Amaya Lake Dambulla - Sigiriya

$$$$||View on mapSigiriya, Sri LankaKap Ela, Kandalama, Sigiriya, Sri Lanka, 0000|
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Amaya Lake Dambulla - Sigiriya
Kap Ela, Kandalama, Sigiriya, Sri Lanka, 0000·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.9Great
Location9.3
Staff9.3
Free WiFi9.2
Cleanliness9.1
Comfort9.0
Who stays here
Families46%
Couples31%
Groups16%
Business4%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.9Great
Location9.3
Staff9.3
Free WiFi9.2
Cleanliness9.1
Comfort9.0
Who stays here
Families46%
Couples31%
Groups16%
Business4%

Luxury lakeside retreat near UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Sigiriya

Accommodations

Amaya Lake Dambulla offers villas and suites set across 20 hectares along Kandalama Lake, with traditional Sri Lankan décor. Rooms include deluxe villas, suites with private plunge pools, and signature suites with garden views. Each villa or suite provides a private bathroom, air conditioning, and soundproof rooms for a quiet stay.

Dining

Three dining options are available, including the open-air Samara Restaurant serving Sri Lankan and international buffets. The Lake Bar offers cocktails, fresh juices, and canapés with lake views. Guests can also request a private dinner at a lakefront treehouse with a tasting menu prepared by the head chef.

Wellness & Spa

The Ayurvedic Spa provides customized treatments including Shirodhara, reflexology, and full-body massages. Guests can book spa/wellness packages that include access to the yoga center and spa lounge. Treatments are performed by therapists trained in Sri Lankan Ayurvedic traditions, as noted in guest reviews.

Activities & Recreation

On-site activities include tennis, badminton, billiards, table tennis, and bicycle rental across the extensive grounds. Two outdoor swimming pools are available: one with a pool bar and lake view, the other a quieter option near the reservoir. Evening entertainment and a shared lounge/TV area provide additional leisure options.

Location & UNESCO Access

The hotel is located within a 3-hour drive from Bandaranaike International Airport and offers an airport shuttle service. Nearby UNESCO World Heritage Sites include Sigiriya Fortress (Lion Rock), Dambulla Cave Temple, and Polonnaruwa ancient city. Free valet parking and car hire are available for guests exploring the cultural triangle.

  • Location: On Kandalama Lake, 3-hour drive from Bandaranaike International Airport
  • Dining: 3 options - Samara Restaurant, Lake Bar, lakefront treehouse
  • Wellness: Ayurvedic spa with customized massages and yoga center
  • Rooms: Deluxe villas, suites with plunge pools, signature suites
  • Activities: Tennis, badminton, bicycle rental, two swimming pools
  • UNESCO Access: Close to Sigiriya Fortress, Dambulla Cave Temple, Polonnaruwa
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:59
until 12:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of USD 15.0 per person. 
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Year renovated:2007
Number of rooms:117
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Rooms and availability

Guest Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Single bed1 King-size bed
King Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Queen-size bed
Villa
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed1 Single bed
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

Valet parking

24-hour services

24-hour reception

Babysitting
Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Air conditioning
Facilities for kids

Children's buffet

Cots

Private beach

Sun loungers

Beach umbrellas

Sports & Fitness

  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
  • Cycling
  • Tennis court
  • Badminton
  • Billiard tables
  • Table tennis

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's buffet

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Essential information about Amaya Lake Dambulla

💵 Lowest room price 15498 INR
📏 Distance to centre 8.7 km
✈️ Distance to airport 11.2 km
🧳 Nearest airport Sigiriya Air Force Base, GIU

Location

Kap Ela, Kandalama, Sigiriya, Sri Lanka, 0000
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Kap Ela, Kandalama, Sigiriya, Sri Lanka, 0000
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