reviews are always subjective, hence this is just my view. As someone who likes to have a cup of tea in odd hours :), I wish there was kettle available to get hot water, at least in the common area. The owner was helpful in bringing hot water when asked for but at times, I get up quite early, and would like to have a cup of tea. Did not want to call the owner that early get hot water. So, availability of a kettle would solve this issue. Also, the water pressure, was low to my liking.

Stayed only for two nights, arrived some what late in the evening, The room was very clean, A/C was good, the breakfast was good as well. The owner was very helpful, and friendly. He arranged a vehicle for us to get to the wedding in the morning free of charge. There are a few eating places nearby though we did not have to use them.

Stayed in May 2024

Great place with a super kind host. Highly recommended when you are staying in Kandy area.

Stayed in March 2024

I had a very warm and lovely stay.

Stayed in March 2024

The location was a little bit out the center, but easy to get a tuk or a bus.

Friendly staff, brilliant breakfast.

Stayed in March 2024

Nothing

We decided to stop in at the Golden Residence to break up our trip to Kandy. The owner was great and very accomodating. Our rooms were very large and spotless and the tour of the hotel gardens was fun. We had to leave early and the had a huge and tasty breakfast spread ready to go for us. Best value and cleanest rooms we have had to date in Sri Lanka!!

Stayed in March 2024

Everything was perfect

The bedroom was so beautiful, the comfiest bed, and the out door space was perfect for yoga in the morning. The owner has a garden full of fruits and herbs, he gave us a greta tour of the property. The breakfast was one of the best we have had in Sri Lanka. The owner also has a great shop, I bought a pair of super comfortable trousers, it was an unforgettable stay.

Stayed in February 2024

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Friendly staff It is a very large room and clean area Value for price Pharmacy and supermarket in walking distance

Stayed in February 2024

Everything was perfect!

The house is very clean, very big room with a huge and comfortable bed, big bathroom and all you need (soap, toilet paper, towel, purified water). The location is perfect to go to the elephants orphanage, easy reaching them with the local bus/tuk tuk. The gardens is very beautiful, with lots of plants. The owner offered tea and bananas as a welcoming treat and a garden tour (giving me some fruits too), all for free. The owner is a very respectful, honest and gentile person. The best place I've been in Sri Lanka to be honest. The price is too low for all the benefits the owner is offering. Great accomodation, quiet, cheap and very comfortable. A plus is the hot water and the possibility to have breakfast there (the best garden flower omlette).

Stayed in February 2024

beautiful garden and the owner wears the heart on the right place. First thing after arriving was trying a lot of fruits from the garden. Owner gives good Information and helps whenever he can. limited wlan. Nice rooms and beds. Thanks for the stay.

Stayed in February 2024

Limited wifi. No breakfast available here

Well furnished rooms with near bathrooms. staff was very courteous about the early check in . Affordable price with secured parking facility. We enjoyed thoroughly with our family

Stayed in January 2024

The best hotel I’ve ever been privileged enough to stay at. Gorgeous building, and it only gets more breathtaking when you walk in. High quality rooms, and high quality service. They went over and beyond to help make our stay enjoyable. Thank you so much.

Stayed in September 2023

I'm not usually writing long reviews. But I have to write one for this. We recently had the pleasure of staying at The Golden Residence during our visit to Kegalle, and I must say, it was a delightful experience. From the moment we arrived, we were impressed by the warm and friendly atmosphere that greeted us. The facilities at The Golden Residence were quite satisfactory, providing a comfortable and pleasant environment for the stay. The rooms were clean, well-maintained, and had all the necessary amenities to ensure a cozy stay. It was evident that the management takes pride in maintaining their property to a good standard. What truly set this stay apart, however, was the exceptional hospitality extended by the host. From the very beginning, they went out of their way to make sure that every aspect of my stay was enjoyable. Their attentive nature and willingness to cater to even the tiniest of needs made me feel truly valued as a guest. It was heartwarming to witness their dedication and willingness to go above and beyond to fulfill any request we had. I must emphasize that the level of friendliness and helpfulness displayed by the host is something I have rarely encountered in my travels. Their genuine care for their guests is commendable and truly sets The Golden Residence apart from other accommodations. It's not just a place to stay; it's a place where you feel like you're being welcomed into a warm and caring environment. If you're planning a visit to Kegalle, I highly recommend The Golden Residence as your homestay of choice. Not only will you find the facilities to be comfortable and satisfactory, but you'll also experience a level of hospitality that is second to none. Our stay here was memorable, thanks to the incredible host.

Stayed in August 2023

Breakfast was delicious and Dinner also was nice. Location was very closed to main city. It was easy to find the location. Very kid staff and property owner was kind person.

Stayed in July 2023

Toilet facilities are good,but should improve a little mor

Not provided by the hotel.

Stayed in July 2023

I liked the facilities at affordable rate

Warm environment and good customer care

Stayed in July 2023

There was no proper wifi, but the host set it up for us. Yet, the connection was okayish.

Nice accommodation, with a kind German-speaking host. He showed us the plants of his garden and also gave us a bag of fresh star fruits from the garden as snacks when we left.

Stayed in May 2023

April is pretty warm and humid if you are from a cool climate. It is not the host’s fault, but try to avoid the muggy period unless you are acclimatised. Chandara also speaks quite a bit of German in addition to English. Gut zu wissen! The house is at Km marker 12.1 on the A19 road, about 3 km from the centre of Kegalle. Tell that to the tuk tuk driver.

We loved our stay with Chandara. He is an excellent host and the house is amazing. It is everything you might expect from a South Asian house, with lots of comfortable, classic and classy wooden furniture throughout. Our bed was a magnificent 4 poster complete with anti mosquito net. The breakfast was different but good, involving lots of new flavours to us. Best of all Chandara organised and accompanied us on an excursion to the Elephant Orphange and another place nearby where my son was able to ride an elephant in a humane fashion and then onto a tea factory where an immaculately attired, beautiful hostess, talked us through the tea making process. All in all, a fabulous day to remember.

Stayed in April 2023

Friendly behavior

Supuer service

Stayed in February 2023

Amazing stay, kind owner, great food, great house. Enjoyed my stay, thank you:)

Stayed in February 2023

Probably the best stay we have ever had after two years of travelling. The host, Mr Chandrasena was really gracious and kind, even treating us to his own birthday party with a small gathering of friends held on the day of our stay. We had lot of fun. The room was spacious, nice and very clean, with really clean and fresh bedding and sheets. The bathroom was spacious and clean. The value for money was absolutely fantastic as well, this is THE place to stay in Kegalle, or if you are on your way to Pinnawala or Greenacres.

Stayed in February 2023

Great location and wonderful home stay. The residence is large and comfortable. The owner is very nice and informed about the area. I souls highly recommend.

Stayed in January 2023

Everything was great!

Stayed in January 2023

Room and the bathroom is nice, clean and spacious. Not far from Kegalle, can even access from the main road by foot. Good and friendly customer service.They even provided a lift to the Kegalle bustand.

Stayed in July 2022

the host was very friendly! Gave us tea when we arrived and had a nice conversation. We needed laundry done so he let us use his washer and helped us clean our clothes. Great Place!

Stayed in April 2022