We read about Helga's Folly in a newspaper travel section some time ago, and subsequently booked to stay there on our second trip to Sri Lanka. We arrived with realistic expectations having well briefed ourselves with the website and with Tripadvisor. Our expectations were largely exceeded by the sheer wondrousness of the place - the cool dark interiors with layer... More

I have just returned from my 4 week annual jaunt to SL, visiting all my usual haunts - one of which is always the enchanting Helga's Folly. I am pleased to say that the warm welcome I receive from the delightful Helga, Desmond, her charming husband, and the lovely staff remains the same as ever. No radical changes have taken... More

Walking into the Folly is like stepping through the looking glass...you are engulfed by the houses history and character. It would take months if not years to take it all in...the memorablia, pictures etc. This is no 'ordinary hotel', if that is what you are looking for keep searching ! This is an experience into the life of one of... More

We went to Helga's having visited "her home" for a meal 5 years before. We were amused by the decorc and found the food excellant. We decided to stay when we returned to Sri Lanka. We had booked for 4 days but decided we would leave early the next day within 2 hours of arrival. We has been given a... More

I was so looking forward to staying at Helgas after all of the reviews I had read and the wonderful website. I had an open mind about what to expect, and have stayed in all variety of accommodation , however, on this one I can't deny that I was disappointed. The rooms were not beautiful and eccentric, they were just... More

Fantastic place to escape from reality in the hills overlooking Kandy. Unique, special and fantastically bonkers ! Had a very reasonably priced supper listening to Frank Sinatra and Edith Piaf being tended to by the very welcoming and helpful staff. Recommend you have a tour around the rooms.This place was one of the highlights of my trip to Sri Lanka,... More

We stopped here for a drink during our stay in Kandy. We were actually thinking of booking to stay ahead of arrival and we were extremely glad we didn't. When we arrived, there hotel was deserted. We were told that the hotel was completely empty except for one room. I could see why! The interior reminded us of a horrible... More

" Having wintered here for the last 3 years enjoying stays of up to 3 months at a time (concessionary rates!) - and made other visits going back to 1980 - I'm probably more familiar with this hotel than anyone other than the owners themselves and a few of their older staff! I've also brought small, discerning groups over the... More

We have just had the most wonderful stay at Helga's Folly. I really think it is a privilage to stay in someones home, surrounded by their personal treasures and that is what it feels like to be at Helga's. We were delighted to be able to stay for six wonderful nights and were looked after so well by all Helga's... More