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Offering a garden and garden view, Simoya Nature Park is set in Dambulla, 19 km from Sigiriya Rock and 22 km from Pidurangala Rock. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the guest house free of charge. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk and full-day security for guests.

We stayed 3 nights at Simoya. Madhu and Sanjee were very welcoming and nothing was too much bother. The room was to a high standard and had everything you needed, including a fridge which was very handy. Breakfast was huge but very tasty and we also ate dinner there for all 3 of the nights we stayed. In all honesty, Im not sure where else we could have eaten in the local area which was at the same quality as Madhu and Sanjee's cooking. We went to the top of Pidurangala rock for an extra fee at sunrise which was well worth the money. We also paid Sanjee for a transfer to Kandy which was at a reasonable rate. Both Sanjee and Madhu were perfect hosts and really lovely people. The one thing I would say that I have found throughout Sri Lanka is to check costs before agreeing to things but that advice goes throughout and everything additional we paid for we felt was worth the money.

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9.9
Exceptional
179 reviews
Price from
132 lei
per night

Offering a garden and quiet street view, The Green Jungle is set in Dambulla, 15 km from Pidurangala Rock and 7.2 km from Dambulla Cave Temple. It is located 12 km from Sigiriya Rock and offers full-day security. The homestay provides garden views, a sun terrace, a 24-hour front desk, and free WiFi is available throughout the property.

Everything was perfect! Nuwan and his family were so accommodating. He took us to a festival and shopping when we needed some home comforts. He also organised all our tours and activities when he was unable to take us. On one night, his mother in law cooked us the most delicious meal - highly recommend! The room was large and spacious and we were so well looked after. Very underpriced for the service you receive - DEFINITELY STAY HERE!

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9.8
Exceptional
169 reviews
Price from
54 lei
per night

Situated within 18 km of Sigiriya Rock and 21 km of Pidurangala Rock in Dambulla, Triangle Home Stay offers accommodation with seating area. The property has city views and is 1.8 km from Dambulla Cave Temple and 2.4 km from Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium. The homestay features rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi.

The hosts are very kind and helpful. They collected us from the bus station in a tuktuk free of charge. They can also bring you to Sigiriya rock at sunrise. The breakfast was delicious local Sri Lankan food. The room was basic but comfortable with good aircon. Would really recommend this accommodation.

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9.3
Superb
117 reviews
Price from
78 lei
per night

Featuring free bikes, garden and views of mountain, Shashin Lake Resort is located in Dambulla, 19 km from Sigiriya Rock. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available.

Nice Location, Nice Big Room with Good Privecy.

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9
Superb
114 reviews
Price from
55 lei
per night

Blue Mountains View is a four acre property set in a quiet farming village close to Dambulla Cave Temple. The property features natural streams and a large organic farm for guests to explore. As a part of the real Sri Lankan homestay experience, guests can pick vegetables from our garden and enjoy our homegrown organic rice, veggies and curry for dinner.

this is a wonderful homestay, the owner Pradeep, goes out of his way to help you arrange anything you want, and his pride and love for his village and country make it all the more wonderful! we were sorry to leave!

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9.4
Superb
342 reviews
Price from
137 lei
per night

Located within 18 km of Sigiriya Rock and 21 km of Pidurangala Rock in Dambulla, The Green Village Dambulla features accommodation with seating area. It is situated 2.6 km from Dambulla Cave Temple and offers a 24-hour front desk. There is free private parking and the property provides paid airport shuttle service.

Breakfast was amazing, so was the owner. It was pleasure to meet them!

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9.8
Exceptional
587 reviews
Price from
78 lei
per night

Boasting pool with a view and views of garden, Sevonrich Holiday Resort is a recently renovated guest house situated in Dambulla, 20 km from Sigiriya Rock. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and a lift, along with free WiFi throughout the property. There is free private parking and the property features paid airport shuttle service.

Great stay!! The rooms were clean and comfortable. Location was brilliant! The host was very warm and friendly, helped us plan our entire day!!! The sunset point, free service provided by the host, is a must visit. The hospitality is top notch!! Thanks for a great trip, we’d recommend this place to everyone.

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9.1
Superb
462 reviews
Price from
45 lei
per night

Surrounded by lush greenery, SA Village offers tranquil and comfortable accommodation with free WiFi access in its public areas. Operating a 24-hour front desk, it features a sun terrace and complimentary parking on site.

Excellent all around. Thank you for your hospitality.

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9.5
Exceptional
146 reviews
Price from
77 lei
per night

Offering a garden and mountain view, Hotel Hanguk Villa is set in Dambulla, 17 km from Sigiriya Rock and 20 km from Pidurangala Rock. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. The guest house features family rooms.

