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Lankapura Heritage

Hotel in Sigiriya

Situated in Sigiriya, 2 km from Sigiriya Rock, Lankapura Heritage features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

N
Nj Thompson
From
New Zealand
Was an awesome view of lions rock. The manager, Darinja, gave us such a warm welcome and was full of knowledge about the area and helpfull with the extras. He was happy we were happy and he made it an enjoyable experience.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,063 reviews
Price from
US$55
1 night, 2 adults
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Lion See Hotel - Sigiriya

Hotel in Sigiriya

Situated in Sigiriya, 2.5 km from Sigiriya Rock, Lion See Hotel - Sigiriya features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

K
Katerina
From
Czech Republic
The hotel is new, so the room was very nice and clean. There is a terrace with a beautiful view of Lion’s Rock, where a tasty breakfast is served. The location is perfect, there are many restaurants nearby, and it’s quite close to the entrance to Lion’s Rock. The staff were very friendly and arranged a tuk-tuk for us early in the morning, as we wanted to climb Pidurangala Rock for the sunrise.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 116 reviews
Price from
US$50
1 night, 2 adults
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Lion King Jungle Cabanas

Hotel in Sigiriya

Located in Sigiriya, 2.6 km from Sigiriya Rock, Lion King Jungle Cabanas provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant.

A
Anna Maria
From
Netherlands
Everything was great. The host is friendly and very helpful! The place is clean and the location is excellent, middle of the jungle, 5 minutes walk from lions rock. We arrived in the middle of the night and the property owner was so helpful and nice and waited for us. They made us Sri Lanka breakfast and coffee in the morning :) The rooms are simple and clean, the AC works, the pool is clean. You can hear many birds in the morning and it’s a full jungle experience. We had a late flight and the check out was late which was also no problem!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 111 reviews
Price from
US$63
1 night, 2 adults
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Amba Yaalu - Thema Collection "The first women-led hotel in Sri Lanka"

Hotel in Sigiriya

Situated in Sigiriya, 17 km from Sigiriya Rock, Amba Yaalu - Thema Collection "The first women-led hotel in Sri Lanka" features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a...

R
Robert
From
Australia
Exceptional accommodation, very new and great food and staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 101 reviews
Price from
US$179.28
1 night, 2 adults
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Lion Gate Hotel Sigiriya

Hotel in Sigiriya

Located in Sigiriya, 2.7 km from Sigiriya Rock, Lion Gate Hotel Sigiriya provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant.

R
Rajiv
From
Singapore
Bernard and his team are fantastic
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 403 reviews
Price from
US$80
1 night, 2 adults
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Sigiriya Cottage

Hotel in Sigiriya

Located in Sigiriya, 3 km from Sigiriya Rock, Sigiriya Cottage provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.

L
Luisa
From
United Kingdom
Lovely settings, big spacious modern room with fridge, kettle, tea ,coffee. Hairdryer air condiitioning and much more. Very big balcony. The room.is spotless, modern shower with excellent water pressure and lots of really hot water. Delicious food in the reataurant. The host arranged a scooter delivered to us ready for the morning and also arranged a safari. Nothing is too much for them. This is a real little hidden gem. What a shame we could not stay longer.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 391 reviews
Price from
US$55
1 night, 2 adults
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Tropicara Resort

Hotel in Sigiriya

Set in Sigiriya, 9.2 km from Pidurangala Rock, Tropicara Resort offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant.

Z
Zulema
From
Spain
I loved this place! I stayed for 5 days. It was clean, and the pool was great. I ate at their restaurant once, and the food was very good. I needed to work online, and they made sure I had a good internet connection. It wasn’t super strong (nowhere in Sri Lanka is), but for the country, it was quite good and sufficient for working. I also had fresh water every day and was pleasantly surprised by the hot water pressure in the shower. Even though there weren’t many mosquitoes, they still provided an anti-mosquito product, which was a nice touch. But the best part? The owners. They were incredibly kind, attentive, and welcoming. Thank you so much!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 327 reviews
Price from
US$35
1 night, 2 adults
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Dambulla Kings Inn

Hotel in Dambulla

Boasting a garden and a terrace, Dambulla Kings Inn is set in Dambulla, 20 km from Sigiriya Rock and 23 km from Pidurangala Rock.

