Smashing Inn
NO: 44, Matale Road
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10 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
10 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
Why people book this hotel
“Worth for money The owner is very humble and friendly”
“The hostess is very kind and helpful”
“Rooms were clean, spacious and the toilet with hot shower is always great”
“Hot shower worked fine, bed was ok”
“The room was absolutely spotless, comfortable, and beautifully maintained”
“Very helpful owners, clean”
“Breakfast was delicious and a huge portion”
“A beautiful garden, in the morning during breakfast we observed monkeys and a vi…”
“The location was wonderful, just a short walk from the famous caves”
“Amazing location, just 10 min walking from the temples”
“Incredible price”
“Don't expect any luxury, but the stay here is worth it”
Overview
Smashing Inn, a property with a garden, is located in Dambulla, 20 km from Sigiriya Rock, 23 km from Pidurangala Rock, as well as 1.2 km from Dambulla Cave Temple. This homestay offers free private parking and full-day security. The homestay provides garden views, a sun terrace, a 24-hour front desk, and free WiFi is available throughout the property. There is a seating and a dining area in all units. The units at the homestay are equipped with a private bathroom and bed linen. As an added convenience, the homestay offers packed lunches for guests to bring on excursions and other trips off-property. If you would like to discover the area, cycling is possible in the surroundings and Smashing Inn can arrange a bicycle rental service. Ibbankatuwa Megalithic Tombs is 3.8 km from the accommodation, while Popham's Arboretum is 4 km away. The nearest airport is Sigiriya Airport, 17 km from Smashing Inn.
Traveller reviews
Dhananjaya
family_with_children
June 13, 2026
Had an amazing stay! The room was absolutely spotless, comfortable, and beautifully maintained. The food was a major highlight-every meal was delicious, fresh, and beautifully presented. Highly recommend this place to anyone looking for great hospitality! Sorry i couldnt took the pictures of the room. But the pictures that you see in booking.com its same as its showen.
Anojan
couple
May 10, 2026
Worth for money The owner is very humble and friendly
Shankar
couple
March 20, 2026
Very helpful owners, clean
Rebecca
couple
March 18, 2026
Family was lovely. Breakfast was delicious and a huge portion!! Shower was very good- best we have had in Sri Lanka home stays. Incredible price.
Jiří
couple
March 10, 2026
“Simple accommodation with a local family - exceptional experience.”
Simple accommodation with a local family. Don't expect any luxury, but the stay here is worth it! Staying with a local family that tries to do their best for you is an incredible experience. The hostess is very kind and helpful. She cooked us an excellent traditional Sri Lankan dinner. A beautiful garden, in the morning during breakfast we observed monkeys and a view of the greenery. If you want to experience local hospitality and kindness with simple furnishings and accommodation for literally just a few dollars - this is a great place.
van Hoek
couple
February 16, 2026
“Nice location and kind family + animals”
The dinner was really nice at the home stay! The owner gives a lot of tips about where to go, how to take the public transport, etc. He even helped us to go on the bus to Kandy :)
Ruby
couple
January 23, 2026
“Lovely quiet homestay”
The location was wonderful, just a short walk from the famous caves! The host is super attentive and helpful, they make a delicious breakfast that changes every day. We arrived in town with the bus and they came to pick us up for free. They also helped us in arranging a motorbike rental and gave good tips on places to visit and when was the best time. Also the neighbours dog is actually lovely. Don't be scared, he might bark at noisy tuk tuks and motorbikes but if you approach him gently he's an absolute sweetheart! Rooms were clean, spacious and the toilet with hot shower is always great!
Nathan
couple
December 9, 2025
“Lovely stay”
Lovely family, very hospitable. Helpful with planning our stay. Delicious food.
Mariano
couple
November 9, 2025
“Smashing Inn”
Amazing location, just 10 min walking from the temples. Quite convenient if having own transportation. Accommodation is simple but it does the job. The family is quite attentive, breakfast was really good! Hot shower worked fine, bed was ok!
Daniel
extended_group
November 3, 2025
“Solid Apartment, with very good Breakfast and diner und friendly Host.”
Low standard Apartment. But it works well for visiting the Area. Best Breaktfast und Dinner!!!! Very good.
Kavita
extended_group
October 3, 2025
The property was so calm and peace. We really loved everything about this. The hostess was also very very kind and helpful
Sébastien
couple
April 12, 2025
Nice family. Nice rooms. Nice garden. Peaceful place.
Giulio
solo_traveller
February 18, 2025
The hosts, the family that manage the place is really kind. The room was good and clean, and also the dinner was amazing
Tayla
couple
January 19, 2025
We had a lovely 4 nights staying with this family. The room was great value for money and the dinner was excellent. We had a fun two days being taken around in the owners Tuktuk - he took us to the rose quartz mountain, sigriya rock, Ayurvedic spice garden, and other tourist attractions for a very reasonable price.
Thomas
couple
January 6, 2025
“Lovely stay”
Lovely hosts, delicious food, so much better than the local restaurants and great breakfast in lovely peaceful surroundings. Also can be taken places as an extra service which is great!
Tereza
couple
January 6, 2025
“Lovely home”
The homestay is located in a beautiful place next to the jungle. You can hear the sounds of nature and just relax in silence. The owners were amazing and very nice. Willingness is their main advantage. We had dinner and it was the best Sri Lankan curry we have ever eaten. The owners also helped us organize a safari and welcomed us with tea/coffee and sweets. Beautiful place.
parimal
family_with_children
December 22, 2024
Very good and beautiful. Good hospitality and amazing behaviour of stuffs.
Chane
couple
November 30, 2024
“Location, food and friendliness!”
Nestled in lush greenery, walking distance or short tuk-tuk to the cave temple and big Buddha. Lovely and friendly hosts who are very helpful. Also make incredible food - the dinner was one of the best we have had in Sri Lanka
Stefan
solo_traveller
November 26, 2024
Super peaceful location in walking distance from the Rock Temple. The hostess is a passionate cook: the Sri Lankan food was extremely tasty and plentiful. For dinner I was served an amazing 7 vegetable curries : ). The room was large and spotless. I only spent one night but can highly recommend.
Chalana
family_with_children
September 10, 2024
“We had an exceptional dinner prepared by the hotel, featuring delicious Sri Lankan rice and curry”
It's worth the price. The room was very clean, and the staff was friendly and welcoming. The location is conveniently close to the Dambulla Temple, offering a calm and peaceful atmosphere without any noise. Highly recommended!
Facilities
Activities
Cycling
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & Drink
Breakfast options, Breakfast in the room
Food & drink safety
Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
General
WiFi available in all areas, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Air conditioning
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
Sun terrace, Garden, Terrace, Outdoor furniture
Parking
Parking on site, Private parking, Parking, Free parking
Physical distancing
Physical distancing rules followed
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
24-hour security
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available
Services
Room service, 24-hour front desk, Private check-in/check-out, Grocery deliveries, Express check-in/check-out, Packed lunches
Double Room
The double room features soundproof walls, a seating area, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 1 bed.
Double Room
The double room provides air conditioning, soundproof walls, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.
Double or Twin Room
The twin/double room features soundproof walls, a seating area, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 2 beds.
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