With a population of 111.701, Kandy is the largest city in Central, Sri Lanka by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Kandy to see all of its attractions.
Although Kandy doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Hatton Castlereigh Reservoir (NUF), which is located 48 km from Kandy.
Another option to get to Kandy is to pick up a car rental from Colombo, which is about 96 km from Kandy. You’ll find branches of SR RENT A CAR and Hertz, among others, in Colombo.
From 5-star hotels such as the The Grand Kandyan to great affordable options like the Viyana Boutique Hotel, Kandy offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $35 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $116 and up for a 5-star experience.
Expect to pay $5.56 per gallon in Kandy (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $66.77 and $89.03.