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Hotel City Esala

2.0 star property
Hot springs hotel connected to a shopping centre in Dambulla with free parking

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A free daily manager's reception, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Hotel City Esala. Active travellers can enjoy amenities, such as a ropes course and archery, at this hotel. Guests can also expect to find a bar, a conference centre and a restaurant.

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$42
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan

Room options

View all photos for Comfort Double Room

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Comfort Double Room

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Dishwasher
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Economy Double Room, Mountain View

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Dishwasher
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 25 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Single Room, Mountain View

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Standard Single Room, Mountain View

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Dishwasher
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Single Bed

View all photos for Basic Single Room, Mountain View

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Basic Single Room, Mountain View

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Dishwasher
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 20 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Single Bed
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About the area

Located in Dambulla, Hotel City Esala is connected to a shopping centre. Sigiriya Museum and Habarana Cultural Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Ancient City of Sigiriya and Sigiriya Lion Rock. Popham's Arboretum and International Spice Walk are also worth visiting. Take some time off to enjoy the winery tours and hot springs in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like hiking/biking trails and mountain climbing nearby. Visit our Dambulla travel guide
Map
Ambepussa - Kurunegala - Trincomalee Hwy, Dambulla, CP, 21122

What's nearby

  • Dambulla is one of eight Unesco world heritage sites on Sri Lanka which we visited in 2017.
    Dambulla Cave Temple
    3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium which includes signage
    Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium
    4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Sigiriya Lion Rock, Shutterstock ID 523787728, Purchase Order: -
    Ancient City of Sigiriya
    21 min drive - 18.5 km
  • Popham's Arboretum
    8 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Sigiriya Museum
    23 min drive - 18.9 km

Restaurants

  • Araliya Bistro and Cafe
    4 min drive
  • Ariya Restaurant
    4 min drive
  • Gami Gedara
    17 min walk
  • Pizza Hut
    8 min walk
  • kashyapa
    18 min drive

About this property

Hotel City Esala

Hotel connected to a shopping centre
A free daily manager's reception, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Hotel City Esala. Adventurous travellers may like the a ropes course and archery at this hotel. A bar, a conference centre and a restaurant are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours, coffee/tea in reception and concierge services
  • Local meal delivery service, a nature reserve and meeting rooms
Room features
All guest rooms at Hotel City Esala boast thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and separate sitting areas, as well as amenities, such as safes and separate dining areas.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Changing tables, baby baths and children's dinnerware
  • Bathrooms with showers and shampoo
  • Decks/patios, separate sitting areas and separate dining areas

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Archery
  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours
  • Private wine tours
  • Ropes course
  • Vineyard
  • Wine tours
  • Winery release events

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • Baby bath
  • Changing table
  • Children's books
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's games
  • In-room babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • Conference centre
  • Coworking space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve
  • Vineyard

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Chef service
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Meal delivery service
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laundry detergent
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property only accepts cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel City Esala pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel City Esala?

As of 21 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel City Esala on 29 Jan 2026 start from NZ$41.65, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Hotel City Esala?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel City Esala?

Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Hotel City Esala?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Hotel City Esala located?

Located in the heart of Dambulla, this hotel is within 3 miles (5 km) of Dambulla Cave Temple, Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium and Popham's Arboretum. Sigiriya Museum and Ancient City of Sigiriya are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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