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Kalundewa Retreat

Property class: 4.5

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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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Kalundewa Road, Dambulu Oya, Dambulla
  • Place, Dambulla Cave Temple
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Sigiriya
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

Ehela - Deluxe Room (10% off on food)

  • Mountain view
  • 25 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Upper Bakmee - Premier Suite (10% off on food)

  • Lake view
  • 84 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Damunu - Premier Suite (10% off on food)

  • Mountain view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Lower Bakmee - Premier Suite with Plunge Pool (10% off on food)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Lake view
  • 102 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Kumbuk - Water Chalet with Plunge Pool (10% off on food)

  • Lake view
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Nil Manel - Floating Boat Villa with Hot Tub (10% off on food)

  • Lake view
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Nika - Premier Suite (10% off on food)

  • Mountain view
  • 51 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Karanda - Water Chalet with Plunge Pool (10% off on food)

  • Lake view
  • 177 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Attikka - Water Chalet with Plunge Pool (10% off on food)

  • Lake view
  • 158 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Ehela Family Bungalow (10% off on food)

  • Garden view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 King Beds and 2 Single Beds

Bakmee Family Bungalow with Plunge Pool (10% off on food)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Deluxe Room

  • Mountain view
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Dambulla

A luxury stay in Dambulla awaits you at Kalundewa Retreat. You'll be 8.7 km (5.4 mi) from Dambulla Cave Temple and 27.2 km (16.9 mi) from Ancient City of Sigiriya. Highlights at this lodge include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering can include body scrubs and aromatherapy. The restaurant, The Treehouse, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. At the lodge's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy access to kayaking, free bike hire and hiking/biking trails. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. English breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 4.5-property class Dambulla lodge, you'll be 49.1 km (30.5 mi) from Ritigala Ruins.
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What's nearby

  • Dambulla Cave Temple - 16 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Sigiriya - 18 min drive - 13.9 km
  • Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium - 20 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Popham's Arboretum - 20 min drive - 15.7 km
  • Ancient City of Sigiriya - 40 min drive - 33.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪kashyapa - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Kandy Liqour Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪pizza brothers - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Rangiri Luuv Restaurant - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Kalundewa Retreat

Kalundewa Retreat offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and complimentary bicycles. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury Kalundewa Retreat. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4.5-star Dambulla lodge.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Kalundewa Retreat offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This accommodation offers separate dining areas. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. LED televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, bathrobes, slippers and bidets.

This Dambulla lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 25 for adults and USD 12.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • The Treehouse

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Facials

Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in room

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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)

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately USD 25 for adults and from USD 12.50 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the lodge before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Kalundewa Retreat Lodge Dambulla
Kalundewa Retreat Lodge
Kalundewa Retreat Dambulla
Kalundewa Retreat
Kalundewa Retreat Lodge
Kalundewa Retreat Dambulla
Kalundewa Retreat Lodge Dambulla

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Kalundewa Retreat?

Kalundewa Retreat offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Kalundewa Retreat?

Yep, Kalundewa Retreat has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Kalundewa Retreat?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Kalundewa Retreat. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body scrubs, facials and body treatments.

Does Kalundewa Retreat have a pool?

Kalundewa Retreat has an outdoor pool.

What makes Kalundewa Retreat a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining and a lounge bar, as well as rainfall showerheads and premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Kalundewa Retreat.

Does Kalundewa Retreat serve breakfast?

Sure does, English breakfast is available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Kalundewa Retreat?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Kalundewa Retreat?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Kalundewa Retreat?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Kalundewa Retreat?

No, pets are not allowed.

Kalundewa Retreat Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 19 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was in excellent condition
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kalundewa retreat is a beautiful boutique hotel experience in a serene and relaxed setting. The rooms are large and spacious and the food is excellent. The staff went out of their way to attend to our every need. The service we received was exceptional. I would highly recommend staying at this hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wow. Luxurious property with the friendliest staff. The food was everything was picked from their farm. So fresh, generous portions, and organic! Our stay was simply amazing. We stayed in both the Floating Villa, and then the Bankee Chalet. Highly reccomend. Everyone in that visits Sri Lanka should come here.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The food was not satisfactory, the amenities are not in good condition, and the room shows considerable signs of wear and tear.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Unfortunately the room was full of mould. The place was very run down and there was mice. Amongst other issues. The staff were so kind and attentive and were very apologetic when we had to ask for our room cleaned. The food did not match the property at all, it was so tasty and amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Hidden gem of a place

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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 .
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
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.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The staff were incredibly kind and abundantly helpful throughout our stay — warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming, which made a significant difference. The food was exceptional — Michelin‑star quality. Significant, however, is the retreat’s confused identity — marketed as eco‑luxury, but in reality far closer to an eco‑lodge, with a few luxury touches and many rough edges. The property is over 20 years old, and this shows in both maintenance and overall finish. These issues have clearly been raised by previous guests, yet meaningful corrections do not appear to have been made, instead leaving frontline staff to manage potentially difficult conversations (especially about different beverage options). This feels less like oversight and more like a conscious failure to address known problems and to potentially deceive guests. On a human level, this is unfair to staff, who work tirelessly to make stays special. Management appeared chaotic, with little evidence of clear systems or processes. As guests, we were confused on what options were available to us during our stay. Overall: a serene setting with wonderful staff and exceptional dining, but ultimately overpriced for the level of polish, organisation, and transparency. Without significant correction to the business model and management approach, the current trajectory feels ill‑fated — which would be a real tragedy, at the very least for the staff who work so hard and genuinely care about guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Magical for nature lovers!

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;)
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing retreat in a conservation area!

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!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020