Hotell i Kandalama

“Large resort with fantastic grounds, nice pool. Very pleasant rooms in small cottages, very quiet, birdlife. Geared at tour groups, but OK for individual travellers as well. Own transport needed. Excellent, but rather expensive, buffé. Single dishes also possible though. Somewhat impersonal due to its size. Sometimes rather confused, but always friendly, staff. To our disappointment the promised naturist/ornithologist was unfortunately "on leave". Beware also that their drivers' accommodation is...

“Beautiful setting. I was a bit confused about advertised lake who is actually not on the property and holds little for guests. Pool area was wonderful very quiet with trees and birds. Heinz was most helpful in sugges outings and arranging driver. A few niggles: Breakfasts like all in Sri Lanka could use some tweaking with toast presented first to go cold and items not offered but available such as tomatoes or bacon: readily provided when requested. Spider life is rampant so staff could pay more...

“Sad case of lovely hotel falling into decay after Covid. We four were only guests for our two day stay. Staff could not do enough but could not find booking, pool very neglected and rooms although enormous could do with a large amount of tender loving care. One I hope succeeds in the future.”

“The hotell is placed in lovelly surrondings with the lake as a beautiful background. Big breakfeast with everything you could wish for. Rooms are big and clean. Don't be suprised if you see monkies in the garden. It's a very short walk up to the main street where you can find very good local restaurants (we especially liked magic food just across main street). The pool is clean and warm, do take a swin in the late evening, floating in the warm water looking at the stars is pure serenity.”

“From start to end, it was an extraordinary experience to stay at the Taru Villas Maia. Most friendly service, wonderful room, lovely pool area. Loved the good coffee and tea (and fresh milk!) in the room, very comfortable bedding and the big shower. Food (breakfast & dinner) was also outstanding. We mostly had Sri Lankan dishes and loved it. Can’t say enough good things about this place. Would return immediately!🙂”