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A person relaxing by a pool with a drink, overlooking a scenic landscape.

An outdoor dining area with wicker chairs and tables, a bar with stools, and a view of a forested hillside.

A restaurant with tables set for dining, overlooking a scenic view of a hill and cityscape.

A balcony with a tiered dessert stand, plates of food, and a cup on a table with a view of a mountainous landscape.

1. Grand Serendib Hotel

0.9 km from National Museum

Peter

SAR 226

SAR 296 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a colorful mural and greenery.

A modern hotel entrance with a dark facade, a visible staircase, and a reception area with a digital tree display.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a rooftop terrace, and a sign indicating it is a Radisson hotel.

A modern reception area with a central desk, large windows, and decorative ceiling lights.

2. Radisson Hotel Kandy

0.5 km from National Museum

LARRY MARK

SAR 186

SAR 250 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a red roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a lake in the background.

An outdoor dining area with a view of a cityscape at dusk.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a desk with a mirror, and a television.

3. Cassendra Kandy

0.7 km from National Museum

Warren

SAR 172

SAR 203 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by glass railings, offering a view of a mountainous landscape with buildings in the distance.

A rooftop terrace with potted plants, wooden chairs, and a view of the cityscape.

The exterior of Sevana City Hotel with a prominent sign and a pharmacy sign in the background.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, large windows offering a view of the city.

4. Sevana City Hotel Kandy

1.1 km from National Museum

Ketheeskumar

SAR 97

SAR 127 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A spacious atrium with high ceilings, a central staircase, and multiple balconies with potted plants.

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, arched windows, and a central bar area.

A lobby with a patterned ceiling, a reception desk, and seating area.

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "The Bath." It features a traditional architectural style with arched doorways and columns.

5. The Radh Hotel

0.4 km from National Museum

"We are a family of 6 stayed in 2 rooms in The Radh Hotel in Kandy in July 2026. This is an immaculate property, close to most important attractions of Kandy, Sri Lanka. Our stay was absolutely fabulous. The place is safe. Staffs are extremely courteous, professional, attentive and helpful. Every aspect of our stay including checking in, hotel lobby, breakfast buffet and room size and amenities are absolutely wonderful. We will definitely stay here in our next visit to Kandy."

Nagalingam

SAR 392

SAR 526 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A pool area with lounge chairs and a view of a river and mountains.

A multi-level interior with a staircase, a dining area with colorful cushions, and decorative wall art.

A rooftop pool with a clear view of the city at night.

A modern hotel with a rooftop infinity pool, outdoor seating, and a scenic mountain view.

6. Mount Blue Kandy

1 km from National Museum

MORTEN

SAR 250

SAR 294 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A rooftop infinity pool with a view of a lake and surrounding buildings.

A spacious lobby with a pool, comfortable seating, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, large windows offering a view of the outdoors, and a modern ceiling design.

A balcony with wicker chairs and a glass table overlooking a lake and surrounding greenery.

7. The Trees Kandy

0.6 km from National Museum

Robert

SAR 500

SAR 655 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A boutique hotel entrance with a wooden sign, outdoor seating, and potted plants.

A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a large window, a bed, a bench, and a bathtub.

A modern dining area with leather chairs, a round table, and a bar counter.

A bathroom with a wooden floor, a bathtub, and large windows offering a view of greenery and hills.

8. Viyana Boutique Hotel

0.4 km from National Museum

Lalith

SAR 150

SAR 193 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, and a wardrobe.

A balcony with a black railing, a wicker chair, and a view of a building and trees in the background.

A room with a dining table, chairs, a sofa, and a coat rack.

A breakfast table with plates of fruit, a jug of juice, and various breakfast items.

9. Easy Stay

0.7 km from National Museum

Patrick

SAR 129

SAR 152 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A wooden deck with lounge chairs and a swimming pool overlooking a lush green landscape and a cityscape in the distance.

A dining area with a table set for a meal, chairs, a chandelier, and a view into a room with a stone fireplace.

A room with a round table, two chairs, a chandelier, and a view of the outdoors.

A four-poster bed with a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through a window with curtains.

10. Coffee Bungalow Kandy

0.6 km from National Museum

ADele

SAR 757

SAR 1,087 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A hotel room with a wooden floor, two beds with elephant-themed pillows, a desk with a chair, a window with curtains, and a ceiling fan.

A living room with a beige sofa, striped pillows, a wooden side table with a lamp, and a wall-mounted artwork.

