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Cinnamon Citadel Kandy

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

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124, Srimath Kuda Ratwatte Mawatha, Kandy, 20000
  • Place, Asgiri Maha Viharaya
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Udawatta Kele Sanctuary
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Bahirawakanda Vihara Buddha
    ‪4 min drive‬

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  • 442 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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  • 442 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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8.0 out of 10
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(1 review)
  • 442 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Exceptional
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  • 440 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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8.0 out of 10
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(1 review)
  • 441 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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  • 441 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Very good
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  • 528 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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  • 528 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Kandy

Cinnamon Citadel Kandy places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Asgiri Maha Viharaya and Commonwealth War Cemetery. This 4-star hotel has 119 guestrooms and offers an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free valet parking.

What's nearby

  • Asgiri Maha Viharaya - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Udawatta Kele Sanctuary - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Bahirawakanda Vihara Buddha - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Commonwealth War Cemetery - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Kandy Clock Tower - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Kandy Railway Station - 15 min drive
  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 158 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jr Kandyan Thaza - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Burger Hut - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lyon's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Balaji Dosai - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Kandy Myst by Cinnamon - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Cinnamon Citadel Kandy

Cinnamon Citadel Kandy features an outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a gym. Free valet and self parking are available—or if you're not driving, take the airport shuttle (available on request) for USD 85 per person. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include a sauna, free WiFi in public areas, and a meeting room.
TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Balconies, minibars, and coffee makers are also available.
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to midnight at scheduled times and on request
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: USD 15 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Giri Sikara Lounge
  • Mahaveli Eliya
  • Pool Bar
  • Vel Eliya

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar in shower
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • No plastic water bottles

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Customers may be requested by the property to provide documentation of recent travel history (such as showing passport immigration stamps) and/or complete a health declaration.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Children 4 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50.0 per day
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

The charges below are included in your overall room price:

  • New Year's Eve gala dinner fee
  • Christmas Eve gala dinner fee

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 15 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 85 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 50.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available during limited hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
  • A charge for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner on December 24 is included in the total price shown.
  • A charge for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner on December 31 is included in the total price shown.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

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Cinnamon Citadel Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Cinnamon Citadel Kandy?

Cinnamon Citadel Kandy offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Cinnamon Citadel Kandy?

As of Jun 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cinnamon Citadel Kandy on Jun 16, 2026 start from $80, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do close to Cinnamon Citadel Kandy?

This hotel is located in Kandy, close to Kandy Lake, Bahirawakanda Vihara Buddha, and Kandy Clock Tower. You'll also find Royal Palace of Kandy and Udawatta Kele Sanctuary within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Cinnamon Citadel Kandy?

Yes, valet and self parking are offered for free at the hotel. Though parking is available on request, free RV/bus/truck parking and wheelchair-accessible van parking are also available.

Does Cinnamon Citadel Kandy include a casino on the premises?

No, Cinnamon Citadel Kandy doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Cinnamon Citadel Kandy?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 9:00 AM and 7:00 PM.

Is Cinnamon Citadel Kandy a good place to stay for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an al fresco restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a poolside bar.

Does Cinnamon Citadel Kandy have a hot tub?

No, but guests can enjoy a sauna at this hotel.

Does Cinnamon Citadel Kandy feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Cinnamon Citadel Kandy has 2 restaurants, and serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Will Cinnamon Citadel Kandy allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Cinnamon Citadel Kandy.

Does Cinnamon Citadel Kandy have connecting rooms available?

Yes, this hotel has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Cinnamon Citadel Kandy?

Yes, every guestroom at Cinnamon Citadel Kandy comes with a balcony and some offer river and garden views.

Cinnamon Citadel Kandy Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 179 out of 350 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 120 out of 350 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 350 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 350 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 350 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lawayna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel; would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful hotel, very friendly staff and deliciously wonderful breakfast and dinner buffet.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

NIAMH

Liked: Cleanliness
Fab pool, lovely staff. Rooms are ok.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Warna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay in Kandy
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chathurika

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

KESSEVEN NAIDOO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and comfortable room. Nice pool and reception area. Hotel location is quite remote.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay at Cinnamon Citadel Kandy. Great clean spacious comfy rooms. Staff were amazing in all areas. Great drinks and buffet. Great chilling around the pool with plenty of comfy day beds. Would definitely stay again. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ALISON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely hotel, shame we were only there for a 1 night stop over.. Food was delicious in Cinnamon and of a good quality and lots of options in the buffet. Staff were outstanding, very friendly and extremely helpful. They couldn't do enough for you.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauraine

The room
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Krishnan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was kind
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel & staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best hotel trip

This hotel was one of the nicest I’ve stayed in beautiful surroundings by the river service was amazing. Cleanliness was outstanding. Service in general was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simren

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great stay! Comfortable and clean rooms. We loved the buffet breakfast, the hoppers were amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Place to Stay…

Staff were so attentive and eager to help. Beautiful surroundings, great location. Food was excellent. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful views and gardens, wonderful breakfast in dining room overlooking the views. Excellent location, in the heart of Ella, walking distance to centre and yet feels secluded , quiet and peaceful in hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Thankyou to the whole team at Citadel Kandy. From the check in to checkout I was met with friendly helpful staff. Great service at breakfast and dinners. Excellent bar service and cocktail making. Hats off to the chefs for the range of delicious foods for the buffets. Sri Lanka is open and I’d recommend the Cinnamon Citadel as a great place to stay. Great quiet comfy rooms, good range of sun beds by the pool for relaxing. Was a great stay. Thanks again to all the team.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dilip C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful quiet property with excellent service
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Vivek

Liked: Cleanliness
Overall old but good. Nice stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catharine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in scenic location but a bit out of centre. The staff were outstanding and the service faultless.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, really lovely rooms and the staff simply can not do enough for you. The location is a bit outside of kandy about 10 to 15 minute tuk tuk ride but the prices for food and drinks are very good value and the view is amazing so we only ventured out at night once over our 3 nights.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Rajat

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
The service was very bad, for everything staffs were like doing favor and needed to tell them repeatedly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not bad, but could be better

Service, rooms and comfort was spot on. Can do better with food options and quality.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Piyush

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Amazing view of the river behind the hotel. You can enjoy the view of the pool, river and trees while have a drink from the bar. staff was courteous and helpful.
Verified

8/10 Good

SAMSON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Be aware—- there is no elevator available and rooms and dining area on varied floors. Be ready to climb steep stairs. Nice rooms and amenities. Beautiful views of river and area walks are great. Excellent meals at buffet restaurant.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mahinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

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