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Kahanda Kanda

An adults-only 17-villa hilltop tea estate hotel 15 km from Galle, the original property in the KK Collection, with 13 villas holding private plunge pools, daily-changing menus served in the open-sided dining pavilion, the KK Spa, and a complimentary shuttle to sister property KK Beach.

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At a glance

Kahanda Kanda sits on a 14-acre hilltop tea estate 15 kilometres from the historic city of Galle, overlooking Koggala Lake and the jungle below.

The original property in the KK Collection, opened in 2006 with five villas and now grown to 17 individually designed stand-alone villas, 13 of which have private plunge pools. The property is adults-only. Sister property KK Beach sits on the coast 12 kilometres away, with a complimentary shuttle connecting the two.

Each villa is decorated in its own style, combining antiques, contemporary furnishings, and local textiles with views across the tea estate, jungle, or Koggala Lake. Meals are served in the open-sided dining pavilion using estate-grown produce and fresh local ingredients, with set menus changing daily. The KK Spa, an open-air yoga shala, a fitness centre, and an infinity pool complete an offering that covers everything from full seclusion to active exploration.

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Food and Drink

Meals at Kahanda Kanda are served in the open-sided dining pavilion, with views over Koggala Lake and the surrounding jungle.

The kitchen draws on estate-grown herbs, vegetables, and fruits alongside fresh local produce, with set menus changing daily. The menu covers contemporary western fusion cuisine alongside Sri Lankan curries and Thai dishes.
Spa and Wellness

The KK Spa wellness centre sits above the palm canopy, built around the philosophy of slowing down and reconnecting.

The treatment menu covers a signature KK Spa massage, authentic Thai massage, Shiatsu healing by a skilled blind therapist, nourishing scrubs and wraps, steam therapies, and Dead Sea mud wraps. Ayurvedic, Hela Wedakama, aromatherapy, and deep tissue massage are also available. An open-air yoga shala on the first floor overlooks the tea estate, with yoga and meditation sessions daily, and a fitness centre with personal training for guests who prefer a more structured workout.
Location

Kahanda Kanda sits on a 14-acre hilltop tea estate 15 kilometres from the historic city of Galle, overlooking Koggala Lake and the jungle below.

A complimentary shuttle connects the property to sister hotel KK Beach on the coast 12 kilometres away, with both the UNESCO-listed Galle Fort and the beach scene around Koggala within easy day-trip range.

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Room Types

Suites

The Araliya, Hibiscus, and Nelum Suites each sit at 80 square metres with king-size four-poster beds, in-room libraries, and private verandahs looking out over the tea estate or Koggala Lake.

The remaining suites each have their own character, from the Peacock with its colonial styling and garden terrace to the Tea Suite with a freestanding bathtub overlooking the tea fields.

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Villas with Private Pools

The pool villas extend from the Kadju and Kumbuk Suites, both at 100 square metres, to the Tamarind Suite with its private courtyard plunge pool and direct access to the main infinity pool.

Kadju is decorated in pale blue tones with Indian prints and a canopied four-poster bed, reached via a shaded pathway with views of the tea estate and jungle. Kumbuk sits in a private walled garden with a large terrace, lounge area, and a bathroom with bathtub, walk-in shower, and alfresco shower.

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Dubu Suite

Stands apart from the rest. A Javanese antique teak house elevated on stilts with intricate carvings and a thatched roof, with a private infinity-edge plunge pool and views across the estate in every direction.

The natural choice for guests wanting complete seclusion. Five additional villas including Veralu, a plantation pool villa with jungle views and a private veranda, complete the collection.

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