The Golden Crown Hotel
By the Top3Hotels editorial team. Based on Booking.com guest scores and reviews, location data and reference prices. We did not stay at this hotel. Updated 2026-10-24.
The Golden Crown Hotel is worth booking if you want a full 5-star stay in Kandy with a rooftop infinity pool for a price only slightly above the city median. It is outside the centre, so plan on taxis to the temple and other sights.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Who it suits and who should skip it
Couples and families who want a resort-style base will get the most from it. This 5-star hotel scores 9.3 out of 10 from 1,212 reviews and lists a pool, a spa, a gym, a restaurant, a garden and family rooms.
It also suits travellers with dietary needs. The breakfast list is unusually broad, covering vegetarian, vegan, halal, kosher and gluten-free options among others.
Skip it if you want to stroll to the Temple of the Tooth in the evening, as it is more than 30 minutes away on foot. Budget travellers can stay well for a fraction of the price at our other two picks.
Location and getting around Kandy
The address is 322, Udagama Ampitiya. The location score is 9.1 out of 10.
The main sights are a ride away. The Temple of the Tooth is about 2.6 km, roughly 33 minutes on foot. The National Museum of Kandy is about 2.8 km, around 35 minutes, and the Royal Botanic Gardens, Peradeniya, are about 6.8 km, around 85 minutes. All are far for walking, so you will need public transport or a taxi. These are straight-line estimates. Free parking is listed if you are driving.
What guests say
Staff draw consistent praise for a warm welcome and attentive, professional service. The rooftop infinity pool is the other headline, with guests describing views of the mountains and jungle.
The restaurant gets a mixed note. Dishes are varied and tasty, but the dining hall can be noisy. On review score, the hotel shared 2nd place out of 13 eligible properties.
Price and how it compares with our other picks
We saw €121.37 per night for a 2-night stay on 10 to 12 November 2026, 2 adults, one room. The sample median was €111.17, so this was only about €10 above it. These are reference prices seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026, not live quotes. Check today's price for your dates.
The other two Kandy picks are much cheaper. Kings Grove, our Budget pick, scored 9.0 with 3 stars at €37.04. Elegant Hotel, Kandy, our Best Value pick, scored 9.4 with 4 stars at €47.72. You pay roughly €74 more a night than for the Best Value pick, mainly for the 5-star facilities and the rooftop pool.
Listed facilities include a gym, a spa, a pool, a restaurant, free parking, family rooms, free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, a garden and a terrace. Breakfast inclusion in your rate is not confirmed.
Why it made our top 3
We compared 13 eligible hotels in Kandy. Our Luxury slot goes to 5-star hotels first, and The Golden Crown Hotel has an official 5-star rating plus one of the top guest scores in the sample.
More than 1,200 reviews make that 9.3 a reliable number.
Before you book
Room size, noise, renovation condition and cancellation terms have not been assessed. Read recent reviews for the room category you want.
Check whether breakfast is included, when the pool and spa are open, and whether spa treatments cost extra. Ask the hotel about taxi costs to the temple and the botanic gardens.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Questions travellers ask
Does The Golden Crown Hotel have a rooftop pool?
Guests describe a rooftop infinity pool with views of the mountains and jungle. Check opening hours for your dates.
How far is The Golden Crown Hotel from the Temple of the Tooth?
About 2.6 km, roughly 33 minutes on foot as a straight-line estimate. A taxi or public transport is the practical option.
How much does The Golden Crown Hotel cost per night?
We saw €121.37 per night as a reference price for a 2-night stay in November 2026 for 2 adults. Check today's price for your dates.
Does The Golden Crown Hotel cater for special diets?
Breakfast options listed include vegetarian, vegan, halal, kosher and gluten-free. Confirm whether breakfast is included in your rate.