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Amaya Lake

Dambulla, Sri Lanka
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Amaya Lake, near Dambulla, is a simple, comfortable and good value hotel that enjoys a peaceful and beautiful setting by the banks of Kandalama Lake, in the heart of Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle.

The low-level cabanas blend subtly with the surrounding woodland; we like that the hotel doesn't feel too imposing or out of place, despite being quite modern. It's well located, good value and offers flexible accommodation making this a good option for both couples and families.

Rooms are light, airy and incredibly comfortable, ranging from Signature Suites, Deluxe Suites with Plunge Pools as well some well thought-out family options such as a Family Suite and Family Villa. There are also lots of interconnecting options as well, making this an incredibly practical hotel. There's also a spa, The Samara Restaurant, a poolside bar and destination dining available as well.

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What we love

    • Fantastic lake side location, close by to Dambulla in The Cultural Triangle
    • Flexible accomodation makes this a good option for couples and families - it's rare to find options that cater to families in single rooms
    • It's affordable and is a welcome change from some of the more expensive options in the area
    • It's very comfortable and is designed for those wanting some facilities and ammenities rather than anything too rustic
    • There's a good pool

It's not particularly design led, and feels a little more international in style than many hotels in Sri Lanka. If you want something stylish, this may not be for you

The hotel is not for those wanting to get back to basics or stay in something eco and rustic, there are other options for you

The hotel offers a family villa making it a perfect option.
Near Dambulla in The Cultural Triangle

What our travellers say

We went to Sri Lanka as a three-generation family of three. The superb trip was organised by Samanthie and the team and it's difficult to see how it could have been bettered.
Roy Wood (February 2026) Read the whole review here Google
Red Dot organised the most wonderful 3-week holiday for us. Samanthie built a trip around the amazing sights we had requested visiting, together with her own suggestions and a wide mix of hotels, which gave us the flavours of both traditional Sri Lanka and the sleek, stylish contemporary version of the country. Our Driver made the whole experience incredibly special for us.
Alie C (February 2026) Read the whole review here Trip Advisor
I can’t thank Cherylle and the Red Dot team enough for their meticulous planning of our family holiday to India travelling through Rajasthan over Christmas. As a family of all adults, every suggestion from daily activities to hotel choices was simply perfect. We travelled through Delhi, Ranthambore (an unforgettable tiger safari!), Jaipur and Agra and I truly feel we experienced the very best of each destination while moving at a relaxed, well thought out pace
Daisy Stanton (February 2026) Read the whole review here Google
My partner arranged a holiday trip at fairly short notice to Sri Lanka with Red Dot on a recommendation, Samanthie was so patient & helpful with her suggested itinerary which we followed with some minor amendments. On arrival at Colombo we met Manjula our chauffeur/guide who was absolutely brilliant!
Andrew S (February 2026) Read the whole review here Trip Advisor
Dulmini and the Red Dot Team arranged a fantastic trip for us around Assam and North Eat India. Faultless service. I cannot recommend them more highly.
Martin Thomas (February 2026) Read the whole review here Google
Wonderful company. Our holiday in Sri Lanka was perfect. Local knowledge made all the difference
Sandra Nicholson  (February 2026) Read the whole review here Google
We looked up, and communicated with umpteen tour operators. Though Red Dot seemed to have offices in Sri Lanka and the UK, they seemed to have the best reviews. We were fortunate enough to correspond with Cherylle, who not only assured us of the safety of our friend, but created a personalised, and flexible, itinerary which we could not have done ourselves.
Jayant Banerji (February 2026) Read the whole review here Google
A 14-day tour with Red Dot Tours was the perfect antidote to the bleak UK winter. After a glowing recommendation from a friend, we contacted Red Dot Tours and were not disappointed. Our consultant, Lahiru, curated a seamless itinerary. Throughout the planning phase, Lahiru was incredibly responsive; the final itinerary—delivered via a user-friendly 'Guest Portal'—was impressively detailed, covering every hotel stay and excursion.
Phil Blair ( February 2026) Read the whole review here Google
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