understaffed. Restaurant was badly laid out. Beef on buffet was tough. Large queues at entrance to buffet area. Squashed bug on top of toilet cistern. Overall hotel does not compare favourably with Habanara Cinnamon Lodge and Yala Cinnamon Wild. Staff were polite and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Piyush

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Amazing view of the river behind the hotel. You can enjoy the view of the pool, river and trees while have a drink from the bar. staff was courteous and helpful.

10/10 Excellent

patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful views and gardens, wonderful breakfast in dining room overlooking the views. Excellent location, in the heart of Ella, walking distance to centre and yet feels secluded , quiet and peaceful in hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lise

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super nice and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Kishalaya

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great view of the river and adjoining woods...Very serene
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is great, tranquil beside the river, and close to Kandy. The design is superb with the open air encouraging the breeze. But it is the staff who really make it excellent. It is the second time we have stsyed at the Citadel, and we cannot fault it. If you are visiting Kandy, this is the place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Alasdair

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Raelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel itself is a perfect getaway from the hustle of Kandy! It’s location is a little out of the city, but the trade off is complete tranquility! The staff are so kind and helpful, we really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a quiet hotel on the banks of Sri Lanka's largest river Mahaweli - ideal for leisure travellers but not so conveniently located if you are a business visitor as it is out of Kandy and Peradeniya towns.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020