A hotel entrance with a checkered floor, a coffee shop menu board, and wooden doors.

A hotel reception area with a framed poster of a scenic landscape, a wall-mounted light, and a counter with a water dispenser and coffee machine.

11. Hotel Casamara

0.5 km from National Museum

Benjamin

SAR 193

SAR 193 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A spacious lobby with a central decorative fountain, multiple seating areas, and a high ceiling with ornate railings.

A swimming pool with a view of mountains in the background.

A luxurious hotel lobby with plush seating, a large glass window offering a city view, and a red carpeted floor.

A spacious lobby with a grand chandelier, ornate railings, and a reception desk.

12. The Grand Kandyan

1.2 km from National Museum

John

SAR 374

SAR 485 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

13. Ceyloni City Hotel

0.7 km from National Museum

Matthew

SAR 183

SAR 240 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A balcony with wicker furniture and a view of a lake and forest.

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a glass coffee table, a mirror, and a chandelier.

A reception area with a chandelier, a reception desk, and red chairs.

A hotel room with a red patterned carpet, a white sofa, a glass coffee table, a dining table with chairs, and a kitchen area with white cabinets and a window with blinds.

14. Devon Rest

0.5 km from National Museum

Jagadish

SAR 128

SAR 175 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A building with a green awning, a sign reading "Villa 92", and a glass door entrance.

A dining table with plates, cups, and a pitcher, set outdoors with a view of a street and a building in the background.

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a clock, and a menu board.

A living room with a TV, sofa, coffee table, and dining area.

15. VILLA 92 - City Hotel - Hostel

1.2 km from National Museum

Anonymous traveler

SAR 82

SAR 99 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Nov - 15 Nov

An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by potted plants.

A multi-story building with a ground-floor restaurant and upper-floor balconies.

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a counter with a display case, and a kitchen area visible through a glass partition.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a mirror, and a bathroom.

16. Cafe Aroma Inn

0.5 km from National Museum

Grisel

SAR 72

SAR 95 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A restaurant with multiple dining tables set for guests, a kitchen area with a chef, and large windows offering a view of the cityscape.

An outdoor area with a brick floor, potted plants, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A balcony with a view of a mountainous landscape during sunset.

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden desk, a mirror, and a window with a view of greenery.

17. Lake Avenue

0.4 km from National Museum

michelle

SAR 289

SAR 289 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern hotel with a rooftop infinity pool, lounge chairs, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

A couple sitting on wicker chairs on a balcony with a glass door, overlooking a scenic view of a lake and mountains.

A buffet with various desserts and beverages.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a large window with curtains.

18. Thilanka Hotel

0.5 km from National Museum

Wendy

SAR 297

SAR 389 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A rooftop infinity pool with lounge chairs and a view of a forested hillside.

A buffet with various dishes, wooden tables, and a view of the mountains.

A four-poster bed in a room with a balcony, a television, and a view of a green landscape.

A modern living room with a wooden ceiling, a glass wall, and a view of a lush landscape.

19. Serene Kandy

0.8 km from National Museum

Grady

SAR 251

SAR 326 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Nov - 15 Nov

A wooden table with intricate carvings and a bowl on top, placed in a room with patterned carpet and curtains.

A modern bathroom with a large white sink, two chrome faucets, and a large mirror.

A hotel room with a large window, a bed with white and orange bedding, and a wooden chair.

A bed with two purple pillows and a red and orange striped blanket.

20. Dumbara Peak Residence

0.7 km from National Museum

Ainul

SAR 78

SAR 105 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to National Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Grand Serendib Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 160 reviews	View
Radisson Hotel Kandy	8.8 Excellent 559 reviews	View
Cassendra Kandy	9.2 Wonderful 89 reviews	View
Sevana City Hotel Kandy	8.8 Excellent 579 reviews	View
The Radh Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 187 reviews	View

Top National Museum Hotel Reviews

Grand Serendib Hotel

8/10 Good

"It was a decent city hotel, it didn’t feel 5* at international standards but it was a good for one night and close to all the city activities."

Viyana Boutique Hotel

8/10 Good

"The place was clean, staff were very helpful, great location"

Cassendra Kandy

8/10 Good

"I initially had some issues with this facility, with the room and bathroom cleanliness. However, management rectified it and the remainder of my stay went smoothly. Property is somewhat dated. The replacement room was orderly. Good location, staff were attentive and polite. As far as a hotel rating goes, it is about a 2-2.5 star facility. The breakfast buffet is planned based on guest nationality, when I tried it, it was mainly an Indian breakfast, but I found items I liked to eat! Lack of an elevator has to be disclosed IMO for safety of the guests and disabled guests. Food choices can be limited based on occupancy, primarily for Lunch and Dinner. There are many eateries in the city of Kandy nearby and they are easy to get to."

