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4.0/5
Based on 238 guest reviews
- Includes an outdoor swimming pool
- Shuttle from airport available
- Gym / Fitness Center Available
- Hotel has 152 rooms
- 7 floors in hotel
- 15 suites in hotel
- Check in time: 2 pm
- Hotel has an eco-friendly policy
- Group booking rating of 9.0/10
- Hotel has 7 meeting rooms
Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days
Room Types
Local Attractions
Hot air balloon rides Eco park tour Purangama Boat rides Horse rides Elephant back trekking Nature trails Bird watching Cycling Elephant gathering at Minneriya national park Sigiriya Dambulla cave temple Anuradhapura Polonnaruwa Tours to ancient sites Butterfly and Dragonfly watching
Map / Landmarks Near Heritance Kandalama
Property Description
Welcome to a very special Sri Lankan hotel. A hotel that doesn't sit onthe landscape but is part of it. Where monkeys climb your balcony pillarsas if they were trees,swifts nest in the corners of corridors as if theywere cliffs, granite crags erupt into the sinuous white walkways. Whereyou can float in the infinity pool while gazing across at the Sigiriya rockfortress, the eighth wonder of the world. Welcome to Heritance Kandalama,one of the premier 5 Star hotels in Sri lanka.Room TypesTotal number of rooms : 152 Room No. Area(ft2)Superior 52 204Panoramic 22 204Luxury 30 269Luxury Panoramic 03 290Deluxe 30 269Suite 12 462Luxury Suite 02 775Royal Suite 01 1291WeddingsHonour your love with the grandeur it so richly deserves at Heritance Kandalama. Our spectacular waterfront hotel creates the perfect ambiance or this once-in-a-lifetime celebration, with an elegant ballroom, delectable cuisine and personalized attention to detail that is surpassed by none. Gather with family and friends in the days before your wedding to relax by the pool, explore the Sigiriya Rock Fortress or enjoy pampering treatments in our Six Senses spa whether your plans call for lavish gala for hundreds of guests, or an intimate luncheon with loved ones, you'll discover we are the preeminent choice for your wedding.Meetings, Conferences & WeddingsPurge the pressures of the workplace at the new Heritance KandalamaConference Centre – Sri Lanka's most inspirational venue for retreats,meetings, conferences and weddings.Meetings and conferencesWe have two conference halls and five break up rooms that can be usedfor a range of functions with a variety of seating arrangements.Meeting Space IndicatorVenue Area (ft2) Cocktails Theatre Classroom U Shape BanquetKathikawa 3780 350 300 200 150 260Kasyapa room 2690 275 60 40 60 150
Green Sustainability
Heritance Kandalama is an architectural masterpiece of world renowned architect Geoffrey Bawa. The hotel is situated within the Cultural Triangle of Sri Lanka; within close proximity of five UNESCO World Heritage Sites.We represent an unique Green Philosophy that combines responsible tourism with environment friendliness.The Heritance Kandalama has won awards as one of the most eco-friendly hotels in the world. It is by far the most environment friendly hotel in Sri Lanka. Formally known as the Kandalama Hotel, it is the first nature based large scale hotel in Sri Lanka, this made us become more sensitive to environmental & local community needs.We have shown the way how big hotels too can be effective ecotourism players by contributing much more in terms of natural environment conservation and education, bio diversity protection, empowering local communities, supporting livelihoods dependent on tourism, preserving local traditions, arts and crafts and mitigating climate change.
Details / Other Expenses
| Check In: | 2 pm |
| Check Out: | 12 pm |
| Floors: | 7 |
| Rooms: | 152 |
| Corridors: | All Rooms Have Interior Hallways |
| Suites: | 15 |
| Room Windows: | Windows Do Open |
| Cleaning Frequency: | Daily |
| Meeting Rooms: | 7 View Spaces |
| Meeting Space: | 3200 sq. feet |
| Banquet Space: | Holds 300 people |
| Dist. to Food/Bars: | 6.2 Mi |
| Dist. to Nearest Gym: | On-site |
| Lounge/Bar Hours: | 11 am- Midnight |
| Pool Info: Swimming poolsWe have three swimming pools at Heritance Kandalama.Our pools are attended by lifeguard & Pool attendant, but please supervise your children closely.Swimwear is a must and taking Alcohol while in the pool is not allowed.Kachchan PoolThis infinity pool shows the ingenuity of the architect Geoffrey Bawa the edge of the pool blends with the water of Kandalama lake, giving the impression that you are in the lake itself. Siripala, a traditional flautist from the village, also plays here in the evenings.There are changing rooms below the pool, and we provide free towels – just ask the pool attendant.Whether you're soaking in the pool, sunbathing or enjoying Siripala's music, the infinity pool is sure to become a favourite location.Open: 7am – 8pm dailyDepth: 1.1 metres – 1.8 metresKaludiya PoolKaludiya means “black water” – the bottom of the pool is the dark bedrock on which the structure of the hotel rests. The surface of the rock has been coated with plastic | |
Policies / Expenses
| Nightly Parking: | None |
| Typical Group Deposit: | 50% |
| Total Taxes: | 10.00% |
| Total Misc Fees: | $0.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
Amenities / Features
- Air conditioning
- Airport Shuttle
- Alarm clock
- Baby facilities in room
- Baggage storage facilities
- Boat Launch
- Breakfast in room
- Bus parking
- Car rental
- Child facilities
- Clothes drying
- Complimentary newspaper
- Concierge service
- Conference facilities
- Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
- Credit card accepted: American Express
- Currency exchange
- Dinner available
- DVD Player
- Elevator
- Express Check-Out
- Facilities for the disabled
- Fax available
- Fitness and health center
- Games room
- Generator for sleeping rooms
- Generator for public spaces
- Hairdryer available
- Handicap accessible
- Internet - wireless
- Free WiFi Internet
- Ironing facilities
- Jacuzzi
- Jogging path
- Laundry facilities
- Laundry valet service
- Licensed bar
- Mini bar
- Movies in room
- Non-smoking rooms
- Office or business center
- Private bathroom in room
- Private car parking
- Private garden grounds
- Quiet location
- Radio in room
- Refrigerator
- Restaurant
- 24 hours room service
- Safe in rooms
- Shop
- Shower
- Shows or evening entertainment
- Spa
- Swimming pool - outdoor
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Telephone
- Telephone in all rooms
- Television
- TV - Free Cable
- TV Channel: HBO
- Tennis court
- Terrace
- Travellers cheques accepted
- TV room
- Valet Parking
Airport & Shuttle Information
Airport Shuttle? Yes! There is an airport shuttle.
