The Tenthola
115, Circular Road, Mapanawathura, Kandy, 20000 Kandy, Sri Lanka
The Tenthola in Kandy provides accommodations with a garden and a shared lounge. There's a private entrance at the guest house for the convenience of those who stopover. There's a sun terrace and guests can access free Wifi and free private private parking. Every unit has a private bathroom, a bidet, and free toiletries, and certain units at the guest house have a safety deposit box. For visitors looking to embark on day trips to nearby landmarks, the guest house provides a selection of packed lunches. For guests with children, The Tenthola features an indoor play area and a children's playground. A bicycle rental service is available at the accommodation, while cycling and hiking can be enjoyed nearby. Kandy City Center Shopping Mall is 2 miles from The Tenthola, while Bogambara Stadium is 2.2 miles from the property. Victoria Reservoir Kandy Seaplane Base Airport is 16 miles away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
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Average rating out of 10
103 Reviews
Price Summary
66 $ / night** Approximate prices for a 1-night stay
Guest reviews for The Tenthola
"English: Beautiful green spaces with a great balcony view. Comfortable and clean 10/10. Excellent beds. Edwin and his staff gave us excellent breakfasts. Do not miss them!!! Spanish: Muchas gracias por la atención. Urdu: String hoppers aur Christmas cake ka bohat bohat shukriya."
"Hot water consistency can be improved."
"The open valley view is amazing and the evening with beer. The host was very friendly."
"Some driver may find difficulty to get into for the last 200 meters for cars."
"I appreciated how quiet it was and the gardens are beautiful. The food was also very good. Viper can help you hire a driver to bring you all the way from Colombo, their prices were VERY reasonable. You can eat very delicious Sri Lankan food there and breakfast is a surprise each morning w a special dish along side a continental breakfast choice. Very hospitable! Helped me find a massage and book my next leg of travel. Very accommodating and peaceful place to stay."
"A bit tricky for an outside tuk-tuk to find, but if you use their drivers, no problem!"
"A lovely guesthouse just outside of the center of busy Kandy, with cozy rooms and beautiful views of the lush, green surroundings. The owner is caring and ensures you have everything you need- he’s always eager to chat- you’ll meet him morning, afternoon and night! The location is a 30-minute walk or a quick tuk-tuk ride into town, offering a peaceful retreat while still being accessible to Kandy."
"This place offers plenty of attention from the owner, so if prefer privacy, it’s something to keep in mind."
"Everything such an exceptional property , the host the location the comfort , we will be back."
"Aucun."
"My three night stay was very enjoyable due to the wonderful views, comfortable room, and outstanding breakfast and staff. The host was engaging and offered many suggestions on what I may want to visit after asking me what I was interested in. The room was good sized and the hot water in the shower was great."
"I enjoyed everything though do note that the location is a bit of a long walk from town as it is up a hill though you can always arrange to have a tuk tuk take you for a very low price."
"Tenthola Inn is one of the best places I stayed at in Sri Lanka. The view from the large balcony where guests mingle and relax is just spectacular. The rooms opening up to the balcony all have a spectacular view and are very comfortable. I enjoyed breakfasts and dinners at Tenthola prepared by the owners wife, who is an outstanding cook. Viper aka Edwin, the owner is super helpful and a treasure trove of stories and information as it relates to Kandy and Sri Lanka. I can highly recommend Tenthola."
"Aucun."
"The owner is really helpfull and give tips and tricks and the place is beautifull . Rooms are clean and the breakfast is great (and more then enough)"
"Nothing"
"Lovely apartment with fantastic views towards the mountains. The owner (Viper) was extremely friendly and helpful. He gave great tips for local trips and helped arranging transport when required. Lovely breakfast too."
"Nothing really."
"A beautifu house on the hill with a view. Great comfort in the room and access to a beautiful and peaceful garden. Edwin was a wonderful host, treating us to a traditional Singhalese New Year's breakfast and taking his time to chat with us and tell us about Sri Lanka, which we appreciated a lot. We would definitely return and recommend it warmly!"
"Aucun."
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Guest reviews
"My wife and I stayed here for two nights. The location is great, right next to Yala National Park. The huts are hand-built, made of clay, living in them is a unique experience. The host is very kind and friendly, helps in any way he can, we are very grateful to him for that and are glad that we met! 😊 The host also prepared some delicious traditional food for us. He will also help with organizing a safari, and can take you around the area himself and tell you interesting stories!"
Lukas Yala Wild House
"Location super wild in the jungle. You have to love camping and this is the best solution for you!"
Benedetta Rivosen Camp Yala Safari
"This was a nicely designed hotel, with spacious rooms. Conveniently located for Yala safari pickups. There was even a peacock to greet us every morning outside our balcony!"
Kasturi Arana Yala
"I can’t put into words just how beautiful and spectacular this place is. Honestly WOW! My rooms that had over 15 foot ceilings, everything made of stone, fans and air conditioning, the nature surrounding us, the Pool and the hotel grounds, the warm and amazing staff! My stay was short and I regret not staying longer. Just AMAZING and also the owner was there to answer all my questions and last minute demands. Don’t forget to tip the staff because they go over and beyond for you."
Maria Tree Tops Yala
"natural surroundings, friendly staff and good service, well organized safari, tasty food."
Marga Forestville Yala
"What an unforgettable stay! The location of this camp is beautiful and perfectly located for the safari tour. You have direct access to the dune area during sun set hours. Just be aware that you will have to walk quite a bit through deep sand and there are a lot of nature sounds during the night."
"Lovely design of property, good homemade food and attentive staff. Moonlight safari was well worth it."
Jane Yakaduru - Yala
"Staff going beyond expectations. Nice spot at the outskirt of the park. Amazing food experience - you taste many local dishes and they explain them to you in a lovely setting with candles and a campfire."
Nathalie Leopard Safaris Yala
"Outstanding property, great in park location on the water, easy access to the park for the PM and AM safari's. Very well organised"