Hotel Margaret Villa  

Perched in Gelioya on the outskirts of Kandy, this guesthouse is a short drive from Embekke Temple and Embekka Devale and within easy reach of the Royal Botanical Garden. The property sits about 10 km from Kandy city center and is roughly 120 km from Bandaranaike International Airport.

A small, garden-set guesthouse with just six air-conditioned rooms that keep things personal and simple. Rooms include satellite TV (some with DVD players), private shower bathrooms with complimentary toiletries and hair dryers, safes and desks, plus daily housekeeping. Expect a relaxed vibe with outdoor picnic and barbecue spots, a library nook and a modest fitness corner.

Stay connected with complimentary Wi‑Fi and use concierge services to book local tours. On-site perks include a fitness center, garden views, picnic and barbecue areas, free self-parking and an airport shuttle available on request (surcharge). Enjoy easy, unfussy comforts and a quiet base for temple runs and garden visits.

Facilities cover a conference hall for meetings and events, plus luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry services and a 24-hour front desk. A roundtrip airport transfer can be arranged on request.

The on-site restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner (breakfast available for a fee), and limited-hours room service is offered. There’s also a bar on the property for post-sightseeing drinks.