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title: "Sir Johns Bungalow, Matale: reviews, location & comparison"
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Hotel · ★
# Sir Johns Bungalow

Matale, Matale, Sri Lanka

8.2 ·  Very good 17 reviews ·  #3 #3 of 5 in Matale ·  3.4 Location score
## About Sir Johns Bungalow

Sir Johns Bungalow is a hotel in Matale, Matale, Sri Lanka. It holds a 1-star rating. Guests rate it 8.2 out of 10 across 17 reviews. Facilities include bar, free parking, 24-hour room service. It is 3.9 km from the centre of Matale. The nearest airport, Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (CMB), is 88 km away.

- **Type:** Hotel

- **Star rating:** ★

- **Check-in from:** 13:00

- **Check-out until:** 11:00

- **Rooms:** 8

- **Floors:** 1

- **Last renovated:** 2011

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 1

Riverston, 29th KM post Laggala, Illukkumbura, Knuckles

## How Sir Johns Bungalow scores

Compared with the average hotel in Matale.

-   Guest rating **8.2**
-   Location **3.4**
-   Public transport **6.8**

Matale average

## Amenities

BarFree parking24-hour room service

### Food & drink

-   Breakfast
-   Bar
-   24-hour room service

### Internet

-   Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Free parking

### Services

-   Concierge

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **3.4**/10

- **Walk grade:** **31**/100 Car recommended

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **8**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **0**

<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 station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Matale Railway Station</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">740 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">12 min walk</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="">88 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">199 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="">Matale</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">3.9 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">9 min drive</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   Mahatma Gandhi International Centre1.1 km
-   Chamath Aquarium1.1 km

## Sir Johns Bungalow: in detail

At Sir Johns Bungalow, exceptional service and top-notch amenities create a memorable experience for guests. Complimentary internet access is available in the hotel to ensure you stay connected during your visit. Arrange your trips to and from the airport using the hotel's convenient transportation services booking. Complimentary parking is available for guests. Continuously receive the support you require through front desk amenities such as concierge service and express check-in or check-out. At the hotel, their tours can even assist you in booking tickets and securing reservations for leisure activities and adventures. Chilly nights become more delightful than balmy ones, as you snuggle near the hotel's inviting hearth. Craving relaxation? In-room amenities such as 24-hour room service, room service and daily housekeeping allow you to maximize your time spent inside the room. For the health and well-being of all guests and staff, smoking is restricted exclusively to assigned zones. Accommodations come equipped with all the conveniences required for a restful night's slumber. A few chosen rooms are equipped with television and cable TV to ensure guest amusement. A delightful breakfast is the perfect way to begin your day, and at Sir Johns Bungalow, you can always indulge in a scrumptious meal on-site. All adore a delightful cup of coffee! An on-site coffee shop ensures you can relish a cup of authentic, freshly-brewed coffee every morning -- or whenever you desire it. Allow your journey to be free from the pangs of hunger! On-site eateries offer delicious and accessible meal choices. At Sir Johns Bungalow, catering to your unique requirements is our priority. Guests with particular dietary preferences can choose from an assortment of dishes, featuring kosher and halal choices among other options. An evening spent at hotel's bar can offer as much enjoyment as venturing out with your fellow travelers.

### Compare

## Compare Sir Johns Bungalow with nearby hotels

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## Questions about Sir Johns Bungalow

### What are the check-in and check-out times at Sir Johns Bungalow?

Check-in starts at 13:00 and check-out is until 11:00.

### Does Sir Johns Bungalow include breakfast?

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

### Is there parking at Sir Johns Bungalow?

Yes, the listing mentions free parking.

### How far is Sir Johns Bungalow from the airport?

The nearest airport, Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (CMB), is 88 km away in a straight line.

### How many rooms does Sir Johns Bungalow have?

Sir Johns Bungalow has 8 rooms on 1 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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