Kahanda Kanda

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“Up in the tea-leaf covered hills surrounding Galle, Kahanda Kanda is a lover’s retreat. Comprised of ten private suites, tucked away in lush grounds, decorated in a luxurious and modern décor. With private dining, spa treatments and plenty of activities this is one for hopeless romantics. ”

Hotel review

This style-conscious converted house looks down from its hilltop perch, upon a dense twelve-acre tea plantation. Designed to be reassuringly familiar, with scattered ‘Country Life’ magazines in the high-beamed lobby-cum-library, Kahanda Kanda is private and luxurious. This leads onto to the restaurant from where the views are of palm-fringed tropical jungle. A long swimming pool runs the length of one side of the building, in tandem with lily ponds. The ten individually designed Villas (three with private plunge pools) are decidedly colonial - think old oil paintings, block-print cotton, antique loo seats and four-poster beds - yet also feature contemporary pieces. And high ceilings keep the room cool and ventilated. The bathrooms have an outdoor ‘rain shower’ area and their eco-credentials are firmly on display with a solar powered hot water supply. The food is given much care and attention here too. The majority of fruit and vegetables are grown on the estate and these are complemented by the best locally sourced produce. With two of the three chefs hailing from Thailand there is a delicious fusion vibe going on and plenty of traditional Sri Lankan dishes too. For those wanting a romantic diner a deux, they'll happily set up your own private table under the stars.....Kahanda Kanda is quite simply a luxurious treat and ideally placed for exploring both Galle itself and the surrounding beaches.

Adam Jacot de Boinod
Adam Jacot de Boinod Review published: 11/04/2018

Recommended for

  • Honeymoons

    • A beautiful honeymoon escape with romantic private villas, superb candlelit dining, and a rejuvenating spa

  • Yoga

    • The onsite yoga shala is ideal for private early morning yoga overlooking the jungle and fluttering birds

  • Weddings

    • A popular venue for exquisite weddings, planned by a fabulous team and held in magical surroundings

  • Cooking classes

    • Take fabulous cooking classes with the team, learning to make delicious Sri Lankan specialities

  • Other Activities

    • The hotel's sister property, KK Beach, acts as a beach club of sorts on enormous Habaraduwa Beach - great fun!

  • Sights nearby

    • Visit the historic town of Galle to stroll along Dutch-era ramparts, visit boutiques and tour galleries

  • Owner managed

    • Owner George Cooper is involved in the running of the hotel - and is an acclaimed interior designer

  • Wildlife Area

    • Head to the Uda Walawe and Yala national parks where elephants for elephants and leopards

  • Hotel boats for hire

    • Boat rides on Koggala Lake are a fascinating opportunity to delve into a rich ecosystem

  • Organic food

    • Some of the ingredients are grown on the 12-acre estate

  • Restrictions on children

    • Children must be over the age of 12

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Wedding license

  • Family Suites

  • Quiet

  • Gourmet

  • Barefoot Luxury

  • Private Pool

  • Opulent

  • Good wine list

  • Full of character

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Cinema

  • Learning

  • Snorkelling

  • Designer

  • Secluded setting

  • Retro/Vintage

  • Antiques

  • Surfing

  • Gym

  • Chic

  • Beach nearby

  • Cycling

  • Boutique

  • Artworks

  • Restaurant

  • Spa

  • Hills & mountains

  • Charming

  • Views

  • Romantic

  • Birdwatching

  • Intimate

  • Four poster beds

  • Luxury

  • Art Classes

  • Traditional

  • Wellbeing

  • Diving

  • On an island

Facilities

  • Rooms

    10 rooms in this hotel

  • Restrictions on children

    Children must be over the age of 12

  • Bicycles available

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Airport transfer

  • Communal Dining

  • Massage

  • Outdoor dining

  • Wedding license

  • Bar

  • Family Suites

  • Parking

  • Bath robes

  • Safe

  • Air conditioning

  • Laundry

  • Good wine list

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Cinema

  • Library

  • Private Pool

  • Sauna/Steam

  • Internet

  • Room service

  • Sitting Room

  • Gym

  • Garden

  • Swimming Pool

  • Restaurant

  • Spa

  • Views

  • Wifi

  • Four poster beds

  • Concierge

  • Private villas

  • Suites

Activities

  • Yoga

    • The onsite yoga shala is ideal for private early morning yoga overlooking the jungle and fluttering birds

  • Cooking classes

    • Take fabulous cooking classes with the team, learning to make delicious Sri Lankan specialities

  • Other Activities

    • The hotel's sister property, KK Beach, acts as a beach club of sorts on enormous Habaraduwa Beach - great fun!

  • Sights nearby

    • Visit the historic town of Galle to stroll along Dutch-era ramparts, visit boutiques and tour galleries

  • Wildlife Area

    • Head to the Uda Walawe and Yala national parks where elephants for elephants and leopards

  • Hotel boats for hire

    • Boat rides on Koggala Lake are a fascinating opportunity to delve into a rich ecosystem

  • Learning

  • Snorkelling

  • Surfing

  • Cycling

  • Birdwatching

  • Art Classes

  • Diving

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