Excellent clean room, friendly welcome. Nice fresh juice on arrival. Better than the pictures! Very nice new AC, great bathroom with hot showers, really good mosquito nets with elastic edging. Set well back from the lorry and bus filled busy main road with really nice views across to the hills, was very tranquil. Can sit out the front of your room or there was the covered eating area with dartboard. Re-opened 7 months ago and the new owners are doing a great job. Included breakfast with fruit, toast and eggs. Would thoroughly recommend this place if staying in dambulla, great value and as mentioned before, away from the busy main road.

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9.4
Superb
76 reviews
Price from
173 lei
per night

Smashing Inn, a property with a garden, is located in Dambulla, 20 km from Sigiriya Rock, 23 km from Pidurangala Rock, as well as 1.2 km from Dambulla Cave Temple. This homestay offers free private parking and full-day security. The homestay provides garden views, a sun terrace, a 24-hour front desk, and free WiFi is available throughout the property.

The hospitality of the owners was superb. The breakfast was mindblowing. We enjoyed staying there. We would highly recommend anyone visiting Dambulla to stay there.

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9.1
Superb
54 reviews
Price from
45 lei
per night

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  • Simoya Nature Park
    9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 179 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, Simoya Nature Park is set in Dambulla, 19 km from Sigiriya Rock and 22 km from Pidurangala Rock.

    Wonderful host and his family - without them our stay wouldn't be perfect.

  • The Green Jungle
    Breakfast options
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 169 reviews

    Offering a garden and quiet street view, The Green Jungle is set in Dambulla, 15 km from Pidurangala Rock and 7.2 km from Dambulla Cave Temple.

    - extremely clean - great location - great hospitality and accommodating host

  • Triangle Home Stay
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 117 reviews

    Situated within 18 km of Sigiriya Rock and 21 km of Pidurangala Rock in Dambulla, Triangle Home Stay offers accommodation with seating area.

    Lovely little home stay with a very friendly host.

  • Shashin Lake Resort
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 114 reviews

    Featuring free bikes, garden and views of mountain, Shashin Lake Resort is located in Dambulla, 19 km from Sigiriya Rock. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

    Friendly staff, clean and tidy in beautiful location

  • Blue Mountains View
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 342 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi and a restaurant, Blue Mountains View offers accommodation in Dambulla. Free private parking is available on site.

    in the middle of the nature, Pradeep was super supportive and welcoming

  • The Green Village Dambulla
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 587 reviews

    Located within 18 km of Sigiriya Rock and 21 km of Pidurangala Rock in Dambulla, The Green Village Dambulla features accommodation with seating area.

    The owner of the hotel was exceptionally helpful - a lovely man -

  • Sevonrich Holiday Resort
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 462 reviews

    Boasting pool with a view and views of garden, Sevonrich Holiday Resort is a recently renovated guest house situated in Dambulla, 20 km from Sigiriya Rock.

    Very clean and comfortable, lovely pool, everyone very helpful

  • SA Village
    Breakfast options
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 146 reviews

    Surrounded by lush greenery, SA Village offers tranquil and comfortable accommodation with free WiFi access in its public areas.

    Good room and location for a quick trip in Dambulla!

Great access to the city centre! Check these homestays in Dambulla

  • Tiny Homestay
    Central location
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Located in Dambulla and only 20 km from Sigiriya Rock, Tiny Homestay provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Nature Lotus Villa
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Featuring free bikes, garden and views of garden, Nature Lotus Villa is located in Dambulla, 12 km from Sigiriya Rock. This homestay offers free private parking and full-day security.

  • Cinty Guest House
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 3 reviews

    Featuring garden views, Cinty Guest House offers accommodation with terrace, around 10 km from Sigiriya Rock.

  • Ridge Boundary View
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 20 reviews

    Featuring mountain views, Ridge Boundary View features accommodation with terrace, around 28 km from Sigiriya Rock. With garden views, this accommodation offers a balcony.

    výhled byl krásný, milý majitel, hezký pokoj, dobrá snídane

  • The Forest Edge
    Central location
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Offering a garden and mountain view, The Forest Edge is set in Dambulla, 30 km from Sigiriya Rock and 33 km from Pidurangala Rock. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking.

  • The Green Garden
    Central location
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 6 reviews

    Located in Dambulla, 4.8 km from Dambulla Cave Temple, The Green Garden offers free WiFi. There is a private bathroom with shower in all units, along with free toiletries and a hair dryer.

