Heritance Kandalama

5.0 star property

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Deluxe King with Jaccuzi | Jetted tub
Balcony
4 restaurants, breakfast served

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
Kandalama Lake front, Kandalama, 21100
  • Dambulla Cave Temple
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Ancient City of Sigiriya
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Pidurangala Rock
    ‪44 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 36 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior King

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe King with Jaccuzi

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Twin Room

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Panoramic King

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Luxury King with Bathtub

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Panoramic King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 53 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Panoramic Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 33 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 58 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Panoramic Twin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 53 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Royal Suite

  • 155 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Suite

  • 85 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Kandalama

Located in Kandalama, Heritance Kandalama is on a lake, within a 15-minute drive of Popham's Arboretum and Dambulla Cave Temple. .This family-friendly hotel is 7.4 mi (11.9 km) from Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium and 13.6 mi (22 km) from Sigiriya Museum.

What's nearby

  • Dambulla Cave Temple - 18 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium - 22 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Ancient City of Sigiriya - 33 min drive - 26.5 km
  • Sigiriya Museum - 33 min drive - 26.9 km
  • Pidurangala Rock - 44 min drive - 29.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Delight Restaurant - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪New Sigiri Restaurant - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Hotel Amaya Lake Dambulla - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪curry leaf restaurant - ‬21 min drive

About this property

Heritance Kandalama

Luxury hotel with 4 restaurants and a full-service spa
Heritance Kandalama offers 152 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. LED televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and bidets.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Coco Spa. Services include facials, body scrubs, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and Ayurvedic. The spa is equipped with a sauna.

The spa is open daily. Children under 15 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

Make yourself at home in one of the 152 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and LED televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, including an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a sauna. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
Grab a bite at Kanchana Restaurant, one of the hotel's 4 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-in, and express check-out. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free valet parking is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.
Kanchana Restaurant - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Kaludiya Restaurant - This fine-dining restaurant serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Cafe Kachchan - Overlooking the pool, this café serves light fare only.
Kachchan Bar - Onsite bar.
Kachchan Lounge - Onsite lobby lounge.
24-hour room service is available.

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour airport pick-up shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 20 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • 4 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Cafe Kachchan
  • Kachchan Bar
  • Kachchan Lounge
  • Kaludiya Restaurant
  • Kanchana Restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Ecotours
  • Full-service spa
  • Games
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Table tennis

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • On a lake
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 150
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 150

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 20 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 220 per vehicle
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Children under 15 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision

Property is also known as

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Heritance Kandalama Dambulla
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Kandalama Hotel Dambulla
Kandalama Hotel Sri Lanka
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Heritance Kandalama Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 394 out of 618 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 136 out of 618 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 618 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 618 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 618 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Resort is built in a peaceful and serene location around trees, rocks and a lake with some breathtaking scenery. It would benefit from hiring staff with fluent English. Sometimes it was hard to get their understanding.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manami

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The overall experience is on another level. The design and architecture are amazing, with lots of wildlife around the property. The staff are exceptionally professional. The food was excellent, with a wide variety of options, all of which were delicious. One tip: try to avoid the busiest times for breakfast and dinner, as it can get very crowded and noisy. Take some time to walk around the property and immerse yourself in the nature and architecture created by Geoffrey Bawa.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haruka

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The architecture was superb with the hotel beautifully blending into the nature! I think I had the best night sleep in this hotel as the place was so quiet and pleasant. Also getting to see some monkeys freely wondering around the facility was very refreshing too! The highlight was the infinity pool, which does not seem as impressive in size at a first glance, but once you dip in, you’ll know why this place is special. I loved the pool so much that I could stay there the whole afternoon! It is located fairly closely to the Sigiriya Rock so was pretty accessible after our hike. Would definitely come back again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jegath

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel's setting on the edge of a lake that is a magnet for wildlife is fabulous, the views are amazing. The service was wonderful, with all the staff being charming and helpful. We were particularly impressed by the hotel driver who took us to Sigiriya and then onto our next stop in Kandy.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Apsara, LEANDER

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with breath taking views! The room, staff, and buffet were outstanding. I would recommend power outlets near the bed for best guest experience. Overall it was a memorable and perfect stay for us. Highly recommend this gem for anyone looking for relaxation and luxury!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Pali

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is excellent. Staff amazing. A couple of issues with the food were the only problems. We will stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff , food & hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful and well-designed hotel in a unique location next to the lake and jungle. The staff were attentive and thoughtful. The only downside was the dining options - the menus are international and expensive, and the remote location of the hotel makes it difficult to eat elsewhere. We would have preferred more local Sri Lankan options. However, the buffet breakfast was varied and impressive.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anton

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location Food was phenomenal If i have to nitpick, the rooms could use a little upgrade with its fixtures Over all it was worth every penny.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kandiah

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

fiham

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the place and location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elinna

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Heritance is like no other hotel you would have stayed at before. They are so seemlessly integrated with the jungle around them that you'll be able to experience the surrounding nature whilst staying at the hotel. The staff are all so accommodating and you can book cool dsy trip excursions at reasonable prices. The buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner were unbelieveably good. The lady that makes fresh hoppers is thr best!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Property was amazing. There was a smell from the shower drain hole. Everything else was fabulous
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Malabika

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Too many bugs, frogs and lizards.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rashed, Thousand Oaks

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chathuri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Withanage

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always love the place. Visited 20 years ago for my honeymoon. This time was my second trip to hotel. Absolutely loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph Alexis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best base for cultural Sri Lanka

Amazing location and building which blends right into the beautiful nature surrounding it. Has all the facilities you need as well as extra activities. Food could be better as could the pool bar service. Had a wonderful stay
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Salomi

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place, and its people 😊

10/10 Excellent

Robby, Guthrie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay! The staff was friendly and helpful from the moment we arrived to the moment we left. The housekeeping staff was particularly lovely. We enjoyed the different towel animals they created. Our room was comfortable. The bathroom was quite spacious. And the onsite restaurants were delicious. We appreciated the wide variety of food available at breakfast. Highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank Thanh

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The serenity of this property is worth a few nights stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024