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Dambulla, Sri Lanka

Heritance Kandalama

Rural Hotel

Trip Advisor Rating '.$item_trip.' Our Rating 9.0
 

Heritance Kandalama, a luxurious five-star retreat in Dambulla, Sri Lanka, stretches 1 kilometer along a cliffside, its bird-wing-inspired design by Geoffrey Bawa blending seamlessly with the mountainside, adorned with vegetation and wildlife-attracting timber pillars, offering a serene sanctuary.

Each of the 152 spacious rooms and suites exudes rustic elegance, featuring rattan furniture, timber panels, and private bathrooms with oversized glass walls that flood the space with natural light. Equipped with plush bedding, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and tea/coffee facilities, every room offers panoramic views of the Sigiriya Rocks or Kandalama Lake, creating an intimate connection with the surrounding nature.

Dining at Heritance Kandalama is a sensory experience, with Kanchana Restaurant offering daily themed nights featuring international and Sri Lankan cuisine, accompanied by views of the Sigiriya citadel and Kandalama Lake. The Kaludiya Restaurant provides a unique cave-dining experience with curated local flavours, while the Kanchana Bar crafts refreshing cocktails and fine beverages. The Coco Spa delivers rejuvenating treatments, complemented by three impressive pools, including an infinity pool overlooking the lake. Guests can stay active with a well-equipped gym, tennis courts, or curated excursions like bird watching, mountain cycling, and lake safaris. Large-scale sculptures, from metal owls to stone cobras, enhance the ambiance, while versatile event spaces cater to gatherings with impeccable service.

Located a 20-minute drive from the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Dambulla's 2,000-year-old cave temple and Sigiriya rock fortress, Heritance Kandalama is 160 kilometers, or a 3.5-hour drive, from Bandaranaike International Airport, offering seamless access to Sri Lanka's cultural and natural wonders.

Available Board

Full Board · Half Board · Breakfast · Room Only

Rooms & Suites

General Facilities

Activities

  • Bicycle Rental
  • Live Sport Events (broadcast)
  • Live Music/Performance
  • Tour Or Class About Local Culture
  • Themed Dinner Nights
  • Bike Tours
  • Walking Tours
  • Badminton Equipment
  • Tennis Equipment
  • Evening Entertainment
  • Entertainment Staff
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Darts
  • Table Tennis
  • Billiards
  • Games Room
  • Tennis Court

Wellness

  • Outdoor Swimming Pool
  • Fitness
  • Spa/Wellness Packages
  • Spa Facilities
  • Sun Loungers Or Beach Chairs
  • Public Bath
  • Hot Tub/Jacuzzi
  • Massage
  • Spa And Wellness Centre
  • Fitness Centre
  • Sauna

General

  • Concierge Service
  • Luggage Storage
  • Tour Desk
  • Currency Exchange
  • Express Check-in/Check-out
  • 24-hour Front Desk
  • Daily Housekeeping
  • Trouser Press
  • Ironing Service
  • Dry Cleaning
  • Laundry
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Business Centre
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities

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5 rating
March 2026

This is a beautiful hotel with truly wonderful staff. Everyone we encountered was helpful and kind, but the lake views are what make this place phenomenal. The facilities are well-equipped, and we...

5 rating
March 2026

We both loved this hotel for its truly magical architecture, its excellent food, its proximity to the jungle (which is literally inside the hotel structure), the swimming pools, and the well trained...

5 rating
March 2026

Superb hotel love the vibe last uear same period i came to this hotel .this feels like home to me.my family members enjoyed for the fullest lovve how the staff treat us they are welcoming and...

5 rating
March 2026

Beautiful hotel with wonderful staff. Everyone was helpful and kind. Lake views are phenomenal. Facilities are well-equipped and we enjoyed the pools/amenities. Special shotout to the pool attendants...

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Average Weather

Ave Daily Temp °C
Ave Monthly Rain mm

Jan
31
62
Feb
31
69
Mar
32
130
Apr
32
253
May
31
382
Jun
20
186
Jul
30
125
Aug
30
114
Sep
30
236
Oct
30
369
Nov
30
310
Dec
30
168

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AU$114 Per Person

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