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Our top choices for Malwathu Maha Viharaya hotels

Terrace/patio
Devon Rest

Devon Rest

Devon Rest
3.0 star property
0.3 km from Malwathu Maha Viharaya
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (9)
"This is an amazing place. Friendly staff, beautiful room, and AMAZING location"
United States
Sean
The price is P3,172
P4,342 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Devon Rest
Bar (on property)
Radisson Hotel Kandy

Radisson Hotel Kandy

Radisson Hotel Kandy
4.0 star property
0.2 km from Malwathu Maha Viharaya
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (497)
"It was a lovely stay. The food was delicious and had a lot of varieties. The staff was friendly and helpful. "
Canada
Kushani
The price is P5,798
P7,595 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Radisson Hotel Kandy
Restaurant
Cassendra Kandy

Cassendra Kandy

Cassendra Kandy
3.0 star property
0.5 km from Malwathu Maha Viharaya
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (31)
"Great place "
United States
Ravi
The price is P2,071
P2,444 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Cassendra Kandy
Outdoor pool
The Trees Kandy

The Trees Kandy

The Trees Kandy
3.5 star property
0.3 km from Malwathu Maha Viharaya
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (22)
"Woundful stay. The rooftop pool was really cool and the staff catered to our every need. Would have loved to have stayed longer had the option been there. "
United Kingdom
Cameron
The price is P8,171
P10,703 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 25 - Dec 26
The Trees Kandy
Outdoor pool
Grand Serendib Hotel

Grand Serendib Hotel

Grand Serendib Hotel
4.0 star property
0.6 km from Malwathu Maha Viharaya
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (117)
"Great staff supporting a fantastic manager. So caring and friendly. Really enjoyed the hotel and views. Lovely rooms with views. "
United Kingdom
Daniel
The price is P4,427
P5,798 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
Grand Serendib Hotel
Property entrance
Viyana Boutique Hotel

Viyana Boutique Hotel

Viyana Boutique Hotel
3.5 star property
0.2 km from Malwathu Maha Viharaya
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (196)
"Clean room, staff very friendly. Not many other people staying so they were right onto anything I asked. Enjoyed a great lunch in restaurant as well"
United States
Joseph
The price is P3,555
P4,573 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 16 - Jan 17, 2026
Viyana Boutique Hotel
Front of property
Coffee Bungalow Kandy

Coffee Bungalow Kandy

Coffee Bungalow Kandy
3.5 star property
0.5 km from Malwathu Maha Viharaya
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (7)
"A charming and serene place. Lovely staff. A haven above the madness that is Kandy! "
United Kingdom
Jonathan
The price is P12,063
P16,977 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Coffee Bungalow Kandy
Interior detail
The Radh Hotel

The Radh Hotel

The Radh Hotel
4.5 star property
0.6 km from Malwathu Maha Viharaya
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (160)
"Staff, clean room, convenience location, cage and restaurant. Easy check in and easy checkout. "
United States
Neesha
The price is P9,371
P12,589 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21, 2026
The Radh Hotel
Exterior
Bethel Homestay

Bethel Homestay

Bethel Homestay
3.0 star property
0.9 km from Malwathu Maha Viharaya
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (11)
"Great place to spend a few days in Kandy. Fantastic views, excellent breakfast and friendly owners, who could not be more helpful. I highly reccomend this stay."
Australia
George
Bethel Homestay
Exterior
Hotel Casamara

Hotel Casamara

Hotel Casamara
3.5 star property
0.6 km from Malwathu Maha Viharaya
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (88)
"Lovely calm, relaxed hotel, great swimming pool, good location, staff helpful and courteous."
United Kingdom
Claire
The price is P4,467
P5,271 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Hotel Casamara
Outdoor pool
Sevana City Hotel Kandy

Sevana City Hotel Kandy

Sevana City Hotel Kandy
3.0 star property
1.1 km from Malwathu Maha Viharaya
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (533)
"Great location, friendly staff, big room in excellent condition. Very clean pool in rooftop. Good value!"
United States
Angel T.
Sevana City Hotel Kandy
Restaurant
Heaven Seven Kandy

Heaven Seven Kandy

Heaven Seven Kandy
3.0 star property
0.3 km from Malwathu Maha Viharaya
7.8 out of 10, Good, (32)
"New hotel, Everything is good!!!"
Taiwan
Cho-Yuan
Heaven Seven Kandy
Exterior
Mount Blue Kandy

Mount Blue Kandy

Mount Blue Kandy
3.5 star property
0.9 km from Malwathu Maha Viharaya
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (29)
"You get speculator views of all of Kandy from this luxurious hotel. Eeverything is clean, the food is a perfect mix of European and Sri Lankan. And the staff can’t be more helpful. "
Australia
Rohan
The price is P4,055
P4,785 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Mount Blue Kandy
Outdoor pool
Thilanka Hotel

