The Grand Hotel

Description

Location

This historic hotel was once the residence of Sri Lanka's governor (1830- 1850), Sir Edward Barnes. It is located at 1890 m above sea level and is surrounded my green mountains and hills. In the near vicinity, guests will find a bus station (around 2 km away), restaurants and a beautiful lake (around 5 km away) and the train station (around 8 km away). The airport can be reached in around 5 hours by making use of public transport and it is located around 180 km away.

Facilities

156 rooms and 6 suites are located on 2 storeys and can be reached by lift. The reception desk is open round the clock. Amenities include a baggage storage service, a safe and a currency exchange service. Wireless internet access is provided in public areas. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The hotel has a range of facilities for guests with disabilities. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities. A fireplace creates a cosy atmosphere. There are a number of shops, including a souvenir shop. The grounds of the hotel feature a playground and a lovely garden. Additional amenities include a TV room, a playroom and a library. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the car park. Further services and facilities include a 24-hour security service, a babysitting service, a childcare service, a car hire service, medical assistance, a transfer service, room service, an alarm call service, a laundry service, a coin-operated laundry and a hotel shuttle bus. Active guests who wish to explore the surrounding area by bike will appreciate the bicycle hire service. Bicycle storage is also available. Daily newspapers are available for purchase. The business centre is on hand for guests' business requirements and provides a fax machine.

Rooms

Air conditioning, individually adjustable heating and a fan ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. Guests can relax on the balcony or terrace. All rooms are carpeted and have a double bed, a queen-size bed or a king-size bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Additional features include a refrigerator and a tea/coffee station. There is also an ironing set and a trouser press. A direct dial telephone, a TV, a CD player, a DVD player, a plug adapter, an alarm clock and WiFi (no extra charge) provide all the essentials for a comfortable holiday. Guests will also find slippers in their rooms. A hairdryer and bathrobes are available in the bathrooms, which are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. As a special feature, bathrooms are also stocked with cosmetic products and a selection of towels. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The hotel has family rooms and non-smoking rooms.

Sports/Entertainment

The pleasantly heated water of the indoor and outdoor pools guarantees comfortable swimming. Parasols on the terrace are also available. Refreshing drinks are served at the poolside snack bar. The hotel offers an extensive outdoor sports programme, including cycling/mountain biking, tennis, golf, fishing and horse riding. Sports enthusiasts are also offered a wide range of indoor activities, including a gym, table tennis, billiards, yoga and aerobics. Various wellness options are available at the hotel, including a spa, a sauna, a steam bath, a beauty salon, massage treatments and a solarium. Leisure facilities include an entertainment programme, a kids' club and live music. Copyright GIATA 2004 - 2024. Multilingual, powered by www.giata.com for client no. 124971

Meals

Dining facilities include 2 restaurants, a café, a bar and a pub. The hotel offers a wide range of catering options. Bed and breakfast, half board and full board can be booked. At breakfast (continental), lunch, and dinner, guests serve themselves at the lavish buffet or order a set menu (for lunch and dinner). Diet meals and children's meals can be prepared on request. The hotel also offers special catering options.

Payment

The hotel accepts the following credit cards: American Express, VISA and MasterCard.

Features

Air Conditioning BabySitting Baggage Hold Balcony / Terrace Bar Bath Bathrobes Breakfast Service Broadband Internet Business Services Children's play area Clock Radio Coffee / Tea Making Facilities Concierge Conference Room Conference / Banquet Facility Connecting Rooms Currency Exchange Service Disabled Access Disabled Facilities Disco / Club Dry Cleaning Service Elevator/Lifts Fridge Garden Area Golf Course Gym/fitness facilities Hair Dryer Internet Corner ($) Lounge Maid Service Massage Medical Service Minibar / Fridge Non-Smoking Rooms On Shuttle Route Parking Parking ($) Pets Allowed (on Request) Phone Picnic Area Porterage Private Garage Radio Restaurant Room Service SPA Safe Satellite or Cable TV Sauna Self Service Laundry Facilities Shower Shuttle Bus Snooker / Billiard Table Steam Room TV Tennis Court Terrace Tour Desk Wedding Service Wi-Fi ($)View more