Heritance Kandalama, Sigiriya
About the Hotel
Heritance Kandalama is a unique architectural creation designed by Geoffrey Bawa, set against a backdrop of lush greenery and Kandalama Lake. The hotel showcases innovative designs that merge with the landscape and history, offering guests insights into Sri Lanka's cultural heritage. Located near the historic Sigiriya rock fortress, it serves as a convenient base for exploring the ancient kingdom. The property features eco-friendly initiatives and a variety of leisure activities for guests.
Location
The hotel is conveniently located approximately 25 km from Sigiriya Air Force Base and near significant cultural sites such as the ancient city of Anuradhapura. Surrounding locations like Popham's Arboretum and Kaludiya Pokuna are easily accessible for exploration. Guests can also take scenic routes across sandy shores and forest edges to immerse themselves in local landscapes.
Rooms
Accommodations at Heritance Kandalama include spacious rooms from the 2nd to the 5th floor of the Dambulla Wing. Each room is equipped with modern amenities, including free Wi-Fi, a minibar, and soundproof walls. Stylish glass bathrooms feature showers and spa bathtubs, enhancing the overall comfort. Guests can enjoy balconies with picturesque views, whether facing the lake or the surrounding gardens.
Eat & Drink
The hotel offers a diverse range of dining experiences, including village fare made from organic ingredients, enjoyed as picnics in scenic paddy fields. Gourmet dining can be arranged in unique settings, such as private caves. Additionally, there are options for local and international cuisine, ensuring a variety of culinary experiences for guests.
Leisure & Business
Heritance Kandalama provides guests with numerous leisure activities, including cycling and trekking along scenic routes suitable for all skill levels. The hotel also features multiple swimming pools for relaxation and family fun. For business travelers, the newly established conference center offers inspiring venues for meetings and retreats, along with quiet areas for delegates to focus on their work.
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Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wi-Fi in public areas
- Free parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Currency exchange
- Fireplace
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Tennis court
- Badminton
- Billiard tables
- Darts
- Table tennis
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Valet parking
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Dinner
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's buffet
- Board games
- Children's play area
- Game room
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Sun loungers
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa & wellness centre
- Sauna
- Jacuzzi
- Massage
- Public Bath
- Pool with view
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Location
Reviews and Ratings
The hotel offers spacious and luxurious rooms with incredible views of the green surroundings. The service is top-notch with very polite and friendly staff. The location, though needing maintenance, is comfortable and allows for a unique experience in nature. The dining options are good, especially on Saturday nights, and the facilities are enjoyable.
The hotel offers stunning views over the lake and surrounding area, with well-equipped and upscale rooms featuring a spa bath in the bathroom window. The service is super friendly and attentive. The peaceful and relaxing location is perfect for those wanting to be close to nature, but it can get crowded. The dining experience is fabulous but slightly expensive, with expansive and tasty dishes catering to a variety of tastes. The facilities are top-notch, ensuring a luxurious stay.
I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms, although clean and comfortable, showed signs of needing refurbishment. The service was friendly and engaging but slightly pushy. The location was stunning with double views of Sigiriya and the lake. The dining experience was lovely with a variety of delicious options.
I absolutely loved my stay at the hotel! The rooms were clean and cozy, the staff was very helpful but could be a bit friendlier, and the location was simply stunning. The dining experience was delightful, although a bit chaotic at times. Overall, a great value for the money.
I found the hotel to be a mixed experience. The location was beautiful, offering stunning views of the surrounding trees and one of the swimming pools, but it felt isolated from nearby attractions. The service was top-notch, with attentive staff making our stay special, but the rooms were a bit damp and distant from the main facilities, leading to long walks. The dining experience was excellent, providing a variety of high-quality food options, especially in the breakfast buffet.
The hotel offers breathtaking views of the lake and surrounding forests from the fifth-floor rooms. While the preparation time was a bit slow, the floor-to-ceiling windows provide an incredible experience. However, the service fell short in some aspects despite the beautiful nature dance executed at the location.
My stay at the hotel was a delightful mix of nature sightings and minor inconveniences. The rooms, though spacious and well-equipped, had some unexpected guests like ants and mosquitoes. The hotel's unique integration into the rock formations added a fascinating touch to the experience, but the insect visitors were a downside.
The hotel is nestled in a serene location surrounded by tree branches with really spacious and beautifully furnished rooms, offering a cozy and elegant decor. However, some areas like the view and swimming pool could benefit from modernization.
My stay at the hotel was delightful, with clean and spacious rooms, a fantastic location, and friendly staff. However, the dining experience could use some improvement in terms of variety. The facilities were well-maintained, and overall, it offered good value for money.
On our second night, the room was painfully dark, requiring me to use my phone torch even during the day to find my belongings in the suitcase, and the proximity to the A/C unit made it really noisy. The hotel is situated through the forest towards the lake, offering a unique setting with some drawbacks.
My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The room, though small, was surprisingly comfortable. However, it lacked the promised mountain view and some basic amenities like bathrobes. The location was remote but peaceful, ideal for relaxation, yet not convenient for exploring nearby. The dining experience was exceptional with a delicious and diverse buffet spread. Overall, a stay with both highlights and drawbacks.
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