Samabe Lake

Hotels
7.2 (13 reviews)
Moragollewa Kandy Rd , Dambulla , lk

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Pets allowed
BBQ facilities
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Helpful staff
Exclusive location
Great value for money
Cons:
No WiFi
Bathroom could be better

Categories

Cleanliness
6.44
Room was clean but bathroom could have been in a better state of repair.
Service
7.91
Incredibly attentive staff who couldn’t have done more for us.
Location
7.95
Beautiful location, felt very exclusive by the lake.
Room Quality
6.9
Comfortable room with hot water but could be improved.
Amenities
6.93
Fridge available to keep drinks cold, but would have liked tea/coffee in the room.
Value for Money
7.39
Excellent value for money, highly recommended.
Food and Beverage
7.44
Good food and free coffee.
Overall Experience
6.61
Overall experience was good but could improve in some areas.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-22 11:09

Property Description

Scenic Location in Dambulla
Samabe Lake in Dambulla offers a tranquil stay just 23 km away from Sigiriya Rock. With a lush garden and water sports facilities, guests can unwind in a picturesque setting.

Modern Comfort and Amenities
Experience comfort in air-conditioned rooms equipped with essential amenities like a flat-screen TV, safety deposit box, and private bathroom. Guests can also enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a sun terrace.

Explore and Unwind
From bike and car rentals to nearby cycling routes, Samabe Lake provides opportunities for adventure and relaxation. Explore Pidurangala Rock or visit Dambulla Cave Temple, both just a short distance away.

Book your stay at Samabe Lake for a memorable getaway in Dambulla.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for free when using an available extra bed.
    People 12 years old and over stay for US$9 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.2
Based on 13 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.44
Service: 7.91
Location: 7.95
Room Quality: 6.9
Amenities: 6.93
Value for Money: 7.39
Food and Beverage: 7.44
Overall Experience: 6.61
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Rashed • couple • pk
7
It was good
Pros:

The staff was very helpful

Cons:

There was no WiFi The lake was dry

2025-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Richard • couple • nl
9
Clean room, nice location, excellent staff and service, great value for money.
Pros:

Beautiful location, and clean comfortabel room with hot water, felt very exclusive with only two chalets, private dining table by the lake and incredibly attentive staff who couldn’t have done more for us, even washed our tuk-tuk! Good food and free coffee! Fridge in the room to keep my beer cold! Excellent value for money, I would highly recommend.

Cons:

Would have liked tea/coffee in the room (there was a kettle and water). Bathroom could have been in a better state of repair but there was hot water and it was perfectly adequate. Neither small issue would stop me staying here again.

2025-08-01 • via Nuitee
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Serasinghe • young couple • lk
7
Good
Pros:

Good staff and beautiful location

Cons:

Washroom cleaness and facilities are not enough

2025-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Sivaselvayoganathan • young couple • lk
8
Very good
Pros:

That was a great stay and experience we had there in Samabe Lake. First of all location is really really awesome, it was perfect for who is looking for a quiet, peaceful getaway.

Cons:

Bathroom of this place was horrible. The condition of the bathroom was very bad and was disgusting.

2024-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Stef • solo traveller • fr
10
Fantastic stay ! Love it all
Pros:

This boutique guest house is fantastic, located in front of the Samabe lake. This is such a peaceful, relaxing and quiet environment. A real paradise for all nature lovers - located just a few minutes away from Dambulla center. For now, there are only 2 cottages in the property. So basically the stay is very private (no noise around). The cottage size is very good with a terrace from where you can enjoy the view of the lake. The personnel is very friendly - and insisted to invite me for a lovely boat tour on the lake for free. Surprisingly there was no mosquito in the cottage whereas we could think that there might be due to the proximity of the lake. The WiFi was working very fine. All was perfect. From this place, i did visit Dambulla (e.g Golden temple) and its surroundings- up to Habarana for a half a day safari (mainly elephants spotted) in the national park of Minneriya/Eco lodge. Spent 2 wonderful nights …and wish I would have more time to stay more !

Cons:

Nothing. All was perfect.

2024-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Marina • solo traveller • ua
10
Yuriy backpacker - inexpensive and beautiful, breakfast included
Pros:

I am a backpacker traveling with one backpack and often stop spontaneously in different places with my friends. I prefer to choose housing at an inexpensive price. In this case, the place exceeded all my expectations. comfortable houses next to the lake. Cool canoe boat for independent sailing. The room has everything you need for relaxation. There is hot water and there was even a TV.

Cons:

I liked everything

2024-02-16 • via Nuitee
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Marina • group • ua
10
We recommend visiting. very good feelings
Pros:

This is a unique place. With a beautiful natural area. There is a lake on the territory. natural habitat of many birds. You can sail on the lake by boat or catamaran. in the middle of the lake there is a beautiful island where you can hold a romantic ceremony. We booked 2 houses. We were greeted and accommodated very well. The price also includes the opportunity to choose one of the traditional Sri Lankan breakfasts. We love Sri Lankan cuisine and always enjoy trying it in different places. The hotel's location is close to main roads, which also allows you to travel into the city and explore local establishments. This place is truly worthwhile, it can calm the mind and give inner happiness.

Cons:

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2024-02-15 • via Nuitee
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Malinga • with friends • lk
1
Bad
2023-11-07 • via Nuitee
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Eranga • young couple • lk
6
Pleasant
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Bathroom

2023-11-03 • via Nuitee
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Anonymous • family with young children • lk
8
Excellent service! Thank you to the young man who took care of everything with a smile on his face!
Pros:

Excellent service, very courteous young man taking care of everything! Very peaceful!

Cons:

Bathroom drainage needs to be fixed and water supply was low.

2023-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Vadim • young couple • ge
6
With some effort and at a different price, this would be a great place.
Pros:

The friendliest staff ever! Thanks a lot 😃
Absolute privacy, as there are only two chalets and no one around.
Beautiful nature around, great view.
The internet was great (20 Mb) as the staff provided me with a personal modem.

Cons:

Because of the construction of the houses, frogs, insects, beetles crawl inside - all night.
The chalets are quite dirty. Water pressure is minimal.
It is difficult to sleep because of the iron roof, on which branches are knocking: you feel like in a tin can, on which smbd knock with a spoon. We almost couldn't sleep (even with earplugs).
Finally, in August, the lake does not exist, as it has dried up due to the heat :)

2023-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Hansa • young couple • lk
8
Very good
2022-12-15 • via Nuitee
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Shan • young couple • lk
4
Disappointing
2022-10-17 • via Nuitee