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No 330 Kandy Road 4, 21100 Dambulla, Sri Lanka
#35 of 64 hotels in Dambulla
Guests' ChoiceReview Score
Based on 28 hotel reviews
8.4Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
8.9
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Comfort
8.9
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Location
8.3
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Facilities
8.6
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Staff
8.9
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Value for money
8.4
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Free Wifi
10.0
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Reviewed: November 5, 2024
Leander
Germany65 Reviews8 helpful votes8.0Very Good- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Unfortunately it’s very far from the center, so a bike etc is needed. Had a power outage for many hours. Not as nice as it looks in the pictures.
Very friendly staff, and the place has everything you need.
Stayed in November 2024
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Reviewed: October 1, 2023
Dang
Vietnam4 Reviews1 helpful vote9.0“I like the service, the host so much. Thanks for the host’s caring”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
None
I like it. It’s so comfortable and good
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: April 6, 2025
Kody
United States11 Reviews5.0Fair- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Triple Room with Mountain View
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
My mother and I wanted to spend more than we usually do in a nice hotel where we could relax and watch movies so we called ahead and asked if they had Netflix and we were specifically told that they did. But when we got there, the television wasn't even working and the person working said nothing about it until we had to ask him to fix it. Eventually he did but there was absolutely no Netflix. The king size bed was actually two twin beds, each at different heights, pushed together. We were never told they had food available until having to ask. And at one point the lock on our room wouldn't open and we got stuck outside for about twenty minutes until the people working there had to bust the door in. And even after all that we got offered nothing to make up for all of this so my mom and I had to bug them to get our dinner on the house
It was a clean place with a nice view.
Stayed in April 2025
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Reviewed: March 28, 2025
Pinky
Iran6 Reviews1.0Very Poor- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Room with Mountain View
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Total frauds !!!! All the pictures are fake and all the comments are wrong. Seriously. I never expected the comments on the booking app to be such misleading.
The most dirty hotel I've seen in my life. The building itself is dirty, the room was full of insects, a dirty toilet, a broken bathroom, no food and beverages. We asked them if they were about to serve us dinner, and a naked man came out of the room and said not tonight!!!!! The kettle plug was not working either. And absolutely no one was there to answer. I wonder about the people who commented about this hotel in the booking app.
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: December 17, 2024
Louis
Ireland7 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior Queen Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Very calm location, quick drive from the main road. nice pool and sunbeds, very friendly and helpful staff. All in all very very nice stay!!
Stayed in November 2024
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Reviewed: December 15, 2024
Shane
Finland8 Reviews1 helpful vote10Exceptional- • Family with young children
- • Superior Queen Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
It’s in the heart of the city but you get to be surrounded by nature too. Perfect location / Amazing hospitality/ Fantastic breakfast
Stayed in November 2024
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Reviewed: December 8, 2024
Alina
United States5 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Superior Queen Room
- • Stayed 1 night
We had a great stay at catch up dambulla. Amazing staff! Amazing view! Amazing breakfast! Unfortunately we stayed only one night… next time we will stay longer for sure.
Stayed in November 2024
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Reviewed: December 6, 2024
Gazer
Poland10 Reviews1 helpful vote10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Superior Queen Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Good value for money stay in mid-range hotel. Room was clean, bed was comfortable, Very friendly and professional stuff. bought me tickets and free guidance for the future destinations. highly appreciate the service. pool was great
Stayed in November 2024
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Reviewed: December 3, 2024
Jayson
Canada7 Reviews1 helpful vote10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Clean room with big comfy bed, hot shower, A/C, Fan, mosquito nets, Mini fridge and even your own personal hammock to relax. Foods were fabulous. Would definitely recommend if you are staying in dambulla!!!
Stayed in November 2024
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Reviewed: November 30, 2024
Oliver
United Kingdom8 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Superior Queen Room
- • Stayed 1 night
The services and offerings, including reception and food, are at the upper-notch level. It has a surrounding of vast lawns and tranquil neighborhood. loved the big pool. food was amazing.
Stayed in November 2024
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Reviewed: November 29, 2024
Jeremy
United Kingdom6 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Superior Queen Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Very nice accomodating host. Beautuful view from balkony. Nice, new rooms.
Stayed in November 2024
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Reviewed: November 26, 2024
Mufrian
Turkey5 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
The rooms are huge! Overall a really nice hotel. clean and peaceful place with a nice big pool.
Stayed in November 2024
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Reviewed: November 25, 2024
Jenfer
Greece7 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
The place is absolutely beautiful and the service was top level. Our server Prasad was very friendly and helpful. The prices are so reasonable, good and we had a great time there. clean environment
Stayed in November 2024
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Reviewed: October 29, 2024
Maze
France6 Reviews1 helpful vote10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Amazing place, tons to do and see around the area, great hosts, lovely amenities. Would go back. Rooms clean, very aesthetically managed rooms. we could enjoy the alone it was super amazing.
Stayed in October 2024
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Reviewed: October 27, 2024
Maet
Netherlands9 Reviews3 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Great location, great views, professional and friendly, the room attendant who helped us with everything to make our stay comfortable. thanks for accommodating us.
Stayed in October 2024
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Reviewed: October 24, 2024
Matlq
Serbia7 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
superb hotel at dambulla. fullfiled for what i have paid. thanks
Stayed in October 2024
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Reviewed: October 23, 2024
Joefrey
Germany4 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
We had a great time here. The hosts were kind and demonstrated true Sri Lankan hospitality. It’s peaceful and has lots of interesting things to see around it. I would recommend this hotel to anyone
Stayed in October 2024
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Reviewed: October 22, 2024
Adam
Poland8 Reviews1 helpful vote10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Clearly the best homestay that we had in Sri Lanka! It’s peaceful, service is perfect, breakfasts are generous & so good, and the view of course. pool entertainments and more.
Stayed in October 2024
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Reviewed: October 21, 2024
Carley
Denmark8 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Staff was friendly and meals were delicious. Brilliant place, location was close to the main city and most of the attraction. stunning nature and calm surrounded.
Stayed in October 2024
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Reviewed: October 12, 2024
Grim
Australia8 Reviews1 helpful vote10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Comfortable stay in a clean room with warm water and AC, great location in the centre of the city . Great breakfast. staff so caring and helping mind. had great fun in the pool. Really good value for money!
Stayed in October 2024
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Reviewed: October 10, 2024
Rimaz
United Kingdom5 Reviews1 helpful vote10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
The whole relaxing vibe. Shout out for the manager acting as concierge who was very helpful and welcoming, he anticipated all our needs. great hotel with beautiful swimming pool
Stayed in October 2024
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Reviewed: October 4, 2023
Martin
Norway1 review2 helpful votes10“New, comfortable and clean place :)”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
I was staying in the hostel room and it was a brand new and comfortable place. Room and toilets/bathroom were clean and neat. The breakfast was provided. The host and the staff were friendly and helpful and guided me for next day planning. I was happy about the location as it is walking distance to the Dambulla cave temple and tuk-tuk distance for the Sigiriya. Thumbs up!!!
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: September 21, 2023
Gihan
Sri Lanka2 Reviews2 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
.The only hostel you should consider when in Dambulla! ❤️ Good location, comfortable and clean rooms.👌 Excellent option for solo travellers as you can meet lots of people who are also up for a good time. The staff are very friendly.
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: January 23, 2025
Pragatheeswaran
Sri Lanka2 Reviews8.0Very Good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior Queen Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
There are no comments available for this review
Stayed in December 2024
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