Hotel Suisse
If you're seeking to see the best of Kandy, then there's no better start than a stay at Hotel Suisse, located within the city center and surrounded by the city's famous sights. Go beyond the touristy and get deeper into the offerings of Kandy with a stay at Hotel Suisse, located merely 550 m from Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic.
Hotel Suisse provides a range services and amenities to help make your stay more comfortable. Never be out of touch with your contacts, with free Wi-Fi offered throughout your stay. If you need a ride from or to the airport, the hotel can arrange it before your check-in date. Exploring Kandy is made even more convenient with the car hire services available at the hotel.
If you plan to arrive by car, you'll appreciate the hotel's free parking, right on-site. The hotel provides front desk services such as concierge service, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes for guests' convenience. If you need, the ticket service and tours can even help you book tickets and reservations at all the best shows and programs nearby. Staying for a long time, or just need clean clothes? dry cleaning service and laundry service offered at the hotel will keep your favorite travel outfits clean and available.
For lazy days and nights, in-room conveniences like 24-hour room service, room service and daily housekeeping let you make the most of your room. Please be advised that smoking is not allowed in the hotel to allow cleaner air for all guests. Smoking is limited to designated areas only, for the health and well-being of all guests and staff.
Feel right at home during your stay at Hotel Suisse. Some rooms at Hotel Suisse are equipped with air conditioning for your convenience. Some rooms at Hotel Suisse include special design features like a balcony or terrace. In-room entertainment such as daily newspaper, television, in-room video streaming and cable TV is provided for guests in some selected rooms.
The hotel also offers a refrigerator, a coffee or tea maker, bottled water and mini bar in some rooms for when you feel like it is needed. It's good to know that a hair dryer and toiletries are provided in some guest bathrooms.
Dining and things to do
Nothing starts a morning better than a delicious breakfast, which you can always enjoy in-house at Hotel Suisse. Everyone loves a good cup of coffee! A coffee shop on-site means you can enjoy a cup of real, freshly brewed coffee every morning -- or anytime you feel like it. If you don't feel like going out to eat, you can always opt for the delicious dining options at the hotel. A night in at the hotel's bar can be as fun as a night out with your travel companions.
Guests who prefer to make their own meals will love the in-house BBQ facilities available here.
Hotel Suisse lets you make the most of your time! Once there, you can enjoy countless recreational facilities offered to all guests. Don't forget to explore the hotel's easily accessible beach. Finish your vacation days right by dropping in at the massage, salon, steam room, spa and sauna. Start your vacation off right with a dip in the pool.
Skip the dress code and opt for a casual cocktail or beer at the hotel's poolside bar. Have fun without traveling far, by taking advantage of the golf course on site and hiking trails at Hotel Suisse. Pick up something memorable for yourself or those waiting for you back at home, at the shops and souvenir shops.
Around the property
One doesn't need to look far as the hotel enjoys close proximity to sightseeing options and local attractions. An afternoon of browsing the works at Ceylon Tea Museum located 2.5 km away can familiarize you with the local art scene.
Reasons to stay here
Rooms don't get much cheaper than here, being less than 92% of the city's accommodation.
Know you'll get excellent dining options here, where past guests have rated onsite or nearby dining above 90% of the city's accommodation.
This accommodation is highly recommended for its location, scoring higher than 96% of other options in the city.
Perfect location of an ordinary hotel”
Stayed one night in this hotel in November 2012. We got a Deluxe room and were very satisfied with it. The room was very nice, clean, with an excellent view on the lake. Suisse is a colonial heritage hotel located in the centre of Kandy with an excellent view on the Lake. The food and its selection were very nice. Staff is very quick and helpful. One thing we did not like is the fact the hotel really need renovation in some places. The decor is old and very tired, and there is a smell of senility on upper floors. Summing up I would recommend the hotel as an excellent place to stay in Kandy, but be aware of the smell and old decor of the hotel.
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Wonderful colonial building enriched in history”
From the moment we set foot in the Suisse Hotel we knew we had chosen the right place. The beautiful high ceilings, colonial hotel is a gem. The location is just 10 mins walk to the hustle and bustle or a tuk tuk each way is between 100-200 rupees. We had a large room, with a glimpse of the lake, it was spacious and clean. The pool was lovely to cool off. The family of monkeys that came through each morning and afternoon were wonderful to watch through the big colonial windows on our balcony - breakfast was an array of Sri Lankan and Western delights. Truly a must if staying in Kandy. I would not hesitate in staying in this hotel again, it was spot on.
