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Kahanda Kanda
Small is one of the key words — it’s got just twelve villas and suites, surrounded by shady vegetation, all within a stone’s throw of a central infinity pool, on a hillside overlooking Koggala Lake. Interiors are stylish, a blend of contemporary luxury and colonial heritage, and the bathrooms are downright indulgent, as they tend to be these days. The atmosphere could hardly be more private or tranquil, and the no-kids policy certainly doesn’t hurt in that department.
Activities are mercifully few: this is a place to get away, though not a difficult or terribly remote one. The beach is a short drive away, if you’re determined, and sporting options on-site include swimming, yoga, and a small fitness center — an emphasis on health that’s complemented by the hotel’s hybrid Thai/Sri Lankan cuisine.
How to get there:
Kahanda Kanda can be found just 8 kilometres inland from the coastal Galle Road, perched at the northeast shore of Koggala Lake.
Location
Guest Score & Reviews
Scores are on a 20-point scale, from verified guest reviews. The quality score helps ensure that our selection stays fresh and vital.
The hotel was very good. The food was not award winning. The staff was okay. We felt the manager/ concierge was less than attentive and forgot our requests twice - and appeared less than sincere or concerned. Our best experience was with our driver, Udaya, who turns out was the groundskeeper as well. He drove us through Galle and was the best ambassador for the brand. He should have a much more senior position within the company. Massages were great. Amenities were fantastic. Almost great.
Both the atmosphere, style and service was great... this is a truly luxurious and very personal experience.
For various reasons, spent my last trip at 5 hotels in the south of Sri Lanka. Kahanda Kanda deserved another star above the rest, including the aman's. Rooms are fantastic, food is fantastic, staff is fantastic. This is a place where I want to live.
Rooms & Rates
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Tea - Plantation Suite
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Fits 2 people
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2 Single Beds
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753 ft²/70 m².
Views: Garden.
Includes:
- Air conditioning window unit
- Coffee/tea
- Hairdryer
- IPod docking station
- Minibar
- Minifridge
- Proper twin beds
- Rain shower
- Rollaway bed (on request)
- Safe
- Stand up shower
- Television
- Terrace / balcony
Mango - Plantation Villa
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Fits 2 people
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1 King Bed
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861 ft²/80 m².
Views: Garden.
Includes:
- Air conditioning window unit
- Breathtaking view overlooking the jungle
- Coffee/tea
- Desk
- Hairdryer
- IPod docking station
- Minibar
- Minifridge
- Rain shower
- Safe
- Sofa
- Stand up shower
- Television
- Terrace / balcony
Nelum - Plantation Villa
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Fits 2 people
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1 Double/Full Bed
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861 ft²/80 m².
Views: Garden.
Includes:
- Air conditioning window unit
- Coffee/tea
- Comfortable sitting area bedside the window
- Desk
- Hairdryer
- IPod docking station
- Minibar
- Minifridge
- Rain shower
- Safe
- Sofa
- Stand up shower
- Television
- Terrace / balcony
Araliya - Plantation Villa
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Fits 2 people
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1 King Bed
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753 ft²/70 m².
Views: Garden.
Includes:
- Air conditioning window unit
- Coffee/tea
- Hairdryer
- IPod docking station
- Minibar
- Minifridge
- Rain shower
- Safe
- Stand up shower
- Television
- Terrace / balcony
- With wide veranda overlooking the tea estate
Hibiscus - Plantation Pool Villa
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Fits 2 people
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1 King Bed
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861 ft²/80 m².
Views: Pool.
Includes:
- Air conditioning window unit
- Coffee/tea
- Desk
- Hairdryer
- Incredible south-facing views overlooking the tea estate
- IPod docking station
- Minibar
- Minifridge
- Plunge pool
- Rain shower
- Safe
- Sofa
- Stand up shower
- Television
Peacock - Plantation Villa
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Fits 2 people
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1 King Bed
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1076 ft²/100 m².
Views: Garden.
Includes:
- Air conditioning window unit
- Charming courtyard garden with a water feature
- Coffee/tea
- Desk
- Hairdryer
- IPod docking station
- Minibar
- Minifridge
- Rollaway bed (on request)
- Safe
- Sofa
- Stand up shower
- Television
- Terrace / balcony
Kumbuk - Luxury Pool Villa
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Fits 2 people
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1 King Bed
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1076 ft²/100 m².
Views: Garden.
Includes:
- Air conditioning window unit
- Coffee/tea
- Desk
- Hairdryer
- IPod docking station
- Minibar
- Minifridge
- Outdoor shower
- Plunge pool
- Rain shower
- Rollaway bed (on request)
- Safe
- Set in its own large private walled garden
- Sofa
- Stand up shower
- Television
- Terrace / balcony
Kadju - Luxury Pool Villa
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Fits 2 people
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1 King Bed
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1076 ft²/100 m².
Views: Garden.
Includes:
- Reaching views over the tea estate and jungle
- Air conditioning window unit
- Bathtub
- Coffee/tea
- Desk
- Hairdryer
- IPod docking station
- Minibar
- Minifridge
- Plunge pool
- Rain shower
- Safe
- Sofa
- Stand up shower
- Television
- Terrace / balcony
Dubu - Honeymoon Villa
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Fits 2 people
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1 King Bed
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914 ft²/85 m².
Views: Garden.
Includes:
- Furthest from the main part of the hotel
- Air conditioning window unit
- Bathtub
- Coffee/tea
- Desk
- Hairdryer
- International channel
- IPod docking station
- Minibar
- Minifridge
- Outdoor shower
- Plunge pool
- Rollaway bed (on request)
- Safe
- Sofa
- Stand up shower
- Television
- Terrace / balcony
