The Swiss Residence

4 stars
7.8
Good
based on 440 reviews
440 reviews
23, Bahirawakanda, Kandy --, Sri Lanka
23, Bahirawakanda, Kandy
+94 812 204 646
Fri 25/9
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Sat 26/9
2 guests, 1 room
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Overview

Featuring a mixture of Kandyan and Swiss architectures, this hotel is located in Kandy, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It features an outdoor pool, a shopping arcade, and a restaurant. Free WiFi access is available. The Swiss Residence is a 5-minute drive from Kandy Museum and the Sri Dalada Maligawa (Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic). Driving from Colombo International Airport takes 3 hours and 30 minutes. Featuring wooden furnishings, the air-conditioned rooms have cable TV, a minibar, and tea/coffee making facilities. Each room has a private bathroom with a hot shower. International dishes are served at Edelweiss Restaurant. Guests can also enjoy a drink at the open-air beer garden. Facilities include a disco and a billiard table. Safety deposit boxes and laundry facilities are also available.
7.8
Good
440 reviews

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Amenities at The Swiss Residence

  • Outdoor pool
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV

Reviews of The Swiss Residence

7.8
Good
440 verified ratings
Wonderful
129
Very good
73
Good
78
Okay
46
Fair
44
Mediocre
22
Poor
48

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests consistently praised the staff and service, highlighting their friendliness and helpfulness. However, several reviews noted issues with cleanliness, particularly with dirty sheets and unclean pool areas. Breakfast received mixed feedback, with many guests dissatisfied with the options and quality. The hotel's location was generally considered convenient, though some found it less than ideal. Overall, while service stood out as a positive, improvements are needed in cleanliness and breakfast quality.
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Service8.5 out of 10
Location6 out of 10
Cleanliness2.5 out of 10
Breakfast2.5 out of 10
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Location

23, Bahirawakanda, Kandy --

What's nearby

  • Bahiravokanda Vihara Buddha Statue173 m
  • Kandy Clock Tower0.7 km
  • Asgiriya Stadium1 km
  • Trinity College1 km
  • National Hospital - Kandy1.1 km
  • Bogambara Stadium1.1 km
  • Wales Park1.1 km
  • Maha Vishnu Temple1.2 km
  • Sri Dalada Maligawa1.2 km
  • Natha Devale1.2 km
  • Kandy Lake1.3 km
  • Temple Of The Tooth1.3 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 12:00

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FAQs when booking at The Swiss Residence

  • Where is The Swiss Residence located?

    The Swiss Residence is located at 23, Bahirawakanda, 0.7 km from the centre of Kandy. Bahiravokanda Vihara Buddha Statue is the closest landmark to The Swiss Residence.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Swiss Residence?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 12:00 at The Swiss Residence.

  • Does The Swiss Residence offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Swiss Residence offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is The Swiss Residence from the airport?

    The Swiss Residence is 47.7 km from Hatton Castlereigh Reservoir. The Swiss Residence is 74.1 km from Sigiriya.

  • Does The Swiss Residence have a pool?

    Yes, The Swiss Residence has a pool on-site.

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Distance to city centre

0.7 km

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