Puwakattawala road, off dambulla Matale road, Pannampitiya Dambulla
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1 night, 2 adults
USD$1,617
Includes taxes and charges
1 night, 2 adults
USD$1,617
Includes taxes and charges
“The hotel has a weathered charm that shows its experience through the staff who …”
“The food is amazing but the serice from the staff was 10/10”
“Great food in house, artistic rooms and breath taking views”
“Good sized bedrooms”
“We played football enjoyed the river and the pool”
“Great pool”
“Spectacular location , very close to sigriya loin fortress”
“The location of hotel is next to a good portion of forest and nice creek”
“The room was massive and we had 2 interconnected rooms that were very clean and …”
“Clean in the rooms and pool”
“Surroundings Breakfast”
“Very good food, you can choose a European or traditional breakfast”
Welcoming guests with an outdoor swimming pool and sauna facilities, Arika overlooks peaceful greenery views. Guests enjoy comfortable guestrooms with air conditioning and a private terrace. Located within a 10-minute drive from Dambulla town, the property is also 25 km from Sigiriya Rock Fortress and a 3.5-hour drive to Bandaranaike International Airport. Rooms at Arika are clean and comfortable. They are painted in warm orange tones and furnished with a flat-screen cable TV, seating area and wardrobe. Bathroom facilities are en suite include hot-water showers. Guests can enjoy a good karaoke session or organize a barbeque. Arika’s 24-hour front desk can assist with travel arrangements and airport shuttle services are available at a surcharge. Local Sri Lankan dishes can be enjoyed at the in-house restaurant. For alternative dining options, room service is available and breakfast can be served in the room upon request.
Reerus
extended_group
February 17, 2026
“Tranquil Escape with exceptional Service”
The hotel has a weathered charm that shows its experience through the staff who are eager to please. The food has been the best I've had so far in Sri Lanka (after visiting Negombo and Kandy). The atmosphere is laid back and tranquil where one can enjoy waking up to birds chirping and water running from the river that touches the property. The staff are aware of some of the hotels shortcomings and go out of their way to make your experience a pleasant one.
Sameer
family_with_children
February 17, 2026
“Fantastic”
Our stay at Arika Villa was beyond our expectations. The owner is a gem of a person and treat you as a your own family. Spectacular location , very close to sigriya loin fortress. Would like to stay in this villa again. Great food in house, artistic rooms and breath taking views!! 10 rating
Pearson
family_with_children
February 3, 2026
The food is amazing but the serice from the staff was 10/10
Matthew
family_with_children
January 23, 2026
“Really nice spot.”
Good sized bedrooms. Really friendly and helpful staff. Beds were comfortable.
Restu
couple
November 13, 2025
“very much enjoyable stay, i had a great time and the staff are amazing!”
what a really nice property, great friendly staff!
Shaneen
extended_group
November 5, 2025
“I can’t wait to come back !”
Everything - the concept and design was brilliant. The rooms were exquisite and comfortable :) The staff and food was above and beyond; true magic. it really leveled up the whole experience. Plus the surroundings were so lush and peaceful, it was so easy to unwind. If you are more up for cultural indulgence, the access to heritage sights was so easy to organize with the team.
Thishan
couple
November 4, 2025
“A warm and relaxing getaway!”
t was a wonderful getaway — Lucian and the team provided exceptional service, making us feel completely at home. The rooms were spacious compared to other hotels, and the food options were excellent. Highly recommended!
Vinay
extended_group
February 7, 2025
“ARIKA VILLA DAMBULLA”
The room & bathroom was big but was musty. Choice of food limited and very average. The faucet in the bathroom sink had too much pressure and water was splashing out of the sink. Location and property is just average and I thought with the money paid one could get a better property.
michael
family_with_children
December 30, 2024
The service was amazing! Every desire we had was accomplished. It felt very safe and nice. The shower was a real treat and the rooms are very spacious. We played football enjoyed the river and the pool. The food was great and in general very personal service. Our best stay until now we would love to stay more.
