Kings Pavilion sits on a hillside in Aniwatta above Kandy, a small boutique and eco hotel surrounded by misty mountains and greenery, with 360-degree views and a theme drawn from the lifestyle of the Kandyan kings. It has just nine rooms and suites across three categories, each named for a local area, several with private or semi-private gardens or balconies, in an airy, rustic-luxury style with floor-to-ceiling windows. A secluded infinity pool looks out over the Hunnasgiriya mountain range, and there is an in-house spa for massages and personalised treatments. Dining is at the hotel restaurant, serving Sri Lankan heritage cuisine and international dishes with mountain views, and there is a programme of cultural experiences from Kandyan dance to cooking demonstrations and tuk-tuk rides. It suits couples and small groups who want an intimate, scenic base for exploring Kandy and the hill country.