Reviews of Lake Classical Guest House
NO.12 Sangaraja Mawatha,Kandy, Kandy, Sri Lanka

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Reviewed: 7 September 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewLocation, close to Kandy City
The staff showed a lack of professionalism, and the overall attitude was quite poor. Shockingly, the owner openly stated that he does not like accepting reservations from locals
Thank you review we are sorry for your low-minded bahavior when you come to our plece.we will continue to provide friendly hospitality to most guests i an sorry fo your low-mindedness we have not discriminated against you as a sri lankan thank you🙏
Thank you review we are sorry for your low-minded bahavior when you come to our plece.we will continue to provide friendly hospitality to most guests i an sorry fo your low-mindedness we have not discriminated against you as a sri lankan … Show more
Reviewed: 6 September 2025 · Stayed in September 2025
Verified reviewThe manager was a great guy and the location was really good.
The fan was quite small and the shower felt they someone was peeing on you.
Reviewed: 2 September 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThis place is a gem in Kandy. Such a lovely lakeside place with a value of money. The host Patty and others were very generous, we had a lovely evening talking and sharing our cultures, food and drinks.We will stay here again.
Reviewed: 2 September 2025 · Stayed in September 2025
Verified reviewLocation and the view. Staff very nice very helpful. Very clean
Impossible to sleep because of Traffic road and one of the staff watch movies at 6am in the hall very loudy. Lots of ants, some on the bed and it's disturbing. And no AC only fan. Hotel did not accept credit card payment.
Reviewed: 30 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 28 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewHost is very cooprative and careing .Locaion is superb. Homstay is situated near lake .Cleanliness is good.
I like lcation and Cleanliness .
Reviewed: 21 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewHelpful staff, clean rooms, location near lake and 8 mins walk to kcc
Reviewed: 21 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewStaff is really friendly and always available. Since one of the two days was my girlfriend birthday, they offered us the breakfast and, once we came back after dinner, they welcomed us with beers, music, some friends and a birthday cake! I would suuuper suggest this accommodation for your days in Kandy! By the way the location is wonderful!
Reviewed: 18 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 15 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewLocation
Reviewed: 15 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe property was great. Very comfy bed and a very kind host. We enjoyed sitting outside with the view of the lake. Definitely recommend!
Reviewed: 11 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe location is amazing, just a short distance from the city. The staff were very friendly, and the room was spotless and comfortable.
It was hard to find the address, as it’s located behind a temple. I would suggest adding this detail to the directions to help guests find the property.
Reviewed: 3 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThe room was large and clean and owners very friendly. They booked us tickets for perahera and have tours around and outside the city. We had a wonderful time and the view is fantastic. It's close to the city as well, just a 10 minute walk while still being very peaceful.
Reviewed: 2 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewLocation was wonderful. Friendly staff.Highly Recommended
Reviewed: 1 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThey don't provide breakfast, but the hotel location is close to Candy Lake, which is wonderful. The hotel is near the candy train station. I highly recommend it for travelers.
Reviewed: 31 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewAffordable room, Excellent location near the lake and city centre, super helpful managers (thank you again for additional services like laundry, private taxi reservation), simple rooms but clean and comfortable . You can book there without a doubt! Maybe a shelf in the bathroom would be convenient as a small improvement .
Reviewed: 27 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewWe had a warm welcome, the staff were fantastic and arranged a brilliant day trip for us. The location was perfect, on the lake front close to the centre but peaceful. Our room with the bathroom was spacious, clean, comfortable. It was incredible value for money. We loved our stay.
Reviewed: 22 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 21 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewPati and his team are so kind and helpful!! They give you advice for kandy and offers for tuk tuk tour but they never insist or put pressure on you!! They are really chill and nice
Reviewed: 17 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThe view of the lake was very nice and it was a short walk from the market and temple. Staff were friendly and it was a relaxing stay.
Reviewed: 14 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewStaff very helpful and location was great. Room was basic but good value for money.
Fan only in the room so was very hot and hard to cool down.
Reviewed: 6 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 30 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewstaffs were friendly and welcoming
rooms were very basic. Entry is hard to find out.
Reviewed: 16 June 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewLocation and view