Radisson Hotel Kandy

10/10 Excellent

"Staff members were excellent! Kind and helpful. They made this trip memorable."

Serene Kandy

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing place, beautiful views, great room"

Queens Hotel Kandy - 160 Years of Heritage

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay at historic hotel. Staff were very attentive. Pool was great, along withe buffet breakfast."

Hotel Casamara

8/10 Good

"Common parts well maintained although r"

The Trees Kandy

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful hotel and room very nicely appointed. Rooftop pool was fabulous. Great outlook and easily enjoyed cocktails from that viewpoint! Very friendly staff. Great location above the lake and looks across to Temple of the relic of the tooth. Easy walk down town."

Lake Avenue

8/10 Good

"Perfect for our one night stay , close to the lake & a very short walk to the temple of the tooth . Spacious room with everything we needed & lovely staff"

Other attractions near National Museum

A traditional water village with buildings along the riverbank, surrounded by lush greenery.

Temple of the Tooth

9.0/10 (203 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Kandy with a stop at Temple of the Tooth. Wander the lakeside in this culturally rich area.

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A large statue with a red robe, set against a richly decorated ceiling with intricate patterns.

International Buddhist Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at International Buddhist Museum during your trip to Kandy. Wander the lakeside in this culturally rich area.

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A white colonial-style building with a red roof on a lake, surrounded by lush greenery and small floating gardens.

Kandy Lake

8.6/10 (228 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Kandy Lake during your travels in Kandy. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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Kandyan Art Association & Cultural Centre

8.6/10 (4 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Kandyan Art Association & Cultural Centre during your stay in Kandy. Wander the lakeside in this culturally rich area.

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Royal Palace of Kandy

8.6/10 (51 reviews)

Royal Palace of Kandy is just one of the places to see in Kandy, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the lakeside in this culturally rich area.

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Natha Devale

Learn about the local history of Kandy when you spend time at Natha Devale. Wander the lakeside in this culturally rich area.

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Maha Vishnu Devalaya

After visiting Maha Vishnu Devalaya, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kandy. Wander the lakeside in this culturally rich area.

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Malwathu Maha Viharaya

Malwathu Maha Viharaya is just one of the places to see in Kandy, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the lakeside in this culturally rich area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around National Museum?

National Museum is located in a culturally rich area of Kandy known for its beautiful lakeside setting. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 293 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to National Museum?

Adjacent to National Museum, The Radh Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Other good choices close by include Radisson Hotel Kandy and Grand Serendib Hotel.

How many hotels are there close to National Museum?

Expedia has 293 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from National Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near National Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer near National Museum.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near National Museum?

To find more details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near National Museum, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near National Museum?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Ceylon Tea Museum and International Buddhist Museum. Temple of the Tooth, Royal Palace of Kandy, and Kandy War Cemetery are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. You can wander around Wales Park, Udawatta Kele Sanctuary, or Royal Botanical Garden if you want a dose of fresh air.

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Our top choices for National Museum hotels

1. Grand Serendib Hotel

2. Radisson Hotel Kandy

3. Cassendra Kandy

4. Sevana City Hotel Kandy

5. The Radh Hotel

6. Mount Blue Kandy

7. The Trees Kandy

8. Viyana Boutique Hotel

9. Easy Stay

10. Coffee Bungalow Kandy

11. Hotel Casamara

12. The Grand Kandyan

13. Ceyloni City Hotel

14. Devon Rest

15. VILLA 92 - City Hotel - Hostel

16. Cafe Aroma Inn

17. Lake Avenue

18. Thilanka Hotel

19. Serene Kandy

20. Dumbara Peak Residence

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Top National Museum Hotel Reviews

Grand Serendib Hotel

Viyana Boutique Hotel

Cassendra Kandy

Radisson Hotel Kandy

Serene Kandy

Queens Hotel Kandy - 160 Years of Heritage

Hotel Casamara

The Trees Kandy

Lake Avenue

Other attractions near National Museum

Temple of the Tooth

International Buddhist Museum

Kandy Lake

Kandyan Art Association & Cultural Centre

Royal Palace of Kandy

Natha Devale

Maha Vishnu Devalaya

Malwathu Maha Viharaya

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