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About this property
Enjoying good location, Royal Bar & Hotel provides charming accommodations in the heart of Kandy. Only 1312 feet from Kandy Museum, it features a beautiful outdoor terrace, elegant rooms and free WiFi access. Housed in a colonial-style building, the hotel is located 984 feet from Sri Dalada Maligawa and 2297 feet from Bogambara Stadium. Bandaranaike International Airport is 52 mi from the hotel. Rooms feature classic Sri Lankan-style décor and hardwood floors. They come with a balcony, mini-bar and air conditioning. They also have a private bathroom with premium toiletries and hot-water showers. Select rooms offer a bathtub. At Royal Bar & Hotel, you can organize a barbecue session or enjoy activities such as cycling and hiking. For guests’ convenience, the hotel also provides airport transfers and shuttle services at an additional cost. A variety of authentic Sri Lankan-style cuisines can be enjoyed at the restaurant. Light snacks and local beer will be served at the bar.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Free parking
- Restaurant
- Room service
- 24-hour front desk
- Air conditioning
- Bar
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Eimear
Singapore“We loved the atmosphere of the hotel; great period decor, an airy courtyard for a cold beer after a hot day of sightseeing, friendly and helpful staff, lovely restaurant terrace for breakfast (which was very generous) and comfortable beds and aircon.” 
Natalia
Japan“Everything was perfect. The hotel has such a rich history; it truly feels like stepping back in time, making you feel like a genuine traveler. Plus, it’s conveniently close to Kandy station. We would definitely stay here again.”- Amanda
United Kingdom“The Royal Bar and Hotel felt like walking into an oasis. Its calm, historic and built around a central courtyard. It was quiet with few bookings and so we appeared to be given a larger room which we were very happy with. As the rooms open onto...” - Rob United Kingdom“This is a special place. So glad they have kept some original style. Many areas to sit and chill, rooms have old school charm.”
- Oleg
United States“- Nice colonial style hotel with good facilities and friendly staff - Ideal location for exploring Kandy and getting in and out by rail” - Kapil United States“Location. Property feel - old colonial style building with modern amenities. Nice restaurant and great service.”
- Jialiang United States“Located at the centre of Kandy, this hotel boasts a British colonial charm with classic furniture and decors. It has a small museum at the second floor too. The breakfast was fabulous, in terms of quality, quantity and service. It's a convenient...”
- Patricia United States“The hotel is not only beautiful, but the staff are the best I've ever encountered at any hotel. We arrived at 6 am hoping that they would store our luggage despite being hours before check in time. They immediately gave us our rooms. The hotel...”
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Taiwan“Great location and unique atmosphere! Hotel is indeed not new but the facilities are well maintained, history & story are also the adding value! Oh and breakfast is really beyond our expectation!”- Morgan United States“Really great hotel and restaurant in an old colonial building in the heart of Kandy. The staff were all friendly and attentive and the room was clean and spacious. Really great breakfast also.”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- Restaurant & Bar
- CuisineBritish • Indian • Italian • Seafood • Thai • Local • Asian • International
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Modern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsHalal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 4 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
