Santani Wellness Kandy
7.358195, 80.741016Overview
Award-winning 5-star wellness resort on a 19 hectare former tea plantation in Sri Lanka's mountain range
Amenities
Santani Wellness Kandy offers two swimming pools: an outdoor infinity saltwater pool and an indoor heated saltwater pool, both with pool bars and mountain views. The 600 m² spa includes a thermal saltwater pool, sauna, steam room, and a hammam, with complimentary Hatha yoga sessions held daily. The property provides a spa lounge, relaxation area, and a full list of massage therapies including head, neck, and foot massages, as well as couples massage options.
Rooms
Each chalet at Santani Resort Spa has a glass wall offering unhindered views of the surrounding lush vegetation and the Hunnasgiriya Mountain range. Accommodation includes Mountain View Chalets and Garden View Chalets, both with private bathrooms and access to outdoor furniture on a sun terrace. Rooms come with key card access, safety deposit boxes, and daily housekeeping, while the design intentionally omits televisions to encourage digital detox.
Dining
Dining at Santani Wellness Resort & Spa has no printed menus; chefs propose a daily menu based on each guest's dietary preferencs and use organic vegetables grown on site. All room catgories are availble on a full-board basis, with meals including breakfast, lunh, and diner served in the restaurant. The dining experince also featurse special diet menus, fresh fruits, and a selection of wine and champagne, with the option for cooking classes or happy hour.
Wellnes & Spa
Santani is the first full-fledged destination spa in Sri Lanka, offering premier hydrotherapy options in a 600 m² facility that includes a steam room, sauna, and hot spring bath. Gests staying five nights or more can add wellness packages such as detox or weight loss, which include personalized doctor consultations and Ayurvedic treatments. Daily group Hatha yoga sessions are free, and guests have access to spa packages that integrate ancient Ayurveda with modern health science.
Location & Excurions
Set 1.5 hours from Kandy city, Santani sits on a 19 hectare former tea estate with views of the Knuckles Mountain Range, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The property offers excursions including river walks, tea estate walks, and tea factory visits, all guided by knowledgeable local experts. Nearby attractions include Kandy's Temple of the Tooth and Victoria Golf Club, with shuttle service available for airport drop-off and pick-up.
- Awards: Best New Hotels In the World & Best Wellness Retreats In the World
- Location: 19 hectare former tea estate, 1.5 hours from Kandy city, near Knuckles Mountain Range
- Rooms: Glass-wall chalets with mountain or garden views
- Dining: No printed menus; chefs customize based on dietary prefrences using on-site organic vegetables
- Wellnes: First full-fledged destination spa in Sri Lanka with 600 m² hydrotherapy facility
- Package: Full-board basis with daily Hatha yoga, spa access, and excursions available
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
Facilities
Main facilities
Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Luggage storage
Locker room
24-hour reception
24-hour security
Poolside snack bar
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Snack bar
Paid airport shuttle
Indoor swimming pool
Saltwater pool
Infinity pool
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Steam room
Sports & Fitness
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Golf course
- Yoga class
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- Restaurant
- Poolside snack bar
- Snack bar
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Spa & Leisure
- Infinity pool
- Saltwater pool
- Indoor swimming pool
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa & wellness centre
- Sauna
- Turkish bath
- Steam room
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Hot spring bath
- Pool with view
Room view
- Garden view
- Pool view
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Dressing area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
Media
- AM/FM alarm clock
Essential information about Santani Wellness Kandy
| 💵 Lowest room price | 352 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 14.1 km |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 26.2 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Polgolla Reservoir Sea Plane, KDZ |
Location
- City landmarks
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