Villa Forest View is a lovely family run establishment located in the peaceful and serene neighborhood of Uplands in Kandy. There are just 3 spacious rooms. At least two rooms (unsure about the third) have unrestricted views of the forest canopy, the surrounding hills and Kandy. The view and the sunsets are to die! Villa Forest View has an incredible open terrace on the top floor with scenery that goes on forever. The proprietors/owners are an adorable couple who will make you feel welcome and patiently answer all your questions. They also employ a lovely young woman who greeted me when I first arrived and who helps keep the place spotless. For a modest fee, they will provide car service if you want to go somewhere special. Or if you prefer a tuk tuk, it was easy to arrange. I don’t have PickMe but the owners do and they called a tuk tuk for me. My room was AMAZING. So beautiful, with AC, hot water and a TV which I did not need or use. Lots of lights and outlets, too. In the morning you can hear tons of birds melodiously chirping in the forest. You can buy breakfast for a reasonable price which I HIGHLY recommend as it was very filling and delicious and you get to enjoy it on the rooftop terrace. Other meals can also be arranged. If you are looking for a beautiful and relaxing place to break your journey, you will not regret a stay at Villa Forest View.

The view from the room and the top terrace was beautiful, private and tranquil. Anjana was super friendly and welcoming. He went out of his way to make me feel at home and was flexible with check in and checkout times. They helped me do some laundry and cooked up a delicious vegan breakfast. I'd without a doubt stay again next time I'm in Kandy.

The shower wasn't very hot and the water pressure was very weak.

The room was spotless—probably the cleanest one we had during our entire stay in Sri Lanka. It was on the top floor, and the view was stunning. From the bed, you could see a beautiful coconut tree (this view is specific to the room we stayed in). It’s located on a quiet, secondary street, so at night you only hear the peaceful sounds of nature. The owner is very friendly, polite, and communication was excellent throughout our stay. Breakfast is basic: two eggs, a sausage, and some fruit. However, the owner can also cook a delicious dinner—I highly recommend trying it! The room doesn't have a fridge, but there is a TV. The bathroom is stocked with soap, shampoo, and shower gel. If you want to explore the area, you can ask the owner—he can drive you wherever you want to go. We wanted to visit Sigiriya from there, so we booked him for the day, and he took us to all the places we wanted to see. It made the experience so much easier and more enjoyable. We really enjoyed our stay here and only wish we had stayed longer than two nights. Without a doubt, we’d return if we ever come back to Sri Lanka and Kandy. I truly recommend this place!

Nice views, very pleasant hosts. The hotel is on a small hill with an incredible view. Location is convenient, not too far from Kandy city but still far enough to be away from the noise of Kandy. Nothing too fancy about the rooms, but very good value for money. We didn't try the breakfast. Rooms had toiletries and air conditioning too.

Not a drawback, but be aware that the last stretch of the road is only wide enough for one car. Tuktuks get there with no problem

We loved our stay here! Anjana and his family went above and beyond to make us feel at home. The breakfast was one of the best I had during 3 weeks in Sri Lanka and they made something special each morning. We also had really tasty dinner, with great views on the rooftop. They also helped to arrange a Tuktuk into town (5-10 min drive), a great driver for a day trip to the tea fields, and suggested activities (thanks for the tip to visit the Ambuluwawa Tower again). Anjana even drove us to our next location for a fair prize. The rooms are clean and comfy, with the deluxe rooms offering great views over the forest. I would definitely recommend to stay here when in Kandy, being very close to the city center while staying in a more calm, nature environment.

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I think this just might be my favorite place I’ve stayed at in Sri Lanka. The forest setting and views are spectacular. You can watch monkeys, wild pigs, birds, etc right from your balcony or from the rooftop cafe where you’re served absolutely incredible food.. as in the reaaally good food. Better than you can get at any of the local restaurants. The AC worked great, the bed was comfortable and hot water in the shower. Quiet and clean. The family is also very nice and provide great service

The only thing I can think of is that it’s a bit farther from the city center, but frankly that’s why I picked this place.. because it backs into an amazing forest that you wouldn’t be able to experience otherwise. Also it’s very easy to call a Tuk Tuk to take you into the city

This is a lovely quiet spot, a bit out of and above the city (but we had no problem getting Tuk Tuks - using the PickMe app - to take us to and from the centre) with lovely views from the terrace. Very friendly staff and a very relaxed time - in VERY hot conditions.

Just be aware that there's not much in the immediate area and it's quite a walk to get back from Kandy on foot - but we chose the property specifically so we'd be a bit out of the bustle - and there were always Tuk Tuks for us so that worked well for us.

The accommodation is located just outside the centre of Kandy and offers spectacular views. If you are looking for a quiet and relaxing retreat, this is the place for you. The hosts are very friendly and heart-warming. The food at the accommodation is highly recommended. There is a small tower with a jungle view where you can enjoy the sunset. The host gives great tips about Kandy and if you are planning to travel to Sigiriya, be sure to ask the owner for tips, he will also help you to plan your trip there.

Great accommodation. The rooms were spacious, very clean, comfortable, with good amenities and AC. The location is in a quiet suburb 10mins from Kandy, perfect for relaxing from the chaos of the centre. The hosts are outgoing and friendly, and we enjoyed an amazing dinner and breakfast cooked by Indi. They also drove us to our next destination in Sigiriya, for a fair price. Overall, a great stay that I would thoroughly recommend.

Nothing.. just keep an eye out for the monkeys!

We were driving toward Nuwara Eliya when we decided to spend the night in Kandy. It was such a wonderful time there with Indi and Anjara. They are incredibly lovely hosts and so helpful. We wished we could have stayed longer at their place. Their home is clean and tidy. Just be aware that if you’re arriving by car, it’s not directly in the city center but still close by. It has an amazing view from the terrace, and we truly felt at home.