HELGASFOLLY Anti Hotel Residence

“The most unusual place we stayed in Sri Lanka”

The staff were fantastic, earning a perfect 10/10. Having a pot of tea in the lounge was a delight, and the doodles on the large art books were very enjoyable. Learning about the house’s history and the artwork was interesting. The pool was usable, and seeing about 15 monkeys in the trees by the pool added to the Sri Lanka experience. After tearing my trousers in Kandy, the staff helped me get a needle and thread to repair them, carried my friend’s bag, and were always ready to assist. The building was dilapidated and too big to manage, so it wasn’t as clean as we’d liked. The remote location made it hard to reach central Kandy. Dinner and drinks were very expensive, though freshly cooked to order.

Amanda·Vor 2 Monaten

“It’s a horror hotel combined with a post colonial family’s back story to give it a sense of meaning that allows it diffe”

Helga’s Folly offers a unique experience, but that’s all it is. The place isn’t clean, which I guess is part of its character, and I’m not a fan of bats flying down the corridor.

Stephen·Vor 2 Monaten

“A stay should be on the bucket list for any art-savvy world traveler.”

Helga’s is so unique, so special, so “sui generis,” that it can’t be judged on the same scale as an ordinary hotel. Every square inch of floor, wall, and ceiling tells a story—brilliant for being mostly inscrutable. It itself is a work of art. You could go there for drinks and tour it like a quirky museum, but that would miss the core experience. You must stay at least a night to fully absorb it. The rooms, especially the bathrooms, lack some creature comforts and are a bit dusty, though A/C and Wi‑Fi are available.

Kevin·Vor 2 Monaten

“You must stay here for one night!”

Helga’s Folly was the reason we came to Kandy, and what an experience it was. It’s a bit dusty (but not as dirty as some claim). Bats fly in the corridors (how good is that). Monkeys bounce on the tin roof early in the morning. Every surface of every room is adorned with some type of art, artwork, or ornament. Make sure you have dinner and breakfast there, sitting at the table with skeletons (not real ones) next to you. The food is totally OK. Don’t stay here if you want luxury. Stay here if you want an unforgettable experience in Sri Lanka. We loved it.

John·Vor 3 Monaten

Exploring the area was fun and we enjoyed everything we saw. It was quite expensive, and we also thought breakfast was included, which was our mistake, so it didn’t feel worth how much we paid when you could just explore during the day. The pool was green, so it couldn’t be used.

Ella·Vor 5 Monaten