Wednesday 20 November 2019

Welcome to the Wonders of the Golden Crown in Kandy, Sri Lanka.

The Golden Crown is a grand palace in the heart of the hills, in a city where the last kings of the land ruled long, long ago. The Golden Crown is a place where 21st century luxuries and historic charm live in perfect harmony, where the past meets the present in a haven of Five Star indulgence.

The Golden Crown has 90 rooms including 18 suites and 7 banquet halls that can host over 1000 guests. The Golden Crown  located at Ampitiya, just 2km from the city of Kandy - the last ancient kingdom of Sri Lanka. 

Discover a world of unmatched splendour, continuing the proud heritage of true Sri Lankan hospitality - welcome to the wonders of Golden Crown.

ROOMS & SUITES
The Golden Crown offers guests true stately comforts. Choose your stay from 90 spacious guest rooms including 18 suites with all the luxuries you need and beautiful views to match.

Deluxe
As the dawn becomes day, guests can watch the mist rise slowly to unveil the green hills – from the snug warmth of the bed or the dew-covered balcony. Guests can look out at the sun on the fields below and listen to birdsong as they pour a fresh cup of tea.

Fully equipped to offer guests all modern comforts they are a perfect haven to return to, especially after a day of exploring the city’s ancient attractions. The Deluxe rooms are created to ensure that guests have a wonderfully restful stay. Fully equipped to offer guests all modern comforts they are a perfect haven to return to, especially after a day of exploring the city’s ancient attractions. All are spacious with twin or double beds featuring pillow-top mattresses, double sheeting, and softest down comforters. In the cosy bathrooms, guests have a luxurious rainfall shower, fluffy towels and a range of complimentary amenities. There’s a large flat-screen HDTV and free Wi-Fi; tea/coffee making facility and a well-stocked mini-fridge too. 180 degree views of rolling paddy fields basking in the shadow of the tree-covered mountain range are yours to admire from each of our 64 Deluxe Rooms.

Deluxe Premium
The 8 Deluxe ‘Premium’ rooms offer even more space with lovely views across the mountains. The unique lighting system in these rooms allows guests to set them exactly as they prefer it, so the ambience in the room matches the guest's mood perfectly.

Junior Suites
The clouds turn pink and shadows fall over the mountains, the air turns cool as the Sun begins to say goodbye to another day. One by one, the ‘flying foxes’ – the large fruit bats, soar across the sky as they start a night of foraging...

Premium Suites
Shimmering blue skies and tree covered mountains in various shades of green… can one get tired of gazing out at them? The Golden Crown doesn’t think so, that is why their 6 Premium Suites have specially made corner seating areas so guests can have their fill of the wonderful views – day or night.

Presidential Suite & Crown Suite
The kings of the Kandyan kingdom, their royal court and guests enjoyed untold luxuries. The Golden Crown takes that tradition of hospitality to the 21st century. The Presidential & Crown Suites offers guests a ‘personal palace’ where their comfort and pleasure comes first. 

Guests can take the private elevator from the helipad or the entrance lounge to their exclusive suite where a taste of royal indulgence awaits them. The suites are vast with floor to ceiling picture windows making up two entire walls, so guests have panoramic views of the mountains from wherever they are – even the bathroom. Each suite is a miniature ‘home’ comprising a spacious lounge where handcrafted antique-style furniture matches the regal setting. There is a fully equipped kitchenette and dining area where private meals and impressive views can be enjoyed at leisure. The two king-sized beds feature high quality bedding and the remote controlled blackout curtains can shut out the light at the touch of a button. In the luxurious bathroom with nightlights guests can feast your eyes and your senses. The Jacuzzi hugs the corner window, so gusets can sink in and soak up the magnificent views – what better way to soothe cares away. A hot/cold rainfall shower, large flat screen HDTV and free Wi-Fi; tea/coffee making facility and a well-stocked mini-fridge, a wide range of complimentary amenities come as standard.

DINING
Raise a glass to the joys that await gusets: scrumptious fare, breath-taking views and sublime relaxation; delightful indulgences to savour by day or by night. A long, leisurely breakfast basking in the morning sun; a frothy cappuccino with a sweet treat mid-afternoon, a gourmet candlelit dinner or Shisha under the stars – the Golden Crown takes dining experiences beyond the ordinary.