    Nice place to stay and breakfast was delicious.only 100m to kandy main road.garden and arround the homestay beautiful.I think best place to stay in dambulla

  • Rock View Home Stay
    9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 34 reviews

    Rock View Home Stay is situated in Dambulla. Some units include a terrace and/or balcony. The homestay offers a continental or Full English/Irish breakfast. Guests can also relax in the garden.

    Very nice food. Very helpful in organising trips during the stay.

  • Lake Island Home Stay
    9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 19 reviews

    Set in Dambulla and only 19 km from Sigiriya Rock, Lake Island Home Stay offers accommodation with lake views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Moc vstřícní a milí hostitelé. Kousek od ubytování krásné koupací jezero a chrám. Výborná snídaně.

  • Kon Tree Shade
    Central location
    9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 11 reviews

    Set just 24 km from Sigiriya Rock, Kon Tree Shade features accommodation in Dambulla with access to a garden, a terrace, as well as a 24-hour front desk.

    The extremely friendly family, the food and the overall atmosphere :)

  • Autumn Home Stay
    Central location
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 19 reviews

    Boasting garden views, Autumn Home Stay offers accommodation with balcony, around 19 km from Sigiriya Rock. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

    L'amabilité et la serviabilité de Nuwan. Eau chaude. Tres grand lit. Calme

  • lake Edge Dambulla
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 22 reviews

    Offering a garden and lake view, lake Edge Dambulla is situated in Dambulla, 22 km from Sigiriya Rock and 25 km from Pidurangala Rock.

    Super lovely location and hosts. Really enjoyed staying here.

  • Jungle House Tourist Inn
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 3 reviews

    Located in Dambulla, 28 km from Sigiriya Rock, Jungle House Tourist Inn offers accommodation with spa facilities, beauty services and a fitness room.

  • Miracle Home Stay
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 87 reviews

    Set within 19 km of Sigiriya Rock and 22 km of Pidurangala Rock in Dambulla, Miracle Home Stay features accommodation with seating area.

    near to Dambulla cave temple. Breakfast was superb

  • Little Home stay Dambulla
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 5 reviews

    Featuring mountain views, Little Home stay Dambulla offers accommodation with terrace, around 20 km from Sigiriya Rock.

    very Close to the golden temple, basic but has everything you need. Not easy to find - look for „Sunflower hotel”

  • Gal Oruwa Resort
    Central location
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 26 reviews

    Set within 19 km of Sigiriya Rock and 22 km of Pidurangala Rock in Dambulla, Gal Oruwa Resort provides accommodation with seating area.

    Beautiful, peaceful surroundings and high end quality interior

  • Hotel Hanguk Villa
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 76 reviews

    Offering a garden and mountain view, Hotel Hanguk Villa is set in Dambulla, 17 km from Sigiriya Rock and 20 km from Pidurangala Rock. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

    I liked it a lot. Great host, good breakfast, clean and silent place!

  • Family Nest
    Central location
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 80 reviews

    Family Nest is situated in Dambulla, 300 metres from Dambulla Cave Temple and 2.2 km from Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium. Some units feature a seating area for your convenience.

    Lovely guesthouse, I recommend this place ! And the food was delicious

  • Vihangi Guesthouse
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 30 reviews

    Featuring a garden, terrace and views of garden, Vihangi Guesthouse is located in Dambulla, 20 km from Sigiriya Rock.

    So liebevolle Gastgeber und erst das Frühstück. So schmeckt Liebe 🫶

  • Dambulla Sun Vsh Holiday
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 64 reviews

    19 km from Sigiriya Rock in Dambulla, Dambulla Sun Vsh Holiday features accommodation with access to spa facilities and fitness room.

    Super miejsce, mila właścicielka i pyszne jedzenie!! Polecam

  • Niduwari Lake Homestay
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 99 reviews

    Set within 20 km of Sigiriya Rock and 23 km of Pidurangala Rock in Dambulla, Niduwari Lake Homestay features accommodation with seating area.

    Friendly & helpful family, pretty location, good food.

  • Perfect Hideout
    Central location
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 33 reviews

    Located just 20 km from Sigiriya Rock, Perfect Hideout offers accommodation in Dambulla with access to a garden, a terrace, as well as a 24-hour front desk.

    The room felt like a luxury hotel. The bed was so comfortable.

  • Pawana Rest
    Central location
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 33 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi, Pawana Rest offers accommodation in Dambulla, 3 km from Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium. Free private parking is available on site.

    La familia increible🌞 muy buen servicio y muy atentos!

  • Restwell Homestay
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 75 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, Restwell Homestay is located in Dambulla, 18 km from Sigiriya Rock and 21 km from Pidurangala Rock.

