girilena resort

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Scored 9.1
Rated superb

Staff

9.8

About this property

Elegant Accommodation: Girilena Resort in Dambulla offers a sun terrace, lush garden, and free WiFi. Guests enjoy private check-in and check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and free on-site parking. Comfortable Amenities: Rooms feature private bathrooms, air-conditioning, balconies with garden or lake views, and modern amenities such as free toiletries and TVs. Additional services include room service, bike and car hire, and a tour desk. Dining Experience: Breakfast options include full English/Irish, vegetarian, gluten-free, and Asian. Dining areas offer local specialities, warm dishes, fresh pastries, pancakes, cheese, and fruits. Local Attractions: Dambulla Cave Temple is an 18-minute walk away, while Sigiriya Rock lies 19 km from the resort. Other nearby points of interest include Pidurangala Rock and Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Asian

Free private parking available on-site

Activities:

  • Hiking

  • Cycling

  • Fitness/spa locker rooms

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1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 single bed
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1 double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Maggie
Germany Germany
“Very lovely stay with easy and fast support when needed.”
Naomi
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“They were very welcoming. The house is very well placed to visit Dambulla rock cave temple. Jenka and his wife made us very welcome. The room was great with a lovely balcony and place to relax. I would really recommend it. Great breakfast too.”
Chahinese
France France
“Such a unique and cozy place! The villa has a super warm vibe and a really special style — not your typical stay at all. The hosts are incredibly kind and welcoming, and their breakfasts are just amazing. It’s the kind of place that makes you feel...”
Girish
India India
“Absolutely loved Girilena Resort! Stayed for 2 nights in 2 rooms and it was perfect. The garden is beautiful, and the owner’s family made us feel so at home. Super close to the Dambulla Caves too – a must-stay spot in Dambulla. Highly recommend!”
Botond
Hungary Hungary
“Calm neighborhood and lovely garden, comfortable room. Breakfast tasty. The host is friendly and helpful.”
Eliška
Czech Republic Czech Republic
“The hosts were so nice and took care of us. They prepared us wonderful breakfast and dinner and offered to take us with their tuk tuk on trips to nearby places. We stayed in the treehouse and enjoyed our stay a lot. It was beautifully decorated....”
Rajatheepan
Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
“If you’re after a calm, natural spot for a relaxing budget holiday, it’s best to consider this.”
Alicja
Poland Poland
“Beautiful place and beautiful hosting family! There is everything you need in the room, food was delicious, and the location is perfect to see Temple by foot. Hosts are very helpful and kind! I would visit again!”
Diego
Spain Spain
“The couple that manage the property is the best of the stay, he picked up from Habarana station, took us around when needed with the tuk tuk (transportation to Sigiriya included) for fair prices. Taking care of showing us as many things as...”
Debora
Netherlands Netherlands
“The very friendly family and the delicious food! Also place is wonderfull, near the rock to climb and very close to the caves!”

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House rules

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Check-in
From 12:00 to 23:30
Check-out
From 05:00 to 10:00
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Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.