The Grand Mountain Hotel  

In the Central Hills of Matale, about 546 m above sea level. This family-friendly hotel sits in the foothills and is minutes from Aluvihare Rock Temple, with easy access to Kandy Lake, the Temple of the Tooth, Euphoria Spice and Herbal, Surathura Spice Garden and Hunasfalls Waterfall.

Modern, no-nonsense rooms across 80 guestrooms with minibars, flat-screen TVs, in-room safes and coffee/tea makers. Expect simple contemporary décor, daily housekeeping, showers with complimentary toiletries and mountain-facing views that bring the hills inside.

Stay active at the health club, outdoor pool and outdoor tennis court, or unwind at the spa, picnic and barbecue areas. There’s a bar/lounge and a coffee shop for snacks and drinks, plus buffet breakfasts served daily from 6:30–10:30 for a fee.

Complimentary wired and wireless internet, a 24-hour business center, express check-in, meeting rooms and conference space. Free valet parking and a 24-hour airport shuttle are available (shuttle for a surcharge).

On-site restaurant, coffee shop/café and a bar/lounge serve meals, snacks and drinks. Limited room service is offered, and buffet breakfasts are available each morning.