B
Barbora
From
Czech Republic
The owners were really kind, room was super clean and new, location was very calm.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 117 reviews
Price from
US$14
1 night, 2 adults
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Eden Grand

Hotel in Dambulla

Situated in Dambulla, within 18 km of Sigiriya Rock and 21 km of Pidurangala Rock, Eden Grand features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive.

M
Maximilian
From
Germany
Really clean, pretty Location (a lot better than the pictures actually), nice water pressure. Incredibly friendly staff. Delicious really cheap food. You name it.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 181 reviews
Price from
US$32.20
1 night, 2 adults
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Panoramic Royal Villa

Hotel in Sigiriya

Located in Sigiriya, 2.6 km from Sigiriya Rock, Panoramic Royal Villa provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and massage services.

D
Diane
From
New Zealand
Gorgeous place to stay, amazing breakfast, clean and lovely host. We only had one night here but could have stayed longer.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 210 reviews
Price from
US$35.75
1 night, 2 adults
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Matale District's best hotels with breakfast

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 253 reviews

    Located in Sigiriya, 8.1 km from Pidurangala Rock, Organic Garden Resort Sigiriya provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden.

    From US$60.50 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 261 reviews

    Situated in Sigiriya, 1.4 km from Sigiriya Rock, Sunrise Cottage features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

    From US$68 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 426 reviews

    Set in Dambulla, 15 km from Sigiriya Rock, Evergreen Hotel Dambulla offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    From US$35 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 400 reviews

    Set in Sigiriya, 3.6 km from Sigiriya Rock, Sigiriya Ranasinghe Nature Villa & Cabana offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    From US$40 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 219 reviews

    Set in Sigiriya, 6 km from Sigiriya Rock, Kuwera Eco Lodge boasts a year-round outdoor pool and views of the pool. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant.

    From US$97.35 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 730 reviews

    Aliya Resort and Spa - Thema Collection is set amidst lush tropical foliage. Situated just opposite Sigiriya Rock, the resort boasts an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and 4 dining options.

    From US$272.58 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

    Located in Sigiriya, 4.8 km from Sigiriya Rock, Ceylon Retreat Sigiriya provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

    From US$109.89 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews

    Set in Dambulla, 18 km from Sigiriya Rock, The Nature Resort offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

    From US$23.31 per night

Budget hotels in Matale District

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 223 reviews

    Situated in Sigiriya, 10 km from Pidurangala Rock, Sat Nam Village Hotel features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 57 reviews

    Located in Sigiriya, 1.2 km from Sigiriya Rock, Sigiriya Dream Inn provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

    From US$45.98 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

    Set in Sigiriya, 2.8 km from Sigiriya Rock, The Heritage Resort offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    From US$78.81 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 63 reviews

    Located in Sigiriya, 1.5 km from Sigiriya Rock, The Wild Elephant Resort provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

    From US$77.70 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews

    Situated in Dambulla, within 20 km of Sigiriya Rock and 23 km of Pidurangala Rock, Golden stars hotel Dambulla features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as...

    From US$25.31 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews

    Situated in Sigiriya, 6.8 km from Pidurangala Rock, Sigiri Vananthara features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    From US$90.76 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 97 reviews

    Situated in Sigiriya, 10 km from Pidurangala Rock, Sigiriya Cashew Palace Resort features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    From US$82.91 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,424 reviews

    Set in Sigiriya, 2.5 km from Sigiriya Rock, Palmyra Nature Resort Sigiriya offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

    From US$65 per night

Hotels in Matale District that you can book without a credit card

  • SummerSet

    Hotel in Dambulla
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

    Situated in Dambulla, 19 km from Sigiriya Rock, SummerSet features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and barbecue facilities.

    From US$33.30 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 49 reviews

    Located in Sigiriya, 9.3 km from Sigiriya Rock, Wild Blossom Sigiriya provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant.

