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1. Amaya Lake Dambulla

Amaya Lake Dambulla
Kandalama
Denmark
Kim
NZ$158
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Amaya Lake Dambulla

2. Heritance Kandalama

Heritance Kandalama
Kandalama
Hong Kong SAR China
Neil C
NZ$408
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Heritance Kandalama

3. Lake Lodge Boutique Hotel Kandalama

Lake Lodge Boutique Hotel Kandalama
Kandalama
United States
Anonymous traveller
NZ$363
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Lake Lodge Boutique Hotel Kandalama

4. Pura Handa Home Stay

Pura Handa Home Stay
dambulla
NZ$36
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Pura Handa Home Stay

5. AARA Wild Sigiriya

AARA Wild Sigiriya
Kandalama
United Kingdom
Lauren
NZ$1,122
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
AARA Wild Sigiriya

6. Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort

Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort
Sigiriya
United States
Gloria
NZ$315
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort

7. Kassapa Lion Rock

Kassapa Lion Rock
Sigiriya
Australia
Nikhil
NZ$121
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Kassapa Lion Rock

8. Hotel Freedom Village

Hotel Freedom Village
Dambulla
NZ$51
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Hotel Freedom Village

9. Eden Grand

Eden Grand
Dambulla
Canada
Suthan
NZ$67
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Eden Grand

10. SALUDIYA RETREAT RESORT AND SPA

SALUDIYA RETREAT RESORT AND SPA
Dambulla
NZ$145
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
SALUDIYA RETREAT RESORT AND SPA

11. La Cloudz Sigiriya

La Cloudz Sigiriya
Sigiriya
United Kingdom
Gayle
NZ$152
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
La Cloudz Sigiriya

12. Pahana Village Sigiriya

Pahana Village Sigiriya
Sigiriya
NZ$107
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Pahana Village Sigiriya

13. Sigiriya King's Resort

Sigiriya King's Resort
Sigiriya
United States
Yasser
NZ$301
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Sigiriya King's Resort

14. Lario Resort Sigiriya

Lario Resort Sigiriya
Inamaluwa
United States
Keyla
NZ$167
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Lario Resort Sigiriya

15. Hotel Sigiriyaaya - Jetwing Select

Hotel Sigiriyaaya - Jetwing Select
Sigiriya
United Kingdom
Bhanu
NZ$83
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Hotel Sigiriyaaya - Jetwing Select

16. Hotel Sigiriya

Hotel Sigiriya
Sigiriya
United Kingdom
Fatima
NZ$207
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Hotel Sigiriya

17. Elysia Sigiriya Hotel

Elysia Sigiriya Hotel
Dambulla
United Kingdom
Saulius
NZ$155
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Elysia Sigiriya Hotel

18. Wild Grass Nature Resort

Wild Grass Nature Resort
Dambulla
France
Alexandra
NZ$584
includes taxes & fees
19 Sept - 20 Sept
Wild Grass Nature Resort

19. Sigiriya Cashew Palace Resort

Sigiriya Cashew Palace Resort
Diganpathaha
United States
Agnes
NZ$79
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Sigiriya Cashew Palace Resort

20. Coffee House Resort Dambulla,Sigiriya

Coffee House Resort Dambulla,Sigiriya
Dambulla
United States
Kathleen
NZ$68
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Coffee House Resort Dambulla,Sigiriya
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Nestled beside Kandalama Lake, this tranquil retreat offers spectacular views of Sigiriya Rock and wildlife-rich jeep safaris in nearby Minneriya National Park. Climb the ancient Dambulla Cave Temple to discover golden Buddha statues, then cool off with a refreshing swim in the hotel's infinity pool.

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A large lake surrounded by dense forest and hills.

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Recent Reviews in Kandalama

Flower Garden Eco Village

Flower Garden Eco Village

8/10 Good
"Room Electricals need some maintenance our bedside lamps were not working. Wardrobe inside finishing was incomplete - but otherwise an excellent location and hotel. Food and pool were great"
Sohrab 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Flower Garden Eco Village
AARA Wild Sigiriya

