Kalundewa Retreat | Cabin in Dambulla

| 8.0 (19 Reviews) |   1 Bedroom  1 Bathroom
Dambulla Cabin | Kalundewa Retreat

1 Bedroom Cabin in Dambulla

While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including a rainfall showerhead and a refrigerator, as well as free WiFi and a bidet. Other amenities include premium bedding, laundry facilities, towels, and bathrobes.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pool
Designated Smoking Area
Balcony/Terrace
Accessibility
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Spa
Restaurant
Bar
Toiletries
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Bathrooms
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Bathrobes
  • Towels
Bedroom
  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Premium bedding
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Soundproofing
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Slippers
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Free newspapers
Breakfast
  • 1 restaurant
  • English breakfast available for a fee daily 7:00 AM–10:30 AM: USD 25 for adults and USD 12.50 for children
  • 24-hour room service
  • 1 bar
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Free bottled water
Parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Activities
  • Safari
  • Fishing
  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Yoga classes
  • Full-service spa
General
  • Front-desk safe
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Library
  • Arabic
  • Dutch
  • English
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Couples dining
  • TV in lobby
  • Mosquito nets
Guest Services
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning service
  • Concierge services
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
Internet
  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
Spa
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Facials

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 available express check-out available
Child Policy
Children are welcome. rollaway/extra beds are available for usd 25.0 per day. cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Payment Policy
Fee for english breakfast: approximately usd 25 for adults and usd 12.50 for children rollaway bed fee: usd 25.0 per day the above list may not be comprehensive. fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Pet Policy
No pets or service animals allowed

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 safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit 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 this property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Reviews

Marc
Feb 4, 2026 05:42:31 PM
Review Score:   6
Summary: 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.
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Upper Bakmee - Premier Suite (10% off on food)
Room Size: 900 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Upper Bakmee - Premier Suite (10% off on food)

General

Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Ping - 25.29, Square feet - 900, Number of bedrooms - 1, Lake view, Extra bed count 1, Separate dining area, Balcony or patio, Square meters - 84, Wardrobe or closet, Separate sitting area, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1
Bakmee Family Bungalow with Plunge Pool (10% off on food)
Room Size: m2
2 King Beds
Bakmee Family Bungalow with Plunge Pool (10% off on food)

General

Number of bedrooms - 2, Wardrobe or closet, Number of living rooms 1, Number of bathrooms - 2, Bed count minimum 2, Bed count maximum 2
Damunu - Premier Suite (10% off on food)
Room Size: 450 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Damunu - Premier Suite (10% off on food)

General

Number of living rooms 0, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Number of bedrooms - 1, Square feet - 450, Mountain view, Extra bed count 1, Separate dining area, Number of bathrooms - 1, Square meters - 42, Ping - 12.65, Wardrobe or closet, Separate sitting area, Balcony, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1
Lower Bakmee - Premier Suite with Plunge Pool (10% off on food)
Room Size: 1100 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Lower Bakmee - Premier Suite with Plunge Pool (10% off on food)

General

Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Ping - 50.59, Number of bedrooms - 1, Lake view, Wheelchair accessible, Extra bed count 1, Private pool, Separate dining area, Jetted bathtub, Furnished patio, Square feet - 1100, Wardrobe or closet, Separate sitting area, Private plunge pool, Square meters - 102, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1
Nika - Premier Suite (10% off on food)
Room Size: 550 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Nika - Premier Suite (10% off on food)

General

Number of living rooms 0, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Square feet - 550, Mountain view, Wheelchair accessible, Extra bed count 1, Separate dining area, Number of bathrooms - 1, Square meters - 51, Ping - 15.46, Wardrobe or closet, Number of bedrooms - 3, Separate sitting area, Balcony, Private plunge pool, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1
Karanda - Water Chalet with Plunge Pool (10% off on food)
Room Size: 1900 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Karanda - Water Chalet with Plunge Pool (10% off on food)

General

Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Lake view, Wheelchair accessible, Extra bed count 1, Private pool, Separate dining area, Cookware, dishware, and utensils, Kitchen, Wardrobe or closet, Separate sitting area, Balcony, Square feet - 1900, Private plunge pool, Bed count minimum 1, Square meters - 177, Ping - 53.40, Bed count maximum 1
Kumbuk - Water Chalet with Plunge Pool (10% off on food)
Room Size: 500 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Kumbuk - Water Chalet with Plunge Pool (10% off on food)

General

Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Square feet - 500, Number of bedrooms - 1, Lake view, Square meters - 46, Wheelchair accessible, Extra bed count 1, Private pool, Separate dining area, Ping - 14.05, Wardrobe or closet, Separate sitting area, Balcony, Private plunge pool, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1
Attikka - Water Chalet with Plunge Pool (10% off on food)
Room Size: 1700 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Attikka - Water Chalet with Plunge Pool (10% off on food)

General

Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Lake view, Extra bed count 1, Private pool, Separate dining area, Cookware, dishware, and utensils, Kitchen, Ping - 48, Wardrobe or closet, Square feet - 1700, Separate sitting area, Balcony, Square meters - 158, Private plunge pool, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1
Ehela Family Bungalow (10% off on food)
Room Size: m2
5 King Beds and Twin Beds
Ehela Family Bungalow (10% off on food)

General

Bed count minimum 5, Garden view, Wardrobe or closet, Number of bedrooms - 3, Bed count maximum 5, Number of bathrooms - 3, Wheelchair accessible, Number of living rooms 1
Nil Manel - Floating Boat Villa with Hot Tub (10% off on food)
Room Size: 480 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Nil Manel - Floating Boat Villa with Hot Tub (10% off on food)

General

Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Number of bedrooms - 1, Lake view, Extra bed count 1, Square meters - 45, Private pool, Separate dining area, Ping - 13.49, Square feet - 480, Wardrobe or closet, Separate sitting area, Balcony, Private plunge pool, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1
Ehela - Deluxe Room (10% off on food)
Room Size: 270 square feet m2
1 Double Bed
Ehela - Deluxe Room (10% off on food)

General

Ping - 8, Number of living rooms 0, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Square feet - 270, Number of bedrooms - 0, Wardrobe or closet, Square meters - 25, Mountain view, Bed count minimum 1, Extra bed count 1, Bed count maximum 1, Number of bathrooms - 1

FAQ's

Is this Kalundewa Retreat pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the Kalundewa Retreat have a swimming pool?

Yes, this Kalundewa Retreat has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Kalundewa Retreat?

Best-rates for the Kalundewa Retreat starts from $140 per night with includes Guest Services, Internet, Balcony/Terrace, Restaurant, Entertainment, Breakfast, Air Conditioner, Pool, Designated Smoking Area, Bedding/Linens, Bar, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Child Friendly, Parking, Accessibility, Wellness Facilities, Spa, Toiletries, Kitchen, Laundry with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Kalundewa Retreat a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this cabin 4 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the cabin has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Kalundewa Retreat wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Kalundewa Retreat has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Kalundewa Retreat?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Kalundewa Retreat indicates 1 day stay policy at this cabin. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Kalundewa Retreat?

Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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