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Gimanhala Hotel

Jaffna - Kandy Highway, 754 Anuradhapura Road, Dambulla, Central Province 21100, Sri Lanka
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Amenities
Public parkingFree
Car Charging Facilities
Luggage Storage
Wi-Fi in Public AreasFree
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Café
Taxi booking service
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Property Description
Experience an abundance of unparalleled facilities and features at Gimanhala Hotel. Maintain seamless communication using the complimentary Wi-Fi at hotel. Effortlessly arrange transportation to and from the airport using the hotel's airport transfer services.Discovering Sigiriya becomes even more accessible through the taxi, car hire and shuttle amenities provided at the hotel.For visitors traveling by automobile, complimentary parking is available. During your stay at this fantastic hotel, the attentive front desk personnel can provide you with a range of amenities such as concierge service, express check-in or check-out, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes. Obtaining passes for the town's top entertainments becomes effortless with hotel's tours. For extended visits or whenever required, the laundry service ensures your preferred travel garments remain fresh and accessible. During leisurely days and evenings, on-site amenities such as daily housekeeping enable you to fully enjoy your accommodation.For all your minor, last-minute requirements, the convenience stores can promptly cater to them, eliminating the need to venture out. For visitors wishing to smoke, designated smoking zones can be found.At Gimanhala Hotel, every guestroom is provided with convenient amenities and fittings to ensure a comfortable stay.Enhance your experience at hotel with the knowledge that certain rooms are equipped with linen service and air conditioning for your convenience.A few accommodations within Gimanhala Hotel offer unique design elements such as a balcony or terrace.Certain rooms boast in-room amusement features such as television and cable TV, offering guests an enjoyable stay.In select rooms within the hotel, a coffee or tea maker, bottled water, instant coffee and instant tea is available to cater to your requirements when desired.In the hotel, certain guest bathrooms come equipped with essential bathroom amenities, such as a hair dryer, toiletries and towels, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests. Begin your day with a scrumptious on-site breakfast available each morning at Gimanhala Hotel. Begin your day feeling refreshed and invigorated as you enjoy a delightful cup of quality coffee available at the cafe situated within the hotel. At the hotel, an assortment of easily accessible and delicious meal choices are available to satisfy your appetite whenever it strikes.At Gimanhala Hotel, they are committed to catering to your unique requirements. They offer a variety of meal choices, encompassing halal alternatives for those with special dietary preferences.Enjoy an entertaining evening with your fellow travelers at the hotel's bar. At Gimanhala Hotel, visitors have the option to receive groceries directly in their accommodation, ensuring outstanding comfort and simplicity when it comes to meals. At the hotel, discerning guests can also enjoy on-site culinary facilities like BBQ facilities tailored to their preferences.During your stay at hotel, an array of engaging activities and amenities guarantees a delightful experience. Be sure to drop by the pool at hotel at least once during your stay.
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8.0/10
Very Good
Cleanliness8.0
Amenities8.0
Location8.0
Service8.0
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Surroundings
Airport: Sigiriya Airport
(14.0 km)
Train: Kekirawa
(22.2 km)
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Superior Triple Room
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Superior Triple Room

3 Single bed
Has window
Air conditioning
TV
Electric fan
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Deluxe Double Room
1

Deluxe Double Room

1 Single bed
Non-smoking
Daily housekeeping
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Standard Twin Room
1

Standard Twin Room

2 Single bed
Has window
Non-smoking
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Standard Double Room
1

Standard Double Room

1 Queen bed
Has window
Non-smoking
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Superior Twin Room
1

Superior Twin Room

Has window
Air conditioning
TV
Electric fan
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Superior Single
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Superior Single

Has window
Air conditioning
TV
Electric fan
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Superior Double Room
2

Superior Double Room

1 Double bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
TV
Electric fan
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Deluxe Double or Twin Room
1

