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Heritance Kandalama

5.0 star property
Travelers find serenity at this lakeside retreat where scenic views complement spa treatments and outdoor adventures await families

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Heritance Kandalama, by a tranquil lake, offers relaxation and activity. Enjoy Coco Spa treatments, dine at four restaurants, or lounge on the sunny terrace. The hotel features an outdoor pool and in-room WiFi to keep families connected between adventures.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Bar
  • All inclusive

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe King Room

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Superior Twin Room

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Royal Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Suite

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Balcony
Separate sitting area
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Air conditioning
LED TV
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Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

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Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
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  • 1 King Bed

Superior Twin Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Panoramic Room, 1 King Bed

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Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
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Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Twin Room

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Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed

Luxury Twin Room (Panoramic)

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Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed

Luxury Twin Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed (Panoramic)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Panoramic Twin Room

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Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Luxury Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3

Panaromic King Room

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Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 3

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Luxury King Room

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About the neighborhood

Map
Kandalama Lake front, Kandalama, 21100

What's nearby

  • Popham's Arboretum - 13 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Dambulla Cave Temple - 18 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium - 22 min drive - 9.0 miles
  • Ancient City of Sigiriya - 32 min drive - 16.5 miles
  • Sigiriya Museum - 33 min drive - 16.7 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Araliya Bistro and Cafe - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Wihara Restaurant - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Ariya Restaurant - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Amaya Lake - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Heritance Kandalama

Luxury family-friendly hotel by the lake
You can look forward to an airport shuttle, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe at Heritance Kandalama. Indulge in a massage, a facial, and Ayurvedic treatments at Coco Spa, the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the 4 on-site restaurants, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like ecotours. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking and valet parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and airport pick-up service (surcharge)
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and babysitting (surcharge)
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 152 rooms offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches like air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and bidets
  • LED TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, balconies, and separate sitting areas

All inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at Heritance Kandalama are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour airport pick-up shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 20 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • 4 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Cafe Kachchan
  • Kachchan Bar
  • Kachchan Lounge
  • Kaludiya Restaurant
  • Kanchana Restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Ecotours
  • Full-service spa
  • Games
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Table tennis

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • On a lake
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

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Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 150
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 150

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 20 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 220 per vehicle
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Children under 15 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Heritance Kandalama
Heritance Kandalama Dambulla
Heritance Kandalama Hotel
Heritance Kandalama Hotel Dambulla
Kandalama
Kandalama Heritance
Hotel Heritance Kandalama
Kandalama Hotel Dambulla
Kandalama Hotel Sri Lanka
Heritance Kandalama Hotel
Heritance Kandalama Kandalama
Heritance Kandalama Hotel Kandalama

Frequently asked questions

Does Heritance Kandalama have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Heritance Kandalama pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Heritance Kandalama?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Heritance Kandalama?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Heritance Kandalama provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs on request. A fee of USD 220 per vehicle applies.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Heritance Kandalama?

Some rate plans available at this property are all-inclusive.

Where is Heritance Kandalama located?

Located on a lake, this family-friendly hotel is within 9 mi (15 km) of Popham's Arboretum, Dambulla Cave Temple, and Sri Lanka. Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium is 7.4 mi (11.9 km) away.

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Reviews

Heritance Kandalama Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.8

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 432 out of 660 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 140 out of 660 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 660 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 660 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 660 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel! the architecture and design make this a must see hotel and the staff couldn’t be friendlier. We really loved our stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing architecture and views. The grounds are lovely and the food is simply superb.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful rooms set in the most gorgeous landscape. So much thought behind each architectural choice with exceptional service and delicious food!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rajika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, ambience and service. Excellent dining options. Unmatched architectural setting.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A fabulous location and different hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andreas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very passionate team, extraordinary friendly atmosphere, excellent restaurants, in the centre of Sri Lankas nature with the opportunity to visit many UNESCO world heritage sites. We have been there for 8 nights to enjoy all those experiences. Many thanks to the team, Dr. Andreas Neuss
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Junichi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great experience to enjoy the nature/animals at the hotel. One note is that the location is a bit too far from the airport/ city area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

RYOSUKE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Totally a luxury experience.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best hotels I have ever stayed in. The Geoffrey Bawa design is stunning. Incredible views. Great location. Feels like you’re in the jungle. Staff were brilliant. The buffet food was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Building and setting were lively but the comunal areas were lacking in atmosphere. There was no nice area for evening drinks which was disappointing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anantha Vybhav

Liked: Amenities
Good property
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

THUSITHA PRABATH BANDARA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super comfortable place. Hope to stay again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seiji

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
good!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great View, Incredible Foods, and Warm Staff

I stayed in Heritance Kandalama for two days. This was the most wonderful experience that I've ever had! Great view of lake and Lion's Rock, incredible taste and kinds of buffet, warm and polite attitude of staff... all of these things made me really relaxed and energetic. Bawa's design and infinity pool are also great. I really recommend you to stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning hotel, rich history and a great location. Wish the rooms had been updated with furniture that wasn’t so run down.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff , food & hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clifford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing views. Fantastic experience. Friendly, professional staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow factor and great service. Had the best swim of the year. Expansive hotel and facilities. The full board option was the right choice for us. Food quality and selection remarkable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pablo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service,
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhys

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stunning location. Brilliant service! Wonderful architecture!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing design of hotel that blends in to the beautiful forest and lake landscape. A truly amazing piece of architecture. The staff, food and facilities are top notch.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Jungle hotel!

Hotel isn't new but didn't matter. View from room, great staff and good buffet made up for it. Loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

WEI MING

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, a masterpiece by Geoffrey Bawa, architecture hidden and surrounded by nature. Special thanks to Nalinda for the amazing architectural tour, and bird watching tour…was very lucky to spot an elephant by the lake which was a very rare occurrence!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

fiham

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the place and location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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