A convenient place to stay when visiting the rock cave temples or when en route to the ancient cities, the Rest House has four large rooms, a pleasant verandah, a well kept garden and the meals are really excellent.

Day trips can be organized to Sigiriya, Anuradhapura & Polonnaruwa.

The Rangiri Dambulla International Cricket stadium is also near by.

Situated close to the eighth wonder of the World, Sigiriya Rest House consists of 14 rooms designed in local simplicity. Whilst tucking into a sumptuous local or American breakfast, one can enjoy a magnificent view of the Rock. Perfect for a family outing, which is both enjoyable and educational because it gives children the opportunity to explore the Sigiriya Rock Fortress or even bird watching - a popular past time among many guests.

Jetwing’s newest and most ambitious project located within 5km of the ‘8th Wonder of the World’-Sigiriya- is the creation of a truly ‘Lifestyle Hotel’, Jetwing Vil Uyana. The challenge of introducing a wetland system on reclaimed agricultural lands within the Dry Zone, providing the unique backdrop for this exciting new property.
 
Drawing from the local, rural traditions, the buildings grow not out, but into the landscape. The ‘habitats’ naturalized by local flora and fauna will create the timelessness of a healthy ecosystem providing the setting for peace and tranquility. With the first man-made lakes since King Parakramabahu’s era in the 11th century, this exciting feature allows for the first time in Sri Lanka dwellings to be built over water.

Arrive at the Elephant Corridor, Sri Lanka's first purpose-built, luxury, life-style, designer hotel, to the cry of the beautiful peacock. Located on 200 acres of land surrounded by exotic wildlife, one is free to amble without boundaries. The Elephant Corridor offers privacy and relaxation, while immersing oneself in the tranquil beauty of the surroundings and the breathtaking view of the lake and the Kandalama Hills.

The Sigiriya Village is the perfect antidote for the strenuous climb and inevitable travelling over Sigiriya rock. The hotel declares it is ‘where nature meets culture’ and it offers the chance to stay in rooms spread out among a profusion of the actual greenery you can admire from the top of Sigiriya.
 
Activities at the hotel include sporting opportunities such as tennis, badminton, birding, trekking and safaris. Another attraction is the Ayurvedic Centre, which offers to rid the body of pollutants through herbal baths, steam baths, saunas, peeling treatments, head and body massages and the intriguing panda sweda treatment, which involves fermenting the body with herbal rice packs and fresh cow milk.
 
Sigiriya Village is a perfect place to use as a base from which to conquer the mighty rock and then to recover afterwards. All that’s needed is for the visitor to arrive worn out and with a desire to discover the village life in the shadow of Sigiriya rock, and you have a match made in heaven.
 
Rooms
The complex consists of a number of clusters, which are built and decorated according to themes that revolve around the Sri Lankan village, which consists of three interlinking components – the temple, the stream and the paddy field. Firstly there are the Kingfisher rooms that correspond to the idea of the stream. Each room is decorated in blue with fish swimming across the bedspread and a kingfisher keeping watch over the sleeping guests.
 
The Paddy Field cluster features green interiors, natural woven boxes like those in which farmers store paddy, and even a rice pounder. The Temple cluster has long, straight walkways like those monks use for walking meditation, dagoba-shaped candle stands, and triangles on the curtains representing the design of temple walls. The saffron of monks’ robes provides much of the colour in the room.
 
In addition there is the Sigiriya cluster, where all the rooms feature a water pool by the door and are arranged around a moat that hosts hundreds of fish darting back and forth in its depths. I was naively fooled into thinking the moss-covered wall around this section was ancient, when actually it was designed to look that way in the not-so-ancient times when the hotel was constructed!
 
Dining
In the evening, the Sigiriya Village is not lit brightly in order to retain the atmosphere of the jungle. The daytime sound of birdsong is replaced by night creatures whose melodies accompany your stroll to the restaurant. The waiters are clad in the traditional shirt and sarong, and flowers in bowls of water at the entrance welcome you. The buffet is laid out before the guests with the highlight being the home-grown organic produce from the farm.
 
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The Sigiriya rock, which is amongst the ten wonders of the world, is home to Hotel Sigiriya. Hotel Sigiriya has a serene rustic and inviting charm in a setting of ancient glory. Its cool woodland gardens echoes of birds-songs. A stunning view of the fifth century A.D Sigiriya Rock / Fortress, the World heritage site Citadel in the sky" famed for its entrancing frescoes, lion stairway, Mirror wall and water gardens, dominates the hotel. The ideal nature retreat to rediscover a civilization that is more than 2500 years old. The hotel is situated just 169 km (4 hours) from Colombo

Thilanka Resort and Spa- a paradise for the tired souls and the weary bodies. Situated in the historic city of Dambulla , within Sri Lanka 's cultural triangle, the perfect balance between holiday resort and spiritual retreat and a doorway to Sri Lanka 's rich and vibrant culture and heritage.
 
Nestled among a circling of lush green hill- tops on a breathtakingly beautiful 25 acre Mango orchard, Rice fields and the Dambullu River .

