Dambulla Luxury Hotels
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Here’s a quick list of the best hotels in Dambulla
Perched amid Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle, Dambulla’s luxury hotels blend contemporary comfort with ancient charm—opt for a boutique resort or riverside retreat with private plunge pools, Ayurvedic spa treatments and panoramic views of Sigiriya to transform sightseeing into serene relaxation. For the best experience, book during the dry season, choose properties that offer guided temple and wildlife excursions (including Minneriya elephant safaris), and favor hotels that showcase authentic cuisine and personalized service to fully savor the region’s heritage.
Best Luxury Hotels in Dambulla
Sundaras Resort & Spa Dambulla
Sundaras Resort & Spa Dambulla, a 4-star resort opened in August 2021, is located in Dambulla just 500 m from Dambulla Cave Temple and 19 km from Sigiriya Rock (Pidurangala Rock 23 km); the property is 16 km from Sigiriya Airport and offers a paid airport shuttle. The hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, hot tub, fitness centre, garden and terrace, plus free private parking, 24-hour front desk, currency exchange and room service. Air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi include private bathrooms, a desk, kettle, flat‑screen TV, safety deposit box and fridge; some rooms offer balconies and mountain views. Guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast and dine on-site at the restaurant serving Chinese, British and Indian cuisine with vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options. - Modern 4-star facilities with pool and hot tub - Convenient location near Dambulla Cave Temple and Sigiriya - Free private parking and paid airport shuttle - Dietary-friendly restaurant and buffet breakfast - Rooms with work desks, free WiFi and safety deposit boxes
Grand Kalundawa - Dambulla's Hidden Secret
Located in Dambulla and surrounded by acres of lush greenery, Grand Kalundawa - Dambulla's Hidden Secret offers a tranquil getaway with an outdoor swimming pool, private restaurant serving authentic Sri Lankan meals, bar with light snacks and local beer, and free WiFi throughout the property. Rooms are styled in traditional Sri Lankan decor and include air conditioning, satellite TV and attached bathrooms, while guests can relax on the outdoor terrace with a coffee. The hotel provides a tour desk, shared lounge and meeting facilities on request, and the friendly staff can arrange activities such as canoeing and fishing; room service and packed lunches are also available. The property is 4.7 km from Dambulla Cave Temple and 60 km from SLAF Anuradhapura Airport. - Outdoor swimming pool and peaceful green setting - Authentic Sri Lankan restaurant and bar - Tour desk with canoeing and fishing arrangements - Air-conditioned rooms with satellite TV and private bathrooms - Close to Dambulla Cave Temple (4.7 km)
Sigiriana Resort by Thilanka
Set on sprawling grounds amid lush scenery, Sigiriana Resort by Thilanka offers a quiet escape with an outdoor pool and rooms decorated with colourful murals and private balconies overlooking the surrounding greenery; each room includes a DVD player, safety deposit box, complimentary coffee/tea, and a bathroom fitted with a spa bathtub for added relaxation. - Peaceful, natural setting - Outdoor swimming pool - Private balconies with greenery views - In-room DVD player, safety deposit box, free coffee/tea - Bathrooms with spa bathtubs
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Pelwehera Village Resort
Pelwehera Village Resort in Dambulla offers an outdoor swimming pool, Ayurvedic massage therapies and a relaxed garden setting, plus a restaurant and free Wi‑Fi in public areas; guests can enjoy a game of pool, in-room dining with room service, and front-desk services including currency exchange and safety deposit boxes. The resort is about a 10-minute drive from Dambulla Cave Temple, 25 minutes from Sigiriya Town and roughly four hours from Colombo International Airport. Modern, air-conditioned rooms feature vibrant fabrics, large windows for natural light, cable TV, a minibar and private bathrooms with bathtubs, while the property serves a selection of Sri Lankan and Western dishes. - Outdoor swimming pool - Ayurvedic massage therapies - Close to Dambulla Cave Temple and Sigiriya - Modern AC rooms with minibar and bathtub - On-site restaurant, pool table and free Wi‑Fi in public areas
Hotel Golden Ray
Hotel Golden Ray is located in Dambulla, just 2 km from the Dambulla Cave Temples, and offers an on-site restaurant, free WiFi throughout the property, free private parking, a 24-hour front desk, and bike and car hire for exploring the area. - Close to Dambulla Cave Temples (2 km) - On-site restaurant - Free WiFi and free private parking - 24-hour front desk - Bike and car hire available
Grand & Gangula
Located in Dambulla, Grand & Gangula features an outdoor pool, barbecue facilities and a sun terrace, plus an on-site restaurant and complimentary WiFi; free private parking is available. Guest rooms include flat-screen TVs, with some offering a seating area and mountain or river views, and all have private bathrooms with a bath or shower and bidet, along with bathrobes, slippers and free toiletries. The hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, promotes activities such as golfing and cycling and provides free use of bicycles, and is 41 km from Polonnaruwa. - Outdoor pool, barbecue area and sun terrace - Free WiFi and on-site restaurant - Free private parking and 24-hour front desk - Rooms with views, bathrobes and complimentary toiletries - Free bicycle hire for cycling and nearby golfing
Tropical Life Resort and Spa
Tropical Life Resort and Spa is a 5-star hotel in Dambulla, located 17 km from Sigiriya Rock, offering concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout and a terrace, with room service and a 24-hour front desk, plus an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, evening entertainment and a shared lounge. - Outdoor swimming pool - Fitness centre - Free WiFi throughout - 24-hour front desk and concierge - Close to Sigiriya Rock (17 km)
Dambulu Oya Family Park
Dambulu Oya Family Park Resort in Kiralagolla features an outdoor swimming pool and offers air-conditioned rooms some of which include free WiFi and views of the pool or garden; each room has a seating area, work desk and private bathroom with shower, and the property provides free private parking, a shared lounge, luggage storage, an in-house restaurant and room service, with Dambulla 8.5 km away and Sigiriya 25 km away. - Outdoor swimming pool - Free private parking on site - In-house restaurant and room service - Rooms with work desk, seating area and AC - Close to Dambulla (8.5 km) and Sigiriya (25 km)
Arika Villa
Arika Villa overlooks peaceful greenery and welcomes guests with an outdoor swimming pool and sauna, comfortable air-conditioned guestrooms each with a private terrace, and an in-house restaurant serving local Sri Lankan dishes; rooms are clean and cozy, painted in warm orange tones and furnished with a flat-screen cable TV, seating area, wardrobe and en-suite bathrooms with hot-water showers. Guests can enjoy karaoke nights or organize a barbecue, while the 24-hour front desk assists with travel arrangements and an airport shuttle is available for a surcharge; room service and breakfast served in-room are offered on request. The property is within a 10-minute drive of Dambulla town, about 25 km from Sigiriya Rock Fortress and roughly a 3.5-hour drive from Bandaranaike International Airport. - Outdoor pool and sauna with peaceful greenery views - Air-conditioned rooms with private terraces and en-suite hot-water showers - In-house restaurant serving Sri Lankan dishes; room service and in-room breakfast available - Close to Dambulla and Sigiriya for sightseeing - 24-hour front desk and airport shuttle service (surcharge)