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About this property
Comfortable Accommodation: Grand Colonial Viveka in Kurunegala offers family rooms with private bathrooms, bidets, and showers. Each room includes air-conditioning, a dining table, TV, electric kettle, and wardrobe. Essential Facilities: Guests enjoy a beautiful garden and free WiFi. The property provides free on-site private parking and a reception staffed with English-speaking personnel. Convenient Location: Located 61 km from Victoria Reservoir Kandy Seaplane Base, the guest house is near attractions such as Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens (44 km) and Sri Dalada Maligawa (45 km). Guest Favorites: Visitors appreciate the lakes, attentive staff, and the convenient location.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
- Free parking
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Ben
United Kingdom
“The Staff were absolutely amazing first and foremost, anything that I needed was always given with incredible manners and friendliness. Location to the lake is exceptional.” - Fabienne
Switzerland
“Stayed here one night on our way from negombo to sigiriya and it was just perfect. Staff is really helpful and extremely welcoming! They also serve breakfast and dinner which is priced reasonably. The rooms are a bit old and very basic but had AC...” - Karin
Germany
“Very friendly staff and the house reminds you of past times. Nicely decorated. It is situated right st the lake which we surrounded, it takes about an hour by foot.” - Martin
France
“I enjoyed the historic atmosphere of Viveka and the lakeside walks. It feels professionally managed. Service and food was all of high quality.” - Chamalee
Australia
“Grand Colonial Viveka has the best view of Kurunegala lake and it's located closer to Kurunegala city centre. Hospitality is high end, food is delicious and staff is very friendly. I felt like home with these beautiful people around. Thank you...” - Maheen
New Zealand
“Had a peaceful stay at this beautiful colonial property next to the lake. Food was really amazing, very friendly staff who were always happy to help out. Venue is a bit tired, but very good value for money. Highly recommend their mixed fried rice...” - Kristin
Germany
“Beautiful hotel at a lake. Great nice people who own this place!! Homely atmosphere and very good food! :) we even got a free room upgrade.” - Lakmini
Australia
“Everything was great. Highly recommended. Would definitely visit again.” - Chloe
Australia
“We got a few upgrade, the hotel manager was super friendly and looked after us. We had breakfast which was really good and the room was very comfortable.” - Duncan
India
“A great find in kurunagala. A lovely old style property full of history, charm and style. Great location on the lakeside - lovely for green, birds and exercise. The staff were so helpful and friendly, happy to accommodate any needs and making...”
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Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.