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Excellent Service and Great Customer Service”
This was my second and third stay in 12 years. Myself being a hotelier experienced a Very friendly reception and welcome on arrival, Check-in and Luggage services were promt and efficient. On the first night I had booked a Duluxe Room with Balcony and the room was perfect,clean, guest amenities and a clean comfortable bed. Very clean bathroom and linen. I had my meals from Room service and the food was perfect. Great taste, quality and quantity were just right. The service staff "Dammika" who brought my meal was very professional with excellent Cutomer Service skills which is rare to find todays hospitality world. I was at the Bar and was served by yet another great staff with excellent cutomer service skills (I coudn't ask for his name) but he was the one behid the cocktail table mixing the cocktails and serving the guests. I ordered Western and Sri Lankan breakfast on each day and the food was great and huge. All staff that I came across with during my stay were great from Housekeeping to the Concierge. The second night I stayed in a Standard room as the hotel was full and yet I receieved a great welcome back and had a very comfortable room. I would definetly recommend to all and would stay at Hotel Suisse on my future visits to Kandy.
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Period hotel centrally located to explore Kandy”
Thoroughly enjoyed out stay at the Hotel Suisse so that we could explore what Kandy has to offer. Although some elements of the hotel are starting to look tired, it's obvious that the maintenance and investment in the hotel continues - it's a large task to undertake. Our room was large with what seemed to be a new bathroom. Our only comment would be that some of the furniture could do with a little TLC or an upgrade but the comfort level was still there. There was wireless internet available, however on the upper floors the signal didn't penetrate the walls but we could access this in the bar, restaurant and lobby. During our stay the functions rooms were fully booked with weddings, but I commend the staff as we didn't notice any change in the service level. Some of the guests seemed agitated when breakfast was relocated to the lawn but we relished the opportunity to dine in the fresh air. The same menu selection was available and the team were on the ball with service.
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Old World Atmosphere”
This is the perfect place to stay in this World Heritage city - a heritage hotel with tons of 'colonial charm' and right on the Lake in the centre of Kandy. Easy walking along the lake to the centre of town or to the major historical features of the town. They have done a tasteful relatively recent renovation of the rooms with modern bathrooms. Very comfortable beds. The standard rooms a small-ish but it's what you expect and they are obviously at the back of the hotel without lake-views, but that was taken for granted when booking. The buffet dinners and lunches and breakfasts were outstanding. This historic hotel is the perfect accompaniment for your stay in Kandy.
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5* Customer Service”
This was my 4th stay within 2 weeks and nearly after 14 years. As a hotelier myself, I was overwelmed with the super customer service, attention and recognition given to me. Quality food, Spotless clean rooms and excellent service makes you feel like royalty. Special thank you to all at the Fron Office, housekeeping, Room service and concierge for exceeding my expectations! I will definetly be abck and will always stay at Hotel Suisse on my future visits to Kandy
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Revisit history in this colonial hotel”
We enjoyed our stay at this hotel and would recommend it to others despite suffering a bout of salmonella - something which can unfortunately happen to any traveller regardless of how careful one is. The staff were good, particularly the food and beverage staff and the room cleaning staff and grounds staff. The pool area was clean with adequate space, loungers fresh towels. The hotel overloked the lake and was an easy walk into town and to the attractions of Kandy. The hotel catered to drivers which is most important as without drivers tourist would not be able to get around the country. The hotel had a lovely colonial feel to it and was most welcoming. The prices were fair and value for money.
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A great stay in this charming character hotel. Value for money and exceptional service. ”
The hotel building is a little tired because of its age and heritage, but this doesn't detract from value for money and wonderful service from every member of the hotel staff. It is perfectly positioned walking distance from many main attractions including 'the temple of the tooth' and tuk tuk's and transport are arranged quickly and at fair prices. There is variety in the restaurant meals and buffet each day and you are made to feel like an old friend returning home each time you arrive back at the hotel. It is charming and I highly recommend it. Wish I had stayed there on my previous visits to Kandy. Barb : ))
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Dear Sir/Madam, Ayubowan! Greetings from Hotel Suisse ! Thank you for your review and for choosing our hotel and thank you for taking the time to express your comments. And we are looking forward to having you again as a guest in our hotel. Thanking you. Aruni
Excellent”
We loved this hotel overlooking kandy lake . The first night was barbi cue night which we had & the food was excellent . Well placed for temple , town & Generally everything you want . The staff were very attentive , room very comfortable & all in all would recommend as very good value for money .