The Brix
The moon rides high over the silhouette of the hills, a few lights flicker in the distance like fireflies. In the cool air the aroma of exotic spices mingle to whet your appetite. Whether it’s dinner by starlight, a hurried lunch or a leisurely breakfast, the Golden Crown's main restaurant – The Brix, offers glorious views and lavish spreads to satisfy guests. With room for 175 persons, the restaurant is spacious with indoor and outdoor seating so you can sit in air-conditioned comfort or settle at the deck with views of the hills and the infinity pool. Offering a range of local, South Asian and international cuisine, the breakfast, lunch and dinner buffets are lavish with a wide choice to suit every palate. The Brinx is open: 7:00 am to 11:00 pm.

Long Bar
As the shadows across the paddy fields lengthen and the Sun slips behind the hills guests can watch the sky take on a fiery glow from their comfy seat by the picture windows. Serving a wide range of quality wines, spirits, beer, cocktails and mocktails the Long Bar is just perfect place to relax with a favourite drink – at any time of day. The Long Bar has a cosy Irish pub atmosphere with soft lighting and an intimate setting. The floor to ceiling windows offer views across the valley making this a very pleasant little hideaway to enjoy a quiet lunch. The bar menu offers an extensive range of snacks, soups, salads and grills as well as Sri Lankan ‘bites’ to accompany the drinks. To satisfy a sweet tooth there is also an array of desserts to pick from.Treats

Treats
As the afternoon sun filters in through the trees snuggle up in a cosy corner to enjoy a little ‘me time’ with a book and some great coffee. Treats – the Golden Crown's Coffee Shop at the lobby offers a variety of freshly brewed coffee and snacks. There is a range of hot and cold coffee and tea as well as milkshakes and fresh fruit juices. The choice of ‘grab n go’ fare is both Asian and continental offering a variety of savouries and sweets. The atmosphere is intimate and casual with soft music. A spiral stairway leads to an upper deck with floor to ceiling windows that look out onto the tall tree canopy outside. It’s almost like being up in a tree house – but with your favourite brew to keep you company.

EXPERIENCES
Infinity Pool Bar
The sun rides high in a cloudless sky. An eagle soars lazily over the hills beyond. The air is still and warm and the thought of a cold refreshing drink tempts guests, but they don’t want to leave the luxurious haven of the Infinity pool. But guests don’t have to. They can just continue enjoying a good soak in the sun or a long swim, and quench their thirst or sate their appetite at the Infinity Pool bar. It serves an array of wines, spirits, cocktails and mocktails as well as light lunches or snacks from salads, sandwiches, pizza to delicious cold desserts. So guests can while away the hours and relax by the pool the whole day if they wish to.

Lavo
A galaxy of stars glitter in the dark night vying for attention with the shimmering, moving rays of colour that sway to the music. Smooth grooves and happy sounds of laughter fill the air. The night is young and the fun has just begun at Lavo - the Golden Crown's chic nightclub and the coolest venue in the hill country. Situated at the topmost floor of the hotel, Lavo also has direct access via a separate elevator from the lobby. Stylish and modern in décor, its sprawling space can easily accommodate 175 persons so it can also be an exclusive and exciting venue for private parties, cocktails, dinners and corporate functions. With live bands and talented DJs the vibrant atmosphere of Lavo livens up the nights of Kandy. So head on up and join the party!

Gym
The first rays of the sun stream over the hills, the lush valley below comes to life in the misty morning; the rhythm of the guests feet keep a steady beat as they run watching the winding gravel road far below. With floor to ceiling picture windows the Golden Crown's state of the art gym offers inspiration quite like no other – beautiful views of nature to add that extra sense of wellbeing to guests fitness routines. The treadmills face the windows so guests can gaze out and imagine they are jogging outdoors as you clock up the distance. Whether guests are a dedicated fitness buff or just working off a few extra kilos the gym has all the equipment guests need to do so, and an expert Personal Trainer who will ensure the guests safety and comfort at all times too.

