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Heritance Kandalama
Rural Hotel
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
Superior King
- Free WiFi
- Air Conditioning
- Attached Bathroom
- Garden View
- Patio
- Flat-screen TV
- Soundproof
- Minibar
- Bathrobe
- Safe
- Hardwood Or Parquet Floors
- Sofa
- Fan
- Towels
- Ironing Facilities
- Sitting Area
- Free Toiletries
- Bedside Socket
- Tea/Coffee Maker
- Slippers
- Hairdryer
- TV
- Linens
- Toilet
- Electric Kettle
- Telephone
- Shower
- Bidet
- Cable Channels
- Wardrobe Or Closet
- Toilet Paper
- Satellite Channels
- Bathtub
- Bathroom
Beds: One king bed
Rooms are located from the 2nd to the 5th floor of the Dambulla Wing of the hotel. Each comes with a private bathroom featuring oversize glass walls.
Luxury King Room
- Free WiFi
- Air Conditioning
- Attached Bathroom
- Garden View
- Patio
- Flat-screen TV
- Soundproof
- Minibar
- Bathrobe
- Safe
- Hardwood Or Parquet Floors
- Sofa
- Fan
- Towels
- Ironing Facilities
- Sitting Area
- Free Toiletries
- Bedside Socket
- Tea/Coffee Maker
- Slippers
- Hairdryer
- TV
- Linens
- Toilet
- Electric Kettle
- Telephone
- Shower
- Bidet
- Cable Channels
- Wardrobe Or Closet
- Toilet Paper
- Satellite Channels
- Bathtub
- Bathroom
Beds: One king bed
Spacious rooms are fitted with free Wi-Fi. Includes a cable/satellite TV, mini-bar and personal safe. The stylish glass bathroom has a shower.
Deluxe King Room
- Free WiFi
- Air Conditioning
- Attached Bathroom
- Lake View
- Patio
- Flat-screen TV
- Soundproof
- Minibar
- Bathrobe
- Safe
- Hardwood Or Parquet Floors
- Sofa
- Fan
- Towels
- Ironing Facilities
- Sitting Area
- Free Toiletries
- Bedside Socket
- Tea/Coffee Maker
- Slippers
- Hairdryer
- TV
- Linens
- Toilet
- Electric Kettle
- Telephone
- Shower
- Bidet
- Cable Channels
- Wardrobe Or Closet
- Toilet Paper
- Satellite Channels
- Bathtub
- Bathroom
Beds: One king bed
Spacious rooms are fitted with free Wi-Fi. Includes a cable/satellite TV, mini-bar and personal safe. The stylish glass bathroom has a shower and spa bathtub.
Panoramic King
- Free WiFi
- Air Conditioning
- Attached Bathroom
- View
- Patio
- Flat-screen TV
- Soundproof
- Minibar
- Bathrobe
- Safe
- Hardwood Or Parquet Floors
- Sofa
- Fan
- Towels
- Ironing Facilities
- Sitting Area
- Free Toiletries
- Bedside Socket
- Tea/Coffee Maker
- Slippers
- Hairdryer
- TV
- Linens
- Toilet
- Electric Kettle
- Telephone
- Shower
- Bidet
- Cable Channels
- Wardrobe Or Closet
- Toilet Paper
- Satellite Channels
- Bathtub
- Bathroom
Beds: One king bed
These rooms offer free Wi-Fi. Includes a cable/satellite TV, mini-bar and personal safe. The stylish glass bathroom has a shower.
Suite
- Free WiFi
- Air Conditioning
- Attached Bathroom
- Lake View
- Mountain View
- Patio
- Flat-screen TV
- Soundproof
- Bathrobe
- Safe
- Hardwood Or Parquet Floors
- Sofa
- Fan
- Towels
- Ironing Facilities
- Sitting Area
- Free Toiletries
- Bedside Socket
- Tea/Coffee Maker
- Slippers
- Hairdryer
- TV
- Linens
- Minibar
- Toilet
- Electric Kettle
- Telephone
- Shower
- Bidet
- Cable Channels
- Wardrobe Or Closet
- Toilet Paper
- Satellite Channels
- Bathtub
- Bathroom
Beds: One queen bed
This spacious suite comes with 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. The air-conditioned suite features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, soundproof walls, a mini-bar, a tea and coffee maker as well as lake views. The unit has 1 bed.
Luxury Suite
- Free WiFi
- Air Conditioning
- Attached Bathroom
- Lake View
- Mountain View
- Patio
- Flat-screen TV
- Soundproof
- Bathrobe
- Safe
- Hardwood Or Parquet Floors
- Sofa
- Fan
- Towels
- Ironing Facilities
- Sitting Area
- Free Toiletries
- Bedside Socket
- Tea/Coffee Maker
- Slippers
- Hairdryer
- TV
- Linens
- Minibar
- Toilet
- Electric Kettle
- Telephone
- Shower
- Bidet
- Cable Channels
- Wardrobe Or Closet
- Toilet Paper
- Satellite Channels
- Bathtub
- Bathroom
Beds: One sofa bed, One queen bed
This spacious suite consists of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. The air-conditioned suite provides a flat-screen TV with cable channels, soundproof walls, a mini-bar, a tea and coffee maker as well as lake views. The unit offers 2 beds.