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One of the best choice in Kandy”
The hotel locates near the Kandy lake, and has a good view. Room is comparatively large, and bed is comfortable. Although no wifi in the room, you can sit at the 1st floor and have a cup of coffee there, where free wifi is provided. This hotel is highly recommended!
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Very pleasant stay”
Hotel Suisse is very nice. Even though we stayed in a less expensive room, it was still very pleasant, stylish and comfortable. We had a little bit of noise from the pool filter but it didn't keep us awake. The bathroom was lovely - the best we had in Sri Lanka though the hot water took a while to run through. We are in the restaurant one night and the food was delicious. The choices were extensive and breakfasts were also impressive. Our second night, we had bar food in the lovely garden, which was also good but service was slow. Staff were polite and the location was good - we walked into town and around the lake to and from the Temple of the Tooth Relic, but it's also handy to grab a bus or tuk tuk.
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Wonderful hotel right on the lakeside”
We had a wonderful stay at Hotel Suisse. The hotel is located right along the shore of the lake and is a 10 minute walk or quick tuk-tuk ride into town. Our room was large, bright, airy and comfortable. The included breakfast buffet was excellent with made-to order hot breakfast. The bar has good drink specials too! The best thing about this hotel was the service. All of the staff were wonderful and made our stay memorable.
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Good choice in Kandy”
Staff are professional and friendly. Nice people. Espeically in Kandy area, they are relatively better than most of hotels. The band in Cafe is great. 60-70s light music, BBQ buffet is good in Kandy, comparing to other places for dinner. Room is clean but anyway it is hundreds years old hotel, you can not expect model facilities. Overall it is a good choice to stay in Kandy.
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Exceptional”
Wunderschön, wonderful, I like the old colonial Hotels, there is such a tach of style and atmosphare. And the staff was very kind, helpful. I like the position close to the lake and the pool is also very nice. Only to be there I would go back to Kandy.
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Dear Sir/Madam, Ayubowan! Thank you for giving us a perfect rating and for recommending our hotel to other travelers. We are sure our entire hotel staff enjoyed catering to your needs as much as you enjoyed your stay. And we are looking forward to having you again as a guest in our hotel. Thanking you. Aruni
Old world charm and elegance”
If you are after modern living then the hotel is possibly not the one BUT it is a beautiful old colonial building with timeless elegance. The service was second to none with everyone from the room boys to the waiters to the reception staff all being so very friendly and polite. The garden and pool gave a relaxing environment to get away from the hustle and bustle of Kandy. The hotel is perfectly place to sight see being very central in Kandy and a lovely walk can be enjoyed around the lake.
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This is a nice hotel in good location at Kandy”
this hotel is on the best landscape in kandy. the beautiful scenery make my trip wonderful. the people at hotel suisse is full of smile and willing to service.
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Reasonable accomodation. Fair price.”
A once grand and stately hotel, the the Suisse Hotel has kept it's charm but even with a number of functional and cosmetic upgrades it shows and feels its age. Our room was large and clean, the king size bed was comfortable and the aircon kept the room cool. The antique wooden wardrobe was a bit small but did hold a safe for our valuables when we left the room. There wasn't much sound proofing so it was easy to hear what was going on around us. Housekeeping deserves high praise for their efforts to keep the place clean. They did a good job cleaning our room each day. The facilities staff were constantly cleaning the hallways, common areas and garden areas throughout the day. The breakfast buffet was adequate although by an international standard was below par. Overall the Suisse Hotel provided reasonable accomodation at a fair price.
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Dear Sir/Madam, Ayubowan! Thank you for your review and for choosing our hotel and thank you for taking the time to express your comments. And we are looking forward to having you again as a guest in our hotel. Thanking you. Aruni
Better than ever”
Our last visit was in 2003, but this time we saw a big improvement in facilities. Well done Suisse. Our home in Kandy.
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Wonderful experience”
We really liked this historical well maintained hotel. During our stay they also celebrated a wedding, which was quite interesting to see. Surprisingly the cost of a double room is not expensive at all. The stuff was very friendly and quick. We really recommend this hotel if you are staying in kandy.
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Best Hotel in Kandy Sri Lanka”
We stayed one night.Beautiful location by the side of Kandy Lake. Very comfortable and clean room. Excellent customer service. Enjoyed dinner. Old world charm so well preserved. Value for money.
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