Santani Wellness Kandy

It was a pleasure to stay in this hotel. We were very warmly welcomed and all the people over there are really hospitable.

The completely area was very clean and the staff were so friendly. The stunning view from the rooms feels like a dream and you have an overwhelming wide view. I would recommend everyone to stay in the hotel at Santani wellness.

The drive to the hotel was a little adventure. The view was very nice and the roads were small. When you think there is nothing else to see or drive, then you found the little street to Santani wellness. The style of the hotel is very clean and in close touch with the nature.

The food is very very delicious at the hotel and you discuss your breakfast, lunch and dinner with the cook and the service personal directly.

The pool is very clean and the daybeds are really comfy. The view from the pool is stunning and has a breathtaking view of the beautiful environment.

Thank you for this great experience and the nice stay at your beautiful and peaceful place.

The most beautiful hotel we stayed at in Sri Lanka. Outstanding location, very remote and quiet. We had a beautiful view from our balcony over the adjacent hills, especially sunrise and sunset were spectacular. Yoga lessons are nice, one in the morning, one in the afternoon. Only “bad” aspect: massages are super expensive. They are good, no doubt, but even more expensive than European price levels. This should be adjusted.

A wonderful place immersed in greenery. For those seeking peace away from the chaos of hectic city life and the stress of work, this resort offers serene days where the sound of nature embraces you with infinite warmth. It deserves five stars, professionalism, hospitality, safety, and services are top-notch. The SPA is magical, and I'd like to recommend my therapist, Pathmini, who took care of me for five days, being both professional and kind. You'll miss it when you leave because such beautiful things, designed for people while respecting nature, are still rare in the world.

Santani Wellness Kandy is situated in a lovely area; we thoroughly enjoyed our drive to reach here. Later, we explored different places, but none offered the wild nature we experienced here.

No matter the weather, this place is pure magic. We witnessed both rain and sun, and the views were surreal! We highly recommend staying in a Mountain View chalet; it's worth the price!

Regarding the staff, they were incredibly attentive, helpful, and always wore a smile. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

The only downside was the Wagyu steak my husband had on New Year’s Eve gala dinner. Not only was it a ridiculously small piece, but it was also a completely wrong cut, with almost only fat and nothing else. However, mine was perfect, so I gave it to him. On a positive note, the breakfast was amazing; we had the best hoppers here in this hotel! The portion size was just perfect (sometimes breakfast portions in Sri Lanka are on the smaller side). What an amazing chef they have! These hoppers will stay in my mind forever as something unforgettable.

Additionally, I want to express gratitude to an amazing yoga teacher who, despite my pregnancy, allowed me to participate in lessons with everyone else. He demonstrated different positions suitable for pregnancy when the regular ones weren't. I enjoyed these lessons a lot. Highly recommended! 🙏

Thanks again for yet another great stay at Santani. This place is excellent to recharge and relax in the middle of nature. Very friendly staff and great food and spa treatments.

Our stay at Santani Resort was remarkable. The serene environment, coupled with the nicest and most thoughtful staff, made it an unforgettable experience. We would particularly like to thank Suresh and the chef for their exceptional service, which greatly enhanced our experience. Cant wait to go back.

Unreal experience. The photos here are just a teaser, you need to live it to get the actual vibes. From the team to service, from food to serenity, everything was GREAT! We only stayed 2 nights, could have done it min for a week. If you are or not into yoga, there is something for everyone from meditation & moving point of view. The Yoga Instructor Rahul is amazing with his humble approach. We tried the group classes and private manual stretching & aerial yoga sessions. Highly recommended. The Chef Liyanage caters all your needs, I had every day special request, and they were so patient with me. The set menu was “oh waow”. And the nature walk with Damitha should not be missed, his knowledge is endless, also ask him for some Sri Lanka tips. And finally Kanishka and Oshee took great care of us during all our meals and coffee requests. Highly recommended, will take your holiday experiences to the next level!

Everything about this place is amazing. The staff goes above and beyond to accommodate every request and they truly make the experience unique, the location and the design of the resort itself is perfectly curated to disconnect and enjoy the peace and quiet of nature. The food is truly a fine dining experience and everything is personalized. I can’t recommend this place enough! I’ll be definitely coming back.

