Hotel Golden Ray

Hotels
8.3 (40 reviews)
Galvetiyaya road Sampath Watta, Dambulla , Dambulla , lk

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Exceptional service
Clean and comfortable rooms
Delicious food
Peaceful atmosphere
Cons:
Air conditioning issues reported
WiFi code accessibility

Categories

Cleanliness
7.94
Rooms and common areas were spotless, creating a nice fresh atmosphere.
Service
8.91
Staff were extremely friendly, attentive, and went out of their way to ensure a comfortable stay.
Location
8.45
Tranquil space outside of the center, yet still conveniently located.
Room Quality
8.4
Rooms were clean, comfortable, and well-maintained with a modern charm.
Amenities
7.93
Basic amenities including a pool; generally positive experience.
Value for Money
7.89
The quality of the stay justified the price paid, good experience overall.
Food and Beverage
8.44
Food was delicious with plenty of variety, breakfast included was particularly appreciated.
Overall Experience
8.41
A truly relaxing and enjoyable stay with high-quality service.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-22 10:27

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation:
Hotel Golden Ray offers elegant rooms with modern amenities, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests. The rooms are designed to provide a relaxing atmosphere after a day of exploring the nearby Dambulla Cave Temples.

Dining Experience:
Guests can indulge in delicious meals at the on-site restaurant, serving a variety of local and international dishes. The culinary experience at Hotel Golden Ray is sure to delight the taste buds of every guest.

Convenience and Service:
With free WiFi throughout the property and complimentary private parking, guests can stay connected and explore the area with ease. The 24-hour front desk is always ready to assist with any inquiries, making sure guests have a hassle-free stay.

Book your stay at Hotel Golden Ray now for a memorable experience in Dambulla!

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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

Property Policies

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 10 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 40 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.94
Service: 8.91
Location: 8.45
Room Quality: 8.4
Amenities: 7.93
Value for Money: 7.89
Food and Beverage: 8.44
Overall Experience: 8.41
J
Johnny family_with_children gb
7
Nice hotel in need of some TLC
Pros:

Swimming Pool was good
The staff were helpful and friendly and organised trips for us.
TV was welcome.
Good to have a balcony!

Cons:

No fridge, no safe deposit box.
Further off the beaten track than it appeared to be....
No option for breakfast.
Balcony furniture was not in good condition

2025-12-26 via Nuitee
W
wolley de silva family_with_children lk
9
2025-12-03 via Nuitee
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Sajith solo_traveller lk
10
A truly relaxing and enjoyable stay with excellent service, clean rooms, and a peaceful atmosphere —
Pros:

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Exceptional Stay at Hotel Golden Ray!
My experience at Hotel Golden Ray was absolutely wonderful from start to finish. The staff were extremely friendly, welcoming, and always ready to help with a smile. The rooms were clean, comfortable, and well-maintained, providing a perfect space to relax after exploring Dambulla.

The hotel’s atmosphere is peaceful and charming, with a great balance between modern comfort and natural surroundings. The food was delicious and freshly prepared, and I truly appreciated the attention to detail in every aspect of the service.

I highly recommend Hotel Golden Ray to anyone visiting Dambulla — it’s a perfect place for both leisure and business stays. I’ll definitely return on my next visit! 🌿✨

2025-11-02 via Nuitee
G
Georgina extended_group es
8
Tranquilidad y paz
Pros:

La piscina top, muy tranquila, toda para nosotros tres.
El desayuno incluido muy rico, las camas eran muy cómodas y la ubicación para nosotros muy bien, espacio tranquilo, fuera del centro pero cerca

Cons:

El aire acondicionado se apagaba por las noches, nos comentó el responsable que era por que a veces en la zona habían apagones

2025-11-01 via Nuitee
J
Jayasinghe family_with_children lk
10
Exceptional Service and a Truly Enjoyable Stay
Pros:

We were really impressed by how attentive and helpful the staff were – they went out of their way to make our stay super comfortable. The rooms and common areas were spotless, which made everything feel so nice and fresh. The food was amazing too – delicious, nicely presented, and with plenty of variety for everyone. Special thanks to the manager, Miss Chathuri, and all the supporting staff for providing us with such an amazing service. Overall, it was a great mix of friendly service, cleanliness, and tasty meals.

2025-10-08 via Nuitee
B
barbara couple es
10
Totalmente recomendable este hotel
Pros:

Nuestra estancia en este hotel fue estupenda, la habitación muy amplia , al igual que el baño, todo muy 🪥 y nuevo, con balcón y todo
El desayuno extraordinario, hasta tuvimos que decir que al día siguiente no prepararán tanto.
Cenamos también en el desayuno y quedamos contentos

La atención del personal de diez

2025-09-17 via Nuitee
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Jamey Rengers family_with_children nl
10
Fantastisch verblijf!
Pros:

Ik was jarig en het personeel maakte er een feestje van. Ze stonden met alle personeels leden met taart en slingers te wachten bij het ontbijt. Het was heel erg speciaal.

Iedereen was super vriendelijke tegen mijn dochtertje van 3. Ze mocht meehelpen visjes voeren en verstoppertje spelen met een meneer van het hotel. Ik raad dit hotel heel erg aan!

Cons:

Misschien is het handig om de wifi code in de hotelkamer neer te zetten.

2025-08-28 via Nuitee
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Chloé couple fr
10
Pros:

Le personnel était très attentionné, nous avons tte bien mangé (petit déjeuner et repas du soir). L’hôtel est situé à 20 min à pied du centre de Dambulla (arrêts de bus).

2025-08-16 via Nuitee
N
Nuwanthika family_with_children lk
8
2025-08-14 via Nuitee
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Magdalena family_with_children pl
10
I strongly recommend.
Pros:

They care about guests from arrive to check-out in every single thing. Beatiful place with very kind people. And the price was not high.

Cons:

Nothing.

2025-08-07 via Nuitee
E
Enache with friends ro
10
Exceptional
Pros:

The staff was great! Very friendly and helpful. Room very clean and nice. And the food was amazing.

2025-04-15 via Nuitee
K
Khaled family with young children lk
9
Superb
2025-04-10 via Nuitee
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Dasun young couple lk
10
Exceptional
2025-04-08 via Nuitee
S
Stanislav young couple am
9
Superb
Pros:

It was very clean and silent. Swimming pool is great. Staff is very polite and helpful.

Cons:

There is no fridge in the room.

2025-03-07 via Nuitee
J
Janet young couple gb
8
Lovely place for chill out , can walk to town , or get tuk tuk
Pros:

Clean , comfortable , nice pool

Cons:

Very little English spoken ,

2025-02-09 via Nuitee
J
June young couple gb
7
Lovely stay for the money but the location and a lack of a bar / entertainment lets it down
Pros:

Lovely clean comfortable room
With a view of a great pool

Cons:

The location was a long walk along a dark dirt track to the main road
It would benefit from a bar
Breakfast was cooked in a different location to the dining room and was cold by the time it reached the table

2025-02-05 via Nuitee
A
Asli group tr
4
Disappointing
2025-01-24 via Nuitee
M
Mary young couple au
6
The staff were very helpful and courteous but the facilities seemed a bit tired, but it was very good value for money.
Pros:

The rooms were large.

Cons:

The food in the restaurant was not very good .

2025-01-18 via Nuitee
R
Roslyn young couple au
9
Golden ray hotel was a perfect place for us to see all the sites
Pros:

It is a very lovely setting in the trees. And was quiet.

2025-01-14 via Nuitee
T
Tobias with friends fr
9
Superb
2024-12-20 via Nuitee