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Freedom Lodge: Traveller Reviews

30 Saranankara Rd, Kandy, Sri Lanka
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Freedom Lodge
Ranked #4 of 34 hotels in Kandy
4.0 of 5 stars 96 Reviews
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What travellers say about this hotel
  • Sri Lanka(12)
  • Guest House(8)
  • Very clean(6)
  • Tuk Tuk(5)
  • Top floor(5)
  • Penthouse suite(4)
  • Double beds(3)
  • Excellent breakfast(3)
Traveller rating
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San Francisco, California, United States
Senior Contributor
25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
“Friendly family, clean rooms”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 February 2012

We stayed here just one night after a bad experience elsewhere in town (see my other reviews). The family that owns the place are extremely friendly and open. They even introduced themselves as our Sri Lankan family.

The breakfast included in the price was nice, and a good way to meet the other guests. For our 2nd to last night in Sri Lanka, it was a great place to just relax, both in their garden and on our balcony.

Decent wi-fi too.

  • Stayed February 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“super friendly guesthouse”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 February 2012

We loved our time in Kandy in the freedom lodge. Sarath and Nalini take a good care of their guests. Same as thier friend Pio who can work as a driver to bring you everywhere you want.
We traveled 2 days with Pio and it was really nice.
Thank you for everything!
Greetings from Amsterdam,
Jody & Remco

  • Stayed November 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“a nice homestay”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 January 2012

we booked for 2 nights instead of 3 by mistake. luckily the 3rd night was also available. however, owner told us on the second day that we have to share the connecting bathroom with another traveller. it was the last night and he gave us a small discount so we were fine.

we took the last floor penthouse with a private balcony. it was worth paying more cos u get a great view of the city. it was very relaxing and windy at the balcony. other rooms are not so nicely located.breakfast was simple fruits and toast, coffee and tea were hot. a plus point.

one minus point is that bathroom needs improvement. the window was a huge hole without any frame. lots of crawlies appeared in the evening. there are also ants around the basin and toilet bowl.

overall its a nice place away from city crowd.

  • Stayed January 2012
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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“A great opportunity to stay with a Sri Lanka family”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 January 2012

The family who run this are so friendly and delightful. The food they cooked for us was the best we had on holiday - fresh veggies straight from the garden.

If you want the best deal, book direct with the hotel, be careful you don't get "hijacked" by an intercepting travel agency.

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  • Stayed January 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“clean guest house”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 January 2012

stayed at double rooms. I looked around the other guesthouse nearby but this guesthouse is cleaner. the owner lady is very helpful and you get hot water shower.

  • Stayed January 2012
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Address: 30 Saranankara Rd, Kandy, Sri Lanka

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