Coffee Bungalow Kandy

The Good The standout feature of The Coffee Bungalow is undoubtedly its staff, particularly Adrian, who went above and beyond to ensure our stay was enjoyable. Everyone we encountered was attentive and genuinely warm, making us feel well cared for. The food was another highlight—delicious and thoughtfully prepared. A particularly nice touch was when they packed us a complimentary to-go lunch for our train journey out of Kandy, which was a pleasant and unexpected gesture. The Bad The lack of air conditioning was a notable downside, especially given Kandy’s humidity. While the property has a charming colonial feel, the absence of a solid door between the bedroom and bathroom was an odd design choice. Although the toilet and shower do have louvered doors, privacy is somewhat compromised. Another issue was the challenging entry system—we found ourselves locked out one night, which was frustrating and inconvenient. The Ugly Unfortunately, the biggest drawback was the ant problem. While some level of bugs is to be expected in a tropical setting, the sheer number of ants, particularly in the bathroom but also in the bedroom, was hard to ignore. It definitely impacted our overall comfort. Overall, The Coffee Bungalow has a lot of charm and some truly wonderful hospitality, but there are a few quirks and inconveniences that might not suit every traveler. If you’re prepared for a bit of rustic charm and can handle the lack of AC and privacy, the warm service and great food may make up for the downsides.

The city of Kandy overwhelmed us with noise, traffic, exhaust fumes and much more. This makes us appreciate the location of this hotel even more, with its wonderful view over the city and surrounding area. Breakfast is lovingly prepared and the team ensures a pleasant and enjoyable start to the day. Adrian and Hameed did a great job. The rooms are nicely furnished and the bed has a relatively soft mattress, which some backs will be grateful for. We were the only new guests to arrive that day. Unfortunately, when we arrived at the hotel, no one seemed to have been informed. The next day, we also met the manager, who unfortunately did not make the best impression on us. Even when we settled the bill, he was not aware that we had already paid half of the amount in advance. Nevertheless, the location, the team and the beautiful hotel deserve full marks. We also met the owner who is very nice.

I like Kandy! A charming and serene place. Lovely staff. A haven above the madness that is Kandy!

A hidden gem above the city of Kandy. Had the absolute pleasure of staying here for 3 nights. A beautiful colony style boutique hotel nestled amongst a previous coffee plantation on the hill above Kandy. A panoramic view of the city, made even more fabulous from the infinity pool. The detail in the house is beautiful, a true colonial feel. We had the pleasure of meeting the owner Thusitha who together with his team enhanced our stay. A special thanks to Adrian who looked after us personally. Thank you Coffee Bungalow for great memories.

We had a wonderful short stay at the Coffee Bungalow Kandy. Bedrooms were fabulous and the views gorgeous. The food was excellent and cooked to order. The manager made sure everything ran smoothly, and waiter Adrian was wonderful We’ll be back