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

1 Double bed or 2 Single bed
Non-smoking
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Standard Single
2

Standard Single

1 Single bed
Has window
Non-smoking
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8.0/10
Very Good
26 reviews
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  • Cleanliness8.0
  • Amenities8.0
  • Location8.0
  • Service8.0
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AI Summary
The staff is friendly and provides flexible service. The central location allows easy exploration. Guests appreciate the clean and spacious rooms, along with the hotel's amenities like a swimming pool and spa.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
September 8, 2025
Stayed here as part of a group tour of Sri Lanka, so the hotel was not an active choice on our part. The reception staff do a lovely job of welcoming you with a flower and bags were whisked to our room. Our room was on the first floor at the back of the hotel, reception side. Large room with dark furniture. Weird adjoining door but locked and there was someone from our group next door so ok! The room had tea and coffee making facilities. Bathroom was a compact shower room with a corner shower cubicle; there was hot water and towels. The hotel has a lovely colonial vibe, with large balconies forming the corridors in front of the rooms with chairs positioned on them. We were not in the hotel for long as we had an afternoon National park safari then an early morning start to climb Sigiriya (cannot comment on breakfast for this reason either). There is a courtyard car park and off this is coffee shop (service a local slow level). We also used the bar which is lovely and looks out onto what was a beautifully appointed pool. Across the road is a local mini-mart and near by is a Food City. I loved the building and the staff here, who really could not do enough for you, customer service was excellent. However for me there were two things that let the hotel down. The first was the wifi which only really worked close to the reception. The second was the noise from the road overnight which disturbed my sleep. My understanding from reading other reviews is that this isn't the same in all rooms, but this was our experience. That said we seemed to be well located for the sites we had come to see.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
July 22, 2025
Sri Lanka has been overwhelmingly hospitable and the gimanhala hotel has reflected that. shehanl at reception was excellent and very accommodating. It was a shame our stay was short and I couldn’t enjoy the beautiful pool setting. Thumbs up all round.👍🙏🏼
B‍h‍a‍t‍h‍i‍y‍a‍ ‍R
January 15, 2025
One of best stays I’ve ever done in a while! Super friendly and supportive staff, good food and relaxing surroundings made our stay a cosy and memorable one. The place radiates a vintage vibe mixed with a modern touch and their Sri Lankan lunch menu was total killer!
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
July 9, 2025
As an International Motivational Trainer, I had the privilege of delivering a two-day motivational training program at Gimanhala, Dambulla. The event was organized by another leading public sector organization, and I was truly honoured by the overwhelmingly positive feedback received from the participants. I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to the entire hotel team at Gimanhala for their outstanding support throughout the program. A special thank you goes to Mr. Tharusha, the Operations Manager, who provided exceptional logistical support and ensured that everything ran smoothly for both myself and my team. I also wish to appreciate the General Manager and the rest of the staff, whose professionalism and commitment contributed significantly to the success of the training. Their dedication and service excellence made this program a memorable experience.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
June 19, 2025
Bandara was so helpful explaining all the delicious food we got to eat in this beautiful hotel restaurant poolside. Buffet with dessert and however much you'd like to eat a great choice for trying lots of delicious starters and desserts 🍨 My partner tried so many of the desserts we took a photo! All 4 of us, including our swiss friends were delighted.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
May 15, 2025
Emm. We climbed sigiriya and then got drenched in the rain on the way back. We tried to reach kandy but it rained a lot more. So at 9 pm after a great meal at bentota bake house and a successful hunt for raincoat and slippers we decided to stay at this hotel as it looked good in the pictures. But that was it. In the pictures. For the prices they command, the property is not a great option to stay at. There were cockroaches roaming around everywhere. Lizards one can do nothing about so it was acceptable. The bathrooms were not cleaned for a very long period of time and there is no elevator. So if you’re differently abled advise not to choose this place. There was no dental kit available either. I requested for one and the receptionist said one would be provided the next morning. But that too never happened. The receptionist was smiling and we got a bottle of water from the cafeteria late at night. Couldn’t taste the food. Cargills and everything else including markets are nearby and its close to everything. Overall not recommended. There are nicer places for the price in dambulla. We’re just grateful that we got a place of stay during the thunderstorm. And hence average rating for that.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
May 13, 2025
Delicious selection of food for lunch! Very kind and friendly staff and lovely seating area. I loved how many vegetables there were and the fish was so good! Desserts available also as well as tea and coffee. Like the look of the pool in the garden.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
May 13, 2025
Gorgeous buffet! Such good food and really friendly Great value for money! Great variety of different food, spices and not spicy! Lovely ice cream and treats for dessert too and selection of teas and coffee. Would highly recommend and would return

Services & Amenities

Restaurant
Restaurant
Restaurant
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Internet
Outdoor swimming pool
Parking
Public (not only for guests) is available On-site parking. Reservation not needed.
Transportation
Business services
Front desk services
Languages spoken
Food & drink
Public areas
Activities
Cleaning services
Facilities for children
Accessibility
Safety & security

Property Policies

Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: after 14:00
Check-out: 12:00–12:30
Child policies
Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.