    Good breakfast with helpful Staff. Basic room with air con

  • Smashing Inn
    Central location
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 54 reviews

    Smashing Inn, a property with a garden, is located in Dambulla, 20 km from Sigiriya Rock, 23 km from Pidurangala Rock, as well as 1.2 km from Dambulla Cave Temple.

    Great hospitality, wonderful Sri Lankan breakfasts

  • Priya Homestay Kandalama
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 16 reviews

    Set within 14 km of Sigiriya Rock and 17 km of Pidurangala Rock in Dambulla, Priya Homestay Kandalama provides accommodation with seating area.

    magnifique endroit dans la jungle Famille d’accueil super sympathique

  • Dambulla Tourist Resort
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 145 reviews

    Featuring a terrace with garden views, a garden and a shared lounge, Dambulla Tourist Resort can be found in Dambulla, close to Dambulla Cave Temple and 18 km from Sigiriya Rock.

    1. Location very good, near the cave temple; 2. Staff very helpful;

  • Takeshi Inn
    Central location
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 32 reviews

    Takeshi Inn offers guestrooms with free WiFi, a restaurant and 24-hour front desk. The property also has a garden and barbecue facilities. Free private parking is available nearby.

    All about hotel in good condition Thank,s for greatfull stau.

  • Tourist Holiday Inn
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 4 reviews

    Situated within 20 km of Sigiriya Rock and 24 km of Pidurangala Rock in Dambulla, Tourist Holiday Inn provides accommodation with seating area.

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Homestays that guests love in Dambulla

  • Avg. price/night: 137.32 lei
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 342 reviews
    this is a wonderful homestay, the owner Pradeep, goes out of his way to help you arrange anything you want, and his pride and love for his village and country make it all the more wonderful! we were sorry to leave!
    epg345
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: 54.93 lei
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 311 reviews
    Menara Green Inn is such a beautiful place with lovely hosts ♥️ their daughter is such a joy, playing with us and sparkling magic around her. The host was very friendly and eager to help by picking us from the bus station, taking us to the Cave Temple & local restaurant where you can eat good & cheap. Also, he can take you to Sigiriya with the tuktuk. I highly recommend staying at this place where you can feel like home!
    Alexandra
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: 82.39 lei
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 402 reviews
    Lovely hosts - even brought me to and picked me up from dinner and made breakfast for me at 6 am. Also booked a safari tour for me. Very close (walking distance) to the Cave Temples.
    Aemy
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: 64.08 lei
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 50 reviews
    Quiet Place, Clean Rooms, Lovely Host Family, Service, Atmosphere
    Parinya
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: 90.82 lei
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 117 reviews
    Host family are very friendly and kind. They prepared a huge breakfast for us every morning with tea and coffee. They also drove us to dinner when it was raining in their tuk tuk. There are mosquito nets over the bed. The hot water system doesn’t get super hot (which was the same in all our home stays) but it was warm. The home stay is walking distance from restaurants.
    Miranda
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: 54.93 lei
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 311 reviews
    The host family were so lovely and helpful, nothing was too much to ask. Indika gave us plenty of lifts on his tuk tuk into town, very generously for free, and took his day to show us around the sights and ensure we got an excellent tour. We felt really welcomed and at home here and would definitely stay again. The room was clean and the setting of the homestay was beautiful - lots of plants and they even grow their own fruit to use in juices and for breakfast.
    Jasmine
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: 61.79 lei
    9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 19 reviews
    My stay at Lake Island Home Stay in Dambulla was nothing short of magical. From the moment I arrived until the day I reluctantly departed, I was immersed in a paradise of tranquility and natural beauty. This charming homestay is a hidden gem that offers an authentic Sri Lankan experience like no other.
    Johnes
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: 137.32 lei
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 342 reviews
    My stay at Pradeep’s homestay was absolutely wonderful. The place is beautifully located offside the busy streets in a rural area. Homemade food, a stroll through the own garden, having a nap in the hammock and a swim in the nearby river - is everything you wish for. I could have stayed for 2 weeks easily. If you are looking for a calm place to ease off, a lovely family home stay and like to experience real life in sri lanka, this is the place to go! it‘s really 12/10.
    Svenja
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: 86.97 lei
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 587 reviews
    amazing host - a family run home stay who welcome you warmly and provide all information and advice you need to make the most of your stay in Dambulla and surrounds. huge and delicious breakfast each morning. host dropped us in town (homestay is a 10 min walk from town) and cave temple in his tuk tuk. stay here - you won’t regret it!
    A
    Adam
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: 274.64 lei
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 24 reviews
    Everything! Stunning location, comfortable, one of a kind accomodation and the most lovely host family we have met in Sri Lanka.
    Karen
    Young couple