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Kalundewa Retreat

4.5 star property
Luxury lodge in Dambulla with spa and outdoor pool

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Near Dambulla Cave Temple, Kalundewa Retreat offers a tranquil haven. Discover the lodge's lush garden and unwind in the library or take advantage of hiking and biking excursions. Indulge in rejuvenating spa treatments, savor international cuisine at The Treehouse restaurant, or relax by the outdoor pool.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Free use of bicycles
  • 24-hour room service
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden

Feel at home (6)

  • Fridge
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker

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About the area

Map
Kalundewa Road, Dambulu Oya, Dambulla

What's nearby

  • Dambulla Cave Temple - 13 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium - 17 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Popham's Arboretum - 18 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Ancient City of Sigiriya - 39 min drive - 30.9 km
  • Pidurangala Rock - 50 min drive - 34.2 km

Getting around

  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Mango Mango - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Kanchana Restaurant - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Ninu - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Viewing Gallery - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Kalundewa Retreat

Enjoy your visit to Dambulla with a stay at Kalundewa Retreat. You can visit the spa to indulge in facials or aromatherapy, and international cuisine is served at The Treehouse, which is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other features of this luxurious lodge include an outdoor pool, a bar/lounge and free bike rentals.

Languages

Arabic, Dutch, English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 6 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle*
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • English breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills
  • Private dining
  • 24-hour room service

Travelling with children

  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Yoga classes
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Safari nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Free bike hire

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Mosquito nets
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Shower/bath combination
  • Rainfall shower heads
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the lodge's full-service spa. Services include facials, body scrubs and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

Dining

The Treehouse – This restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) gala dinner per adult: USD 100
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) gala dinner per child: USD 50 (from 8 to 12 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) gala dinner per adult: USD 100
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) gala dinner per child: USD 50 (from 8 to 12 years old)

Optional extras

  • English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 25 for adults and USD 12.50 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 25.0 per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay

Also known as

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Kalundewa Retreat Lodge
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Kalundewa Retreat Lodge Dambulla

Frequently asked questions

Does Kalundewa Retreat offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Kalundewa Retreat does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Kalundewa Retreat?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Kalundewa Retreat?

Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Kalundewa Retreat?

Yes, there's free self parking. Electric car charging is available.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by Kalundewa Retreat?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Kalundewa Retreat?

You can check in starting at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-out are available.

What is there to do at Kalundewa Retreat and nearby?

Have fun with on-site activities such as kayaking, cycling and hiking. Additional recreation on-site includes yoga. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Kalundewa Retreat also has spa services and a picnic area, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Kalundewa Retreat?

Yes, The Treehouse offers international cuisine.

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Kalundewa Retreat Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Beautiful peaceful property in the middle of nature room with plunge pool was spectacular! Take a bike ride around the rice fields and see so many beautiful birds. I will come back and stay longer next time!
1-night trip

10/10

The place is serene and simply stunning. If you want to have a relaxing holiday, not doing much but hanging out by the swimming pool, cycling around rice fields, enjoying locally produced organic vegetable meals away from crowds of tourists and being attended to by friendly staff - here is your spot. It is in the midst of the nature so if you have limited tolerance to wild life, maybe reconsider, but I consider such place in this world today as a hidden gem. It was a perfect get away for us and would love to come back again.
3-night trip

10/10

We had a very particular Nil room. You have to reach the and leave the room with a boat. To get out from the room you need to contact the reception with wifi which was not available all the time .This made a challenging stay and also very particular.You are in the nature .As all is widows it might be a little bit hot in day time. Altogether very particular stay with a very attentive staff .
1-night trip

2/10

Very bad smell in the bath area. Upper floor guest made huge noise and spoiled our stay. Since the upper floor is timber, it's better if you avoid this combination. It was nice place
2-night trip

2/10

1-night trip

10/10

1-night trip

8/10

You are surrounded by nature, birds, animals, everywhere you look. The staff is very friendly, funny, and the service is excellent. The property is lush and gorgeous. Its a magical place! But, the facilities are close to 10 years old, and being that close to nature has its «downsides», if you are not REALLY into it. Even so, we loved our time there. Tip: order the local dishes on the menu;)
4-night trip

10/10

My wife and I had an amazing stay at this retreat in an animal conservation area. We saw a huge variety of animals including birds, peacocks and monkeys! The room was very nice and a mosquito net was provided. All of the staff were very friendly and caring and I would definitely recommend a stay here!
2-night trip

10/10

The property is gorgeous, with mountain views across rice paddies. The staff is extremely sweet and will take you on nature walks throughout the property to spot birds and take a boat ride over the lake!
4-night trip

10/10

Beautiful location. Immersed in wildlife on this conservation site. Lovely staff with a very knowledgeable resident naturalist who took us on a bike tour of the local area- very knowledgeable about local biodiversity and sustainability. We were upgraded to a chalet which was very comfortable. We saw so much wildlife from the hornbills roosting near our chalet to monitor lizards, monkeys and sea eagles! The facilities borrow the landscape rather than dominate and its not the sort of place for free cocktails and extensive buffet dining either. The local food choices such as curry and rice are delicious - the more western dishes are fine but i woukd stick to sri lankan dishes which they are keen to cook. The chef cooked us an off menu dish of fish he had got from the market which was lovely! If you love nature and simple luxury you'll love Kalendewa.
5-night trip

6/10

Incredible ground, but a strange hotel. Trying to be boutique but distinctly average. Food was below par - especially considering the cost. Pretty sure it was pre processed out of a packet (in cubes) but described as fresh. Yuk. The room also felt dated even though it tried to seem modern. The massive grounds (with various unique animals) was a plus, but the fact that almost nobody else seemed to be at the hotel made it feel lonely - and weird. A shame really.
1-night trip