The Elephant Stables
1 night
Rooms and Guests
1 room, 2 adults, 0 children
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The Elephant Stables
Homestay
46, Nittawela Road, Kandy, Central Province, 20000, Sri Lanka
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Highlights
Delicious breakfast
Excellent service
Free parking
Ideal location
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Amenities
Outdoor swimming pool
Private parkingFree
Airport shuttle pick-up
Car rentals
Bar
Restaurant
Taxi booking service
Airport shuttle drop-off
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Property Description
When you stay at The Elephant Stables in Kandy, you'll be in the historical district, within a 5-minute drive of Udawatta Kele Sanctuary and Commonwealth War Cemetery. This hotel is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Kanday Monasteries and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Devales.
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9.3/10
GreatCleanliness9.3
Amenities9.3
Location9.3
Service9.3
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Surroundings
Airport: Katugastota Airport
(2.6 km)
Train: Kandy railway station
(4.3 km)
Train: Peradeniya Railway Station
(10.2 km)
Landmarks: Nittawela Rugby Stadium (Kandy Sports Club Stadium)
(150m)
Landmarks: Kandy Sports Club Rugby Academy
(170m)
Landmarks: Kandy Sports Club
(220m)
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Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies
5
The Citronella Suite
1 single bed and 1 king bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Minibar
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7
Riverdale Bungalow, Private Pool, Garden View
2 bedrooms: 3 single beds and 1 king bed | 1 living room
May not have a window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Minibar
TV
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6
The Vanilla Colonial Suite
2 bedrooms: 2 single beds and 1 king bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Minibar
TV
Check Availability
8
Lemongrass Deluxe
1 double bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Minibar
TV
Check Availability
The Cottage Suite
2 single beds and 1 king bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Minibar
TV
Check Availability
7
The Royal Luxury Tent Suite
1 bedroom: 3 single beds and 1 king bed | 1 living room
No window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Bathtub
Minibar
Check Availability
Saffron Deluxe
1 single bed and 1 double bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Minibar
TV
Check Availability
3
Pepper Deluxe
1 single bed and 1 king bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Minibar
TV
Check Availability
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Guest Reviews
9.3/10
Great
48 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness9.3
- Amenities9.3
- Location9.3
- Service9.3
Average for similar properties in Kandy
Xiangjieleizhou
October 13, 2024
Small hotel with nice environment and good service attitude. Breakfast can also be ordered according to the menu, and the portions are large enough. The only drawback is that the bath water is too small.
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Dangdixiangdaosililankadashu
October 31, 2023
The guests were not used to the tent room, but fortunately they were given a new room the next day. Thank you so much!
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Guest User
May 18, 2025
We absolutely adored our couple of days at this hotel as part of our honeymoon. It’s a stunning location, with infinity pool, beautiful outdoor dining, comfortable/luxurious accommodation and friendly, helpful staff. We found a bottle of wine in our room to congratulate us on our honeymoon, which was lovely. We were asked to select our meal choices so that fresh ingredients could be sourced that day for our meals. Nothing was too much trouble for the team here, and we definitely want to go back!
Guest User
May 9, 2025
Our immediate impression was one of surprise & delight. The property was exactly as we imagined. The location was perfect. The staff greeted us with genuine warmth. Nothing we asked for seemed too much trouble. We selected a meal from the set menu. It was the best meal from a set menu that we have experienced. The room is well appointed and very spacious.
Guest User
May 9, 2025
Firstly I must commend the chef Tyronne who created the most delicious dinner we have had so far in Sri Lanka. The beetroot and apple warm soup was a wonderful start to the 3 course set menu. Our room is exquisite with a balcony overlooking the pool with the valley below. The original home has been gloriously restored and the extension thoughtfully designed to complement the existing residence. If boutique is what you desire, then The Elephant Stables will be just perfect and an experience you will treasure.
SimonB6399
April 27, 2025
The location looking down on Kandy is one thing, but the service we received was another. We were so grateful to the staff for organising us a tuk-tuk ride into town and for Indika for coming into town during the New Year celebrations to bring us back - and, the next day, showing me how to make egg hoppers. It's the personal touch that made Elephants Stables so memorable, while the place itself had so much history and character, which they'd kept hold of. My abiding memory is of lying in the pool looking out across the hills - this was a brilliant place to stay and hugely memorable.
