Weddings

As you gaze into each other’s eyes, the world fades away and time stands still. Hand in hand, you wish this moment would last forever—until your attention drifts to the flawless flower arrangements beside the altar, the ones you so thoughtfully helped us to perfect.

Plan with a dedicated team that pours passion into your wedding as if it were their own. Whether you envision an elegant banquet hall or an enchanting riverside garden, our considerate staff places your needs first, ensuring your wedding goes exactly as you wished.

From traditional Sri Lankan ceremonies with time-honoured rituals to contemporary celebrations in Kandyan, Indian, or Western themes, we bring your style and vision to life. Let exquisite décor, breathtaking backdrops, and bespoke catering set the stage for moments you’ll cherish for a lifetime.

Local
Weddings

Exotic venues for local people

Celebrate timeless tradition at one of Kandy’s most cherished wedding venues. Our signature wedding package offers the opportunity to exchange vows on a traditional Poruwa platform overlooking a thoughtfully selected romantic view — whether it’s the elegant banquet hall, the serene river deck, or beneath a blooming flower canopy in the garden. Celebrate the day with bespoke floral arrangements and personalised catering, then stylishly depart chauffeured on a vintage automobile or boat.

Local wedding package includes:

Complete themed floral package
Magul bera (drummers) with dancers
Traditional ashtaka recitals
Jayamangala gatha (wedding blessing) singers
Decorated wedding poruwa (platform)
Wedding cake
Catering for buffet / sit down meals
Bandstand & dance floor
Live band / DJ music / pianist
Garden & river terrace area for photos
Professional photographer / videographer
Going away transport by boat or vintage car
Registration table
Cake trays
Gift table with attendant
Changing rooms
Overnight stay for bridal couple & meal voucher for first wedding anniversary
Pressing & dry cleaning facilities for bridal attire
Special honeymoon courtesies
Champagne fountain (if required)
Elevated head table (if required)
Studio room for photography (if required)

Destination
Weddings

A perfect wedding venue begins with a holiday destination.

Celebrate your special day with a destination wedding. Whether you prefer an intimate ceremony or a grand reception, Mahaweli Reach Hotel is ready to celebrate your vows in any style you choose—be it Western, Kandyan, or an unforgettable three-day Indian wedding.

Kandyan wedding package options:

Kandyan dancers / drummers
Traditional singing of wedding blessings
Traditional Kandyan wedding ceremony by master of ceremonies
Decorated wedding poruwa (platform)
Hiring of traditional groom’s attire
Hiring of bridal saree & jacket
Dressing of the bride and hair & makeup
Bridal bouquet / head dress & decor including traditional oil lamp
Hiring of traditional jewellery
Registration of the ceremony by Government Registrar of Marriages
Translation of marriage certificate to English
Caparisoned elephant to bring groom to the wedding venue
Palanquin to bring bride to the wedding venue

Indian wedding package options:

Garden marquee
Decorated wedding mandap
All requirements for a Mehendi Ceremony
Hindu priest
Asian vegetarian menus
Traditional entertainers

Western wedding package options:

Wedding décor
Customized menus
Cake structure
Registrar
Documentation
Witness of ceremony

Gallery

Other Events

On-Site Celebrations

Taking care of your catering needs with specialised cuisine for any event

Events

Themed events and special private functions planned to perfection

Meetings

From corporate retreats to large scale conferences, Mahaweli Reach Hotel has become the premier choice for hosting business events in Kandy. Meeting venue options include our versatile banquet hall or an intimate private boardroom. You can also make use of a pre-function area and charming outdoor space, ideal for cocktail receptions.