ancient kingdom of Kandy, Sri Lanka's longest river & the wondrous mountain ranges, stands the palatial Mahaweli Reach Hotel. Mysteriously hidden behind the lush green tropical gardens on the plush banks of the Mahaweli river.
FeesOptional Fees Airport shuttle fee: LKR 15000 per vehicle (one way)Rollaway bed fee: LKR 4500.0 per day The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. PoliciesKnow Before You Go A fee for a mandatory Christmas Day gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 25. A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 31. Children 2 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding. 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. Contactless check-in is available.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 112 guestrooms featuring minibars and LCD televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and toothbrushes and toothpaste.
Deluxe Room
Experience luxury living, in the bright and spacious rooms with twin beds and private balconies, as you enjoy a magnificent view of the Pool, Garden or Mahaweli River. Additional amenities include high speed internet access, air conditioning and room safes along with, LCD screen television and IDD telephone facilities. Complete with a spacious bathtub the Deluxe Room offers you the ultimate sensuous escape.
Executive Room
The Executive Suite offers you a breathtaking view of the mountainous region adorned with the glistening Mahaweli River. Featuring a living area for working or relaxing, equipped with LCD screen television & DVD player, high speed internet access, air conditioning and includes in room safes. This amazing room includes a King size bed to unwind in at the end of a busy day. The spacious bathroom includes a double vanity, illuminated makeup/shaving mirror, Jacuzzi and a luxurious tub to tantalize your senses.
Presidential Room
A grand setting gracious occasions, offering you a panoramic view. The living area entertains up to 20 people while the dining area seats 6-8 and includes a fully equipped pantry. Each of the two bedrooms feature an LCD screen television and DVD players, high speed internet access, air conditioning and a built in room safe. These exquisite rooms have spacious attached bathrooms. The master bedroom comes equipped with a double vanity and Jacuzzi.
Deluxe Room River View
1 King Bed388-sq-foot room, balcony with river views Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channelsFood & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), 24-hour room service, and free bottled waterSleep - A pillow menu and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, bathrobes, and free toiletriesPractical - Safe, iron/ironing board, and desk; rollaway/extra beds available on requestComfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeepingAccessibility - Hardwood flooring in roomNon-SmokingConnecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
1 King Bed388-sq-foot room, balcony with river views Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channelsFood & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), 24-hour room service, and free bottled waterSleep - A pillow menu and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, bathrobes, and free toiletriesPractical - Safe, iron/ironing board, and desk; rollaway/extra beds available on requestComfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeepingAccessibility - Hardwood flooring in roomNon-SmokingConnecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Deluxe Room
1 Double Bed391.4-sq-foot room, balcony with garden views Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channelsFood & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), 24-hour room service, and free bottled waterSleep - A pillow menu, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, bathrobes, and slippersPractical - Washer/dryer, phone, and safeComfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeepingAccessibility - Hardwood flooring in roomNeed to Know - No rollaway/extra beds availableSmoking And Non-SmokingRoom is accessed via exterior corridors Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
1 Double Bed391.4-sq-foot room, balcony with garden views Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channelsFood & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), 24-hour room service, and free bottled waterSleep - A pillow menu, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, bathrobes, and slippersPractical - Washer/dryer, phone, and safeComfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeepingAccessibility - Hardwood flooring in roomNeed to Know - No rollaway/extra beds availableSmoking And Non-SmokingRoom is accessed via exterior corridors Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Two Bedroom Mahaweli Suite
2 King Beds1950-sq-foot room, located on the top floor, balcony with garden viewsLayout - Dining area and sitting areaInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channelsFood & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), 24-hour room service, and free bottled waterSleep - A pillow menu and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, bathrobes, and free toiletriesPractical - Laptop workspace, safe, and iron/ironing board; rollaway/extra beds available on requestComfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeepingAccessibility - Hardwood flooring in roomNon-SmokingConnecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
2 King Beds1950-sq-foot room, located on the top floor, balcony with garden viewsLayout - Dining area and sitting areaInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channelsFood & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), 24-hour room service, and free bottled waterSleep - A pillow menu and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, bathrobes, and free toiletriesPractical - Laptop workspace, safe, and iron/ironing board; rollaway/extra beds available on requestComfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeepingAccessibility - Hardwood flooring in roomNon-SmokingConnecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Deluxe Premium Room River View
1 King Bed388-sq-foot room, balcony with river views Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channelsFood & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), 24-hour room service, and free bottled waterSleep - A pillow menu and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, bathrobes, and free toiletriesPractical - Safe, iron/ironing board, and desk; rollaway/extra beds available on requestComfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeepingAccessibility - Hardwood flooring in roomNon-SmokingConnecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
1 King Bed388-sq-foot room, balcony with river views Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channelsFood & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), 24-hour room service, and free bottled waterSleep - A pillow menu and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, bathrobes, and free toiletriesPractical - Safe, iron/ironing board, and desk; rollaway/extra beds available on requestComfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeepingAccessibility - Hardwood flooring in roomNon-SmokingConnecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
One-Bedroom River Suite
1 Double Bed880-sq-foot room, balcony with river views Layout - Separate sitting areaInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channelsFood & Drink - Mini-fridge, minibar (fees may apply), coffee/tea maker, and 24-hour room serviceSleep - A pillow menu, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, bathrobes, and free toiletriesPractical - Washer/dryer, phone, and safe; rollaway/extra beds available on requestComfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeepingAccessibility - Hardwood flooring in roomNon-SmokingRoom is accessed via exterior corridors Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
1 Double Bed880-sq-foot room, balcony with river views Layout - Separate sitting areaInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channelsFood & Drink - Mini-fridge, minibar (fees may apply), coffee/tea maker, and 24-hour room serviceSleep - A pillow menu, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, bathrobes, and free toiletriesPractical - Washer/dryer, phone, and safe; rollaway/extra beds available on requestComfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeepingAccessibility - Hardwood flooring in roomNon-SmokingRoom is accessed via exterior corridors Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Dining
restaurant, features international specialties such as Indian, Thai, Arabic, Mongolian, European, Chinese and of course authentic Sri Lankan cuisine. We offer a sumptuous dessert buffet including Sri Lankan varieties, a special children’s menu and also an a la carte menu. Our desserts are a must try. The casual yet lively ambience at the pool side is a perfect place to dine.