    From US$13.97 per night

  • Hotel Awaken

    Hotel in Dambulla
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 64 reviews

    Situated in Dambulla, 17 km from Sigiriya Rock, Hotel Awaken features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

    From US$31.08 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

    Located in Kavudupelella, 39 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, JayS Place Matale provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant.

    From US$68.61 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews

    Located in Sigiriya, 1.2 km from Sigiriya Rock, Sigiri Heaven Villa provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    From US$37.74 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 87 reviews

    Set in Sigiriya, 1.5 km from Sigiriya Rock, Pride Rock Villa & Tree House offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

    From US$22.20 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews

    Located in Dambulla, 20 km from Sigiriya Rock, Prem Nadee Homestay provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    From US$16.65 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews

    Situated in Sigiriya, within 3.5 km of Sigiriya Rock and 6.7 km of Pidurangala Rock, SMW Lodge Sigiriya features accommodation with a terrace and as well as free private parking for guests who drive.

    From US$22.20 per night

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  • Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya

    Sigiriya
    From US$434.83 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 71 reviews
    The most amazing stay in Sri Lanka. Resort is surrounded by forest & lakes from all sides. Huge landscape with a direct view to the most famous Sigiriya rock. My villa had its own plunge pool facing the jungle and I was so lucky to see elephants passing by while in it. This was truly an amazing experience. Villa is huge & spacious, very clean. Staff here is so friendly and very attentive to you. They will spoil you with their love and care, I will miss their beautiful smiles. Ayurveda treatments were exceptionally good. Therapist was so kind and did an amazing job. Had a lovely herbal bath which was so relaxing with zero disturbance as it was too facing the jungle, one can only hear birds. Meals & snacks were mouthwateringly tasty. They only serve very healthy options at meal times. I wish I had more time to spend here, but most certainly be back. A big thanks to everyone at Ayugiri for this amazing experience.
    Guest review by
    Lucas
    Bulgaria

  • Sigiriya Village

    Sigiriya
    From US$162.34 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 669 reviews
    After a disappointing experience elsewhere, finding Village Sigiriya felt like discovering paradise! The hotel is surrounded by a stunning, lush green area that immediately puts you at ease. The pool is perfect for relaxing, and the live music every evening adds such a magical touch to the atmosphere. The Ayurvedic center is a wonderful bonus for anyone looking to unwind even further. The staff here are incredibly friendly and welcoming, making you feel right at home. My room was huge, beautifully designed, and had a lovely private yard in front—such a peaceful spot to enjoy the surroundings. I couldn’t have asked for a better stay. Highly recommend Village Sigiriya for anyone visiting this area!
    Guest review by
    Agne
    Cyprus

  • SigiriyaJungles Resort & Spa

    Sigiriya
    From US$183.02 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 425 reviews
    The architecture and layout were worth promoting in their own right as the architect was the student of the Srilankan famous architect Jeffrey Bawa. As a result the hotel had a modernist but elegant feel about it. it was extremely peaceful and just about Zen like in character. I highly recommend staying there as to my mind it was an example of the best of modernist Srilankan design and architecture. It also had interesting art and quality furnishings. The staff were very sttentive. They happily took you to and from your villa unit The elegantly designed grounds were an exercise in serenity.
    Guest review by
    Jillian
    Australia

  • Hotel Sigiriya

    Sigiriya
    From US$149.27 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,945 reviews
    I really enjoyed my stay in Hotel Sigiriya! The room was very clean, all thanks to the housekeeper Iduranga. The bar was managed by Sampiath who was very friendly and made the drinks very good and quick. The breakfast team, consisting of Hakeem, Chalana, and Lahiru, went above and beyond in their service. Moreover, the manager's exceptional hospitality and readiness to assist with any inquiries or needs made my stay truly memorable. Each member of the staff played a pivotal role in making my visit comfortable and enjoyable.
    Guest review by
    Anto
    Austria

