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Thilanka Hotel is a hotel destination wedding venue in Kandy, Sri Lanka, hosting 400 standing.

Thilanka Hotel

KandyCentral Province, Sri Lanka

Thilanka Hotel is a 92-room hotel in Kandy with mountain views, gardens and a swimming pool, set up for weddings of up to 400 standing guests.

Guests
400 standing
Rooms
92 rooms
Cost
LKR 6,750 to LKR 8,050a head
Ceremony
Outdoor ceremonies
Getting there
CMB

About the venue

Thilanka Hotel is a 92-room hotel in Kandy with mountain views, gardens and a swimming pool, set up for weddings of up to 400 standing guests.

Couples can hold an outdoor ceremony in the grounds and follow it with either an indoor or outdoor reception, with a ballroom, banquet hall and dedicated dance space available.

Wedding pricing runs from LKR 6,750 to LKR 8,050 per head and includes catering, drinks, furniture and rooms, with in-house catering and an on-site coordinator handling the details.

The nearest airport is Colombo (CMB), and on-site parking and a bar round out the practicalities for travelling guests.

  • Capacity for up to 400 standing guests across a ballroom, banquet hall and meeting/banquet space
  • Outdoor ceremony option plus both indoor and outdoor reception settings
  • 92 rooms on site, from Standard Double Rooms to Royal Rooms and suites sleeping up to 4
  • Packages from LKR 6,750 to LKR 8,050 per head, including catering, drinks, furniture and rooms

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Capacity, rooms and facilities

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Capacity

Standing reception
400 guests

Staying over

Rooms
92 rooms
Room types
7 listed

House rules

Pets
No
Children
Yes

Getting there

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Nearest airport
CMB
Parking
Yes
Phone
0814 475 200
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Reviews of Thilanka Hotel

“What a fun location. We were here for the Mrs Universe Pagent and loved the atmosphere. Buffet each morning and dinner was fantastic. Our room overlooked the pool and vast countryside being both open space and tranquility.”

Nikki FrancisRead the whole review on Google

4.2out of 5, from 2,639 Google reviews

Questions about the venue

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How much does a wedding at Thilanka Hotel cost?
Pricing is per head and ranges from LKR 6,750 to LKR 8,050. That rate includes catering, drinks, furniture and rooms. Full details are available at https://thilankahotel.com/wedding.
Can we marry outdoors?
Yes. Thilanka Hotel hosts outdoor ceremonies, and the gardens and mountain views form the backdrop. Receptions can be held either outdoors or indoors.
How many guests can the venue hold?
The venue accommodates up to 400 standing guests, using spaces including a ballroom, a banquet hall and a meeting/banquet space.
Where do our guests stay, and which airport should they fly into?
There are 92 rooms on site, including Deluxe Rooms, Royal Rooms, Deluxe Suites, Superior Suites, Standard Double Rooms, Deluxe Double or Twin Rooms and Suites, with the largest sleeping up to four. The nearest airport is CMB.
Are children and pets allowed?
Children are welcome at Thilanka Hotel. Pets are not allowed.

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Sources and booking notes

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Sources for individual venue facts

  • Standing reception: 400 guests

    “Spacious and beautifully illuminated indoor spaces hosting up to 400 guests with custom layouts.”
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  • Rooms: 92 rooms

    “Over the years it grew, into a small hotel by 1983 and gradually into the current 92-room facility.”
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  • Room types: 7 listed

    “Deluxe Room”
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  • Outdoor ceremony: Yes

    “Designed for magical open-air ceremonies, traditional Poruwa blessings, and starlit receptions under fairy lights.”
    Read the source for outdoor ceremony

  • In-house catering: Yes

    “World-class Sri Lankan traditional feasts alongside elaborate international buffets designed by master chefs.”
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  • Bar on site: Yes

    “Unwind at the Main Bar of Thilanka Hotel Kandy, a welcoming space offering a wide selection of premium spirits, signature cocktails, wines, beers, and refreshing beverages.”
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  • Price: LKR 6,750 to LKR 8,050 per head

    “Rs. 6,750 / Guest”
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  • Included: Catering, drinks, furniture and rooms

    “Every wedding collection includes these fundamental styling services and premium amenities completely free of charge to elevate your celebration.”
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  • Pets: No

    “Guests must provide government-issued ID at check-in; no pets allowed; special requests subject to availability.”
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  • Children: Yes

    “Designed with families in mind, our spacious Family Room provides generous living space, multiple sleeping arrangements and thoughtful amenities to keep every member of the family comfortable, happy and at home throughout their stay.”
    Read the source for children

  • Nearest airport: CMB

    “CMB”
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  • Parking: Yes

    “Visitors can take advantage of complimentary parking directly at the hotel.”
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  • Event spaces: Ballroom, banquet hall and banquet room

    “Meeting/banquet facilities”
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  • Reception indoors: Yes

    “A grand, light-filled ballroom featuring floor-to-ceiling glass windows that open up to panoramic views of Kandy's Knuckles mountain range.”
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  • Reception outdoors: Yes

    “Designed for magical open-air ceremonies, traditional Poruwa blessings, and starlit receptions under fairy lights.”
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  • Space for dancing: Yes

    “Available exclusively by prior reservation, the venue offers a vibrant setting for birthdays, corporate gatherings, private parties, and special celebrations, complete with a spacious dance floor, dynamic lighting, and premium beverage service.”
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  • Swimming pool: Yes

    “Suspended over the valley adjoining our stunning infinity pool, the Poolbar offers a chic open-air escape.”
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  • Gardens: Yes

    “An expansive, lush green garden lawn surrounded by mist-covered mountain peaks.”
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  • Mountain view: Yes

    “An expansive, lush green garden lawn surrounded by mist-covered mountain peaks.”
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  • Coordinator on the day: Yes

    “End-to-end guidance and co-ordination on music, photography, lighting, and timeline execution.”
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LKR 6,750 to LKR 8,050a head

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