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A tranquil retreat from the nearby bustling city of Kandy, Chaaya means ‘reflection’, thus Chaaya Citadel reflects its stunning surrounds, blending harmoniously with nature. Days here begin with the sound of birdsong whilst the riverside setting adds lustre to the twilight hours. Once the home of Dunuvila, one of the King’s Ministers, the hotel has been recently refurbished with guest rooms furnished to a very high standard, most with views of the river from your own private balcony. There’s a lovely swimming pool surrounded by a terracotta sun terrace – the perfect place to sit and relax. The main restaurant overlooks the river and offers a lavish buffet for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For a special treat, book a table at the hotel’s fine dining restaurant, lingering over a delicious meal as the sun sets in the distance. For pre- and post-dinner drinks, the lobby bar is ideal. A wonderful place to come home too after a busy day, sights close by include the Sacred Temple of the Buddha’s Tooth, the beautiful Peredeniya Botanical Gardens and the dreamlike Kandy Lake.
Where is it?
At the edge of the Mahaweli River on the northern outskirts of Kandy. Transfer time from airport: 3 hours.
Facilities
2 restaurant, 1 bar. Swimming pool, snooker and table tennis. Selection of boat tours and excursions (local charge). Laundry/dry cleaning service. Limited room service.
Room info
121 rooms and suites. Superior Rooms with air conditioning, balcony or terrace, satellite TV, phone, tea/coffee maker, mini bar, safe, hairdryer, iron and board. Deluxe Rooms as above but with DVD player and traditional hand-woven hangings. Rooms with 1 king-size bed or 2 queen beds, sleeping 2 adults and 1 child.