Rathmalgahaela road Vihara Junction, Dambulla, 21100 Dambulla, Sri Lanka
#32 of 46 hotels in Dambulla
Guests' ChoiceBased on 235 hotel reviews
7.9Cleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Location
8.2
Facilities
7.8
Staff
8.8
Value for money
8.1
Free WiFi
8.1
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 20 April 2024
Rosie
United KingdomDambulla itself is very quiet so we needed tuktuks to get us up to where a few restaurants were. The room was a bit tired and could have done with a refresh but excellent value for money despite this for a place to lay your head.
The staff were incredibly friendly, location great for the Cave temple. Pool an excellent addition.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 28 March 2024
Senarath
Sri LankaStill constructions are going on but happily didn’t irritate us to any extent.
Very friendly cheerful and helpful staff all round
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 3 March 2024
James
United KingdomUnfortunately not a suitable cot available
Very friendly staff, short walk from Dambulla cave temple
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 15 February 2024
Ian
United KingdomThere was a wedding on one day which took over the hotel, the music was loud! On our last day, a bus full of children arrived and took over the pool, and then stayed the night and took over the hotel. Hotel is used for local events, and not just tourists, and as the hotel is small, this has an affect.
Very close to Dambulla Cave Temple, and Sigiriya Rock Fortress is easily reachable by tuktuk. Food was good and staff were pleasant and welcoming, although communication with some staff was difficult. Lovely pool which we were lucky enough to have to ourselves for a couple of afternoons. Wonderful views from the balcony of the deluxe family room, and some amazing bird life to watch.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 31 December 2023
Janitha
Sri LankaNothing realy to highlight.
Breakfast is worth for what i paid and staff is friendly with always a smile. Highly appreciate the service was given.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 29 December 2023
Mudit
SwedenWater in one of the washrooms was with low water pressure.
Staff was helping and friendly. Large rooms.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 29 December 2023
Kalai
IndiaGood location
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 20 December 2023
Al
PakistanThey should have lift system if possible as for my family they are bit older people so it was bit difficult to go to our room.
The view from the pool area and room was really fantastic. Especially when clouds come in. Breakfast was normal. They have omlette, sausages, some curries etc. But taste was normal not that bad not that good. They have fridge in their room.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 20 December 2023
Ravindra
Sri Lankastaff was friendly and helpful! Special Thank to Tharaka who assisted with a late booking.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 18 December 2023
Rob
NetherlandsRestaurant staff is kind of clumsy.
Nice big balcony with a lovely view
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 2 December 2023
Martin
SloveniaNothing, everything was fine
good
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 29 November 2023
Agnieszka
PolandNot usable structure of room, personel who does not understand English (ex we receive different dishes in the restaurant than we ordered), restaurant with only few bewerages like Coca Cola, sprite, no juices, no beer (even non-alcoholic), very long time of waiting for warm water
Nice comfortable room with comfortable beds
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 16 November 2023
Zienat
NetherlandsLittle insects in the room because of the location in the middle of the mountains and nature. Little far from downtown, because it"s located high.
The view from the balcony was mesmarizing with monkeys, beautifull birds and scuirls. Good warm shower and nice bed. The best breakfast in Sri Lanka. Host is really sweet and helpfull.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 18 October 2023
Pablo
SpainCleanliness could be improved a little bit.
The swimming pool is great. Breakfast and dinner from the kitchen are really tasty. Location is fine as well for visiting the main places in the Cultural Triangle. Staff also facilitated the tours and vehicle drivers for visiting these spots.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 8 October 2023
Andrea
United KingdomNothing to dislike as such, just as I said the room was rather small.
I stayed in room #202, a rather small room to be honest but I was only there for 2 nights. The room came with a kettle, tea / coffee, refrigerator, a/c, tv, and good wifi. The washroom needs attention, it was clean but not exceptionally so. The food I ordered was delicious, very well presented and fairly priced also. They had a good extensive menu to order lunch / dinner.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 17 September 2023
Dominik
GermanyDidn't ask for breakfast preferences, we got meat although we are vegetarian
Really friendly Staff
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 29 August 2023
José
Spain-
The staff was super friendly and helpful, the swimming pool is nice and the hotel is very close to Rangiri Dambulla Uyanwaththa Viharaya
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 19 August 2023
Wimalasiri
Sri LankaThe shower
I am both lactose & gluten intolerant. Food was made according to meet those requirements.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 10 August 2023
Gunasekara
Sri LankaBathroom
Pool and location
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 8 August 2023
Agnieszka
PolandAll was ok
Very nice and helpful personel, spacious rooms, good kitchen, clean swimming pool,
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 6 August 2023
Lahiru
Sri LankaNot enough size of rooms,(superior double room)
Worth for price
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 6 August 2023
Melina
CyprusI hoped it would be cleaner overall. The room sink was leaking so there was a strong sewage smell. Sri Lankan people burn their garbage and unfortunately the neighbor was burning his stuff right next to our bedroom so some smoke came into the room.
Food was very nice. It was surrounded by beautiful nature. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Swimming pool was nice. It’s close to the tourist attractions.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 30 July 2023
Susitha
Sri LankaStaff was super friendly, and the resident manager Pasan was so caring.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 28 July 2023
Danielle
United KingdomThe staff were very friendly especially the receptionist and restaurant manager. They arranged airport taxi for us as well as an early checkin. The location was safe and the room has good air conditioning.
Stayed in July 2023
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