Heritance Kandalama

P.O Box 11, Heritance Kandalama, Sigiriya, Sri Lanka -

8.9/10 · 1575 reviews

The designer Heritance Kandalama Sigiriya hotel sits nearly a 5-minute walk from the large Kandalama Reservoir and offers a library and a gift shop. Dakinigiriya Vihara is located 2.8 km from this 5-star hotel, boasting a lounge bar and lake views.

Location

The hotel puts you in the very heart of Sigiriya, about 10 minutes' drive from Popham's Arboretum. Ibbankatuwa Megalithic Tombs is within a 7-km distance of the Heritance Kandalama, and Sigiriya Air Force Base airport is 5 km away. Visit Kandalama Tank, within 5 minutes' walk of the property, and feel complete harmony with the nature of Sri Lanka.

Rooms

This Sigiriya hotel has 152 rooms with a patio and a seating area. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels along with a minibar, coffee and tea makers are provided. Furnished with a writing table, they also have soundproof windows. Featuring comforts such as a hair dryer and bath sheets, the private bathrooms are fitted with a bidet, a walk-in shower, and a separate toilet.

Food & Drinks

Heritance Kandalama hotel serves a kid-friendly buffet breakfast in the morning. Kaludiya restaurant offers a cosy ambience along with an international menu. There is also a restaurant with different Sri Lankan dishes in the area.

Leisure & Activities

The Heritance Kandalama Sigiriya features an infinity pool as well as a Jacuzzi and a sauna. With a fitness centre that offers fitness classes and cycling, this accommodation caters to guests' physical well-being. Those on a business trip will benefit from conference equipment and a photocopy machine provided on site.

Why choose Heritance Kandalama Sigiriya

Cave dining experiences with local flavors
Luxury rooms with private Jacuzzis
Guided nature walks with experts
Infinity pool with lake views

Main amenities

Wi-Fi
Parking
24-hour services
Express check-in/ -out
Swimming Pool
Fitness/Gym
Sports activities
Spa and relaxation
On-site Dining
Meeting facilities
No Smoking
Child-friendly
Wheelchair access
Breakfast
Air conditioning
No pets allowed

Expert tips

Choose rooms with lake views for scenic mornings.

Priyanthi Abeysekara Hospitality Manager
Book spa treatments such as Shirodara or Deep Tissue Massage for relaxation.

Chaminda Perera Local Tourism Consultant
Join in-house guided tours like bird watching and jungle hikes for safety and insight.

Nalaka Senanayake Freelance Wildlife Guide
Plan meals to try freshly made hoppers prepared every morning by staff.

Ruwan Jayasuriya Part-Time Local Historian

Important information

Check-in:

from 14:00 until 23:59

Check-out:

until 12:00

Children and extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.

Quick local hint

Sigiriya

“Head out to explore the nearby Kandalama Lake and the forest surroundings. Walks guided by naturalists reveal local wildlife, including roaming elephants. You can also visit the reservoir and enjoy the natural environment right outside the hotel.”

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From USD 197 per night

Check-in 3 Nov 2026

Check-out 4 Nov 2026

Guests 2 guests

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8.9 /10

Fabulous 1575 reviews

Reviews summary

Heritance Kandalama earns repeat mentions for its fine natural surroundings and architecture blending into the forest and reservoir views. Guests highlight spacious, comfortable rooms and the infinity pool enjoyed by families. Some note the hotel's aged infrastructure with doors not fully sealing. Reviewers also mention excellent food with varied cuisines and the presence of roaming wildlife like monkeys and elephants.

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