Grand Colonial Viveka

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Scored 8.4
Rated very good

Staff

9.6

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Grand Colonial Viveka in Kurunegala offers family rooms with private bathrooms, bidets, and showers. Each room includes air-conditioning, a dining table, TV, electric kettle, and wardrobe. Essential Facilities: Guests enjoy a beautiful garden and free WiFi. The property provides free on-site private parking and is located 38 mi from Victoria Reservoir Kandy Seaplane Base. Local Attractions: Nearby attractions include Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens (27 mi), Sri Dalada Maligawa (28 mi), and Ceylon Tea Museum (30 mi). The guest house staff speak English and offer excellent service.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Lushaan
United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
“This is my 2nd time and great experience.great location and very clean .staff was great .food was great too”
Ruwanthi
Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
“I loved the colonial look of the hotel. It was calm and peaceful. Hotel is Infront of the lake. The food was amazing. You should try their dishes. Staff was very caring. Steward Suranga was very helpful during our stay.”
Kevin
United States United States
“A great place to stay for my last night in Sri Lanka. A colonial-style guesthouse with a beautiful setting on the lake with vintage furniture and other touches. The room was basic but clean and comfortable. Hot shower and good breakfast. The...”
Hailee
United States United States
“Such a beautiful place to stay by the lake which offered the most beautiful views. Really cool historical building and the staff was so kind! And made made amazing food! It was a great first night in Sri Lanka thanks to the staff! It was also very...”
Lushaan
United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
“Excellent location. Friendly staff. food was delicious. Loved the colonial environment”
Leon
Nepal Nepal
“Had a great stay at this lovely hotel. The room was perfect, the food was delicious and plentiful, and the staff made you feel so welcome. Located by a beautiful lake, can highly recommend.”
Fabian
Germany Germany
“Very decent typical Sri Lankan breakfast Friendly staff”
Ben
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The Staff were absolutely amazing first and foremost, anything that I needed was always given with incredible manners and friendliness. Location to the lake is exceptional.”
Fabienne
Switzerland Switzerland
“Stayed here one night on our way from negombo to sigiriya and it was just perfect. Staff is really helpful and extremely welcoming! They also serve breakfast and dinner which is priced reasonably. The rooms are a bit old and very basic but had AC...”
Karin
Germany Germany
“Very friendly staff and the house reminds you of past times. Nicely decorated. It is situated right st the lake which we surrounded, it takes about an hour by foot.”

Host Info

Company review score: 9.6Based on 69 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property info

If you seek a delightful dining experience and a cozy night's rest in Kurunegala, The Grand Colonial is your ultimate choice. Nestled in a commanding yet serene locale overlooking a vast lake and a majestic mountain range, this 4,000-square-foot heritage bungalow embodies the classic 'Walawwa' architectural concept from days of old. As such, it boasts a spacious veranda and a traditional courtyard, complemented by the enchanting panoramic vistas of the lake and the surrounding mountains. Whether you're on holiday or a business trip, The Grand Colonial Kurunegala offers many comforts, including a 24-hour concierge facility, a travel desk, and shuttle services. With numerous activities to indulge in and a beautiful waterfront, we offer a perfect family getaway and the ideal destination for a romantic stay with your loved ones.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of Grand Colonial Viveka

Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking

House rules

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From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
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Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

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