Royal Suite
- Free WiFi
- Air Conditioning
- Attached Bathroom
- Lake View
- Mountain View
- Patio
- Flat-screen TV
- Soundproof
- Bathrobe
- Safe
- Hardwood Or Parquet Floors
- Sofa
- Fan
- Towels
- Ironing Facilities
- Sitting Area
- Free Toiletries
- Bedside Socket
- Tea/Coffee Maker
- Slippers
- Hairdryer
- TV
- Linens
- Minibar
- Toilet
- Electric Kettle
- Telephone
- Shower
- Bidet
- Cable Channels
- Wardrobe Or Closet
- Toilet Paper
- Satellite Channels
- Bathtub
- Bathroom
Beds: One queen bed, One sofa bed
Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this suite includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bath and a bidet. The spacious air-conditioned suite provides a flat-screen TV with cable channels, soundproof walls, a mini-bar, a tea and coffee maker as well as lake views. The unit offers 2 beds.
Luxury Twin Room
- Free WiFi
- Air Conditioning
- Attached Bathroom
- Garden View
- Patio
- Flat-screen TV
- Soundproof
- Minibar
- Bathrobe
- Safe
- Hardwood Or Parquet Floors
- Sofa
- Fan
- Towels
- Ironing Facilities
- Sitting Area
- Free Toiletries
- Bedside Socket
- Tea/Coffee Maker
- Slippers
- Hairdryer
- TV
- Linens
- Toilet
- Electric Kettle
- Telephone
- Shower
- Bidet
- Cable Channels
- Wardrobe Or Closet
- Toilet Paper
- Satellite Channels
- Bathtub
- Bathroom
Beds: One twin bed
Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bath and a bidet. The spacious air-conditioned twin room offers a flat-screen TV with cable channels, soundproof walls, a mini-bar, a tea and coffee maker as well as garden views. The unit has 1 bed.
Deluxe Twin Room
- Free WiFi
- Air Conditioning
- Attached Bathroom
- Lake View
- Patio
- Flat-screen TV
- Soundproof
- Minibar
- Bathrobe
- Safe
- Hardwood Or Parquet Floors
- Sofa
- Fan
- Towels
- Ironing Facilities
- Sitting Area
- Free Toiletries
- Bedside Socket
- Tea/Coffee Maker
- Slippers
- Hairdryer
- TV
- Linens
- Toilet
- Electric Kettle
- Telephone
- Shower
- Bidet
- Cable Channels
- Wardrobe Or Closet
- Toilet Paper
- Satellite Channels
- Bathtub
- Bathroom
Beds: One twin bed
Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bath and a bidet. The spacious air-conditioned twin room offers a flat-screen TV with cable channels, soundproof walls, a mini-bar, a tea and coffee maker as well as lake views. The unit offers 1 bed.
Luxury Panoramic King Room
- Free WiFi
- Air Conditioning
- Attached Bathroom
- Lake View
- Patio
- Flat-screen TV
- Soundproof
- Minibar
- Bathrobe
- Safe
- Hardwood Or Parquet Floors
- Sofa
- Fan
- Towels
- Ironing Facilities
- Sitting Area
- Free Toiletries
- Bedside Socket
- Tea/Coffee Maker
- Slippers
- Hairdryer
- TV
- Linens
- Toilet
- Electric Kettle
- Telephone
- Shower
- Bidet
- Cable Channels
- Wardrobe Or Closet
- Toilet Paper
- Satellite Channels
- Bathtub
- Bathroom
Beds: One king bed
Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this quadruple room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bath and a bidet. The spacious air-conditioned quadruple room provides a flat-screen TV with cable channels, soundproof walls, a mini-bar, a tea and coffee maker as well as lake views. The unit offers 1 bed.
Luxury Panoramic Twin Room
- Free WiFi
- Air Conditioning
- Attached Bathroom
- Lake View
- Patio
- Flat-screen TV
- Soundproof
- Minibar
- Bathrobe
- Safe
- Hardwood Or Parquet Floors
- Sofa
- Fan
- Towels
- Ironing Facilities
- Sitting Area
- Free Toiletries
- Bedside Socket
- Tea/Coffee Maker
- Slippers
- Hairdryer
- TV
- Linens
- Toilet
- Electric Kettle
- Telephone
- Shower
- Bidet
- Cable Channels
- Wardrobe Or Closet
- Toilet Paper
- Satellite Channels
- Bathtub
- Bathroom
Beds: One twin bed
Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bath and a bidet. The spacious air-conditioned twin room provides a flat-screen TV with cable channels, soundproof walls, a mini-bar, a tea and coffee maker as well as lake views. The unit offers 1 bed.
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
Hotel Reviews
Location Sleep Quality Rooms Service
Value Cleanliness
All staff really friendly and helpful. Especially Danushka who served us our cold beers after a long day in the heat! Hotel spotlessly clean.
Kandalama is a 5 star hotel which is in a stunning location overlooking a serene lake. This hotel offers breathtaking views and unforgettable experience. The savour culinary in the main restaurant...
We recently returned to Heritance Kandalama as a family, having last visited over 20 years ago, and it remains just as remarkable as we remembered. The setting is simply magical, seamlessly...
This hotel is spectacular! It is situated overlooking a beautiful lake with great facilities. I would have liked to stay longer but on a tour. The staff were so helpful and very friendly!
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