AARA Wild Sigiriya

10/10 Excellent
"Aara Wild near Sigiriya was the highlight of our whole Sri Lanka trip. From arrival, the warmth of the welcome set the tone – every member of staff, from housekeeping to guides to the kitchen team, was genuinely, unfailingly lovely. It’s rare to feel so looked after and so at ease at once. The activities were fantastic and varied: a sunset walk with incredible views, a relaxed afternoon tea, a chef’s dinner served poolside under the stars, and a hands-on cooking class. Each felt personal rather than a standard “resort activity.” We travelled with our two young children, and the way the team engaged with them was special – patient, warm and encouraging, and our kids left having formed real bonds with staff. Our 5 year old was in tears when we had to leave, and honestly I was close!! The wildlife was extraordinary right on the doorstep – elephants, lizards, eagles, even a water snake, all without going far. The biodiversity made every walk feel like a small safari. The natural pool was a wonderful centrepiece, and having a private pool at our room too meant we always had the choice of a sociable swim or quiet family time. And the food was genuinely fabulous throughout. Chef was brilliant and we feel ready to have a go at home with all his top tips! If I had to sum it up: Aara Wild isn’t just a beautiful place, it’s full of beautiful people. We’d go back in a heartbeat. Please book Aara!"
Lauren 6-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
AARA Wild Sigiriya
Kassapa Lion Rock

Kassapa Lion Rock

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful setting for this lovely hotel. Staff were so friendly and helpful. We all enjoyed the Spa treatments. Food was very good. We loved the buffet option at night. If you need a fridge or hairdryer in your room you only need to ask."
Janice 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Kassapa Lion Rock
Hotel Sigiriya

Hotel Sigiriya

8/10 Good
"We had a great stay at Hotel Sigiriya! The views of Sigiriya Rock were beautiful, and we really enjoyed the breakfast. Our room was on the smaller side, but it was comfortable enough for our stay. The pool looked lovely as well, although unfortunately we didn’t get a chance to use it. There were two disappointments during our stay. First, before arriving, I contacted the hotel management to request a simple birthday surprise—a decorated room with a “Happy Birthday” message and a small cake. The hotel acknowledged the request, and I even noticed it written in the corner of our check-in paperwork. Unfortunately, the request was overlooked and the surprise never happened. It was a missed opportunity to make an already wonderful stay truly special. Hopefully, they can follow through next time! The second disappointment was on our second day. The cleaning staff made an elephant out of towels and placed it on our bed. When we dismantled it to use the towels, we realized that they appeared to be our previously used towels. We found this quite concerning and unsanitary, especially since used towels had been arranged and placed directly on the bed. Despite these issues, we had a lovely overall stay, enjoyed the beautiful surroundings, and appreciated the friendly service. With a little more attention to these details, the hotel could make the experience truly exceptional. We would consider staying again and hope for an even better experience next time."
Ryan Angelo 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Hotel Sigiriya
Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort

Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Staff were excellent and made every effort to make our stay comfortable. Food was fresh and delicious. We recommend keeping the spa open till later in the day although we note the concern about wild elephants and safety. Overall a great place and we would love to come back"
Jith 1-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort
Sigiriya Jungles

Sigiriya Jungles

10/10 Excellent
"An amazing place in the middle of the jungle. Monkeys. Lizards? Butterflies all around this resort. Amazing staff. Amazing spa both Rajitha and Erandi treated me and my girlfriend with a 90 minute massage. The massage is very relaxing not like a Thai, Swedish or sports massage. The food is varied and good. Loved the breakfast because of the omelette station. Had dinner there one evening and the options were amazing. Local food is really good I would advise anyone to try local before sticking to their home country food like spaghetti. Perfectly located to visit the Rocks for the hikes. Perfectly located to visit the elephants and wildlife in Minneriya Park. We visited in August. Often find Geckos in your room which is fine as your in a jungle, if you don’t like nature then not sure what to tell you. The showers were very nice. Didn’t go in the pool but the monkeys did 😂 Great resort would recommend to anyone wanting to visit Sirigiya."
Alex 3-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Sigiriya Jungles
Jetwing Vil Uyana, A Luxury Reserve

Jetwing Vil Uyana, A Luxury Reserve

10/10 Excellent
"Overall, we really enjoyed our experience at jet wing! We came for our honeymoon and our butler did a fantastic job of making it special for us. From the service we got at check-in to check out the staff was great! We really enjoyed the excursions offered by the hotel like birdwatching in the morning. The food was all delicious and we especially liked the morning breakfast. We recommend jetwing to others on their honeymoon, but also saw a lot of families and seemed like a great place for groups as well."
Gregory 3-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
Jetwing Vil Uyana, A Luxury Reserve
Eden Grand

