Oak Ray Heritage Hotel, Kandy - Reviews, Room Options & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

67/69 Rajasinghe Mawatha, Kandy, Sri Lanka

Oak Ray Heritage Hotel, a 4-star property surrounded by the Hunnasgiriya and Knuckles Mountain Range, features 24-hour security, daily housekeeping, a business center, and currency exchange services.

Scenic Room Views

Oak Ray Heritage Hotel provides 21 air-conditioned rooms with private balconies overlooking waterways, lotus ponds, and coconut palms. Each room features complimentary WiFi, flat-screen TVs with cable channels, private bathrooms with free toiletries, and some units offer lake views.

Mountain View Dining

The stylish restaurant serves Chinese, Indian, and Asian cuisine with Al Fresco dining options overlooking the mountains and Kandy Lake.

Guest Services

The multilingual staff at Oak Ray Heritage speaks Arabic, German, English, and Hindi. The property offers an airport pick-up service, daily manager's reception, and a coffee shop/cafe.

Cultural Landmarks Nearby

Located 0.8 miles from Kandy, the hotel provides access to Lord Kataragama Temple, World Buddhist Museum, and Kandy Lake - all within 0.1 miles. The Bandaranaike International serves as the nearest airport.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe Triple Room

Max:

3 persons

18 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Lake view

Shower

Fireplace

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Standard Double Room

Max:

2 persons

18 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Lake view

Shower

Fireplace

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Deluxe Double Room

Max:

2 persons

18 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Lake view

Shower

Fireplace

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Getting around

A guide to all available transportation options

City Centre

Kandy600 m

Airports

Victoria Reservoir SPB (KDW) 2.2 km

Polgolla Reservoir Sea Plane (KDZ) 8.2 km

Train

Kandy railway station800 m

Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking

Paid parking

Luggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

General

Non-smoking rooms
Paid parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Locker room
Currency exchange
Fireplace
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Dryer

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Poolside snack bar
Packed lunches

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Board games
Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Rooftop pool
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Live entertainment
BBQ facilities

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Dryer

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

67/69 Rajasinghe Mawatha, Kandy, Sri Lanka

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67/69 Rajasinghe Mawatha, Kandy, Sri Lanka

City landmarks

Museum

Sri Dalada Museum

610 m

Wariyapola Sri Sumanga Mawatha

Asgiri Maha Viharaya

1.3 km

Lovers Walk

Udawattakelle Sanctuary

2.0 km

Museum

Ceylon Tea Museum

2.4 km

Church

The Church of St Paul

620 m

Event hall

Magul Maduwa-

620 m

Church

montefano

760 m

Kandy Clock Tower

55.9 km

Monument

Bahiravokanda Vihara Buddha Statue

56.1 km

Stadium

Sri Lanka Cricket Office

56.1 km

Market

Kandy Municipal Central Market

55.9 km

Nearby

Pagoda

Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic

210 m

Museum

National Museum of Kandy

210 m

Event hall

Kandy Lake

210 m

Rajapihilla Mawatha

Kandy View Point

210 m

Cemetery

Kandy Garrison Cemetery

210 m

Sri Dalada Veediya Sri Dalada Maligawa

Royal Palace of Kandy

210 m

Stadium

Bogambara Stadium

210 m

Park

Royal Palace Park

210 m

Sri Dalada Maligawa

Temple of the Tooth Museum

550 m

Bogambara

Bogambara Prison

400 m

Pagoda

Lord Kataragama Temple

210 m

Museum

World Buddhist Museum

210 m

Museum

Museum of Rajaa Elephant

210 m

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Galmaduwa temple kandy

500 m

Degaldoruwa

Degaldoruwa Temple

500 m

68th Milestone On the A1 Colombo- Kandy Trunk Road

Highway Museum Complex

500 m

Kalapura Road

Kandy Brasswear Village

500 m

Deva Veediya

Sri Maha Paththini Davalaya

550 m

Rajapihilla Mawatha

Arthur's Seat

140 m

Restaurants

Senani BY Oak ray Restaurant & Bar

130 m

No 30 Rajapihilla Mawatha

The Empire Cafe

1.2 km

21 Temple St

World Spice

530 m

No 5 Dalada Veediya Kandy City Centre

Sharon Inn

870 m

59 Saranankara Rd S Kandy Lake

Queen's Hotel

840 m

4 Dalada Veediya

Green View Restaurant

980 m

51 Ampitiya Road Devon Hotel

Bommu Bar Lounge

960 m

No 31 Saranankara Road

Devon Food Court

920 m

11 Sri Dalada Veediya

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

62%

enjoyed the hotel and would happily stay again

6.2/10

Nice

Rooms

9.2

Location

9.0

Service

9.8

Dining

6.8

Margaret

United States, February 2025

6.8/10

I had an excellent stay at Oak Ray Heritage Hotel with stunning views and clean, spacious rooms. The staff was friendly and attentive, making my experience even better. However, I wish there were more dining options and the breakfast hours were a bit limited. Overall, it's a great choice if you want a mix of comfort and convenience in Kandy.

