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Love To Explore Rating: Business Class
Nestled within the rolling hills of the Hanthana mountain range just outside Kandy, W15 Hanthana Estate is a boutique hotel that offers a peaceful escape into Sri Lanka’s scenic hill country. Occupying a beautifully restored colonial-era tea planter’s bungalow, the hotel combines the timeless elegance of its heritage with contemporary comforts.
With just 10 spacious suites, the property feels wonderfully intimate and exclusive. Each suite has been individually designed, blending period features with modern furnishings and offering views across the estate’s lush gardens, surrounding forests and mist-covered mountains.
The estate’s facilities are designed to complement its serene surroundings. Guests can relax by the infinity pool overlooking the hills, enjoy rejuvenating spa treatments, or make use of the tennis court and walking trails that wind through the grounds. Dining is another highlight, with menus showcasing both Sri Lankan and international flavours, served in elegant surroundings with spectacular views.
Although secluded, W15 Hanthana Estate is within easy reach of Kandy’s cultural attractions, including the revered Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, botanical gardens and tea plantations. Ideal for couples and nature lovers alike, it offers a luxurious base from which to discover one of Sri Lanka’s most captivating regions.
At Love To Explore we would recommend the resort for these unique selling points:
- Historic building
- Stunning, tranquil location
- Excellent service
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