Title: Kalundewa Retreat - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Kalundewa Retreat Luxury lodge with a full-service spa and a 24-hour front desk ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12300000/12291300/12291254/4f2752a9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Kumbuk - Water Chalet with Plunge Pool (10% off on food)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12300000/12291300/12291254/bbc62042.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Karanda - Water Chalet with Plunge Pool (10% off on food)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12300000/12291300/12291254/71c43f7a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Attikka - Water Chalet with Plunge Pool (10% off on food)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12300000/12291300/12291254/bcf40cc7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Attikka - Water Chalet with Plunge Pool (10% off on food)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12300000/12291300/12291254/bac8603f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Kalundewa Retreat offers a tranquil escape with lush gardens. Enjoy the library, hiking, biking, or rejuvenating spa treatments. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDambulla-Hotels-Kalundewa-Retreat.h12291254.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDambulla-Hotels-Kalundewa-Retreat.h12291254.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C7.79464%2C80.67946&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Dv0zOYPIx0FkApdktS0mRNAiM2c=) Kalundewa Road, Dambulu Oya, Dambulla #### What's nearby - Dambulla Cave Temple - 13 min drive - 10.3 km - Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium - 17 min drive - 12.4 km - Popham's Arboretum - 18 min drive - 10.6 km - Ancient City of Sigiriya - 38 min drive - 30.9 km - Sigiriya Museum - 39 min drive - 31.3 km #### Restaurants - ‪Araliya Bistro and Cafe - ‬16 min drive - ‪Pizza Hut - ‬15 min drive - ‪Flava By Dimo - ‬17 min drive - ‪Gami Gedara - ‬14 min drive - ‪Athula Restaurant - ‬12 min drive ## About this property ### Kalundewa Retreat Luxury lodge near Dambulla Cave Temple At Kalundewa Retreat, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and a library. Adventurous travelers may like the hiking/biking at this lodge. Indulge in aromatherapy, a facial, and a body scrub at the onsite spa. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, The Treehouse, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. You'll also find perks like: - An outdoor pool - Free self parking - English breakfast (surcharge), free bicycle rentals, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) - An electric car charging station, express check-out, and express check-in Room features All guestrooms at Kalundewa Retreat have comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to perks like laptop-compatible safes and laptop-friendly workspaces. More conveniences in all rooms include: - Rainfall showers, bidets, and shower/tub combinations - Refrigerators, electric kettles, and ceiling fans ## Similar properties ![Library](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1670000/1665300/1665264/546041f3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Jetwing Vil Uyana, A Luxury Reserve Sigiriya - Pool - Spa - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.6 Exceptional 64 reviews CA $405 CA $544 total includes taxes & fees Nov 26 - Nov 27 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-26&endDate=2025-11-27&selected=1665264&PinnedHotelID=1665264&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12670000/12664600/12664581/8e80f16e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Wild Grass Nature Resort Dambulla - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 9.6 Exceptional 18 reviews CA $237 CA $313 total includes taxes & fees Nov 22 - Nov 23 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-22&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=12664581&PinnedHotelID=12664581&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15810000/15804900/15804813/e7a8c149.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Jetwing Lake Dambulla - 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Electric car charging station on site - Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) - Free self parking on site - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Food and drink - Daily English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 25 for adults and USD 12.50 for children - A bar/lounge - A restaurant - Couples/private dining ### Restaurants on site - The Treehouse ### Things to do - Free bicycle rentals - Full-service spa - Hiking/biking trails - Kayaking - Library - Outdoor pool - TV in common areas - Yoga classes ### Family friendly - In-room refrigerator - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Newspapers in lobby - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - Picnic area - Terrace ### Full-service spa - Aromatherapy - Body scrubs - Facials ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel ### More - Designated smoking areas - Mosquito nets ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Bathrobes - Bidet - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Rainfall showerhead - Shower/bathtub combination - Slippers - Towels provided ### Food and drink - 24-hour room service - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Free bottled water - Minibar - Refrigerator ### More - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Desk - Free daily newspapers - Iron/ironing board on request - Laptop workspace - Laptop-compatible safe - Soundproofed rooms ## 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 ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 100 - Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per child: USD 50 (from 8 to 12 years old) - New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 100 - New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: USD 50 (from 8 to 12 years old) We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - 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. ### You need to know 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 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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit 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 ### We should mention Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as Kalundewa Retreat Lodge Dambulla Kalundewa Retreat Lodge Kalundewa Retreat Dambulla Kalundewa Retreat Kalundewa Retreat Lodge Kalundewa Retreat Dambulla Kalundewa Retreat Lodge Dambulla ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Kalundewa Retreat have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is Kalundewa Retreat pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Kalundewa Retreat? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Kalundewa Retreat? > Check-out is at noon. ### Does Kalundewa Retreat provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle. ### Where is Kalundewa Retreat located? > Situated in Dambulla, this luxury lodge is 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from Dambulla Cave Temple and within 32 mi (52 km) of Ancient City of Sigiriya and Ritigala Ruins. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Kalundewa Retreat Reviews 8.2 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.4 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Amenities ### 8.8 Staff & service ### 9.4 Eco-friendliness ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 8 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 2 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shannon Nov 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Beautiful peaceful property in the middle of nature room with plunge pool was spectacular! Take a bike ride around the rice fields and see so many beautiful birds. I will come back and stay longer next time! ##### Shannon Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephanie Mar 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Wow. Luxurious property with the friendliest staff. The food was everything was picked from their farm. So fresh, generous portions, and organic! Our stay was simply amazing. We stayed in both the Floating Villa, and then the Bankee Chalet. Highly reccomend. Everyone in that visits Sri Lanka should come here. ##### Stephanie Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jul 31, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort #### Hidden gem of a place The place is serene and simply stunning. If you want to have a relaxing holiday, not doing much but hanging out by the swimming pool, cycling around rice fields, enjoying locally produced organic vegetable meals away from crowds of tourists and being attended to by friendly staff - here is your spot. It is in the midst of the nature so if you have limited tolerance to wild life, maybe reconsider, but I consider such place in this world today as a hidden gem. It was a perfect get away for us and would love to come back again. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marcel Feb 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities We had a very particular Nil room. You have to reach the and leave the room with a boat. To get out from the room you need to contact the reception with wifi which was not available all the time .This made a challenging stay and also very particular.You are in the nature .As all is widows it might be a little bit hot in day time. Altogether very particular stay with a very attentive staff . ##### Marcel Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### RANJITH Jul 24, 2024 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Very bad smell in the bath area. Upper floor guest made huge noise and spoiled our stay. Since the upper floor is timber, it's better if you avoid this combination. It was nice place ##### RANJITH Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### T Nov 26, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Staff & service Incredible ground, but a strange hotel. Trying to be boutique but distinctly average. Food was below par - especially considering the cost. Pretty sure it was pre processed out of a packet (in cubes) but described as fresh. Yuk. The room also felt dated even though it tried to seem modern. The massive grounds (with various unique animals) was a plus, but the fact that almost nobody else seemed to be at the hotel made it feel lonely - and weird. A shame really. ##### T Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Jonas Feb 22, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Magical for nature lovers! You are surrounded by nature, birds, animals, everywhere you look. The staff is very friendly, funny, and the service is excellent. The property is lush and gorgeous. Its a magical place! But, the facilities are close to 10 years old, and being that close to nature has its «downsides», if you are not REALLY into it. Even so, we loved our time there. Tip: order the local dishes on the menu;) ##### Jonas Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Nov 10, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Amazing retreat in a conservation area! My wife and I had an amazing stay at this retreat in an animal conservation area. We saw a huge variety of animals including birds, peacocks and monkeys! The room was very nice and a mosquito net was provided. All of the staff were very friendly and caring and I would definitely recommend a stay here! