Santani Wellness Kandy

As others have stated getting to Santani has a few challenges but is well worth the effort. My transfer from downtown Colombo was about 4 hours. Upon arrival I was asked if I had eaten and escorted to lunch before the kitchen closed. Thank you Chef. I had booked a garden room so was away from the main area which helped me get my daily steps in. I felt very safe and they do have a night watchman. Also a buggy is in request and came within minutes which was a great service especially when raining. Room is basic but comfortable and had everything that i needed. Restaurant- this is an award winning restaurant and all the food I had was excellent both in quality and presentation. I was offered 2 choices and went with the Sri Lanka menu every meal. Lunch usually had fish that was delicious and evening a curry. Breakfast offered traditional western, Sri Lanka favorites. I mainly had granola and yogurt and fresh fruit. Spa- I had some of the best treatments I have ever had and I must say a thank you to Deepra for that. I had a treatment every day and being with the same person was perfect as they knew what treatments you had previously. Also to Doctors who kept an eye on my blood pressure (it was a lot better at the end of my trip) and for being so kind and patient with me when I had a minor incident. I left a few days before the dreadful floods so hope all staff and families are safe.

Santani is a magical place, where you combine nature, wellness and fine dining. The closeness to nature where you are “above the trees”, gives a so special stay and allows you to see green in many different flavors. This was our second stay at Santani, and we selected the wellness package to fully experience the spa and treatments. These were carefully selected by the Ayurveda doctor, all aligned with our dosha. 90 minutes treatment each day for a week is highly recommended 😊. The restaurant is fantastic with fine dining with delicious both Sri Lanka and western options. Our stay was also in the week when cyclone Ditwah struck Sri Lanka and the Kandy area. Our heartfelt gratitude to everyone at Santani Wellness Kandy for making us feel safe and secure. Oshee, Shashi, Kanishka, and the rest of the team did an incredible job of keeping us safe, informed, and well cared for. The Santani team handled our departure so safe and smooth, and the excellent care and attention truly meant a great deal to us.

Perfect stay in Santani hotel. The architecture of the building is beautiful. The view and the lights are stunning. Mountain View rooms are confortable, it is « open » to nature and sounds, but we enjoyed it. The food and service are very good, they are all very smilly people. Spa is also good, but prices are a but expensive for treatment. Yoga classes are included, nice spot, but unfortunately the classes were the same every time during our 2 days stay, this point could be improved Overall, very nice stay in Santani hotel, we recommend it

I’d always wanted to experience a proper retreat, and finally went in September. Choosing Santani was the best decision ever. From the moment I arrived, I felt cared for like royalty. The meals were designed specifically for me, based on my body type, and I finally gave myself the mental and physical space I’d been missing.Those seven days made a huge difference to my lifestyle. My meals now look completely different, I’m eating healthier, and I understand my body better. Now, about Santani what a gorgeous space to unwind. So close to nature, yet so peaceful and protected. The staff were incredibly caring and professional, from the chefs and servers to the security team, masseuse, yoga instructor, tour guides and the Ayurvedic doctor who was just brilliant at what she did. Every evening, the chefs discussed my next day’s meals with me, answering all my questions. I am bad with names; recall Dashan's name only, the sweetest server, and the rest were amazing too. The rooms were beautifully designed, simple yet luxurious, with breathtaking views. Every detail was so thoughtful, even the flower prints on the wooden headboard felt elegant and intentional. The bathrooms were spotless, the massage rooms immaculate, and having a massage surrounded by forest sounds was magical. The chirping of birds, rustling leaves, nature itself felt like therapy. I’d definitely recommend an initial retreat of 5–7 days to anyone considering it.

I came looking for purpose — I found peace instead. I came seeking silence — I was enveloped by the sound of nature. I came expecting quality food — I was instead nourished. I came hoping to move — yet somehow, I became still. I leaned in and heard nothing but the cicadas singing, the birds calling, the barking deer breaking the quiet. I looked closer and saw eagles gliding, trees swaying, and nature simply being. I came looking for peace — and instead, I found purpose.