This place is an oasis paradise in the middle of the jungle. Flying Squirrel room was very large, comfortable, with the best bathroom and rainshower I've ever seen. The room is very comfortable and bed comes with mosquito nets although we didn't need them in September. The infinity pool to watch sunset falling through the palm trees is spectacular. Inhouse drinks are well made, with the fresh mango juice tasting so pure. Dinner ($17 for 2 courses, $20 for 3 courses) has both a vegetarian Sri Lankan curry & rice option and an alternative seafood option (Sri Lankan is better, although might feel expensive for curry & rice). Breakfast is a huge plate of fresh fruit, bread and scrolls with housemade pineapple jam and marmalade (both excellent), and a choice of hoppers or omelette or full English. There are a lot of staff and all are friendly. The manager looked after us throughout, and the owner also came out to meet us. The property is slowly becoming self-sufficient by growing, using and selling its own produce. Prices include service also.

Only staying 1 night. The place needs at least 2 nights to enjoy it fully.

I really enjoyed my stay in The Flame tree state hotel.. the hotel seems like an art gallery full of antiques and art works with lovely bohemian decorations and nice colors.. the terrace room was awesome with the open roof shower touches the nature around . The staff are so good and professional specially the hotel manger Mr. Angelo, and the assistant manager Mr. Thushara . The resturant guys also are so nice and did their job very well. I hope to come again to this hotel and recommend it for anyone who love arts and quiet unique place

Nothing

Our first trip to Sri Lanka and we discovered the best of the country in one place. Beautiful location, serene, peaceful, most comfortable rooms and beds, wonderful views from terraces, lovely food, and above all the very best of service from charming staff. Nothing was too much trouble, from organising our transfers, a lovely day out in Kandy and massages to the beautiful tray of morning tea brought to our room. A big thank you to everyone for looking after us and making our stay so special and memorable.

Our stay was too short!

We enjoyed everything about this stay! For us this place was great to explore sights nearby Kandy, as well as a region around Sigiriya. Afterwards it was pleasant to return to the hotel and have a rest away from noise and rush. There were everything we needed in the room. Dinners and breakfasts were delightful. There is plenty of wildlife around the hotel that you can meet. We found management of the hotel very professional and attentive. It is impossible to describe all about the villa and facilities of the hotel in short review. We can just advise to stay here if you are traveling in Sri Lanka.

A jewel of a hotel. A magnificent waluwaa which has been lovingly restored and decorated. The art collection is mesmerising especially for anyone with an interest in Sri Lankan art and history. David has done a superb job and we only wished we had stayed longer. The meals on the vernada were superb quality and portion sizes were just right. We enjoyed a walk around the estate grounds. Highly recommended and would lend itself to a longer stay as a well located base and so much nicer than being in Kandy or a large impersonal hotel.

Too short a stay !

Beautiful couldn't fault it. Was beautiful waking up to nature was so idyllic and peaceful for the soul. The food was delicious and staff were kind, attentive and friendly. Pick up sorted from the airport at Colombo which was about 3 hours away. Appreciate it. The pool was stunning with views of the jungle. Wear long trousers, the leaches are out in force. The natural pil shampoo and conditioner and body was was divine. Thanks for having us.

Nothing everything was beyond perfection. Wear long trousers if going for a walk there are lots of leaches.

One of the best hotels I’ve stayed at. I felt like a privileged house guest in this beautifully decorated colonial style hotel. It had an incredible 1930s vibe that would make the perfect setting for an Agatha Christie murder mystery! If Hercule Poirot had turned up in the library to partake in a tisane I wouldn’t have been surprised! The location was utterly breathtaking, the rooms were charming and super stylish and the jazz music playing in the background created the perfect ambience. The owner is a very entertaining character and should be incredibly proud of what he has achieved here. It’s a truly exceptional hotel and estate and I am not one to give praise lightly! I would return to Sri Lanka just to stay here again.

What’s not to like?! Perhaps a small mini fridge in the room or tea/coffee making facilities would have been nice, but certainly not a big deal.

AMAZING… everything was just perfect, it exceeded expectations. Such a beautiful colonial style building restored with great quality furniture, design and great attentions to details. I don t have enough place here to express how great we felt. We were the only guests (our group) which made the experience even better. And the pool.. super clean, with amazing view. Take a tour around the property on the trails, it is amazing. - very confortable and large rooms; - food was also amazing, great breakfast, also din er we tried local food, very good. - it is a secluded location, in the middle of nature, away from traffic and crowds, so enjoy it at its best Mr Angelo was very nice and explained everything And the library ❤️ All of us loved our stay here! By the way: the detailed photos from booking are extremely accurate.

An extraordinary place. Beautifully located in a dense forest, architecturally stunning, very classy decor, fabulous, attentive and genuinely friendly staff at all levels, and a friendly owner. And very good food (including a good range of vegetarian options). A special experience.

Nothing. We were fortunate to have visited in the low season and there weren’t many other guests around so I can wonder whether the experience would be different with a full house (as it is quite small) but that’s only a hypothetical. :-)

Lost for words, the elegance and charm this place exudes is beyond me. I booked a room and there were two other rooms scheduled to arrived but did not show up. Ended up having the entire place to myself, the service from the staff was amazing and personal. Photos do not do this place justice, I'd give it a 20/10 if I could. Atmosphere felt so romantic me and my then girlfriend (now Fiancee) got engaged there.

The drive into the property was rough and its not the easiest to find, but understand the seclusion and exclusivity as the owner lives there as well. No minus points though, just a note if you're looking for a convenient place close to Kandy, this wouldnt be the place for you.