Twilight aerial view of Heritance Kandalama hotel built into the hillside, illuminated windows amid dense green forest and mountains

Heritance Kandalama, Dambulla located in a serene area of the mountainside overlooking the Kandalama Lake and the Sigiriya Rock Fortress, provides guests an ambience of luxury and sophistication. Heritance Kandalama, Dambulla set amidst the all green tropical landscape and providing a host of luxurious facilities, guests always prefer to wander back to this dreamy location. From timber paneled rooms to an infinity pool and restaurants to relish local and international cuisine as well as luxurious spa treatments, the service quality of the hotel will always make you feel relaxed.

Designed by renowned architect Geoffrey Bawa, this is one of Sri Lanka’s signature hotels. With 152 rooms, the hulking edifice emerges from the forest like a lost city, its walls and roofs covered in vines. Light floods into the beautifully appointed rooms.

Infinity pool at Heritance Kandalama with guests swimming, overlooking the Kandalama Wewa reservoir
there’s an infinity pool overlooking the Kandalama Wewa.

A tranquil retreat perched on hills, Heritance Kandalama offers panoramic views of the Sigiriya Rocks. Boasting a spectacular architecture, this unique design hotel provides 3 impressive pools and exotic activities like bird watching. Kandalama Heritance is a 20-minute drive from UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the 2,000-year-old cave temple at Dambulla and the Sigiriya rock fortress. The 5-star hotel is a 3.5-hour drive from the airport. The spacious rooms are fitted with rattan furniture and timber panels. Each comes with a private bathroom featuring oversized glass walls that allow much natural light in. The hotel features tennis courts, a well-equipped gym and the well-known Coco Spa. To enjoy Sri Lanka’s breathtaking natural landscapes, the hotel offers various excursions like mountain cycling excursions and lake safaris. Start the day with breakfast on the lake or enjoy a memorable dining experience in the nearby cave. The Kanchana Restaurant offers daily themed nights with international cuisine. Views of the Sigiriya citadel and the Kandalama Lake accompany meals. (Source: booking.com)

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Accommodation

The 152 rooms at Heritance Kandalama showcase the architectural genius of Geoffrey Bawa Split between two wings, all rooms overlook the Kandalama tank and forest. Those in the Dambulla wing also have views of the enormous Buddha on Dambulla Rock, while rooms in the Sigiriya wing look out over the famous rock fortress. Every room is set at a different angle from its neighbours, so the view from each is unique. Rooms type: Superior Rooms / Panoramic Room / Luxury Room/ Luxury Panoramic / Deluxe Room / Suite /Royal Suite..

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Facilities

  • 152 Guestrooms
  • Multiple dining venues, including Kanchana Restaurant, Kaludiya Restaurant, and Café Kachchan, plus a lounge, bar, and exclusive cave dining
  • Full-service spa
  • 3 outdoor pools, including a Geoffrey Bawa–designed infinity pool overlooking Kandalama Wewa
  • Fitness center
  • In-room childcare
  • Terrace
  • Free WiFi and free parking
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Things To Do

The hotel’s three pools (including the Geoffrey Bawa–designed infinity pool) are detailed above; additional recreational amenities include a spa tub, sauna, and fitness center.

Kandalam Lake
Elephant Tours
Eco tours
on site Bicycle rentals on site Mountain Yoga at Heritance  Kandalama
Hiking/biking trails nearby

Sigiriya, Dambulla

Nearby attractions

  • Dambulla Cave Temple – 6.2 mi / 10 km
  • Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium – 7.9 mi / 12.8 km
  • Sigiriya Museum – 14.8 mi / 23.8 km
  • Ancient City of Sigiriya – 15.2 mi / 24.4 km
  • Pidurangala Rock – 16.5 mi / 26.6 km
  • Wasgamuwa National Park – 19.8 mi / 31.9 km
  • Nalanda Gedige – 20.9 mi / 33.7 km
  • Minneriya National Park – 23.2 mi / 37.3 km
  • Ritigala Ruins – 27.2 mi / 43.8 km
  • Aukana Buddhist Statue – 31.8 mi / 51.2 km

It’s a Romantic Escape for Nature Lover’s

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“A beautifully designed hotel integrates to the nature. It is in the middle of jungle and you see many wild animals on your way to the hotel.
Great food and welcome drink. Facility was amazing with a gym, two pools, library etc.
Definitely worth staying to experience the great architect’s master piece!”

Sumudu Ranasinghe – PremiumTrvelog.com

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Heritance Kandalama,
PO Box 11, Dambulla,
Sri Lanka
Tel : +94 66 5555 000,
Fax : +94 66 5555 050
https://www.heritancehotels.com/kandalama/

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who designed Heritance Kandalama?

The hotel was designed by renowned Sri Lankan architect Geoffrey Bawa, built into the hillside overlooking Kandalama Lake and forest.

How far is Heritance Kandalama from Sigiriya and Dambulla?

It’s about a 20-minute drive to both the Dambulla Cave Temple and the Sigiriya Rock Fortress, and roughly 3.5 hours from the airport.

What’s included at the hotel?

152 rooms split across two wings, multiple restaurants, an infinity pool overlooking the reservoir, a spa, gym, and excursions like lake safaris, elephant tours, and mountain cycling.

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