Sigiriya Kingdom Resort is a 4-star resort in Dambulla, in Matale District, built around exploring Sri Lanka's Cultural Triangle. It's a good base for families and couples visiting Sigiriya Rock and the surrounding ancient sites, with a swimming pool, garden, and a range of family-friendly facilities. Compare it with other hotels in Sri Lanka or browse nearby stays on our hotel map.
Rooms are air-conditioned with a flat-screen TV, a coffee/tea maker, and a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer. Family rooms are available, and the resort is set up for travelling with children, with an indoor play area and a kids' pool alongside the main swimming pool, which has garden views. Outdoor spaces include a terrace, an outdoor fireplace, and outdoor seating, and there's bicycle parking for guests who want to explore on two wheels. Larger groups or longer stays can also compare our family-friendly vacation rentals.
The on-site restaurant serves Indian, Italian, local Sri Lankan, and other Asian cuisines, with halal options available. Breakfast includes continental, à la carte, vegetarian, and Asian selections, with local specialties, warm dishes, fresh juice, cheese, and fruit. Special diet menus can be arranged on request, and kid meals are available for younger guests.
The resort sits close to some of Sri Lanka's best-known ancient sites. Dambulla Cave Temple is about a 14-minute walk away, and Sigiriya Rock and Pidurangala Rock are both a short drive from the hotel. Guests can also visit the Ibbankatuwa Megalithic Tombs, Popham's Arboretum, and, further out, the wetlands around Minneriya-Giritale.
On-site, you can try archery, badminton, or a walking tour, or join a class on local culture through the tour desk. For a wider look at the region, browse our Cultural Triangle tour packages or our adventure and cultural travel styles.
Sigiriya Kingdom Resort is about 19 km from Sigiriya Airport. For transfers or day trips around the Cultural Triangle, you can book a private car or van or a cab for shorter trips.
Check-in and check-out both run from 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM. Children of all ages are welcome, though those 18 and above are charged as adults. Cribs and extra beds are not available at this property, so families with infants should plan accordingly. Pets are not allowed, and the resort does not host parties or events.