4.5(Based on 15 reviews)
Small Boutique Hotel in Dambulla
Capacity
21 Guests
View
Garden View
Current Weather
26°C & Partly Cloudy
Peaceful garden retreat with a pool, surrounded by nature in Dambulla.
Located just 10 minutes from Dambulla town, this tranquil property offers comfortable, air-conditioned rooms with private terraces overlooking lush gardens and greenery. Guests can relax by the outdoor pool, enjoy traditional Sri Lankan meals at the restaurant, and explore nearby sites like the Dambulla Cave Temple and Sigiriya. With a sauna, BBQ facilities, and family-friendly amenities, it’s an ideal stay for couples, families, and travelers looking for nature, culture, and comfort in Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle.
Location
Dambulla
Dambulla is a historic town known for its UNESCO-listed cave temple, ancient statues, and murals. Surrounded by paddy fields and lakes, it’s a great base for exploring Sigiriya, Minneriya, and Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle.
Exact location of the property will be shared with the booking confirmation.
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Accommodation Options
Deluxe Room
01 - 03 Guests per Room
07 Rooms
Property Amenities
Breakfast
Free Wifi
Outdoor swimming pool
Sauna facilities
Room service
Family rooms
24-hour front desk
Karaoke and BBQ facilities
Property Rules
Property Rules
Check-in from 14:00
Checkout before 12:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
Things to Know
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
Please note that the property operates on Bring Your Own Booze (BYOB). Therefore, guests are welcome to bring alcoholic beverages.
Terms & Conditions
There is a minimum 2 nights booking requirement on long weekends
Do not consume alcohol, intoxicants, or heavy meals before activities.
We need to know if you are suffering from heart conditions, epilepsy, or any other medical condition
In an overbooking situation hotel reserves the right to transfer / provide alternate accommodation for clients.
Guest Reviews
4.5/ 5.0
Reviews are gathered from various online review platforms.
Accuracy4.6
Communication4.7
Location4.6
Value4.8
Cleanliness4.7
Nuzzy J
Verified Guest
The chef and kitchen team were exceptional
We had the most wonderful stay at Arika Villa in Dambulla. From the moment we arrived, the team’s warmth and attentiveness made us feel completely at home. The chef and kitchen team were exceptional – every meal was fresh, flavourful, and beautifully presented. Our room was spacious, spotless, and incredibly comfortable, with thoughtful touches throughout. The villa’s location is perfect – peaceful yet close to all the sights. It’s the kind of place where you can truly unwind and feel cared for. Highly recommended!
Surandi Mallawarachchi
Verified Guest
The food was absolutely delicious and beautifully served
We had a wonderful two-night stay at the hotel. From the warm welcome to the friendly and attentive staff, everything was impressive. The food was absolutely delicious and beautifully served. Our room was spacious, spotless, and very comfortable. Highly recommended for a relaxing getaway!
Gishanka de Silva
Verified Guest
A cozy little gem in Dambulla
A cozy little gem in Dambulla. Excellent service location and rooms Absolutely massive , comfortable rooms and bathrooms. Exceptionally clean and well maintained. Arika isn’t huge or super modern, but has old school charm backed by truly exceptional service and food. The hotel Manager and Chef were absolute highlights along with the rest of the staff. Exceptionally friendly, flexible and helpful, they made sure the attended to all requirements. The chefs food was excellent weather snacks and bites, rice and curry or a great BBQ A very relaxing stay.
Arunan Pandiyan
Verified Guest
A peaceful and quiet stay
I loved everything about this resort. We were warmly welcomed with drinks, and our clean, comfortable room had a spacious bathroom and a terrace facing the garden. Though the TV wasn’t working properly, they provided an iron and hairdryer on request. The resort is set in a serene, nature-filled area. Relaxing by the pool was a highlight. The chef was passionate and friendly, and the food was delicious. Staff were well-trained and genuinely welcoming. I appreciated their eco-friendly efforts—notes on water usage and time switches to save energy showed real care for the environment. Highly recommended!
Josh C
Verified Guest
Food, Comfort, Nature and Peace
We had such a lovely stay at Hotel Arika. The staff were so accommodating and flexible. The dining and pool area is beautiful. The trees and river next to hotel mean you can always watch the nature that inhabits the area from the comfort of your table. Our room was spacious, modern and with good air conditioning. From the balcony, again, you could watch the monkeys and birds. The food is really first class, offering a good selection but obviously the Sri Lankan curry selection was particularly good. Also, for those cautious travellers, you can rest assured that the hotel takes great care in providing plenty of safe bottled water. This was a very peaceful experience and would highly recommend for anyone seeking this too.
Alena Gillings
Verified Guest
The hotel is very rundown!
It was seriously awful experience! The hotel is very rundown. The doors of the cabinets were falling down. Dust was everywhere and smell. Air conditioning stopped working in the middle of the night. The internet wasn’t working ether! I must say the people who work were extremely nice and smilie. But they are not trained at all. The restaurant- it’s another level of horror. We travel and eat out a lot but not even one meal was done properly in Arika restaurant. I can’t give it even 1 star! Sorry for ourselves, we came such a long way from Australia to experience something like that.