Thilanka Hotel

Thilanka Hotel
4.0 star property
0.6 km from Malwathu Maha Viharaya
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (94)
"Excellent place to stay when visiting the temple. Hotel is well maintained, and the staff is excellent. Food selection and preparation is good."
United States
Jiwanka
The price is P5,915
P7,749 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 9 - Jan 10, 2026
Thilanka Hotel
Terrace/patio
Serene Kandy

Serene Kandy

Serene Kandy
4.0 star property
0.4 km from Malwathu Maha Viharaya
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (36)
"Great place to stay in Kandy! Rooms are clean, comfortable, and shower is great. Staff are true professionals and definitely want you to have a great stay. Hotel is perched atop hill just outside of town. Plenty of nice restaurants nearby and the town is a nice 20 stroll down the hill. Staff hooked us up with a great driver for day trip to Sigiriya. Great place to stay!"
United States
Grady
The price is P5,549
P7,203 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20, 2026
Serene Kandy
Aerial view
Hotel Yo

Hotel Yo

Hotel Yo
4.0 star property
0.6 km from Malwathu Maha Viharaya
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (20)
"Hotel was comfortable, safe, and they had onsite driver accommodations (apparently a thing in Sri Lanka). We didn't get to stay here long enough, and there was a festival that made the streets incredibly crowded. I wish we had the chance to explore the area more, however we made our way down (per the hotel's recommendation) to dinner at Hideout Lounge, and then back to the hotel. The pool is small and we weren't enticed to use it. Breakfast in the morning is offered as a buffet with plenty of...
United States
Dahlia
The price is P5,271
P6,905 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Hotel Yo
Front of property
Queen's Hotel

Queen's Hotel

Queen's Hotel
3.0 star property
0.5 km from Malwathu Maha Viharaya
7.2 out of 10, Good, (163)
"Our stay was wonderful, we were lucky enough to have one of the newly renovated rooms at the hotel. The hotel staff were very polite and accommodating and the hotel is very centrally located - easy walk to the Temple of the Tooth Relic, eateries and shops. "
United Kingdom
Zein
Queen's Hotel
Lobby lounge
Hotel Suisse

Hotel Suisse

Hotel Suisse
3.5 star property
0.2 km from Malwathu Maha Viharaya
7.4 out of 10, Good, (71)
"Colonial architecture and grandeur, Friendly staff,"
United Kingdom
Diwin
The price is P10,806
P14,155 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 10 - Jan 11, 2026
Hotel Suisse
Lobby
Dumbara Peak Residence

Dumbara Peak Residence

Dumbara Peak Residence
3.0 star property
0.8 km from Malwathu Maha Viharaya
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (49)
"Very kind staff, clean nice room, very good access to the bus/railway station & the Buddha teeth temple."
Japan
RYOSUKE
The price is P2,103
P2,754 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
Dumbara Peak Residence
Premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe, desk
My city Hotel

My city Hotel

My city Hotel
3.0 star property
1.2 km from Malwathu Maha Viharaya
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (22)
"The staff was amazing. They were always attentive to our needs and willing to assist with anything. Breakfast was delicious and awesome. "
United States
Gerardo
My city Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Malwathu Maha Viharaya Hotel Reviews

Grand Serendib Hotel

Grand Serendib Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent hotel sitting in the hills above Kandy with incredible staff. The hotel manager is fantastic and so friendly. During a testing cyclone period they never missed a beat and ket things moving as best they ciuld. "
Daniel 1-night trip
Posted 12 days ago
Grand Serendib Hotel

Hotels near other Malwathu Maha Viharaya attractions

Two reasons to come to Kandy: 1, to walk around this lake, and 2, to visit the temple with the sacred tooth relic
Photo by Eva Johnson
Open Photo by Eva Johnson

Kandy Lake

4.1/5 (142 reviews)
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Kandy Lake during your travels in Kandy. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
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Temple of the Tooth, Kandy, Sri Lanka

Temple of the Tooth

4.4/5 (133 reviews)
You can find out about the history of Kandy with a stop at Temple of the Tooth. Wander the lakeside in this culturally rich area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Malwathu Maha Viharaya?
Malwathu Maha Viharaya is located in a culturally rich area of Kandy known for its beautiful lakeside setting. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 265 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay close to Malwathu Maha Viharaya?
Adjacent to Malwathu Maha Viharaya, Radisson Hotel Kandy is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Other good choices close by include Grand Serendib Hotel and The Radh Hotel.
How many hotels will I find close to Malwathu Maha Viharaya?
Expedia has 265 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Malwathu Maha Viharaya.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Malwathu Maha Viharaya, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer near Malwathu Maha Viharaya.
What can I see and do near Malwathu Maha Viharaya?
Study the collections at National Museum, International Buddhist Museum, or Ceylon Tea Museum. Temple of the Tooth, Royal Palace of Kandy, and Kandy War Cemetery are some of the local landmarks to explore. Local parks like Wales Park, Udawatta Kele Sanctuary, and Royal Botanical Garden are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air.