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Reviews of The Calm Cabana

Heenmorogolla 150/121A, 10020 Dambulla, Sri Lanka

#56 of 64 B&Bs and Inns in Dambulla

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Review score

Based on 48 hotel reviews

8.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.6

  • Comfort

    8.6

  • Location

    9.1

  • Facilities

    8.2

  • Staff

    8.9

  • Value for money

    9.0

  • Free WiFi

    7.5

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  • Reviewed: 11 August 2025

    9.0
    Peaceful stay amidst the greenery
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lights in the room could be improved.

    The place was very calm and peaceful. The host came to the bus stop to pick us up, very sweet of him and guided us on our tour. Rooms are clean and tidy.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 July 2025

    8.0
    Nice host, value for money
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night

    A calm and quiet location just near the Dambulla town

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 May 2025

    7.0
    The owner is a gentleman
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The owner is a gentleman

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 November 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was a pleasant stay. Very helpful and attentive owner

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 April 2024

    8.0
    A good stay for a good price in a good location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The listing says that each unit has its own kitchen, but it is a shared kitchen between all units. The kitchen is also outdoors so protection is required from mosquitos and insects while cooking.

    The location was very good, in a quiet part of town. You stay in one of three cabins, each with its own bedroom and bathroom. We stayed in Cabin 1, it was very clean, working AC, clean bathroom. It was easy to check-in, a straightforward thing. We had changed our plans and only needed to stay one night and the owner was happy enough to make this change. We were unable to try breakfast as the owner had a family issue arise but this was not an inconvenience.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 January 2024

    9.0
    Great!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The shower was little cold, but the other thing was great.

    The owner(or a manager) is too friendly and very kind. The room is good and I liked the hospitality.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 October 2023

    8.0
    Basic but comfortable accommodation, friendly and helpful host.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing really within a short walking distance, at least not in the evening. Rather basic facilities, possibility to share a fridge ;-)

    Breakfast was very nice, rooms were good, location quite convenient for a one or two day stay. Our on-site host was very friendly and helpful (many thanks for forwarding by mail an item that we had left in the room!)

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 August 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No breakfast, property is far away from the city

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 July 2023

    7.0
    Comfortable, clean and well-located, a great place to stay in Dambulla.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Staff weren’t easily accessible as they weren’t around a lot - this might have been because we were a last minute booking. It would be nice to have a kettle in the room.

    Great location. Comfortable rooms with a small private terrace outside the room.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 August 2025

    10
    Very good place
    • Solo traveller
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location is very very good . Very clean place . All the things are really . Special , good calmly staff .

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Solo traveller
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Good freedom place . Good staff

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 August 2025

    10
    Value for Money
    • Solo traveller
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Value for money. Calm & quiet place

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 August 2025

    10
    Peaceful stay nice cabanas
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing I enjoyed my stay

    Amazing quality for the price! Nice monkeys in the trees and also very quiet and peaceful. Lovely owner, comfortable beds and hot water, couldn't ask for more.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 June 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Value for money Exceptional

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 June 2025

    10
    Value for Money
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was good. Highly recommended

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2025

    10
    Value for Money
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I had a wonderful stay at this hotel in Dambulla. The room was clean and comfortable, and the staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. The location is perfect—peaceful and close to the main attractions. Highly recommend for anyone visiting the area!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 January 2025

    10
    Perfect Peaceful Getaway in Dambulla
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The Calm Cabana in Dambulla is a peaceful retreat with clean, comfortable rooms and excellent service. The staff are friendly and attentive, and the food is fresh and delicious. Its convenient location makes it perfect for exploring Dambulla while enjoying a tranquil stay. Highly recommended!

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 October 2024

    10
    Value for Money & Calm
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I recently had a wonderful stay at The Calm Cabana in Dambulla, and I can't recommend it enough. The atmosphere is incredibly peaceful, making it the perfect retreat after a day of exploring the stunning local attractions. The rooms are spacious, clean, and beautifully decorated, offering a perfect blend of comfort and style. The staff were exceptionally friendly and attentive, always ready to help with any requests or provide local recommendations. Additionally, the hotel’s location is ideal for visiting nearby sites like the Dambulla Cave Temple and Sigiriya Rock. Overall, The Calm Cabanac exceeded my expectations, and I look forward to returning in the future!

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 August 2024

    10
    Perfect Peaceful Retreat in Dambulla
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I had an incredible stay at The Calm Cabana in Dambulla. From the moment I arrived, the staff went above and beyond to make me feel welcome. They were attentive, friendly, and always ready to assist with any request. The location is perfect—just a short distance from Dambulla town, making it convenient to explore the area. Despite being close to the town, the cabana itself offers a peaceful and serene environment, true to its name. The value for money is exceptional. The amenities were top-notch, and the overall experience exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend The Calm Cabana for anyone looking for a tranquil retreat in Dambulla. I’ll definitely be returning!

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional Hospitality: A Serene Retreat at The Calm Cabana, Dambulla
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    An unforgettable stay at The Calm Cabana in Dambulla! From the moment I arrived, I was welcomed with open arms by the incredibly kind and friendly host. The hospitality was exceptional, making me feel right at home. The ambiance of the hotel was serene, offering a peaceful retreat amidst the beauty of Dambulla. The room was comfortable and impeccably clean, providing the perfect sanctuary after a day of exploration. I couldn't have asked for a better experience and highly recommend The Calm Cabana to anyone seeking a delightful stay in Dambulla.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 January 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    WiFi a little on the slow side but I think that's par for the course for the whole town. Even my local mobile data ran slow in Dabulla.

    Delightful peaceful set of cabins. Conveniently located for exploring the area. Aruna, the owner, was super helpful and kind. He helped me rent a moped for a cheap price (including giving me a price before I arrived and taking me to the place where I hired the moped). He even dropped me off to the stop to catch my bus to Kandy. Good breakfast too, and made me a delicious dinner one night when i didn't want to go into town. . Doubt you'll find better for the price.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 December 2023

    1.0
    Unbearable and not recommended
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Property photos are deceptive. It is just a small space inside a village. A car can barely get through the village road. Room was so cramped that I kept hitting the tables or the beds again and again. The lights in the property, after sunset, are too few. Too many insects in the lawns, mosquitoes all around, monkeys and cats jumping on the roof all through the night, cockroaches and frogs coming into the bathroom through the drain. Bathroom has no ventilation. It has a see-through window, and anyone standing on the outside can get a clear view of the bathroom and anyone inside it. Doors are jammed and need huge physical strength to open and close them. No arrangement for preparing food at the dining space of the property. They get all the food brought from eateries in the town and serve them to you. Only one charging point has the facility to accept the universal charger. Running hot water is just on paper and I had to make do with cold water. No toiletries in the bathroom. Room is damp.

    Nothing at all.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 September 2023

    2.0
    Looks nice from the outside but needs to be properly cleaned.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The cabana was dirty, with a dead cockroach under the bed, mice feces in the corners, stains everywhere and even what looked like blood stains on the sheets. Breakfast was loveless.

    The location is central but still in a quite site street. The patio is nice.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 August 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing staff made us a very tasty cofffee in the morning 🤪 and very helpful. 🙏 thank you

    Stayed in July 2023

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