Bar lounge
Enjoy the cool evening breeze by the pool side as you treat yourself to a wide variety of whiskeys, liqueurs, aperitifs, beer, cocktails, mocktails &a…
Special theme nights
Like it to be different? Traditional or colorful , we will stretch our efforts to cater your requests. Our Special theme nights range from BBQ nights,…
Champagne breakfast
Relish our acclaimed breakfast for two , at your bed , on the pier or at the terrace. Request rose petals to decorate the spreads. Indulge in our stra…
Restaurant
Bar lounge
Enjoy the cool evening breeze by the pool side as you treat yourself to a wide variety of whiskeys, liqueurs, aperitifs, beer, cocktails, mocktails & juices at our Bar lounge, making it the perfect setting with a warm and inviting ambience. The ideal meeting place to catch up with friends or make new ones.
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Like it to be different? Traditional or colorful , we will stretch our efforts to cater your requests. Our Special theme nights range from BBQ nights, Sri Lankan Nights & Kandyan theme nights.
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Relish our acclaimed breakfast for two , at your bed , on the pier or at the terrace. Request rose petals to decorate the spreads. Indulge in our strawberry and chocolate platter to make your visit enticing.
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Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Udawatta Kele Sanctuary - 2.8 km / 1.7 mi Kanday Monasteries - 3.8 km / 2.4 mi Devales - 3.8 km / 2.4 mi Commonwealth War Cemetery - 3.9 km / 2.4 mi Asgiri Maha Viharaya - 4.1 km / 2.6 mi Natha Devale - 4.2 km / 2.6 mi Maha Vishnu Devalaya - 4.3 km / 2.7 mi Kandy Clock Tower - 4.4 km / 2.7 mi International Buddhist Museum - 4.5 km / 2.8 mi Bahirawakanda Vihara Buddha - 4.7 km / 2.9 mi Asgiriya Stadium - 4.8 km / 3 mi Kandy Lake - 5 km / 3.1 mi Royal Palace of Kandy - 4.3 km / 2.7 mi Wales Park - 4.6 km / 2.9 mi Kandy Viewpoint - 5.3 km / 3.3 mi The preferred airport for Mahaweli Reach Hotel is Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 110.6 km / 68.7 mi
Excursions
Explore the sheer beauty of this historic city and the cultural value it bares within its city limits. This tour package will allow you to experience…
Golf
Apart from the year round Golf in pleasant sunny conditions, Victoria offers you and your family plenty of exciting activities like horse riding, bird…
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Excursions
Explore the sheer beauty of this historic city and the cultural value it bares within its city limits. This tour package will allow you to experience the most the city has to offer in a mere 4-5 hour time frame.
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Apart from the year round Golf in pleasant sunny conditions, Victoria offers you and your family plenty of exciting activities like horse riding, bird watching, hiking, croquet and boules games and many others... Victoria has a charming clubhouse enjoying majestic views and offering full changing and catering facilities. A new Golf Shop caters for all golfers' needs, including hire of golf clubs if required. Practice facilities include a spectacular 300yard driving range and a large putting green.
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established itself as one of Sri Lanka's premier wedding planners for your special day. Having expertly managed many weddings of distinction, what sets our team apart is their boutique service, which ensures every wedding is unique. This personalized planning is delivered with warmth, practicality and imagination. Our events team consists of 5 star accredited service staff to support both local & foreign weddings. Weddings can be a stressful affair but we ensure that organizing your special day is nothing short of bliss, giving our wealth of knowledge & experience we will guide you from venue decoration, to dancers, dry cleaning, catering, cake, entertainment, flower arrangements, videographer/photographer and of course your glamorous entry & departure
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Location
A stay at Mahaweli Reach Hotel places you in the heart of Kandy, within a 5-minute drive of Udawatta Kele Sanctuary and Commonwealth War Cemetery. This family-friendly hotel is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Kanday Monasteries and 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Devales.
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Olivia G
Honeymoon
Our stay has been fabulous, our waitress Nadeesha has been super helpful and attentive. The hotel is grand and lovely. We would definitely recommend other couples come stay at this serene and...
WEI B
exellent
Nadeesha friendly service and beautiful appearance. The food in the restaurant is delicious. Dining next to the swimming pool makes you feel comfortable and relaxed. It is a very suitable hotel for...
Rob B
Highly recommend.
The hotel visually was spectacular with the pool the jewel in the crown. All the staff have been so attentive and always smiling. When we requested a special table near the pool for dinner the staff...