The folly is an experience and overall a powerful one. The site of the hotel is impressive, the jungle at one's back and the town at one's feet, the interior, inspired and the food, the best I have had in Sri Lanka and some of the best I have had anywhere. The rooms inspire and speak of an individual who... more

We (parents + 3 student aged kids)have recently returned from a 3 week holiday in Sri Lanka, and the highlight of our tour must be our stay at Helgas Folley in Kandy. We knew what to expect (their web site speaks for itself) and we were certainly not disappointed. We were told to treat Helgas like our home, and we... more

found everything to be very wonderful. Its one of the more expensive hotels in Kandy, but its something unique and interesting and relaxing. It very disturbing that some people who have stayed here have given it a low rating becuase its too strange for them - did they not have an understanding as to what it would be like before... more

Very much relaxing, comfortable; nothing to worry about during my stay. I felt like home as i was at Helga's Folly. Nice and warm people, not too much and comfortable distance they keep all the time; but always willing to support me. The driver was good, very dedicated and helpful. He showed me around in the botanical garden and tried... more

A quirky hilltop hotel that almost defies description. I was hoping for something along the lines of the Sylvia Beach Hotel or a McMenamin’s, but the décor was beyond eclectic with candelabra oozing melted wax and ceilings and walls painted with fantastical Sri Lankan and astrological themes. My husband mentioned that it would be the perfect place for Scooby and... more

This is the fourth time we have stayed and to be honest we were a little worried after seeing some of the latest reviews. I am sure that some of the things commented on must have been imagined as the staff would not act as described. Anyway here is our review everything was great Helga was on form and spared... more

Helga's is truly amazing - eccentric, cool, creative, bizarre - and well worth a stay. It's everything you've read - and more. And just when you think you've taken in as much colour, art and eccentricity as you possibly can, in breezes Helga, dressed immaculately, with jewels and feathered headpiece - and with a dalmatian in tow to round out... more

I was in Sri Lanka on business and added a holiday. A guide book mentioned this place and I booked direct. It is out of the centre of the town. I was the only resident. The power failed frequently, the generator was inadequate to power the lights or fans in the rooms. My room was in a 1960's concrete package... more

Helga's Folly looks amazing ... on the internet, it looks like a Vivienne Westwood advert. We arrived after travelling in a car for 7 hours looking forward to seeing this amazing hotel, that claims is a favourite of many celebrities, to find the hotel deserted other than some freak show and Helga. The place looks like its been decorated by... more