JaitP
April 21, 2025
Such a great hotel with a great pool and views which overlook Kandy. The staff were so friendly and helpful. The breakfast was amazing as we had it outside overlooking the city. The rooms are a good size and the balcony gave it an extra touch. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Janet L
April 2, 2025
This unique hotel is set in the hills above Kandy so you do need to have your own transport or to take taxis or tuk tuks. We much appreciated the colonial-style decor and also enjoyed the swimming pool with its views over the city. The staff were very helpful and the meals good although expensive. Prices were in dollars which surprised us.
Katherine M
March 25, 2025
We stayed for 3 nights at the Elephant Stables and it was wonderful, a great location overlooking Kandy & the mountains. Front of house Nihal was kind, funny and very welcoming. Our room was spacious and comfortable with lovely views. We had dinner at the hotel every night as we liked the food created by Tyronne so very much. Our last evening we had the Sri Lankan curry that was a more like a banquet. We felt completely at home during our stay, it was our favourite place to stay in Sri Lanka & I would definitely stay again.
Services & Amenities
Most Popular Amenities
Outdoor swimming pool
Private parking
Free
Airport shuttle pick-up
Additional charge
Car rentals
Bar
Restaurant
Taxi booking service
Airport shuttle drop-off
Additional charge
Station pick-up service
Additional charge
Tour and ticket booking service
24-hour front desk
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free
Luggage storage
Free
Bicycle rental
Additional charge
Outdoor swimming pool
Restaurant
Restaurant
Elephant Stables restaurant
Style: A la carte
Cuisine: American, Asian, Chinese, BBQ, Local
Open for: Breakfast, Lunch, Afternoon tea, Dinner, Cocktails
Special dietary options: Dairy-free, Gluten-free, Halal, Vegan, Vegetarian
Ambience: Family-friendly, Modern, Traditional, Romantic
Dining options: Property guests only
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free
Outdoor swimming pool
Parking
Private (exclusively for guests) is available On-site parking. Reservation not needed.
Private parking
Free
Transportation
Taxi booking service
Airport shuttle pick-up
Additional charge
Car rentals
Shuttle service
Additional charge
Bicycle rental
Additional charge
Station pick-up service
Additional charge
Airport shuttle drop-off
Additional charge
Station drop-off service
Additional charge
Front Desk Services
Tour and ticket booking service
Safe at front desk
Luggage storage
Free
Wake-up call
24-hour front desk
Languages Spoken
English
Food & Drink
Bar
Room service
Public Areas
Elevator
Garden
Cleaning Services
Laundry service (on-site)
Additional charge
Ironing service
Additional charge
Clothes dryer
Facilities for Children
Kids' board games/puzzles
Business Services
Wedding service
Safety & Security
First aid room
CCTV in public areas
First aid kit
Fire alarm
Fire extinguisher
Smoke detector
Security personnel
Carbon monoxide alarm
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: After 14:00
Check-out: Before 11:00
Front desk hours: 24/7
Child Policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cribs and Extra Beds
Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
Breakfast
TypeWestern, American, Asian, Continental, Full English/Irish, Halal, Vegan, Vegetarian
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Contact property |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Pets
Pets are not allowed
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
Paying at the Hotel
- Cash
Property Description
- Opened: 2012
- Number of Rooms: 8
When you stay at The Elephant Stables in Kandy, you'll be in the historical district, within a 5-minute drive of Udawatta Kele Sanctuary and Commonwealth War Cemetery. This hotel is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Kanday Monasteries and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Devales.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room. Guests can catch a ride to nearby destinations on the area shuttle (surcharge).
Satisfy your appetite for lunch or dinner at Restaurant, a restaurant which specializes in local cuisine, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
Featured amenities include a business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 7 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring free minibar items and LED televisions. Your memory foam bed comes with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads and designer toiletries.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room. Guests can catch a ride to nearby destinations on the area shuttle (surcharge).
Satisfy your appetite for lunch or dinner at Restaurant, a restaurant which specializes in local cuisine, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
Featured amenities include a business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 7 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring free minibar items and LED televisions. Your memory foam bed comes with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads and designer toiletries.