Description
Designed by Geoffrey Bawa, Kandalama has been cleverly designed to blend in with the landscape and has incredible views of the surrounding lakes and tropical jungles. The hotel is perfectly situated for visiting the cultural areas, with Dambulla, Polonnaruwa and Sigiriya just a short distance away.
Its 162 recently refurbished rooms are decorated in a contemporary style with huge windows to take advantage of the stunning views. Rooms are also fully equipped with air conditioning, TVs with satellite, mini bar and coffee and tea making equipment. Spacious bathrooms feature either luxurious rain showers, bathtubs or jacuzzis and some are glass fronted blending harmoniously with the natural surroundings. Each bathroom is tastefully supplied with a full range of custom made Kandalama toiletries.
There are three restaurants, three swimming pools, tennis courts, a gym and a Six Senses spa as well as plenty of outdoor activities available. The hotel offers guests a range of guided hikes, treks and excursions. Some of the local attractions include the Aligala caves, Kandalama rock and Sigirya, the ancient rock fortress and palace.
Accommodation
Kandalama offers 162 Rooms and 4 Suites, consisting of Superior, Deluxe, Luxury Rooms and Suites, with views of the lake towards either Sigiriya or Dambulla. Rooms are also fully equipped with air conditioning, TVs with satellite, mini bar and coffee and tea making equipment. Spacious bathrooms feature either luxurious rain showers, bathtubs or jacuzzis and some are glass fronted blending harmoniously with the natural surroundings.
Childcare
Children are welcome at Kandalama but there are no specific facilities. There is a baby sitting service available.
Facilities
Facilities at the hotel include 3 restaurants (the ‘Kanchana’ restaurant serving world cuisine, ‘Kashyapa’ offering fabulous views of the Kandalama Lake and the Sigiriya rock fortress and 'Kalu Diya' for fine dining), 3 swimming pools, spa, tennis courts and gym.
Activities
The Kandalama offers complimentary swimming, tennis, walking and birdwatching. Activities at an additional charge include spa treatments, cultural visits and elephant safaris. The hotel offers guests a range of guided hikes, treks and excursions. Some of the local attractions include the Aligala caves, Kandalama rock and Sigirya, the ancient rock fortress and palace.
Services
Services at the hotel include laundry, room service and baby sitting on request.
When to travel
The Maha monsoon blows from October to January, bringing rain to the North and East, while the dry season is from May to September. The North and East are comparatively dry, with around 1000mm of rain annually. There is also an inter-monsoonal period in October and November when rain can occur in many parts of the island. Out-of-season travel has its advantages – not only do the crowds go away but many airfares and accommodation prices drop right down. Nor does it rain all the time during the low season.
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Location and directions
Ancient Cities, Sri Lanka
Located 160km from Sri Lanka’s economic capital of Colombo, and just a few minutes away from the ancient town of Dambulla, the Heritance Kandalama is an oasis of luxury and relaxation.
How to get there
10.5hr direct flight then 4hr by road
