We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in Dambulla, Sri Lanka. We have also included accommodation in guest houses, villas, lodges, historic buildings, inns and romantic hotels. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated February 2024.
Guest House.Very stylish. Superb interior design. Offering a garden and garden view, Simoya Nature Park is set in Dambulla, 19 km from Sigiriya Rock and 22 km from Pidurangala Rock. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the guest house free of charge. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk and full-day security for guests. Fitted with a terrace, the units offer air conditioning and feature a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with bidet and a hair dryer. There is a seating and a dining area in all units. At the guest house, units are fitted with bed linen and towels. As an added convenience, Simoya Nature Park offers packed lunches for guests to bring on excursions and other trips off-property. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Dambulla, like cycling. Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium is 1.9 km from Simoya Nature Park, while Dambulla Cave Temple is 1.3 km from the property. The nearest airport is Sigiriya Airport, 16 km from the guest house.Show full description
Simoya Nature Park is a charming guest house with superb interior design. Set in a beautiful garden, it provides a tranquil atmosphere and comfortable rooms with private bathrooms. The friendly family running the guest house ensures a warm and welcoming experience for all guests.
Guest House.Historic. Great views. Popular among couples. Located within 18 km of Sigiriya Rock and 21 km of Pidurangala Rock in Dambulla, The Green Village Dambulla features accommodation with seating area. It is situated 2.6 km from Dambulla Cave Temple and offers a 24-hour front desk. There is free private parking and the property provides paid airport shuttle service. The units at the guest house feature private entrance and soundproofing so guests can enjoy a peaceful stay. All units have a private bathroom, a safety deposit box and free WiFi, while some rooms here will provide you with a balcony and some have quiet street views. The units at the guest house include air conditioning and a desk. Sightseeing tours are available near the property. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium is 2.9 km from the guest house, while Ibbankatuwa Megalithic Tombs is 4.8 km away. The nearest airport is Sigiriya Airport, 15 km from The Green Village Dambulla.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Highly elegant. Nice surroundings. Popular among women. The Green Edge is situated in Dambulla, 2.5 km from Dambulla Cave Temple. The property is 18km away from Sigiria Rock, about 72 km to kandy ,62 km to polonnaruwa, and 4.5 km from Rangiri Dambulla International Cricket Stadium. It is a 3.5-hour drive to the Bandaranaike International Airport. There is a shared lounge at the property. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and free private parking is available on site. Every room has a private bathroom with a hot /cold water shower, towels, refrigerator, air-condition, fan, hair dryer, mineral water, coffee, tea, kettle, and laundry services are available. We provide free bike rental, the area is popular for cycling! The property serve western or Asian style breakfast, also vegetarian requests is available. Guest enjoy delectable local dinner for 8.5 US$ Per person per night. We can help to arrange one day tour, ayudaya spa experience program and the airport pick up & drop off. Please feel free to contact with us, welcome to Sri Lanka! . Show full description
Inn / Guest House.Great value. Popular among couples. Situated in Dambulla, 20 km from Sigiriya Rock, Sayare Inn features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. The property is set 23 km from Pidurangala Rock, 1.8 km from Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium and 3.3 km from Dambulla Cave Temple. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi. At the inn, every room is equipped with a desk. At Sayare Inn rooms include a private bathroom with free toiletries. Full English/Irish and Asian breakfast options are available each morning at the accommodation. At Sayare Inn you will find a restaurant serving Indian, local and Asian cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free options can also be requested. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire and car hire are available at the inn. Ibbankatuwa Megalithic Tombs is 3.7 km from Sayare Inn, while Popham's Arboretum is 5.9 km from the property. The nearest airport is Sigiriya Airport, 17 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Sayare Inn is a unique inn with a beautiful garden and a peaceful atmosphere. It provides free private parking, a shared lounge, and a terrace. The inn is conveniently located near the center of Dambulla, making it a great choice for exploring the area.
Boutique hotel.Delightful property. Gorgeous surroundings.Opened October 2021. Set in Dambulla, 20 km from Sigiriya Rock, Mind Body and Soul offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Offering a restaurant, the property is located within 23 km of Pidurangala Rock. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi. At the hotel, rooms come with a desk, bed linen and a patio with a garden view. The rooms come with a private bathroom with a bidet, while some rooms also feature a balcony and others also feature mountain views. All guest rooms at Mind Body and Soul come with a seating area. Dambulla Cave Temple is 1.1 km from the accommodation, while Popham's Arboretum is 2.8 km from the property. The nearest airport is Sigiriya Airport, 17 km from Mind Body and Soul.Show full description
Mind Body & Soul is a unique villa-style accommodation that focuses on rejuvenation. It has a refreshing outdoor swimming pool and private plunge pools, set amidst a peaceful mango orchard.
