Oruthota Chalets, Kandy, Sri Lanka

Nestled in a picturesque and serene environment above the Victoria Reservoir, Oruthota Chalets offers a quiet escape from the pace of everyday life. The resort embraces an eco-friendly atmosphere, with comfortable chalets looking out over the Victoria waters and the surrounding Hill Country of Sri Lanka — a setting that is, in every sense, a stay to be remembered.

The chalets sit within easy reach of Kandy, the Hill Capital of Sri Lanka and a city steeped in centuries of rich cultural heritage. Kandy was the last stronghold of the Sinhala Kingdom, and it was in the year 1815, during the reign of the final Kandyan King Sri Wickrama Rajasinghe, that the kingdom fell to the British. History here is not merely a memory — it remains a living part of contemporary life, expressed through traditions of Sinhala culture, dance and ritual that trace their roots to the very origins of Sinhala civilisation.

Kandy and Its Cultural Landmarks

Kandy's foremost attraction is the Dalada Maligawa, where the Sacred Tooth Relic of Lord Buddha is enshrined. This revered site makes the city the venue for the famous Kandy Esala Perehera, one of the most celebrated festivals in the country. Alongside the Dalada Maligawa, Kandy is home to several other temples and shrines that speak to its ancient cultural splendour.

The city is equally proud of its Royal Botanic Gardens, which began as a pleasure garden created by the Sinhalese Kings of the Kandyan Kingdom. With its moderate climate, Kandy offers visitors a comfortable and memorable base from which to explore these landmarks.

Dining and Facilities at Oruthota Chalets

The resort's open restaurant overlooks the Huluganga and the picturesque mountains of the Knuckles range — a remarkable backdrop for any meal. Experienced cooks prepare both Eastern and Western cuisine, and guests can also savour a typical Sri Lankan meal made from produce grown in the property's own garden.

Pool-side and garden barbecues can be arranged on request, and quality tank fish — a local speciality of the area — is always on offer. Whether lingering over a leisurely meal or simply taking in the view, the setting at Oruthota Chalets makes every moment of a Hill Country holiday feel unhurried and genuine.