Sri Lanka has a few hotels of discreet design that merge with rather than intrude on the stunning locations they occupy. One such is the five-star Kandalama Hotel, near Dambulla, which is conveniently situated in the middle of Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle. Spread along the edge of an escarpment and facing the Kandalama tank, you will become enveloped in the architecture of the hotel, as well as its luxury and the hospitality of the staff. Nature is given pride of place. Not surprisingly, this is the first hotel in the world to be awarded the prestigious LEEDS Green Building Certification.
 
The hotel has a host of indoor facilities, including a large lounge, 2 atmospheric bars, a pleasant coffee-shop, 3 restaurants of distinction, as well as one of the better shopping arcades in the country. In addition, there is an Ayurvedic health centre and a library, together with a good selection of indoor games. Outdoor activities include tennis, canoeing, horse riding, elephant safaris, bird-watching and jungle-trekking. Don’t miss to visit the two nearby UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the 1st century BC Dambulla rock temple and the 5th century AD Sigiriya rock palace or fortress.
 
Throughout your stay the friendly and attentive staff pampers you and panders to your every need to such an extent that it makes you wish you could take up permanent residence at Kandalama. You leave with reluctance, knowing that this is the kind of hotel experience you seldom have in a lifetime.
 
Dining
Over the years Kandalama has gained an excellent culinary reputation. Three times a day the most exquisite gastronomic delights are conjured up to titillate and tantalize the most finicky of palates. Whether you decide to sample the varied and sumptuous buffet or order à-la-carte, the main dining area provides magnificent views that compete with the award-winning cuisine. A comprehensive yet reasonably priced wine list ensures that you can complement the superb food in style. For a truly memorable dining experience, try eating alfresco on the restaurant terrace illuminated by moonlight and flaming torches.  
 
Rooms
The Sigiriya Wing and Dambulla Wing comprise 162 air-conditioned rooms with private balconies and a spectacular view of either the rock of Sigiriya and its environs, or the rock of Dambulla and its environs. The rooms are very tastefully furnished and are light and have a spacious feeling, mostly due to the huge picture windows that give a panoramic view of the stunning scenery. The bathrooms are simply magnificent and the shower cabin encased in glass completes the experience of bathing with Nature as your backdrop.
 
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Dambulla lies still and scorching in the relentless heat of the dry zone. It is a particularly fascinating region of the country, unravelling its spare, pen and ink landscape around a long empty road stretching to the horizon. Across the Kandalama Lake is the Amaya Lake Resort. Enjoy the view. Wander through the gardens. Amaya Lake is a soothing and tranquil experience - a glimpse of a royal age from a resort that embraces the slow pace of this quiet region that holds its astonishing history with such dignity and grace. Such an experience should surely not be rushed.  
 
The entire region lies at the heart of what is known as the Cultural Triangle, which includes the stunning rock fortress and water gardens of Sigiriya about 18km away, as well as the ancient ruins of Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa. No visitor to the Triangle can claim disappointment. There is simply so much to see, so much art, history and archaeology to absorb, that it is overwhelming. Amaya Lake Resort is the perfect base from which to visit these famous sites, placed, as it is, practically in the centre of the Triangle, offering easy access to all of them within a few hours driving.
 
Dining
Check your weight before hurrying to the next delicious buffet breakfast! Mealtimes are certainly something to look forward to. A massive spread is laid out each day, three times a day in the Samara Restaurant. As the website inform visitors: “A buffet of Sri Lankan delights with rich spicy aromas sits alongside a wide selection of international dishes while fresh local fruits grace a table of Sri Lankan and European style sweets.”
 
Rooms
The resort has 92 stylishly ethnic villas set in a garden landscape; little paths winding through the well-spaced trees lead you to your own little cottage. Each has a verandah and a tiny garden area, ideal for relaxing, reading or chatting over evening drinks. Designed to emulate traditional styles, Amaya Lake has many reminders of ancient architectural styles and iconic art in the details of the rooms and public areas. Care is shown in all the room features and facilities, down to an unusual detail of a weighing scale in the bathroom.
 
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Situated near the 87-kilometer post along the Colombo - Dambulla main road, Na Mala Holiday Resort provides an ideal setting for the city dwellers to rest their weary limbs forgetting the humdrum life. The eco-friendly environment prevailing in the resort has added new colour to the almost attractive leisure retreat. Our resort provides you the best service by a friendly and well experienced staff to give you the best comfort and provide you with a ?Home Away from Home?. The specious restaurant at Na mala can accommodate 150 guests. The restaurant boasts of delicious and spicy Sri Lankan cuisine. Although the island of Sri Lanka is known to tourists for its coastal tropical beach resorts, the fascinating cultural tourism attractions of ancient cities and world heritage sites as well as the eco-tourist nature attractions of the highlands are located in the interior.

Pelwehera village resort is an eco-friendly resort located in Dambulla, Sri Lanka. Wonderful natural surrounding and just 3 km away from the most famous Dambulla cave temple. Also, it is the perfect base to explore nature, culture and Sri Lankan history. Pelwehera Village Resort is one of the most famous nature resorts in the cultural triangle in Sri Lanka.