Rooms

10.0

My room was spacious, clean, and comfortable, with an amazing view over Kandy lake. I felt it was worth the money I paid.

Service

10.0

The staff, especially Mr. Umanga, were professional and fulfilled all my needs. Their courteous service was a big highlight of my stay.

Location

9.0

The hotel is nicely located on a hill, close to the city center yet away from noise. I enjoyed beautiful panoramic views of the lake and city.

Dining

8.0

The food was delicious, but I felt there could have been more variety. Breakfast was served only from 7 to 9 am, which was a bit restrictive.

Facilities

9.0

Facilities offered, like room service and tours, were good. I appreciated the support from the housekeeping and other services.

Todd

United States, February 2025

6.8/10

My stay at the Oak Ray Heritage Hotel was good. The spacious room had a stunning view of Kandy Lake and the Temple, making every moment worthwhile. The staff was genuinely friendly, although the dining experience could use some improvement.

Rooms

9.0

The room was spacious, clean, and offered an excellent view of the lake and temple. It was comfortable and well-appointed, although it lacked a hand towel in the bathroom.

Service

10.0

The service was excellent. The front desk staff, including Manager Umayanga and Umesha, provided excellent assistance throughout my stay.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location is superb. It's close to the city center yet away from all the noise and traffic, making it easy to explore Kandy.

Dining

7.0

Although breakfast was included, I found the quality and quantity lacking. The food at their sister restaurant, Senani, was more appealing, but still needed better seasoning.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel boasts brand new facilities which were well-maintained. Several services were available, including room service and laundry.

Robert

United States, February 2025

5.8/10

I had a great experience at Oak Ray Heritage Hotel. The hotel was well-maintained with excellent service, although the dining options could use improvement in flavor and variety. The location near Kandy's city center provided stunning views, making my stay enjoyable. Overall, I left with fond memories and a desire to return.

Rooms

10.0

My room was spacious, clean, and had a amazing view over Kandy Lake. The big balcony added to the comfort, making it a great retreat.

Service

9.0

The staff were kind and went out of their way to assist me, especially at the reception. I truly appreciated their attentiveness.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location was perfect; it was close enough to the city center for easy access, yet far enough to enjoy peace and quiet. Plus, the panoramic views were really good.

Dining

6.0

While breakfast had some nice options served in an open-air setting with fantastic views, I found the overall food quality lacked flavor, which was disappointing.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offered various facilities like room service and housekeeping, and everything seemed brand new, which really enhanced my stay.

Travis

United States, December 2024

5.2/10

My stay at Oak Ray Heritage Hotel was quite enjoyable overall, though it came with a few drawbacks. The location was fantastic with stunning views of Kandy Lake, which truly set the atmosphere. However, the hotel's decor felt a bit tired and in need of some renovations. While the room was clean and spacious, I found the breakfast options limited in variety, which was a minor disappointment.

Rooms

7.0

The room was spacious, clean, and well-decorated, but it did show signs of age and could benefit from updates.

Service

10.0

The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, making my stay more comfortable and pleasant.

Location

8.0

Situated close to the city center and Kandy lake, the hotel provided easy access to local attractions while still being quiet and peaceful.

Dining

6.0

Breakfast was included, but I found the quality and variety lacking, though the local meals were delicious when ordered.

Facilities

6.0

The outdoor swimming pool offered lovely views but was quite small and seemed overlooked in terms of maintenance.

Bradley

United States, November 2024

6.6/10

I had a good experience at Oak Ray Heritage Hotel during my stay. The views of the lake and the Temple of the Tooth were absolutely stunning, and the staff was incredibly welcoming and helpful. However, I did find a minor issue with the breakfast options, which could use a bit more variety.

Rooms

10.0

My room was spacious, clean, and well-equipped. I loved the awesome veranda with amazing views.

Service

10.0

The staff made me feel right at home; shoutout to Umayanga and Umesha for their excellent service.

Location

9.0

It’s perfectly located, just a short 10-minute walk to the Temple of the Tooth, yet peaceful away from the hustle.

Dining

7.0

The breakfast was nice, but I wished there were more options available. However, I enjoyed the outdoor seating.