Devon Rest
Devon Rest
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Well set in the centre of Kandy, Devon Rest provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, free private parking and room service. The property features a bar, as well as a restaurant serving international cuisine. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, a concierge service and currency exchange for guests. At the hotel, each room is equipped with a wardrobe. Devon Rest features certain rooms with lake views, and every room is equipped with a balcony. All units in the accommodation are equipped with a flat-screen TV and free toiletries. A buffet, à la carte or continental breakfast is available at the property. Popular points of interest near Devon Rest include Bogambara Stadium, Kandy City Center Shopping Mall and Kandy railway station. Victoria Reservoir Kandy Seaplane Base Airport is 22 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Free parking
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Lar
United Kingdom
“fantastic buffet breakfast at an extra charge. Great location and room - extremely comfortable bed, good standard of cleanliness” - Paul
Australia
“The room was exquisite. Large an comfortable. We just found the restaurant a little overwhelming. We were the only guests for most of the time and the moment we put down a utensil, it was whisked away by staff.” - Monika
Estonia
“Everything was very good, but some wow factor was missing.” - Charles
Austria
“Very comfortable room, with a great view over the lake towards the historic center - Temple of the Tooth and Royal Palace area - which was also an easy walk from the hotel. Hotel team was very friendly and service-oriented. The hotel reception...” - Katharina
Germany
“Super clean and nice room. The water takes a bit to get warm, but this is absolutely managable. I slept great and loved to have an actual blanket and not only sheets. Staff is super nice and breakfast was awesome. Can absolutely recommend!” - Rowan
United Kingdom
“Very comfortable room and friendly staff. Great location to walk into town and right by the lake, with a great view of the temple from the balcony” - Marius
Germany
“The hotel is centrally located on Lake Kandy and close to all attractions. The staff are very friendly and attentive. The breakfast is exceptional and the rooms are of a high standard.” - Bärbel
Germany
“Here is a picture of my stay at the Devon Rest Hotel. It is a very nice, clean hotel. The breakfast was exceptionally good. The staff were very attentive and friendly. I loved the location of the hotel with the beautiful view. I would happily...” - Janet
United Kingdom
“Great spacious v clean comfy room with lovely balcony overlooking the lake but very close to the main road which runs around the lake. It was very trafficky and it was hard to cross the road, as zebra crossings are ignored. Also difficult to...” - Sophie
India
“Great location, very clean and comfortable hotel and rooms. The staff were so kind and went out of their way to help us. On our last morning we had a very early train and they packed our breakfast to go.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants1 restaurant on site
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineInternational
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Modern • Romantic
Facilities of Devon RestGreat facilities! Review score, 8.8
Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Free parking
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Bar
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Bath or shower
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Wardrobe or closet
- Alarm clock
View
- View
Outdoors
- BBQ facilitiesAdditional charge
- Balcony
Kitchen
- Cleaning products
Activities
- Live sport events (broadcast)
- Live music/performanceAdditional charge
- Cooking classAdditional charge
- Tour or class about local cultureAdditional charge
- Happy hourAdditional charge
- Themed dinner nightsAdditional charge
- Bike toursAdditional charge
- Walking tours
Living Area
- Seating Area
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink
- Coffee house on site
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Kid mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Restaurant
InternetWiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
ParkingFree private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
Transport
- Public transport ticketsAdditional charge
Reception services
- Invoice provided
- Private check-in/check-out
- Concierge service
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- Express check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
Cleaning services
- Daily housekeeping
Business facilities
- Business centreAdditional charge
- Meeting/banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- Key access
- 24-hour security
General
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Allergy-free room
- Wake-up service
- Packed lunches
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wake up service/Alarm clock
- Room service
Accessibility
- Lower bathroom sink
- Higher level toilet
- Toilet with grab rails
- Wheelchair accessible
- Entire unit wheelchair accessible
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
Languages spoken
- English
House rulesDevon Rest takes special requests - add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.




The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Devon Rest in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.