This is one of the most beautiful properties I’ve had the pleasure of staying at. Nestled right in the mountains- the views are better than the website photos. We had the best food in Sri Lanka 3 times a day, staff were so attentive and polite, and the spa facilities are gorgeous. The main downside is every property afterwards struggled to live up to Santani.

Three friends and I stayed at Santani for an amazing weekend here. The drive from Colombo was a bit longer than we had expected, and with the feeling that we all wanted one more night, a 3-day weekend will be our next choice. The 4-course meals were absolutely delicious and beautifully presented. The chef took extreme care for my friends with allergies. The staff all over the resort was welcoming, friendly, and invited relaxation. I had two massages, and both were very well done. We enjoyed the yoga in the morning and the nature walk was unforgettable. This is a place for a romantic getaway, a place to recharge and reset from work/life stress, and a place to heal. Highly recommend.

Open spaces, uncluttered, lots of natural light and ventilation. The design of this gem accentuates its architectural features and natural surroundings. I absolutely LOVED this property. When it comes to food, by far, the best dining experience I've had on the island. Culinary satisfactory 100%. The chef masters the 5 flavor elements in each dish. A must visit! The spa is exceptional.

Heaven on earth.
Everything about this retreat is breathtakingly perfect. Location is stunning, activities are perfect (do the morning walk and hanging bridge hike), everyone who works there are so welcoming and also was lucky that all the other visitors were super friendly and down to earth! The food is outstanding! The chefs are honestly so accommodating and friendly, I’m vegan and gluten-free and they took extra care of making sure I was happy with my meals, and even made me GLUTENFREE vegan chocolate banana bread <333 Indunil is the head chef and is such a beautiful soul. The workshops they have on offer are incredible, I did a sound healing with Kesha and she is an Angel with real healing powers. The spa is to die for, with a panaromic view of the luscious jungle with monkeys swinging around everywhere! Thoroughly enjoyed the morning and evening yoga sessions (comes included) the instructor applies his help perfectly with little to know speaking so you don’t get disrupted from the yoga, he goes around and adjusts you so you’re doing the correct movements and holdings.
If I could give it 10000 stars I would. The only thing I’d be mindful of is getting there from CMB airport, it’s a bit of a trek (4hrs in the car) you can get a taxi from airport directly, and if you encourage the driver with extra cash then can arrange for them to pick you up on way back. Beautiful way to see small Sri Lankan towns though if you arrive during day time!

a dream stay! one of the most beautiful and unique places i stayed at. such a nice overall design, incredible delicious food (also for vegans) and the niiiiiiiiicest staff EVER! unbelievable kind, thoughtful and high quality. thank you santani!

High-end resort focused on wellness. Amenities and facilities are great, and you find here all you expect from an international grade hotel. Food and beverages were really a huge highlight and big step up from anything we have done in the country. There is a real focus on health, meditation, yoga, sound healing, etc. If you are coming for a calm luxury retreat, this is it!

This is the second time I've been and can honestly say, that it is the most lovely retreat. It may not be for everyone, but for anyone that is looking for an opportunity to be completely pampered, this is it. Staff is incredible, food is superb, and spa is to die for. Shout out to Deepa for an amazing week, and looking forward to the next vacation. If you are considering the cost - break down the value of full board, spa, laundry, and activities. The value is there. Thanks Santani!
Simple, comfortable, clean.

Our recent stay at Santani Hotel in Sri Lanka was simply exceptional. From the delectable cuisine and well-crafted programs to the cozy rooms and impeccable service, every aspect exceeded our expectations.

Special mention to Rahul, our yoga teacher, whose guidance added a serene touch, and Dhanya, our therapist, whose treatments were pure bliss. Dr. Nimesha's care was the cherry on top.

Santani Hotel redefines luxury and wellness. We're leaving with cherished memories and a desire to return soon.

Warmly,
VERA

One of best Hotels i have ever stayed in. The staff was incredibly attentive and knowledgeable. The food was delicious and catered to all tastes and dietary restrictions. The spa was amazing and serene. The steam bath/sauna combination as well as the subsequent massage were world class. The architecture of the hotel guarantees tranquility and privacy throughout. The rooms were always clean and offered an amazing mountain view. After five days at the hotel, I feel relaxed and reenergized :)
Santani is not the cheapest, but definitely the best option in Sri Lanka !

