Freedom LodgevsHelga's Folly
Both properties are endorsed by travel writers. Overall, Helga's Folly is the choice of most reviewers compared to Freedom Lodge. Helga's Folly has a TripExpert Score of 79 with positive reviews from 3 reviewers including Lonely Planet, The Telegraph and Afar Magazine.
Freedom Lodge
30 Saranankara Rd, Kandy, Sri Lanka
From $35/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
- Breakfast included
- Baggage storage
Afar Magazine
"Freedom Lodge is near the lake, but just up the street and away from the loud road." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"We really like this place! It’s owned by a friendly family, surrounded by towering palm trees and has eight spotless rooms, excellent food and an authentic family atmosphere." Full review
Helga's Folly
70 Rajaphilla Mawatha, Kandy, Sri Lanka
From $100/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Afar Magazine
"The reality of the place has already exceeded the vision I hold of it in my imagination." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"A handsome mansion built in the 1930s, run by the eccentric Helga De Silva, the property is now a faded but incredible Alice-in-Wonderland-meets-Hammer-Horror bohemian ghost ride experience." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This hotel/art gallery/surrealist dream has to be the most extraordinary hotel in Sri Lanka. Indeed, the Stereophonics famously wrote the song 'Madame Helga' about the owner." Full review