Dambulla Shan Inn, Dambulla
Overview
Guests of Dambulla Shan Inn can enjoy access to Sundaras Resort & Spa, located 9 minutes' walk away. The inn features Wi-Fi throughout the property and 7 rooms that offer views of the garden.
Location
This 3-star hotel is situated in the ancient part of Dambulla, 3.5 km from Dambulla Royal Cave Temple. Dambulla museum lies in proximity to the property.
Guests will find Temple bus stop next to this Dambulla hotel, about 800 metres away. A mere 26 minutes' drive from Sigiriya Air Force Base airport.
Rooms
The Shan Inn offers rooms with an adjoining terrace and a dining area complete with air conditioning. They feature bathrooms with a separate toilet and a shower as well as a hairdryer and bath sheets.
Eat & Drink
Restaurant Blue Sky Dambulla offers Sri Lankan dishes and lies a 6-minute walk from this smoke-free property.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- Non-smoking property
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Paid city shuttle
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
Dining
- Paid breakfast
- Outdoor dining area
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
Room features
- Air conditioning
- In-room safe
- Sitting area
- Patio
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Recommended for:
Cookery ClassesThe hotel offers cookery classes where guests can learn to make a range of authentic Sri Lankan dishes, with fresh ingredients from the hotel's spice garden.
Palm Leaf WeavingGuests can try their hand at traditional palm leaf weaving, a popular Sri Lankan handicraft. The hotel staff provides instructions and materials to create beautiful, intricate designs.
Jungle TrekkingDambulla Shan Inn is situated at the base of a jungle-covered mountain, and guests can go on an adventurous trek to explore the surrounding wilderness, with a professional guide.
Cycling ToursThe hotel offers bicycle rentals and cycling tours of the nearby countryside, taking in the stunning Sri Lankan scenery, rural villages, and ancient temples.
Yoga and MeditationGuests can participate in group yoga and meditation classes, led by experienced instructors, in the tranquil setting of the hotel's gardens.
Ayurvedic Massage and SpaThe hotel's spa offers a range of Ayurvedic treatments, including massages, facials, and other relaxing therapies, using natural and organic ingredients, to promote physical and emotional wellbeing.
- Night Safari
- Birdwatching
- Chena Farming Experience
- Village Tour
- Cultural Show
- Elephant Riding
- Outdoor Movie Night
Location
* Located amidst the UNESCO World Heritage rock fortress of Dambulla, the hotel overlooks the historic Royal Rock Temple and ancient Dambulla Viharaya. * The neighborhood boasts the renowned Rangiri Dambulla International Cricket Stadium, Dambulla Economic Center, and thriving local markets showcasing traditional crafts. * Nalanda Gedige, an ancient Buddhist temple, and the Dambulla Lake, a serene recreational spot, make the area well-suited for history enthusiasts and nature admirers.
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