Earl’s Regency Hotel

Each Deluxe room extend out to a balcony with a stunning views of the mountains all around. Spacious and stylish, all the Deluxe rooms at the Earl’s Regency are uniquely designed to portray the city of Kandy – from the wooden floors to the furniture – each piece displays the local influence which was created to give guests the most unique holiday experience among Sri Lanka’s luxury resorts.

Basic amenities such as tea and coffee percolators, hairdryers, telephones, and safes can be found in all rooms. Further facilities including interconnecting rooms, additional cots or beds, 24-hour room service and dry cleaning can be arranged. Suitable for up to three people.

The Luxury rooms are perfect for those in search of a honeymoon getaway, brimming with elegance and charm, the Luxury rooms have everything you need for a beautifully relaxed stay. Pamper yourself in the in-room private Jacuzzi, a perfect ending to a perfect day. Basic amenities such as tea and coffee percolators, hairdryers, telephones, and safes can be found in all rooms. Further facilities including additional cots or beds, 24-hour room service and dry cleaning can be arranged. Suitable for up to three people.

With private rooms, a private balcony and a private jacuzzi, the family rooms at the Earl Regency have everything on hand to provide families with the perfect holiday. The rooms can become a little sanctuary, or they can be the perfect place to come back to after dining out. With a children’s pool and playground, every member of the family has something for them, all within the beautiful setting of the Sri Lankan mountains. Further facilities including additional cots or beds, 24-hour room service and dry cleaning can be arranged.

Each Junior suite boasts generous space and stunning decor fit for Kandyan royal. These beautiful rooms are suitable for couples wishing to indulge on their honeymoon, with incredible views of the mountains and a private jacuzzi, there is no better place to celebrate. Further facilities including additional beds, 24-hour room service and dry cleaning can be arranged.

Step out onto the private terrace to marvel at the flowing river below and magnificent mountains towering above, all from the grandeur of the Luxury Suite. Feast on five star food in the dining area or relax after a day out in the living room, or dip into the private jacuzzi and relax with the power of the water jets. Whatever you desire, the Luxury Suite has everything at your fingertips.

To those most regal, the Earl’s Regency present the Mountbatten Suite. Named after the Earl of Mountbatten, whose headquarters were in Kandy, back when Sri Lanka was known as Ceylon, this is the most luxurious of all the rooms at the Earl’s Regency Hotel. With an enormous balcony, living room and dining room, the suite provides all you need to relax and rejuvenate. The splendour of the decor, paired with the breathtaking surroundings will make it difficult to say goodbye.

Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, and with a wide ranging menu, The Royal Pavilion Restaurant caters to everyone. Run by Chef Balbier Singh and his Assistant Chef Wijey Singh who both hail from Bangalore, India with over 15 years of experience in leading kitchens around the world, each dish is thoughtfully and creatively prepared. Of the multiple restaurants and bars at Earl’s Regency, the Royal Pavilion Restaurant is where the staff are able to truly showcase their outstanding levels of service. With tables overlooking the mountains above and greenery below, the vibrant cuisine matches the bountiful natural life outside. Please keep in mind, on the Buddhist Poya holiday, every month on the day of the full moon, the sale of liquor is prohibited.

If you fancy a less formal bite to eat, or you’re searching for a heavenly margarita, the Mountbatten Bar and Lounge is all you need. Designed as the hotel’s place to relax and let your hair down, guests can unwind at any time of day or night. So whether its cocktail hour or a cheeky midnight snack, you’ll feel right at home in the informal atmosphere. For sports fans, the lounge provides all you need to catch the game, including large televisions, pitchers of beer and a full menu of game snacks and meals.

The Dip’n’Dive Bar has everything you need to keep you cool when you’re dipping in the pool. Whether you’ll be enjoying cocktails on the lounger or quenching your thirst between laps, it’s the perfect holiday luxury.

With the Earl’s Regency Hotel being so close to the Kandy, there are numerous varied things to do during your stay. One of the more memorable might be to visit the sacred Sri Dalada Maligawa, grab a glimpse of the relic of the tooth of Lord Buddha. Housed in the royal palace complex of the former Kingdom of Kandy, the whole experience of walking through the World Heritage Site is not one to be missed. If you visit in July and August, you can even witness the Esala Perahera, an annual procession in which the relic is carried through the streets accompanied by dancers and drummers.

About 5km west of the city of Kandy are the royal Peradeniya Botanical Gardens. Renowned for its collection of orchids, among 4000 other species of plant, these gardens are a sight to behold. Dating back as far as 1371 and covering 147 acres, there is plenty of flora and fable to get stuck into. Once reserved only for Kandyan royalty, this spectacle is now open to the public, so swan down the avenue of royal palm trees and enjoy a picnic under the giant Javan fig tree on the great lawn.

Ambuluwawa is a biodiversity complex and Sri Lanka’s first multi-religious sanctuary situated in the central highlands of the country. At the core of the complex is the belief in unity and connection, and climbing the astonishing Awbuluwawa Trigonometrical Station visitors can see the Buddhist temple, Hindu Kovil, Muslim mosque and Christian Church below. The area is also extremely diverse, with evergreen forests, blossoming flower plants, medicinal species and many endemic animal species. It truly is a sight to behold, as each of the places of worship, as well as the plants and animals thriving around them, have been built with each other in mind. Visitors can take it all in, as well as the panoramic views, from the incredible towering Trigonometrical Station.

The Ceylon Tea Museum is full to the brim with information about the rich history and workings of Sri Lanka’s tea industry. With tea being such a central part of Sri Lanka’s history, a visit to this museum is a must. A tour of the museum is fit with the machinery used during the industry’s booming years in the 19th century, tea sorting and drying demonstrations, and a cafe on the top floor with beautiful views of the city of Kandy.

Relax and unwind after a days exploring in the hotel’s very own spa, where guests can indulge in a range of soothing treatments.

The Earl Regency Hotel spend a great deal of time exploring how they can be more sustainable, as well as explaining how they have already a high level of success with environmental, commercial and community sustainability. As a brand they are acutely aware of the connection between long-term environmental wellbeing and commercial success. This is why they support many community initiatives, hire from the local community and employ a Sustainability Team on site at the property. They are committed to eliminating pollution, and abide by the UNWTO Global Code of Ethics for Tourism.