Suisse Hotel, Colonial lodging at Kandy Lake, Sri Lanka
The Suisse Hotel stands across from Kandy Lake with 90 rooms featuring wooden furnishings, floral fabrics, and traditional colonial architectural elements throughout the property.
Originally built in the 17th century as the residence of the Chief Minister of the Royal Granary, the building became Hotel Suisse in 1924 under Swiss owner Jeanne Louisa Burdayron.
The hotel incorporates elements of Sri Lankan colonial design with its high ceilings, wood details, and traditional decorative patterns that reflect local architectural heritage.
Located 2.5 hours from Colombo International Airport, the hotel provides free parking, WiFi access, an outdoor pool, and a restaurant serving both Western and Asian cuisine.
During World War II, from 1944 to 1945, the property served as the headquarters for the South East Asia Command under Lord Louis Mountbatten.
Location: Kandy
Website: http://hotelsuisse.lk
GPS coordinates: 7.28840,80.64290
Latest update: March 4, 2025 08:20
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