  • Wild Grass Nature Resort

    Sigiriya
    From US$295.20 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews
    This was our 4th visit to Wild Grass and once more it didn't disappoint. Loved everything! Wild Grass is absolutely stunning and so peaceful. The villas are very modern but sympathetic to the surroundings and so spacious. AC was very efficient. And the bathroom!!! Loved it, especially the outdoor shower. Since our last visit some of the villas now have pools overlooking the lake. I'm so glad we decided to go with one of these rooms. The staff and Mr Nimal all went out of their way to be helpful.
    Guest review by
    Jane
    United Kingdom

  • Jetwing Lake

    Dambulla
    From US$226.67 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 419 reviews
    So beatiful and calmly place. Lake area is gorgeous and the view is stunning. Staff is helpful and friendly in every way. We booked at first only one night, but the we extended for 3 more days. Rooms were quiet big and comfortable. Clean and the food was ok, but not that special like we got in the rest of the country.
    Guest review by
    Bernart
    Germany

  • Amaya Lake Dambulla

    Sigiriya
    From US$231.53 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 743 reviews
    The location is amazing, right next to the lake. the hotel is made of small cozy houses scattered across the forest. The personnel was extremely friendly and efficient, the rooms clean and tidy. we loved everything about this stay.
    Guest review by
    Antonio
    Italy

  • Kalundewa Retreat

    Dambulla
    From US$667.41 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 114 reviews
    Great ambience, excellent architecture, friendly staff. Much above the expectations - magical place! Amazing room, tasty food served straight to the room or at the restaurant with the breathtaking view!
    Guest review by
    Agata
    Poland

  • Water Garden Sigiriya - 30 Chic Designed Private Villas Overlooking Sigiriya

    Sigiriya
    From US$554.90 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 86 reviews
    The villas are spacious and nicely furnished. You can see LionRock from the dining table. We took advantage of the bike trip. The service is excellent and accommodating.
    Guest review by
    Leona
    Czech Republic

  • Jetwing Vil Uyana, A Luxury Reserve

    Sigiriya
    From US$371.76 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews
    The surroundings are stunning - lakes, trees, flowers and so much wildlife. Just wonderful. A really admirable eco-conscious project. The staff are also fabulous
    Guest review by
    Caroline
    United Kingdom

  • Liyya Water Villas

    Dambulla
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 205 reviews
    The Sarah were so friendly and helpful. I would highly recommend staying here. It's a bit remote but the staff always arranged a tuk tuk for us if we needed😊
    Guest review by
    Danielle
    Australia

  • Heritance Kandalama

    Sigiriya
    From US$285.99 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,611 reviews
    Insane lake view, spacious hotel, top friendly service staff, quality food buffet, live musicians and all the monkeys 🐒
    Guest review by
    Stefan
    Germany

  • Aliya Resort and Spa - Thema Collection

    Sigiriya
    From US$272.58 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 730 reviews
    The staff was incredibly helpful after my friend had an injury hiking. Most appreciative of their attentiveness.
    Guest review by
    Benjamin
    United States

  • Sigiriana Resort by Thilanka

    Dambulla
    From US$133.95 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 281 reviews
    Amazing entrance, full nature, very good and clean outside resort Staff was nice. This is best of Dambulla.
    Guest review by
    Malik
    Bosnia and Herzegovina

  • Oak Ray Elephant Lake

    Sigiriya
    From US$83.60 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 113 reviews
    Beautiful spot. Very spacious rooms with an excellent restaurant. The food is exceptional. Good location.
    Guest review by
    Elizabeth
    Australia

  • Back of Beyond - Pidurangala

    Sigiriya
    From US$121 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 490 reviews
    We loved the atmosphere. It was an interesting experience to sleep in a place like that
    Guest review by
    Ela
    Israel

  • Kassapa Lions Rock

    Sigiriya
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews
    Large room. Food Good. Staff very friendly and helpful.
    Guest review by
    Debra
    Sri Lanka

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  • 8.0

    I’ll never forget the day we spent climbing Sigiriya.