Great interior design. Located in Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle, the property is a 30-minute drive from the cave temple at Dambulla, a 22-minute drive from the Nalanda Gedige at Matale and a 60-minute drive from Sigiriya Rock Fortress. An in house restaurant is available serving a variety of Sri Lankan and Western cuisines. For alternative dining options, room service is available. Guests can soak up the sun or take a dip in the outdoor pool. Excursions and activities such as cycling, trekking and bird watching can be arranged upon request. Each room is equipped with a seating area, working desk and chair, tea/coffee making facilities and a safe. Private bathroom comes with a hot and cold shower/tub, hairdryer and free toiletries. The accommodation offers a sun terrace. Wi-Fi is accessible for free in the property’s public areas.Show full description
Lodge.Romantic. Great location. Located 9.2 km from Sigiriya Rock, Sigiriya Freedom Lodge provides accommodation with a garden, a terrace and room service for your convenience. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property. There is a seating and a dining area in all units. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at the lodge, while cycling can be enjoyed nearby. Pidurangala Rock is 12 km from Sigiriya Freedom Lodge, while Wildlife Range Office - Sigiriya is 7.2 km away. The nearest airport is Sigiriya Airport, 6 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Lively. Great location. Situated within 20 km of Sigiriya Rock and 23 km of Pidurangala Rock in Dambulla, Yashumi Homestay provides accommodation with seating area. This bed and breakfast features air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace. The bed and breakfast has family rooms. At the bed and breakfast, each unit has a outdoor furniture. Featuring a private bathroom with a bath and free toiletries, units at the bed and breakfast also feature free WiFi. At the bed and breakfast, units include bed linen and towels. Guests can also relax in the garden. Dambulla Cave Temple is less than 1 km from the bed and breakfast, while Popham's Arboretum is 3.9 km from the property. The nearest airport is Sigiriya Airport, 17 km from Yashumi Homestay.Show full description
Resort.Lovely property. Great views. Popular among women. Located in Dambulla, 19 km from Sigiriya Rock, girilena resort provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace. The property is around 22 km from Pidurangala Rock, 1.5 km from Dambulla Cave Temple and 2.1 km from Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi. At the resort, each room includes a wardrobe, a TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Breakfast is available daily, and includes Full English/Irish, Asian and vegetarian options. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire and car hire are available at girilena resort. Ibbankatuwa Megalithic Tombs is 3.9 km from the accommodation, while Popham's Arboretum is 4.1 km away. The nearest airport is Sigiriya Airport, 16 km from girilena resort.Show full description
Guest House.Historic property. Great location. Surrounded by lush greenery, SA Village offers tranquil and comfortable accommodation with free WiFi access in its public areas. Operating a 24-hour front desk, it features a sun terrace and complimentary parking on site. Simply furnished, cosy rooms come with a fan, clothes rack, a desk and mosquito net. Rooms include a private bathroom equipped with shower facility, slippers and free toiletries. At SA Village, guests may rent a bicycle/car to explore the area and visit nearby attractions. Grocery deliveries, packed lunches and laundry services can be arranged upon request. Airport transfers and shuttle services are available at a surcharge. The property is within 600 metres from Dambulla Cave Temple. Anuradhapura Airport is approximately 56 km away.Show full description
In my judgement this could be the most HISTORIC guest house in Dambulla.