Eden Grand

10/10 Excellent
"The breakfast and customer service was amazing"
Suthan 1-night trip
Posted 10 days ago
Eden Grand
Amaya Lake Dambulla

Amaya Lake Dambulla

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent service and beautiful hotel. Great spa. Highly recommended"
Ivantha Tharindranath 1-night trip
Posted 10 days ago
Amaya Lake Dambulla

More cheap accommodation in Kandalama

Sigiri Thilanka Rest

Sigiri Thilanka Rest

No 207 Ehalagala, Inamaluwa Road Sigiriya
NZ$33
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (34 reviews)
Sigiri Thilanka Rest
Hungry Lion Sigiriya

Hungry Lion Sigiriya

Main Road Sigiriya Central Province
NZ$38
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (44 reviews)
Hungry Lion Sigiriya
Green Hut Nature Resort

Green Hut Nature Resort

New Town Rd Sigiriya Central Province
NZ$65
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (8 reviews)
Green Hut Nature Resort
Hotel Sigiriyaaya - Jetwing Select

Hotel Sigiriyaaya - Jetwing Select

70 Rangirigama Rd Sigiriya Central Province
NZ$83
11 Sept - 12 Sept
includes taxes & fees
9.8/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
Hotel Sigiriyaaya - Jetwing Select
The Otunna Guest House

The Otunna Guest House

No 104/A Kalapuraya Sigiriya CP
NZ$99
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
10/10 Exceptional! (17 reviews)
The Otunna Guest House
Sundaras Family Suites