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Feb 25, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The property is gorgeous, with mountain views across rice paddies. The staff is extremely sweet and will take you on nature walks throughout the property to spot birds and take a boat ride over the lake! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Feb 3, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Beautiful location. Immersed in wildlife on this conservation site. Lovely staff with a very knowledgeable resident naturalist who took us on a bike tour of the local area- very knowledgeable about local biodiversity and sustainability. We were upgraded to a chalet which was very comfortable. We saw so much wildlife from the hornbills roosting near our chalet to monitor lizards, monkeys and sea eagles! The facilities borrow the landscape rather than dominate and its not the sort of place for free cocktails and extensive buffet dining either. The local food choices such as curry and rice are delicious - the more western dishes are fine but i woukd stick to sri lankan dishes which they are keen to cook. The chef cooked us an off menu dish of fish he had got from the market which was lovely! If you love nature and simple luxury you'll love Kalendewa. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2019 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Didula Mar 27, 2024 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities ##### Didula Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### DINESH Jul 16, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### DINESH Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [98 Acres Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Ella-Hotels-98-Acres-Resort-Spa.h15504051.Hotel-Information) > > [Weligama Bay Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Weligama-Hotels-Weligama-Bay-Resort.h1487820.Hotel-Information) > > [FOX JAFFNA by Fox Resorts](https://www.expedia.ca/Jaffna-Hotels-FOX-JAFFNA-By-Fox-Resorts.h17399149.Hotel-Information) > > [Ocean El Faro Resort - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Punta-Cana-Hotels-Ocean-El-Faro-Resort-All-Inclusive.h27395552.Hotel-Information) > > [Kimpton EPIC Hotel by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Miami-Hotels-Kimpton-EPIC-Hotel.h2237168.Hotel-Information) > > [Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Weligama-Hotels-Weligama-Bay-Marriott-Resort-Spa.h19413442.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in International Drive District](https://www.expedia.ca/International-Drive-District-Orlando-Hotels.0-n6034244-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Shangri-La Hambantota](https://www.expedia.ca/Hambantota-Hotels-Shangri-La-Hambantota.h15083331.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels with Free Airport Shuttle in Toronto](https://www.expedia.ca/Toronto-Hotels-Hotels-With-Free-Airport-Shuttle.0-0-d178314-tHotelswithFreeAirportShuttle.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Antigua](https://www.expedia.ca/Antigua-Hotels.d11729.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Homewood Suites by Hilton Seattle Downtown](https://www.expedia.ca/Seattle-Hotels-Homewood-Suites-By-Hilton-Seattle-Downtown.h119085.Hotel-Information) > > [Days Inn by Wyndham Vernon](https://www.expedia.ca/Vernon-Hotels-Days-Inn-By-Wyndham-Vernon.h26288.Hotel-Information) > > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in Turks and Caicos](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Turks-And-Caicos-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d184-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Cabin Rentals Edmonton](https://www.expedia.ca/Edmonton-Cabins.d6360995-aaCabins.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Hotels in Rome](https://www.expedia.ca/Rome-Hotels.d179899.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Downtown Toronto](https://www.expedia.ca/Downtown-Toronto-Toronto-Hotels.0-n6057934-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotel Riu Sri Lanka - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Ahungalla-Hotels-Hotel-Riu-Sri-Lanka-All-Inclusive.h14754284.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Montreal (YUL) to Cairo (CAI)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yul/cai/montreal-to-cairo) > > [Flights from Pearson Intl. to TYO-All Airports](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/tyo/toronto-to-tokyo) > > [Flights from Tuguegarao (TUG) to Manila (MNL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/tug/mnl/tuguegarao-to-manila) > > [Flights from Winnipeg (YWG) to Toronto (YYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ywg/yyz/winnipeg-to-toronto) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Farwaniya (KWI)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/kwi/toronto-to-kuwait-city) > > [China Eastern Airlines Toronto (YYZ) to Shanghai (PVG) flights](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flight-routes/china-eastern-airlines-from-pearson-intl-to-pudong-intl/mu/yyz/pvg) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Sapporo (CTS)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/cts/calgary-to-sapporo) > > [Flights from Montreal (YUL) to Mexico City (MEX)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yul/mex/montreal-to-mexico-city) ### Cars > [Car rentals in Dubai](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Dubai.d1079.Car-Rental-Destinations) ### Activities > [Things to do in Moapa Valley](https://www.expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Moapa-Valley.d553248634983159472.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Fisherman's Wharf Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Fishermans-Wharf-Park-James-Bay.d6225286.Vacation-Attraction)