    I’ll never forget the day we spent climbing Sigiriya. And no wonder such a wonderful World Heritage Site kept popping up everywhere: Test it against the massive old fortress, the gorgeous frescoes, and images taken of landscapes from the summit, and there you’ll pick one of Sri Lanka’s greatest treasures. Not an easy or casual climb but certainly one that throws panoramic views so very far worth it and lucid into history at every step. Water gardens at the bottom quite worth a visit. One has to get there at dawn to avoid numerous tourists and scorching sun. Thus, in general, Sigiriya is a combination of artistic creation, engineering work of antiquity, and a miracle of nature, and a must-see site in Sri Lanka.
    Guest review by
    Shiron
    Sri Lanka
  • 10.0

    We chose not to climb Sigiriya (having just recovered from...

    We chose not to climb Sigiriya (having just recovered from Adam's Peak!) but instead chose the much shorter Pidurangala which afforded a fabulous view of Sigiriya. Highly recommended. A visit to the Bawa hotel, Heritance Kandalama, is well worth it as an insight into the brilliant architectural mind of Geoffrey Bawa.
    Guest review by
    Iman
    Australia
  • 10.0

    A beautiful place on earth that there are lots of 360 degree...

    A beautiful place on earth that there are lots of 360 degree view points. But if it rains it will ruin your plans. So make sure you depend on weatherly and visit Matale when it shows many continuous sunny days. Even on cloudy forecasts do not visit as all mointain tops then will be covered and you will not see the sights. when it is humid leaches also will be active and will become a painful experience.
    Guest review by
    Udana
    Sri Lanka
  • 10.0

    There is so much more to do in this area than I realised.

    There is so much more to do in this area than I realised. I will definitely come back. The area is beautiful and we were sad to leave. We dud Pidurangala Rock which was fun, more of an adventurous climb than Lions Rock. It has incredible views of Lions Rock. We also did a safari in Minneriya National Park. The park was beautiful and we saw so many elephants plus lots of varieties of birds, golden jackals, monkees, mongoose, the grizzled giant squirrel, buffalo and jungle foul. We also went to Dambula Temple Caves which is very spiritual and Luckgrove Spice Gardens which was an incredible experience. Highly recommend this area.
    Guest review by
    Hazel
    Ireland
  • 10.0

    Dambulla is an excellent base for exploring Kandy,...

    Dambulla is an excellent base for exploring Kandy, Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa and Sigiriya. We stayed there for 4 Nights and could cover the heritage sites easily. Dambulla Caves are a must-see and so is Sigiriya (just 16 Kms. away). Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa are around an hours drive but Dambulla is much well-connected and less touristy.
    Guest review by
    Malay
    India
  • 8.0

    Mainly there are 10-12 attractions in Matale.

    Mainly there are 10-12 attractions in Matale. As I just stayed one day which was not sufficient to visit all the places. Among them where I went were also hampered due to the rain at time to time. Generally Matele was quit good tourist destination if it is planned well with couple of days.
    Guest review by
    roshan jayawickrama
    Sri Lanka
  • 10.0

    A nice hike to view a breathe taking view.

    A nice hike to view a breathe taking view. If anyone should travel to Sigiriya they should start to climb the rock at 5.30am as the ticket counters open. Wearing proper hiking or workout clothes would be the best.
    Guest review by
    Gavin Rosayro
    Sri Lanka
  • 10.0

    Dambulla is truly the perfect gateway to explore Sri Lanka's...

    Dambulla is truly the perfect gateway to explore Sri Lanka's Cultural Triangle! Located at the heart of this historic region, it offers unbeatable access to some of the country’s most iconic sites. From Dambulla, you’re just a short drive from the majestic Sigiriya Rock Fortress, the ancient city of Polonnaruwa, and the sacred ruins of Anuradhapura. The Dambulla Cave Temple itself is a stunning treasure, filled with ancient statues and beautiful murals. With its central location, Dambulla is the ideal base for exploring these cultural wonders, while also providing a peaceful escape surrounded by nature. Whether you're into history, culture, or simply breathtaking landscapes, Dambulla is the best place to start your journey through Sri Lanka’s rich heritage.
    Guest review by
    David

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