Title: Easy Stay - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Easy Stay Guesthouse in Kandy with free breakfast and a rooftop terrace ![Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Lake View | Balcony view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110950000/110949700/110949626/b26a0db3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Comfort Double Room, Balcony, Mountain View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110950000/110949700/110949626/8362b090.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Free daily continental breakfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110950000/110949700/110949626/3361ca79.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Lake View | Balcony view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110950000/110949700/110949626/5b1aeced.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110950000/110949700/110949626/bbc89342.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Easy Stay provides amenities like free continental breakfast and a rooftop terrace. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Air conditioning - 24/7 front desk - Parking included - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov. 21 - Nov. 22](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-22&selected=110949626&PinnedHotelID=110949626&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-22&selected=110949626&PinnedHotelID=110949626&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov. 22 - Nov. 23](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-22&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=110949626&PinnedHotelID=110949626&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-22&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=110949626&PinnedHotelID=110949626&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov. 21 - Nov. 23](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=110949626&PinnedHotelID=110949626&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=110949626&PinnedHotelID=110949626&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov. 28 - Nov. 30](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=110949626&PinnedHotelID=110949626&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=110949626&PinnedHotelID=110949626&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Lake View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110950000/110949700/110949626/2499c4c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Lake View ### Highlights Balcony Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Hair dryer Private bathroom Cable channels Laptop workspace Desk - Lake view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Standard Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110950000/110949700/110949626/7106ef6f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room ### Highlights Balcony Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Hair dryer Private bathroom Cable channels Laptop workspace Desk - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Comfort Double Room, Balcony, Mountain View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110950000/110949700/110949626/8362b090.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Double Room, Balcony, Mountain View ### Highlights Balcony Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Hair dryer Private bathroom Cable channels Laptop workspace Desk - Mountain view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKandy-Hotels-Easy-Stay.h110949626.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKandy-Hotels-Easy-Stay.h110949626.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C7.28760%2C80.63885&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=VD1BcQ-MGaBC3WwioOxfVWvv_7E=) 19 Keerthi Sri Rajasinghe Mawatha, Kandy, CP, 20000 #### What's nearby - Kandy Lake - 5 min walk - 0.5 km - Wales Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km - Kandy Clock Tower - 12 min walk - 1.0 km - National Hospital Kandy - 15 min walk - 1.3 km - Temple of the Tooth - 15 min walk - 1.3 km #### Getting around - Kandy Railway Station - 8 min drive - Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 171 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Balaji Dosai - ‬16 min walk - ‪World Of Spice - ‬13 min walk - ‪Kandyan Muslim Hotel - ‬17 min walk - ‪The Empire Café - ‬16 min walk - ‪Café Secret Alley - ‬14 min walk ## About this property ### Easy Stay Property highlights Easy Stay provides amenities like free continental breakfast and a rooftop terrace. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this guesthouse include: - Free self parking - A 24-hour front desk, outdoor furniture, and tour/ticket assistance Room features All guestrooms at Easy Stay include thoughtful touches such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. More amenities include: - Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers - TVs with cable channels - Balconies, limited housekeeping, and desks ## Similar properties ![Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Mountain View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111910000/111906300/111906231/66269197.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cassendra Kandy Kandy - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Breakfast available 9.2 Wonderful 29 reviews CA $51 CA $61 total includes taxes & fees Nov 23 - Nov 24 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=111906231&PinnedHotelID=111906231&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17960000/17951300/17951243/ca9f216a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Dumbara Peak Residence Kandy - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 8.0 Very good 48 reviews CA $45 CA $61 total includes taxes & fees Dec 18 - Dec 19 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-18&endDate=2025-12-19&selected=17951243&PinnedHotelID=17951243&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14840000/14836300/14836242/d7b3fe12.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sevana City Hotel Kandy Kandy - 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Nov 23 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-22&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=99891075&PinnedHotelID=99891075&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps ### Parking and transportation - Free secured, covered self parking on site ### Food and drink - Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping (once per stay) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Outdoor furniture - Rooftop terrace ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shampoo - Shower - Slippers - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV with cable channels ### More - Air conditioning (climate-controlled) - Desk - Laptop workspace ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Property payment types ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards and cash This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Easy Stay Kandy Easy Stay Guesthouse Easy Stay Guesthouse Kandy ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Easy Stay pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Easy Stay? > As of Nov 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Easy Stay on Nov 22, 2025 start from CA $51.66, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Kandy-Hotels-Easy-Stay.h110949626.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Easy Stay? > Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at Easy Stay? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Easy Stay located? > Situated in Kandy, this guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Kandy Viewpoint, Wales Park, and Kandy Lake. Malwathu Maha Viharaya and Kandy Clock Tower are also within 1 mi (2 km). Kandy Railway Station is 21 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Easy Stay Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.6/10 Cleanliness ### 9.4/10 Staff & service ### 10/10 Amenities ### 8.4/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 8.8/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patrick Mar 23, 2025 Liked: Amenities My room was spacious clean and modern. It was very safe and quiet. Breakfast was provided and was excellent. It is located 15 minute walk up steep road from city centre. Easy walking down and cheap uber tuk tuk ride back up the hill after leaving city center. I highly recommend this hotel when staying in Kandy. ##### Patrick Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amit Feb 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very good property for the price. Host was very nice. Good breakfast. Very convenient location. Internet could have been better. One more thing, please get that water spray bidet near toilet checked. The pressure in it can create a new hole 😁😁 ##### Amit Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cassandra Jun 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Hotel: Easy Stay Kandy Room no: ground floor (only room on ground) Staff: 10/10 Location: 8/10 Cleanliness: 8/10 (dirty tissue on desk/table) Soundproofing: 2/10 Blockout curtains: No, sheer curtains only. Very light. Comments: Lots of food for breakfast. Fruit, toasted sandwiches, omelettes, yoghurt, dahl, toast, jam. ##### Cassandra Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Franky Sep 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Aangename locatie, wandelafstand van centrum, propere en verzorgde kamer en badkamer. Lekker ontbijt. ##### Franky Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Henriette Apr 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Dejligt hotel, centralt og sød ejer Super sød ejer af hotellet. Jeg tog 1 overnatning her, da jeg skulle tidligt afsted dagen efter for at tage toget til Nanu Oya. Ejeren tilbød at jeg kunne få min morgenmad meget tidligt inden afrejse. I øvrigt en stor og lækker morgenmad. Rent og rummeligt værelse med balkon og udsigt til bjerge. Jeg kommer tilbage næste gang jeg rejser til Kandy ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/BB08519D10957AE3800A337491EE7179364B1ED11744996986435.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/632334FE225542089D77556AD728EA9ED7BA4D1C1744996986359.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/F28690C480391959C6FD4891CF22C658A47669F71744996986503.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Henriette Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### brigitte Feb 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Bon accueil Accès a pieds a la ville,les marchés, le lac,le temple . 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