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title: "Hotel Yo, Kandy: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "Hotel Yo in Kandy: rated 8.6 by guests, 3-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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retrieved: 2026-10-11
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Hotel · ★★★
# Hotel Yo

Talwatta, Kandy, Sri Lanka

8.6 ·  Very good 76 reviews ·  #67 #67 of 206 in Kandy ·  4.7 Location score
## About Hotel Yo

Hotel Yo is a hotel in Talwatta, Kandy, Sri Lanka. It holds a 3-star rating. Guests rate it 8.6 out of 10 across 76 reviews. Facilities include bar, free parking, free wi-fi. It is 1.1 km from the centre of Kandy. The nearest airport, Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (CMB), is 85 km away.

- **Type:** Hotel

- **Star rating:** ★★★

- **Check-in from:** 14:00

- **Check-out until:** 12:00

- **Rooms:** 12

- **Floors:** 3

- **Opened:** 2015

- **Smoking:** Smoke-free property

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 54

1/5, Mahamaya Mawatha, Kandy, Sri Lanka [hotelyo.lk](http://www.hotelyo.lk/)

## How Hotel Yo scores

Better rated than 62% of hotels in Kandy

-   Guest rating **8.6**
-   Location **4.7**
-   Facilities **4.2**
-   Families **0.0**
-   Spa & wellness **0.0**
-   Beach access **2.6**
-   Public transport **2.2**

Kandy average

## Amenities

BarFree parkingFree Wi-Fi

### Food & drink

-   Breakfast
-   Bar
-   Room service

### Leisure

-   Terrace

### Internet

-   Free Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Free parking

### Services

-   Shuttle
-   Car hire
-   Laundry
-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Air conditioning
-   Balcony
-   Minibar
-   In-room safe
-   Coffee or tea maker
-   Blackout curtains

### Policies

-   Smoke-free

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **4.7**/10

- **Walk grade:** **46**/100 Somewhat walkable

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **13**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **2**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest beach<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""></span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">2.3 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">5 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Kandy railway station</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1.6 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">4 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (CMB)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">85 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">191 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Kandy</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1.1 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">17 min walk</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   National Museum920 m
-   International Buddhist Museum1,000 m
-   The Museum of World Buddhism1.0 km
-   WorldPlay-KCC1.2 km
-   Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage1.3 km
-   Dome Hanthana1.3 km

## Hotel Yo: in detail

Hotel Yo offers top-notch services and amenities, ensuring guests experience utmost comfort. Share your photos and respond to emails at your convenience, thanks to the free Wi-Fi internet access offered by hotel. Should you require transportation to or from the airport, hotel is able to organize it prior to your arrival date. Taxi, car hire and shuttle offerings at the hotel simplify arranging your excursions, explorations, and additional activities in Kandy. Visitors can take advantage of complimentary parking directly at the hotel. Reception services such as express check-in or check-out, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes are available to accommodate your requirements. Relax and feel the warmth in the hotel's inviting lobby, featuring an enchanting on-site fireplace. Traveling with minimal baggage is achievable at Hotel Yo, as the hotel's dry cleaning service and laundry service ensures your garments stay fresh. Room amenities like room service and daily housekeeping contribute to making a perfect selection for your stay. The hotel maintains a completely smoke-free zone, providing a breathable atmosphere. Smoking is limited to specified smoking zones. Each accommodation at Hotel Yo is thoughtfully created and adorned to provide visitors with a comfortable, home-like atmosphere. In certain rooms, the hotel offers linen service, blackout curtains and air conditioning for guest convenience and satisfaction. At Hotel Yo, the uniquely tailored rooms provide a configuration choice resembling a balcony or terrace. In select rooms, guests at the hotel can enjoy top-notch in-room entertainment with television and cable TV available for their convenience. Rest assured, in a few chosen rooms, you will find the convenience of a coffee or tea maker, bottled water, instant tea and mini bar at your disposal. Maintain your cleanliness and comfort using a hair dryer, toiletries and towels available in select guest restrooms. Embark on your holiday experience in the most ideal manner. Commence each morning of your visit with an on-site breakfast. Should you prefer not to venture out for a meal, the enticing culinary choices at hotel are always available for your satisfaction. Should you be particularly discerning in your dining choices, you will surely appreciate having access to the on-site BBQ facilities provided at this location.

### Compare

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## Questions about Hotel Yo

### How do guests rate Hotel Yo?

Hotel Yo has a guest rating of 8.6 out of 10 from 76 reviews, which is better than 62% of rated hotels in Kandy.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Yo?

Check-in starts at 14:00 and check-out is until 12:00.

### Does Hotel Yo include breakfast?

Breakfast is available. Whether it is included depends on the rate you book.

### Is there parking at Hotel Yo?

Yes, the listing mentions free parking.

### How far is Hotel Yo from the airport?

The nearest airport, Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (CMB), is 85 km away in a straight line.

### Is Hotel Yo close to the beach?

The nearest beach is 2.3 km from the hotel.

### How many rooms does Hotel Yo have?

Hotel Yo has 12 rooms on 3 floors.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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