Kaushik
couple
October 7, 2024
“It was very friendly and relaxing”
The room and food were both fine. The room was really big in area . The location of hotel is next to a good portion of forest and nice creek . It was very quiet with birds songs heard all the time
Pashley
family_with_children
July 26, 2024
“Best holiday ❤️”
Cannot thank the staff enough. We had the best 7 days on Sri Lanka thanks to their amazing hospitality. The room was massive and we had 2 interconnected rooms that were very clean and well maintained. The food was incredible and well worth paying for half board. My kids asked if we could stay forever! This place will have a little place in our hearts and I honestly cannot recommend the place enough. Thank you
Janiece
couple
May 18, 2024
“Oasis in the jungle”
Central to activities. Warm and welcoming and good food. Great pool
justin jencks
family_with_children
February 18, 2024
“…. stay was fine and relaxed. Good service. Rooms a bit dated but clean and fine. 40 minutes from Si”
easwari
family_with_children
February 17, 2024
“Overall very good service set in a beautiful environment”
Surroundings Breakfast
MARIUSZ
family_with_children
February 4, 2024
Perfect stay. Great and helpful service. Very good food, you can choose a European or traditional breakfast. Clean in the rooms and pool. Great welcome by the manager and all the staff are very nice young people. I recommend and thank you for a wonderful time !
Mal
family_with_children
February 1, 2024
“Nice place with pool and good sized rooms.”
The place sits ona small creek running along pool. Rooms a good size with lovely pool.
Daniele
extended_group
January 25, 2024
“Great location to start the culture route. Quite area outside of town.”
Facility could be updated. But still fine to stay. Location a bit outside of town but therefore very quite.
Jevgēnijs Diners
family_with_children
January 18, 2024
Very friendly personnel For our family 2+2 we got apartment with 2 separate rooms, 2 separate bathrooms. Lot of square meters Restaurant is good. For kids from Europe, eating only pizza/pasta is very good. Swimming pool is good
David
couple
January 4, 2024
“Disappointed”
Uninviting and unclean . Tv not working. No hot water first night . Poolside toilets were terrible and poolside area was unclean
Niroshana
family_with_children
December 2, 2023
“If you're on the lookout for a place where warmth meets comfort, and the culinary experience is a journey in itself,”
The staff's hospitality was top-notch — super helpful and attentive. Our room was not just tidy, but spacious enough for our family of four to spread out comfortably. And let's talk about the food — oh my, culinary heaven! Each bite was a delight, and we left with happy taste buds. But it's not just about what's inside; the surroundings are pure magic. Arika is nestled by the enchanting Dhambulla Oya, adding a touch of serenity to the stay. Plus, being close to Dhambulla city center and the famous cave temple was a huge bonus for exploration
Hiking, Cycling, Badminton equipment, Yoga classes, Walking tours, Themed dinner nights, Cooking class
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Board games/puzzles
Kid meals, Special diet menus (on request), Fruits, Breakfast options, Restaurant, Breakfast in the room
Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Physical distancing in dining areas
Bicycle parking, Family rooms, Safety deposit box, Non-smoking rooms, Soundproof rooms, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning
WiFi, Internet services, Free WiFi
Outdoor furniture, Picnic area, Outdoor fireplace, Garden, Terrace, Outdoor pool, Sun terrace, Outdoor pool (all year), BBQ facilities
Free parking, Parking, Parking on site, Private parking, Accessible parking, Street parking
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Swimming Pool, Pool with view, Pool/beach towels, Shallow end, Sun loungers or beach chairs, Sun umbrellas, Swimming pool
Invoice provided
24-hour security, Key access, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, Fire extinguishers
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available
Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive, Check-in kiosk in the lobby, Lockbox key collection at the property
Shuttle service, Trouser press, Airport shuttle (additional charge), Shared lounge/TV area, Daily housekeeping, Ironing service, Express check-in/check-out, Valet parking, Currency exchange, Room service, 24-hour front desk, Airport shuttle, Babysitting/child services, Laundry, Dry cleaning, Concierge service, Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (additional charge), Packed lunches, Car hire, Tour desk, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage
Public transport tickets, Airport pick up, Airport drop off
Decorated in warm shades of orange, this air-conditioned room features a private terrace, flat-screen cable TV and wardrobe.
This quadruple room's standout feature is the pool with a view. The spacious quadruple room offers soundproof walls, a minibar, a terrace with lake views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 2 beds.
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