Atelier Kandy . Villa Escondite

06/06/2026

A quiet corner of Atelier Kandy, where art, light, garden, and heritage meet.

Atelier is more than a boutique stay. It is a living gallery- a place to pause, look closely, and experience Kandy through art, atmosphere, and thoughtful hospitality.

From sculptural details to the courtyard café, every space is designed to hold a story.

Art. Hospitality. Purpose.

05/06/2026

27/05/2026

At Atelier Kandy, the quiet details matter.

Crisp linen, a well-chosen book, a cup of coffee on the table, and artwork close by, each element is part of the experience we hope to create: thoughtful, calm, and intimate.

Atelier is not simply a place to stay in Kandy. It is a small living gallery where design, hospitality, books, coffee, and Sri Lankan art come together with intention. With only six curated rooms, the atmosphere is personal, reflective, and quietly connected to the creative life of the city.

Stay slowly. Look closely. Feel the texture of the place.

26/05/2026

A thoughtful evening organized by ICES at Atelier Kandy with the screening of 'Shadows of the Other' on 17 May 2026.

The documentary opened a quiet but powerful conversation on the lesser-known Mahayana, Vajrayana, and Ta***ic influences that have flowed beneath Sri Lanka’s predominantly Theravada Buddhist traditions. It reminded us that history is often layered, and that beliefs, rituals, and cultural practices are shaped by many currents over time.

Thank you to everyone who joined us, listened, reflected, and contributed to the discussion. Evenings like this are part of what Atelier hopes to continue creating - a space for art, culture, dialogue, and deeper looking. A very special thanks goes to ICES and Anomaa Rajakaruna for organizing this event.

18/05/2026

Atelier Book Corner: Read, Sip, Inspire
https://escondite.lk/atelier-kandy/abc/

13/05/2026

Screening of Documentary
'Shadows of the Other'
(50mins|2026|Sri Lanka)

17 May 2026. l. 5:00 PM

Exploring the lesser-known Mahayana, Vajrayana, and Ta***ic influences woven into Sri Lanka’s predominantly Theravada Buddhist traditions, this documentary reveals how multiple Buddhist currents have quietly shaped local beliefs, rituals, and practices in ways that often go unrecognised. While Theravada Buddhism, introduced to the island in the third century BC, became the dominant religious tradition, the film uncovers the layered histories and spiritual exchanges that continued to evolve alongside it.

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10/05/2026

An evening at Atelier can also be your own little cinema experience.

Our garden lounge transforms into an intimate Private Screening Evening; a relaxed setting for couples, friends, families, or small groups to enjoy a favourite film in comfort, surrounded by art, greenery, soft lighting, and the quiet charm of Atelier.

Add a drink, a few savouries, and the pleasure of watching a movie without the rush of a regular theatre.

A different kind of night out in Kandy.

Private Screening Evenings available by reservation.

Message us to plan yours.

09/05/2026

Some places feel different after sunset.

At Villa Escondite, the evening settles softly around the pool; warm lights, quiet corners, tropical greenery, and the kind of calm that makes you forget you are still in the city.

A private villa stay in Kotte for those who enjoy space, privacy, and a slower rhythm.