The Spa & Wellness Centre
The soft light filtering in is cool on guests eyes, healing hands soothe their muscles with a gentle touch, the air is filled with hints of exotic scents and soft, flowing music. Guests have entered a haven where all their cares are eased away – as far as the distant hills guests can see from their window as they treat themselves to absolute indulgence at the Golden Crown's luxury spa. Located on the 2nd floor with its own private lounge area, the Crown Spa offers a wide range of therapeutic experiences from massages to facials and body scrubs, using a variety of techniques including aromatherapy. It has single and couples spa suites with beautiful views, and guests can choose from the treatment menu just what suits you best – whether it is just one or two special treats or a complete rejuvenating spa treatment package. The therapists are specially trained to ensure that guests receive the best at all times.

BANQUET HALLS
A dreamscape where over 2000 persons can gather
Where the lights twinkle and glow in 36,000 different shades, where elegance and opulence go hand in hand – the Golden Crown's 3 banquet halls, The Windsor Ballroom, The Crown Court and the Grand Ballroom offer venues like no other to make weddings, banquets or gala events a one of a kind royal affair. For smaller, more intimate gatherings the rooftop Sky Lounge also provides a novel option.

Grand Ballroom
The fairy tale wedding of dreams, a uniquely themed launch event, a gala dinner dance – whatever the event may be, the Golden Crown offers the very best in ambience, facilities and service at our Grand Ballroom. One of the largest ‘pillar-less’ halls in Sri Lanka and the only one in Kandy it has a capacity to comfortably hold over 1200 persons at once. Located on the 5th floor with its own expansive lounge area where the picture windows on three sides offer beautiful views of mountains forming a wonderful natural backdrop and an impressive setting – a spectacular entrance to the main hall itself. The impressive length of the hall offers plenty of room for flexible seating arrangements and the sense of space is highlighted by the horizontal panelling and the exquisitely carved wooden doors. The 4 sectioned high ceiling has chandeliers of a thousand crystals surrounded by a large flower motif that continues the traditional design found throughout the hotel décor – yet with inlaid lighting that adds a modern touch. The unique fully animated lighting system of over 36,000 hues gives absolute freedom for event themes – so clients creative imaginations can flow and bring their ideas to life. Clients can step back in time to reinvent a royal banquet, host an elegant Victorian feast or be daring with a futuristic fantasy theme. To complement, the Golden Crown can arrange catering to suit special themes with a choice of Western and Asian cuisine to make the event even more unforgettable.

Crown Court
Step back in times to days gone by where elegance and sophistication ruled; the days of lavish dinners and grand dances, where memories were made to last lifetimes. Tall Corinthian pillars, high ceilings decked with vast crystal chandeliers and rich carpeting – the graceful old world charms of Crown Court make it a truly impressive venue that can seat up to 500 persons in comfort. Located on the 2nd floor the Crown Court has its own foyer area with floor to ceiling picture windows where guests can mingle before entering the main hall for the event. The pillars have inlaid lighting at the top and base, as does the entire ceiling – all can be individually controlled through our fully animated lighting system offering over 36,000 colours. So there are unlimited options when it comes to creating that perfect mood. To make the celebration even more complete the Golden Crown offers a range of catering options ranging from Western to Asian cuisine – buffet or a la carte. In case a more intimate setting is needed for a smaller wedding or a corporate event, the hall can be partitioned to suit your requirements and the number of guests.

Windsor Ballroom
Enter a realm where the past meets the future in a fusion of colour and stately elegance; where traditional motifs, the creations of nature and ultra-modernist elements have come together to inspire a venue of beauty and distinction. The regal grace of the Windsor Ballroom is perfect to recreate grand celebrations of yesteryear, yet it has the ability to change to futuristic glamour literally at the flip of a switch. An enchanted forest, the blue depth of the ocean, the glow of a sunset with 36,000 animated light settings the possible ambience for your event is set only by the limits of imagination. Double rows of long fluted columns dominate the space, curving upwards to the vast ceiling like otherworldly trees. The pillar lights can be changed individually or as a group to create a variety of moods to suit. Especially spectacular when the entertainment begins and the lights complement the music. The plush carpeting, the vaulted ceiling and the subtly mirrored panels on the sides that reflect the lights all add to the overall sense of unsurpassed allure. The Golden Crown also offers five-star catering options featuring Western and Asian cuisine both buffet and a la carte style. For a smaller function, the hall can be partitioned to suit your needs as well as the number of guests.

Get in touch with The Golden Crown
Address: #322, Udagama, Ampitiya, Kandy, Sri Lanka
Phone: +94 81 22 44 000

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