Amaya Lake
Friday, May 1st, 2009
Amaya Lake, Dambulla, Sri Lanka Holidays
Amaya Lake, Dambulla, Sri Lanka Holidays
Sri Lanka Holidays Sustainable tourism (Green i.e., eco) credentials of the hotel: to be edited.
Location: Amaya Lake (4 star) is located at Kandalama, Dambulla 102 km away from Colombo. The eco-oriented hotel is an ideal base for those looking to experience nature attractions as well as cultural attractions of the cultural triangle of Sri Lanka. The World Heritage sites Golden Dambulla Rock Temple & Sigiriya Lion Rock Citadel are within the distance of easy access.
Setting: The eco-oriented hotel sits on the banks of Kandlalama man made rainwater reservoir. The 40-acre sanctuary of the hotel takes you closer to the nature.
Accommodation: 40-acre wooded sanctuary is home to ninety-two elegantly furnished Sinhalese chalets scattered amongst the trees. Each chalet consists of a bedroom, a spacious bathroom with shower & bathtub. Lounge area is provided with sofa & plasma screen TV. Rooms are decorated with local murals and sculptures and are furnished to a high standard. A small sitting area is separated from the bedroom, which is slightly raised, and each chalet features a terrace with a traditional long seat for relaxing.
Dining: High wooden ceilings of the open-air restaurant surrounded by the nature lays out buffet of Sinhalese & international cuisine.
Bars: Two bars provide views of Kandalama Lake. The open-air bar is located in the lower deck of the lobby. The nearby pool serves a full range of tropical juices, cocktails, beers & spirits.
Experiencing the nature
Amongst nature activities you may experience are night safaris to Minneriya & Kaudulla, bird watching, jungle treks, elephant safaris, mountain biking, bullock cart excursions.