Cots and Extra Beds
For all room types, cots cannot be added. Extra bed policies vary according to room type. Please refer to the relevant room type policy.

Breakfast
TypeAmerican, Asian, Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian
StyleBoxed/packaged food
AgeFee
Adult
Contact property
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.

Pets
Pets are not allowed

Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old

Property Description

  • Opened: 1988
  • Renovated: 2016
  • Number of Rooms: 43
Phone:+94-662284864
Experience an abundance of unparalleled facilities and features at Gimanhala Hotel. Maintain seamless communication using the complimentary Wi-Fi at hotel. Effortlessly arrange transportation to and from the airport using the hotel's airport transfer services.Discovering Sigiriya becomes even more accessible through the taxi, car hire and shuttle amenities provided at the hotel.For visitors traveling by automobile, complimentary parking is available. During your stay at this fantastic hotel, the attentive front desk personnel can provide you with a range of amenities such as concierge service, express check-in or check-out, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes. Obtaining passes for the town's top entertainments becomes effortless with hotel's tours. For extended visits or whenever required, the laundry service ensures your preferred travel garments remain fresh and accessible. During leisurely days and evenings, on-site amenities such as daily housekeeping enable you to fully enjoy your accommodation.For all your minor, last-minute requirements, the convenience stores can promptly cater to them, eliminating the need to venture out. For visitors wishing to smoke, designated smoking zones can be found.At Gimanhala Hotel, every guestroom is provided with convenient amenities and fittings to ensure a comfortable stay.Enhance your experience at hotel with the knowledge that certain rooms are equipped with linen service and air conditioning for your convenience.A few accommodations within Gimanhala Hotel offer unique design elements such as a balcony or terrace.Certain rooms boast in-room amusement features such as television and cable TV, offering guests an enjoyable stay.In select rooms within the hotel, a coffee or tea maker, bottled water, instant coffee and instant tea is available to cater to your requirements when desired.In the hotel, certain guest bathrooms come equipped with essential bathroom amenities, such as a hair dryer, toiletries and towels, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests. Begin your day with a scrumptious on-site breakfast available each morning at Gimanhala Hotel. Begin your day feeling refreshed and invigorated as you enjoy a delightful cup of quality coffee available at the cafe situated within the hotel. At the hotel, an assortment of easily accessible and delicious meal choices are available to satisfy your appetite whenever it strikes.At Gimanhala Hotel, they are committed to catering to your unique requirements. They offer a variety of meal choices, encompassing halal alternatives for those with special dietary preferences.Enjoy an entertaining evening with your fellow travelers at the hotel's bar. At Gimanhala Hotel, visitors have the option to receive groceries directly in their accommodation, ensuring outstanding comfort and simplicity when it comes to meals. At the hotel, discerning guests can also enjoy on-site culinary facilities like BBQ facilities tailored to their preferences.During your stay at hotel, an array of engaging activities and amenities guarantees a delightful experience. Be sure to drop by the pool at hotel at least once during your stay.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the check-in and check-out times at Gimanhala Hotel?

The check-in time at Gimanhala Hotel is 14:00 and the check-out time is 12:30.

Does Gimanhala Hotel have a swimming pool?

Yes, Gimanhala Hotel has a pool.

Are pets allowed at Gimanhala Hotel?

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed at Gimanhala Hotel.

Does Gimanhala Hotel provide breakfast?

Yes, guests at Gimanhala Hotel can enjoy breakfast during their stay. Breakfast option(s): American, Asian, Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian.

How much does it cost to stay at Gimanhala Hotel?

Prices at Gimanhala Hotel are subject to change according to dates, hotel policy, and other factors. To view prices, please search for the dates you wish to stay at the hotel.

Which airport is closest to Gimanhala Hotel?

Sigiriya Airport is the closest airport to Gimanhala Hotel, and it is about 21 mins from hotel by car (14.0 km).

What is the cancellation policy for Gimanhala Hotel?

The cancellation policy for Gimanhala Hotel varies depending on the type of room and booking conditions.

About This Property

Nearest AirportSigiriya Airport
Distance to Airport13.97KM
Nearest Train StationKekirawa
Distance to Train Station22.17KM
Average Price FromNZD74
Hotel Star Rating2