Guest House.Unique. Great value. Featuring free WiFi, Pawana Rest offers accommodation in Dambulla, 3 km from Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium. Free private parking is available on site. You will find a shared kitchen at the property.The attached bathrooms have hot water facility. The guest house also offers car hire.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Elegant. Great views. Offering an outdoor swimming pool and spa centre, Jetwing Lake is set in Dambulla in the Matale District Region, 6 km from Dambulla Cave Temple. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. The property features a biomass boiler, bifacial solar panels, biogas chambers, and other state of the art technology. Free private parking is available on site. Each room at this hotel is air conditioned and has a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. For your comfort, you will find bathrobes, slippers and free toiletries. Jetwing Lake features free WiFi throughout the property. You will find room service at the property.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Beautiful. Popular among couples. Featuring seating areas underneath a tropical garden canopy, this historic Sri Lanka Dambulla Rock Arch bed and breakfast is 3.1 km from Dambulla Cave Temple. Features include free breakfast and WiFi. A garden view, air conditioning, and an en suite with a rain-style shower or a bath are standard in all rooms. Dambulla Rock Arch extras include a desk, bed linen, and towels. Seating areas underneath a tropical garden canopy are available to all guests throughout their stay. A 24-hour front desk and free parking are also provided. Guests will be 2.9 km from Dambulla International Cricket Stadium and 47 minutes’ drive from seeing Sri Lankan elephants and sambar deer at Angammedilla National Park. SLAF Anuradhapura Airport is 53 km away.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Beautiful. Located in Dambulla, 27 km from Sigiriya Rock, Eco Village Kalundewa provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace. Featuring room service, this property also provides guests with a children's playground. The property is non-smoking and is situated 30 km from Pidurangala Rock. At the hotel, every room has a desk. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower, rooms at Eco Village Kalundewa also provide guests with free WiFi, while certain rooms here will provide you with a balcony. All units at the accommodation are equipped with a shared bathroom and bed linen. A buffet, Asian or vegetarian breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. Guests at Eco Village Kalundewa will be able to enjoy activities in and around Dambulla, like cycling. Dambulla Cave Temple is 8.1 km from the hotel, while Ibbankatuwa Megalithic Tombs is 11 km away. The nearest airport is Sigiriya, 24 km from Eco Village Kalundewa, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Villa.Hip. Popular among women. Located in Dambulla, 15 km from Sigiriya, hotel hideaway garage offers free WiFi. A balcony with garden views is offered in all units. Continental and Asian breakfast options are available every morning at the villa. Dambulla is 1.3 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Great value. Popular among women. Featuring a patio with mountain views, a garden and a shared lounge, Golden Rainbow Guest House can be found in Dambulla, close to Dambulla Cave Temple and 20 km from Sigiriya Rock. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. The bed and breakfast features family rooms and facilities for disabled guests. At the bed and breakfast, every unit is equipped with a desk. Featuring a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and slippers, units at the bed and breakfast also provide guests with free WiFi, while selected rooms have a balcony. At the bed and breakfast, all units are fitted with bed linen and towels. The traditional restaurant at the bed and breakfast serves local cuisine, and is open for dinner and lunch. For guests with children, Golden Rainbow Guest House provides an indoor play area. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at the accommodation, while cycling and hiking can be enjoyed nearby. Pidurangala Rock is 23 km from Golden Rainbow Guest House, while Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium is 2.8 km away. The nearest airport is Sigiriya Airport, 17 km from the bed and breakfast.Show full description
Guest House.Charming. Featuring a garden, terrace and views of garden, Vihangi Guesthouse is located in Dambulla, 20 km from Sigiriya Rock. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and a shared kitchen, along with free WiFi throughout the property. There is free private parking and the property provides paid airport shuttle service. The units at the guest house feature private entrance and soundproofing so guests can enjoy a peaceful stay. There is a seating and a dining area in all units. The units include a private bathroom, free toiletries and bed linen. A car rental service is available at the guest house. Pidurangala Rock is 23 km from Vihangi Guesthouse, while Dambulla Cave Temple is 700 metres away. The nearest airport is Sigiriya Airport, 17 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Lodge.Cool. Offering a garden, Sun and Green Lodge is situated in Dambulla. Dambulla Cave Temple is 5 km from the property while Sigiriya is 9 km away. Free WiFi is offered . Featuring a terrace, the air-conditioned accommodation comes with a seating area and a dining area. Free private parking is also available on site. Towels are available. Sun and Green Lodge also includes a barbecue. The property also offers packed lunches. Local Sri Lankan dishes can be enjoyed at the in-house restaurant. Bike hire is available at the property and the area is popular for cycling. Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium is 7 km from Sun and Green Lodge.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Relaxing atmosphere. Great bar. Located in Dambulla and with Sigiriya Rock reachable within 17 km, Tropical Life Resort and Spa provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace. This 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, evening entertainment and a shared lounge. At the hotel, all rooms are fitted with a balcony. Each room comes with air conditioning and a flat-screen TV, and certain rooms at Tropical Life Resort and Spa have a mountain view. Guest rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving American and Asian cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and halal options can also be requested. Tropical Life Resort and Spa offers a children's playground. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire and car hire are available at the hotel. There is an on-site bar and guests can also make use of the business area. Pidurangala Rock is 20 km from Tropical Life Resort and Spa, while Dambulla Cave Temple is 2.2 km away. The nearest airport is Sigiriya, 14 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Newly opened, November 2023. Situated in Dambulla, 20 km from Sigiriya Rock, Jm Resort features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace. The property is around 23 km from Pidurangala Rock, 600 metres from Dambulla Cave Temple and 3.2 km from Popham's Arboretum. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, free shuttle service and currency exchange for guests. At the hotel, the rooms come with a desk. With a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at Jm Resort also feature free WiFi. At the accommodation the rooms include bed linen and towels. Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium is 3.9 km from Jm Resort, while Ibbankatuwa Megalithic Tombs is 5.7 km from the property. The nearest airport is Sigiriya Airport, 16 km from the hotel.Show full description
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