Planning your stay
Kandy is about three hours by road from Colombo, or a scenic train ride. The city sits around a lake, and the Temple of the Tooth is busiest at the evening puja. During the Esala Perahera, usually in July or August, rooms book up early. Dress modestly for the Temple of the Tooth, covering shoulders and knees, and leave shoes at the entrance. Evenings in Kandy are cooler than on the coast.
Why stay here
It suits families and travellers who prefer a resort with space and facilities, a short drive from the busy city centre.
Things to do nearby
Visit the Temple of the Tooth, the Royal Palace, Kandy Lake and the Bahirawakanda Buddha, or walk in Udawattakele forest.
For more ideas, see things to do in Kandy, or compare all hotels in Kandy.
- Check-in1400 hrs
- Check-out1200 hrs
Accommodation
There are seven categories: Standard Rooms, Deluxe Rooms, Luxury Rooms, Family Rooms, the Junior Suite, the Luxury Suite and the Mountbatten Suite. Rooms have free Wi-Fi and modern amenities.
Standard Rooms
These rooms range from 33 to 36 sqm, with a king size or twin beds and views of the garden and pool. The bathroom has a bathtub, and there is air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, satellite TV, a minibar and a safe.
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Deluxe Rooms
A 37 sqm room with a king size or twin beds and views of the mountains, the pool and the garden. It has a bathtub, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, satellite TV, a minibar, tea and coffee making facilities and a safe.
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Luxury Room
This 40 sqm room has its own private Jacuzzi and a king size or twin beds. It comes with a minibar, a safe, tea and coffee making facilities and satellite TV, with views of the mountains, garden or pool.
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Family Rooms
A 63 sqm family room with a king size or twin beds and mountain views. The bathroom has a separate shower and bathtub plus a private Jacuzzi. Air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, satellite TV and a minibar are included.
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Luxury Suite
These suites range from 64 to 86 sqm, with a king size bed and views of the Mahaweli river and the mountains. Each has a private Jacuzzi and a sitting and dining area, along with free Wi-Fi, satellite TV and a minibar.
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Junior Suite
A junior suite of 40 to 73 sqm with a king size or twin beds, a private Jacuzzi and views of the mountains, garden and pool. It has air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, satellite TV, a minibar and a safe.
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Mountbatten Suite
The 85 sqm Mountbatten Suite has a king size or twin beds, mountain views and its own private Jacuzzi. It comes with air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, satellite TV, a minibar, tea and coffee facilities and a safe.
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Facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool and kids' pool.
- Tennis court.
- Gym and spa.
- Two bars and a lounge.
- Swimming pool
- City location
- Excursion desk
- Wi-Fi
- Kids playground
- Kids pool
- Spa
- Free parking
- Garden
- Ayurveda spa
- Scenic inland setting
Food and drink
There are two restaurants.
- Main buffet restaurant
- A la carte dining
- Room service, 24 hours
- Sri Lankan
- Asian
- Continental
- Indian cuisine
- Bar
- Tea lounge or cafe
- Banqueting facilities
- Meeting rooms
How to Get There
Earl's Regency is beside the Mahaweli river at Thennekumbura, on the road east of Kandy. From Bandaranaike International Airport it is about 115 km by road, about 3 hours 15 minutes, travelling on the Central Expressway and then the Kandy road through Kegalle.
From central Colombo the journey is about 125 km and takes about 3 and a half hours.
As of October 2026, trains from Colombo run again as far as Peradeniya and Gampola but not into Kandy station itself, so most visitors come by road.
To keep arrival simple, ask us for a private transfer with a chauffeur who meets you outside arrivals. You can keep the car for touring afterwards. Times are approximate and depend on traffic, especially around Colombo.