Sundaras Family Suites

189 Kandy Road Dambulla CP
NZ$138
4 Sept - 5 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Sundaras Family Suites

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Kandalama?
The best area to stay in Kandalama is directly around Kandalama Lake, offering immediate access to the natural beauty and tranquillity of the region.This area is primarily known for its direct connection to the stunning Kandalama Lake and the surrounding lush forest. It's a serene location, superb for those seeking a peaceful retreat away from the hustle and bustle. The main draw is the opportunity to enjoy nature, with views of the lake and the Sigiriya rock fortress in the distance.Couples looking for a romantic and secluded getaway will find this area particularly appealing. The hotels here often provide opportunities for quiet walks, birdwatching, and enjoying the natural surroundings. It's an ideal base for exploring the Cultural Triangle while returning to a peaceful setting each evening.Families, especially those with an interest in nature and wildlife, will also appreciate staying by Kandalama Lake. Many hotels offer activities like boat safaris on the lake or guided nature walks, providing engaging experiences for all ages.
What are the best hotels in Kandalama that travellers recommend?
Two of the best hotels in Kandalama that receive consistently high recommendations from travellers are the Amaya Lake Dambulla and the Heritance Kandalama.The 4-star Amaya Lake Dambulla, with an 8.6 rating, is frequently praised for its excellent and lovely staff, and its excellent food. The hotel features a poolside bar, a resort structure, and premium bedding. Guests can also enjoy outdoor tennis facilities and 24-hour room service.Another highly recommended option is the 5-star Heritance Kandalama, which has a superb 9.0 rating. Guests often highlight the attentive and amazing staff, the unique and amazing location, and the wonderful service. This hotel offers premium bedding, air conditioning, and bathrobes, with many rooms providing beautiful lake or mountain views. It also provides convenient 24-hour room service.
What are the best family hotels in Kandalama?
For families travelling to Kandalama, the Heritance Kandalama and the Amaya Lake Dambulla are excellent choices.The 5-star Heritance Kandalama, with a superb rating of 9.0, offers a range of family-friendly amenities including onsite babysitting and childcare services, complimentary cribs, and a child-friendly window design for added peace of mind. Guests often praise the attentive and amazing staff, as well as its unique and amazing location with mountain views.Another great option is the 4-star Amaya Lake Dambulla, which has a rating of 8.6. This hotel provides onsite babysitting and childcare, along with a complimentary children's club. An airport shuttle service is also available for convenience. Guests frequently highlight the excellent and lovely staff, as well as the excellent food.
What are the best 5-star hotels in Kandalama?
For a superb 5-star hotel in Kandalama, Heritance Kandalama is an excellent option that comes highly recommended.This 5-star hotel boasts an impressive 9.0 rating and is frequently praised by guests for its attentive and amazing staff, as well as its unique and amazing location. Guests can enjoy wonderful service, premium bedding, and air conditioning for a comfortable stay. Many rooms offer stunning lake views or mountain views, and for added luxury, bathrobes are provided. The hotel also offers 24-hour room service, ensuring convenience at any time.
Are there any all-inclusive hotels in Kandalama?
Yes, there is an all-inclusive hotel in Kandalama, the Heritance Kandalama.The 5-star Heritance Kandalama, with an excellent 9.0 rating, offers an all-inclusive stay. Guests consistently highlight the attentive and amazing staff, along with its unique and amazing location. The hotel provides a full-service spa with a sauna, steam room, and a variety of treatments including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic treatments, body scrubs, manicures and pedicures, massage, facial treatments, and body treatments. For those who enjoy outdoor activities, mountain biking is available nearby, and the hotel offers mountain views.
What are the best spa hotels in Kandalama?
The best spa hotels in Kandalama include Heritance Kandalama, Lake Lodge Boutique Hotel Kandalama, and Amaya Lake Dambulla.The 5-star Heritance Kandalama, with a 9.0 rating, offers an extensive spa experience. Guests can enjoy a full-service spa with a sauna, steam room, and a variety of treatments including body scrubs, aromatherapy, massages, Ayurvedic treatments, and facials. Manicures and pedicures are also available. Reviewers frequently highlight the attentive and amazing staff, and the unique and amazing location.Another excellent choice is the 4.5-star Lake Lodge Boutique Hotel Kandalama, which has an outstanding 9.6 rating. This hotel provides an onsite spa with treatment rooms, including specific rooms for couples' treatments. Guests can indulge in massages, Ayurvedic treatments, body treatments, and facials.The 4-star Amaya Lake Dambulla, rated 8.6, also features an inviting spa. It offers a full-service spa with facilities for couples' treatments, and a selection of services such as Ayurvedic treatments, massages, body treatments, and facials. Visitors often praise the excellent and lovely staff, and the excellent food.
What hotels in Kandalama offer free breakfast?
In Kandalama, the Lake Lodge Boutique Hotel Kandalama offers complimentary breakfast.The 4.5-star Lake Lodge Boutique Hotel Kandalama, with an excellent 9.6 rating, provides a free cooked breakfast daily, ensuring a great start to your day. This hotel also offers a 24-hour airport shuttle, free nearby parking, and complimentary WiFi. They also provide free toiletries and cribs for families.
What are the most romantic hotels in Kandalama for couples?
For a romantic getaway in Kandalama, couples will find exceptional choices in the Heritance Kandalama and the Lake Lodge Boutique Hotel Kandalama.The 5-star Heritance Kandalama, boasting an impressive 9.0 rating, offers a truly great experience with stunning mountain views and a full-service spa. Couples can indulge in a variety of treatments, including aromatherapy, massages, and Ayurvedic treatments. Guests frequently praise the attentive and amazing staff, as well as the hotel's unique and amazing location.Another excellent option for couples is the 4.5-star Lake Lodge Boutique Hotel Kandalama, which has an outstanding 9.6 rating. This hotel provides a serene setting with mountain views and offers couples treatment rooms for a private and relaxing experience. It also provides a complimentary cooked breakfast and free Wi-Fi, adding to the convenience and comfort of your stay.
When is the best time to go to Kandalama?
The best time to go to Kandalama is during the dry season, which runs from April to September. This period offers consistently pleasant weather, making it ideal for exploring the cultural triangle and enjoying outdoor activities.During these months, you can expect plenty of sunshine and minimal rainfall, ensuring comfortable conditions for visiting ancient sites like Sigiriya and Dambulla Cave Temple. The clear skies are great for hot air balloon rides over the landscape, offering breathtaking views. This is an excellent time for couples looking for a romantic and adventure-filled getaway.While October to March is still a good time to visit, it falls within the monsoon season. You might experience occasional showers, especially in the afternoons. However, the rain often brings a lush green landscape, and the temperatures remain warm, making it perfectly suitable for those who don't mind a bit of rain and prefer fewer crowds.
Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?
You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, although it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if cancelled within 24 to 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to 'My Trips' and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by 'Fully refundable property' for hotels in Kandalama.
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How much is the nightly rate for a hotel in Kandalama?
Prices for hotels in Kandalama often vary, but you can find a great deal from NZ$28 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by 'Price: low to high' for our cheapest rates.

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