Our opinion
Theva is an intimate, chic and unique choice for staying near Kandy in the hills. Excellent value.
Hotel description
Theva is a private and luxurious boutique hotel offering awe-inspiring views across mountains and valleys, just two kilometres from Sri Lanka’s cultural capital of Kandy. The edgy contemporary design, home away from home atmosphere and exotic cuisine make Theva a unique place to stay. The name Theva relates to Dalada Thevawa, a ceremonial and religious ritual associated with the palace where the sacred tooth of Buddha is kept. Food, drink and flowers are offered to the Lord Buddha with the utmost respect and attention to detail, amidst a fanfare of drums and lit oil lamps. The owners of Theva aim to treat their guests to a similar magical experience. The ten crisp, white bedrooms are splashed with the ceremonial perahera procession colours of red, yellow, blue or orange, whilst images of kandyan dancers dart around the walls. Large panoramic windows allow you to wake up to a bird’s eye view of the world and if you stay in a suite you can connect with the landscape from the comfort of your jacuzzi. The service is discreet and thoughtful, the cuisine a delicate fusion of east and west. Only the freshest ingredients are used and the home-made breads and ice-cream are to die for. Located along the slopes of the Hantana range, the clear air and the panoramic skies make Theva a good place to study the stars. Theva is arranged on three floors, so there are plenty of steps. It can be windy up here during monsoon seasons.
Location
Hantana, near Kandy
Official star rating
no rating
Distance from airport
About 4 hours by car
Room types
Number of bedrooms – 10
Description of each Room type.
Type A Deluxe Room. Flat screen TV, Wi-fi and broadband connectivity, En-suite bathroom with shower or bath/shower.
Type B Superior Room. Balcony with BBQ, outdoor bathtub and lounger, flat screen TV, Wi-fi and broadband connectivity, En-suite bathroom with shower or bath/shower.
Type C Suite. Large windows, great views. Tiny fish swim around in a pool by the window (inside your room), Flat screen TV, Wi-fi and broadband connectivity, En-suite bathroom with shower or bath/shower.
Type D Penthouse. A serviced apartment, with study and kitchen, laundry facilities, Jacuzzi, living room and bar, and staff quarters. Flat screen TV, Wi-fi and broadband connectivity.
Hotel facilities and services
Restaurant (air-conditioned with panoramic views)
Small infinity pool and bar
Sauna
Out and aboutnearby/local interest
Local interest :- In Kandy - Temple of the Tooth, market and shops, Trinity Chapel; Uddawatakele Forest sanctuary, arts & crafts workshops and antique emporia; Peradeniya Botanical Gardens; Hantana forest, Hantana Tea Museum, Peradeniya Botanical Gardens, Lankatilaka Vihara Buddhist temple.
Nearest shops and restaurants outside the hotel: In Kandy (2km away)
Sports nearby
Birdwatching and trekking in Hantana forest
Children
Children of all ages are accepted and children’s menus can be arranged. However, the various water features, balconies and sheer drops, make Theva not that child-friendly and it is more suited to couples and romance.
Other information
Standard Category Luxury – First Class.
Special Events Kandy Esala Perahera in August
Special Interest at Theva:
Honeymoons & Romance
Secluded, private, luxurious and memorable. Go for a Suite with its raised Jacuzzi bath and stunning views.
Culture & Heritage – proximity to Kandy and its cultural sites.
The hotel is not suitable for disabled guests