Villa 49

I literally enjoyed the environment, with delicately designed room, scenic balcony, vintage furniture and surrounding greenery. Plus, staff here are all kind and considerate, especially a genial man named Upi, who really helped us a lot, and the owner of the property is also helpful and patient. Sincerely, this is one of the most cost-efficient hotels I’ve ever stayed.

Loved this place- a real home, with wonderful service from Upi who does everything from lugging your bags upstairs to making the most delicious breakfast (egg hoppers, tropical fruit plate, tea!) Perfect location perched on a hill above Kandy, but very close to town and the lake. Pretty garden and the rooms are clean, very comfortable and with beautiful views. They upgraded us to the room at the very top with a private terrace and the best view!

I recently stayed at Villa 49 in Kandy for two nights and three days and had a wonderful experience. The location of the hotel is great, as it is within walking distance of Kandy Lake and other attractions. The lady who manages the place, Shanani, was very accommodating and allowed me to check in early. She also prepared a delicious Sri Lankan vegetarian meal platter for me, which was authentic and flavorful. I also had the pleasure of trying Shanani's homemade brownies with coconut (yum!) and jams, which were the perfect balance of sweetness and tartness. The all-around helper, Upi, was always smiling and happy to help with any requests pertaining to the room, cleanliness, and serving of meals. The hotel itself is clean and fairly comfortable for a good night's rest, with free Wi-Fi and parking available. You will have to climb stairs if the room is on the second floor (not an issue for those who can). While the rooms were comfortable, they could be upgraded with newer linens and decorations. However, this is not a put-off but a suggestion for improvement. The hospitality of the staff definitely makes it worth revisiting. Overall, I had a great stay at Villa 49 and would highly recommend it to anyone visiting Kandy. The staff is friendly and accommodating, the food is delicious, and the location is convenient. Thank you, Shanani and Upi, for making my stay so enjoyable!

We had a wonderful stay at the charming Villa 49, situated in a beautiful location. The rooms were unique and very spacious. The iconic Temple of Tooth in Kandy was within walking distance. The breakfast at Villa 49 was delicious, especially the homemade traditional hoppers and homemade jams. One of the standout features of Villa 49 was their exceptional service. The staff was incredibly attentive and accommodating, going out of their way to make our stay enjoyable. Their personalized care created an inviting and friendly atmosphere that made us feel like we were among close friends, rather than typical hotel guests. We enthusiastically recommend Villa 49 to anyone visiting Kandy.