Pet Friendly?
Sorry, pets are not allowed.
Suggested AI Generated Itinerary
- Breakfast: Heritance Kandalama - Enjoy a sumptuous breakfast buffet with a view of the Sigiriya rock, right at your hotel. Distance: 0 miles
- Lunch: Gamagedara Village Food - Experience traditional Sri Lankan village cuisine in a rustic setting. Distance: 11 miles
- Dinner: Wijaya Holiday Resort - Dine with a variety of Sri Lankan and Western dishes available, enjoying the peaceful ambiance. Distance: 8 miles
- Activity: Sigiriya Rock Fortress - Explore the ancient rock fortress and palace ruins, known for its archaeological importance and breathtaking views. Distance: 10 miles
- Breakfast: Heritance Kandalama - Start your day with a delicious breakfast with a wide selection of international and local dishes. Distance: 0 miles
- Lunch: Mango Mango - Enjoy a refreshing meal with a variety of options, from traditional Sri Lankan to fusion dishes. Distance: 8 miles
- Dinner: Athula Restaurant - Experience the taste of local cuisine in a cozy setting. Distance: 9 miles
- Activity: Dambulla Royal Cave Temple and Golden Temple - Visit this iconic UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous for its beautiful murals and statues. Distance: 7.5 miles
- Breakfast: Heritance Kandalama - Enjoy the hotel's breakfast with both local and international options available. Distance: 0 miles
- Lunch: Gimanhala - Offers a relaxed atmosphere with a selection of Sri Lankan and Western dishes. Distance: 10 miles
- Dinner: Kanchana Restaurant - A great place to enjoy local cuisine with a view of the lake. Distance: 12 miles
- Activity: Minneriya National Park - Go on a safari to see elephants, monkeys, and various bird species in their natural habitat. Distance: 25 miles
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Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Heritance Kandalama
Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Heritance Kandalama.
Feel free to use the Heritance Kandalama meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Dambulla event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.
| Meeting Room Name | L x W x H (Feet) | Size (sqft.) | Banquet 5'/6'  | Crescent | Classroom | Hollow Square  | U-Shape | Boardroom | Convention 8'/10'  | Theater | Reception | Regist. Desk  |
| Kathikawa Conference Hall | 72 x 52 x 21 | 3200 | --/260 | -- | 200 | -- | 60 | 175 | --/-- | 350 | -- | -- |
Close This Kathikawa Conference HallRoom Type: Ballroom Total Size: 3200 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 72 x 52 x 21 Ft. Floor Level: 6 Columns: 0 Windows: 25+ Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? Yes Amenities Available
Half Day Rental: $9.00 USD Full Day Rental: $17.00 USD Pricing below is per person     | ||||||||||||
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FAQs about Heritance Kandalama
What time is check in?
Check in time is 2 pm based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.
What time is check out?
Check out time is 12 pm based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.
How many rooms does Heritance Kandalama have?
There are 152 sleeping rooms in the hotel.
Is there any meeting space at Heritance Kandalama?
Yes, they have 7 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.
Can I get a AAA rate at Heritance Kandalama?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer AAA hotel discounts at this time.
Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Heritance Kandalama?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.
Is there a gym at Heritance Kandalama?
Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.
Is there a pool at Heritance Kandalama?
Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Swimming poolsWe have three swimming pools at Heritance Kandalama.Our pools are attended by lifeguard & Pool attendant, but please supervise your children closely.Swimwear is a must and taking Alcohol while in the pool is not allowed.Kachchan PoolThis infinity pool shows the ingenuity of the architect Geoffrey Bawa the edge of the pool blends with the water of Kandalama lake, giving the impression that you are in the lake itself. Siripala, a traditional flautist from the village, also plays here in the evenings.There are changing rooms below the pool, and we provide free towels – just ask the pool attendant.Whether you’re soaking in the pool, sunbathing or enjoying Siripala’s music, the infinity pool is sure to become a favourite location.Open: 7am – 8pm dailyDepth: 1.1 metres – 1.8 metresKaludiya PoolKaludiya means “black water” – the bottom of the pool is the dark bedrock on which the structure of the hotel rests. The surface of the rock has been coated with plastic.
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