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Simpson's Forest Hotel

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour business center

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Outdoor pool
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Gym
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Simpson's Forest Hotel offers a peaceful retreat with a garden terrace, on-site bar, and restaurant. Enjoy in-room WiFi to stay connected, and rely on the attentive concierge team to make the most of your visit.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Gym

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Tea Room with free pick up & drop

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
  • 36 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Tea Room - Mountain View

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
  • 36 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Forest Villa- Mountain View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Forest Villa- Mountain View

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
  • 33 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

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Simpson's Bungalow Room- Mountain View | Terrace/patio

Simpson's Bungalow Room- Mountain View

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Wattegama, Simpson's Forest Hotel is near a train station and in the mountains. Don't miss out on a visit to Royal Botanical Garden. Be sure not to miss outdoor adventures like mountain climbing and hiking/biking trails.
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Elkaduwa Road, Meenawatte Estate, Wattegama, Central Province, 20810

What's nearby

  • Temple of the Tooth - 17 min drive - 8.9 miles
  • Kandy Lake - 17 min drive - 8.9 miles
  • Wales Park - 17 min drive - 9.1 miles
  • Royal Palace of Kandy - 19 min drive - 9.3 miles
  • Royal Botanical Garden - 26 min drive - 13.3 miles

Getting around

  • Kandy Railway Station - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe The Vibe - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Hungry Brunch Café & Restaurant - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Burger Hut - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Kandy Myst by Cinnamon - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Nuwara - ‬18 min drive

About this property

Simpson's Forest Hotel

Luxury hotel near Temple of the Tooth
A poolside bar, a terrace, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Simpson's Forest Hotel. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like rock climbing and mountain biking at this hotel. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a manicure/pedicure, a body scrub, or reflexology. In addition to laundry facilities and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), free bicycle rentals, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and a nature reserve
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Rainfall showers, eco-friendly toiletries, and bidets
  • 42-inch LED TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and separate dining areas

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: LKR 20 for adults and LKR 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rock climbing

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business center

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Reflexology

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Banquet hall
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Separate dining area
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for LKR 20.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately LKR 20 for adults and LKR 10 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: LKR 20.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Simpson's Forest Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–8:00 AM.

Is Simpson's Forest Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Simpson's Forest Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Simpson's Forest Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Simpson's Forest Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Simpson's Forest Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Simpson's Forest Hotel located?

Situated in the mountains, this luxury hotel is 9.4 mi (15.1 km) from Temple of the Tooth and 13.8 mi (22.2 km) from Royal Botanical Garden.

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