Featuring an outdoor pool and a gift shop, Gimanhala Hotel offers peaceful and comfortable accommodation with free WiFi access in its public areas. It offers car rental service and provides free parking space on site. Located in Dambulla city, the hotel is just 2 km from Dambulla Cave Temple. Sigiriya Rock, a UNESCO World Heritage Site is about 16 km away, while Anuradhapura Airport is accessible with a 56 km drive. Offering mountain or city views, air-conditioned rooms come with tiled flooring, mosquito net, a desk, telephone and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The en suite bathroom includes shower facility, towels and free toiletries. At Gimanhala Hotel, guests may rent a bicycle to explore the area or arrange for shuttle services to visit nearby attractions. Luggage storage, laundry and fax/photocopying services are also available. The property houses a restaurant serving delectable local cuisine. Packed lunches and special diet meals can also be prepared upon request.

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Property highlights

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Asian, American, Breakfast to go

Free parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
3 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
7.9
Facilities
7.1
Cleanliness
7.5
Comfort
7.1
Value for money
6.7
Location
7.5
Low score for Dambulla
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Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
2 restaurants on site

  • Aharapaana
    • Cuisine
      Seafood • Local • Asian • International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian
  • Restaurant #2

    No additional info available

Facilities of Gimanhala Hotel

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • 2 restaurants
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Garden
Activities
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Live music/performance
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional charge
  • Children's playground
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kid meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Lockers
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
Entertainment and family services
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Minimarket on site
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Car hire
  • Packed lunches
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool is on rooftop
  • Infinity pool
  • Heated pool
  • Salt-water pool
  • Plunge pool
  • Water slide
  • Pool bar
Wellness
  • Kids' pool
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Languages spoken
  • English

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

Gimanhala Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

From 12:00 to 12:30

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Mastercard Visa Cash Gimanhala Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Gimanhala Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

FAQs about Gimanhala Hotel

  • Gimanhala Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Children's playground
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Live music/performance
    • Swimming Pool
    • Happy hour
    • Live sport events (broadcast)

  • Gimanhala Hotel has 2 restaurants:

    • Aharapaana
    • Restaurant #2

  • Check-in at Gimanhala Hotel is from 14:00, and check-out is until 12:30.

  • Yes, Gimanhala Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Gimanhala Hotel is 1.2 miles from the centre of Dambulla. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Gimanhala Hotel include:

    • Single
    • Twin/Double
    • Double
    • Triple

  • The prices at Gimanhala Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.