Dear Santani Team,

I would like to THANK YOU for my amazing stay with you. I appreciate every single employee’s effort to make my stay exceptional. You are super friendly, kind, carrying and hardworking nation.
It was my first time trying Wellness retreat and I just wish I did take care of myself earlier. Planning to come back for such well-being time at Santani yearly going forward. My stay did truly exceed expectations! Beautiful, stunning place with partially outdoor spa facilities, yummy food (even for diet packages!) and pool with the Mountain View. Some guests are staying in the hotel just between other stops in Sri Lanka, as it has everything to enjoy the resort time. Others are there for wellness packages.

I really liked the busy agenda during my wellness stay, with a flexibility of choice. I would not forget the moment when thunder and heavy rain has started during my spa treatment outdoor. I love the nature walks as an extra physical activities to daily yoga classes. As well as sound healing and Watsu therapy.

I spent 6 full days at Santani. Next time I will go for 7 or 8. Just to allow more days to rest after Ayurveda Treatments, which are not so pleasant and should be done around 4th day of your stay to allow body preparations in prior. I visited Santani from April 15th to 21st. The weather was great. Sunny, moderate hot days and fresh nights. Rain in the evenings only 3/6 days of my stay.

Cons:
- Strong bugs noise during the night.
(I am afraid of bugs, and sleeping in jungles was a bit scary, but I made it)
- Neighbor’s noise. For 2 days I was unlucky to have noisy couple staying in the near by villa. Due house ventilation you will hear the noise louder than outside. They didn’t respect my feelings when I kindly asked them to speak quietly and do not sing.
I would recommend hotel to put some kind of reminder sign in the room, so people are aware. Another 4 nights were just perfect.

Thank you Dr. Sachini for your work
and observations. Thank you for your personalized approach. I left the resort with a strong feeling to follow your advises and live healthier life! Hope I won’t loose it quickly in a completely different environment. So far, my routine is much healthier than before.

Thank you Yoga Master Saman. You have opened for me a world of meditation after trying this for a few days, as part of my package. I was not able to meditate before, but now I will try to include this to my daily routine. Yoga classes were very powerful too. With no rush, but intense.

Thank you Keysha. Your sound healing brings deers from the jungle and monkeys are begging for more. I am happy that I tried a new to me Watsu treatment. It was truly amazing!

Thank you to my Spa Terapist Sepalika. You made me feel so good every day. Very relaxed. Majority of the time I was falling asleep and it was a very happy time. My lower back pain is released too. I hope I didn’t miss any wild animal coming during our treatments outdoor 😌 I really like your approach, explaining every step before the treatment and your carrying attitude. You have great energy.

Thank you Chef and the Team for outstanding balanced food every day. (I expected to eat rice, curry and fruits daily), I was truly amazed by every day selection of 3 courses meal with a healthy dessert. I discovered I can eat yummy, healthy and balanced food at the same time :)

Thank you everyone else working in the restaurant for your care, good service and make me smile every day! You are amazing people, every single one of you.

Thank you housekeeping team to be around and helping with all the enquires with a big smile and save me from a huge spider 😅

Thank you Sandul for friendly nature walks and useful explanations. It was inter testing to see how pepper, coffee, guava, avocado grow.

Thank you my driver Ajit for driving me safe to the hotel and back and taking care on the way.

THANK YOU ALL
SEE YOU SOON AGAIN

Santani isn't one of the best places I've visited simply because it's truly the best place I've ever visited, the services, the smiling staff, and the warmth in that place is like nothing else I've experienced in my life. it's a life changing experience. I cannot describe the taste and the quality of food because nothing can define how natural, delicious, and tasty it is. I would like to thank all of those working there with that much passion, especially Vickum who made this trip so memorable. We are definitely coming back soon, so wait for us guys!

Absolutely amazing place! If you seek “human sustainability” with a place designed for silence, do not hesitate to go. A beauty of its heart with delicious food and surroundings.