Title: Hotel City Esala Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=690999114330816512&destination=Dambulla%2C+Matale+District%2C+Central+Province%2C+Sri+Lanka&selected=124761003&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Hotel City Esala ## Photo gallery for Hotel City Esala ![Interior - Hotel City Esala (Dambulla)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124770000/124761100/124761003/53c41ca1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining - Hotel City Esala (Dambulla)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124770000/124761100/124761003/90295ff2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Hotel City Esala (Dambulla)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124770000/124761100/124761003/57d8b781.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Single Room, Mountain View | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains - Hotel City Esala (Dambulla)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124770000/124761100/124761003/386e54c4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Hotel City Esala (Dambulla)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124770000/124761100/124761003/0494b9f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies A free daily manager's reception, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Hotel City Esala. Active travellers can enjoy amenities, such as archery and a ropes course, at this hotel. Guests can also expect to find a bar, a conference centre and a restaurant. ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Restaurant - Business services - Bar - Laundry room - Housekeeping £32 includes taxes & fees 23 Mar - 24 Mar ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Mar 19 - Mar 20](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-19&endDate=2026-03-20&selected=124761003&PinnedHotelID=124761003&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-19&endDate=2026-03-20&selected=124761003&PinnedHotelID=124761003&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Mar 20 - Mar 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-21&selected=124761003&PinnedHotelID=124761003&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-21&selected=124761003&PinnedHotelID=124761003&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Mar 20 - Mar 22](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=124761003&PinnedHotelID=124761003&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=124761003&PinnedHotelID=124761003&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Mar 27 - Mar 29](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=124761003&PinnedHotelID=124761003&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=124761003&PinnedHotelID=124761003&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ### View all photos for Comfort Double Room ![Shower, slippers, towels, soap](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124770000/124761100/124761003/1141c341.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Double Room - Marina view - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Economy Double Room, Mountain View ![Shower, slippers, towels, soap](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124770000/124761100/124761003/1141c341.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Economy Double Room, Mountain View - Mountain view - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Standard Single Room, Mountain View ![Shower, slippers, towels, soap](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124770000/124761100/124761003/1141c341.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Single Room, Mountain View - Mountain view - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Large Single Bed ### View all photos for Basic Single Room, Mountain View ![Shower, slippers, towels, soap](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124770000/124761100/124761003/1141c341.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Single Room, Mountain View - Mountain view - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Large Single Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDambulla-Hotels-Hotel-City-Esala.h124761003.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDambulla-Hotels-Hotel-City-Esala.h124761003.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Dambulla, Hotel City Esala is connected to a shopping centre. Minneriya National Park and Dambulla Cave Temple reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Popham's Arboretum and Habarana Cultural Center. Take some time off to enjoy the winery tours and hot springs in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like mountain climbing and horse riding nearby. [Visit our Dambulla travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dambulla.dx690999114330816512) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C7.87941%2C80.65103&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=7WjPM_gfnAnM-bEttuTH7uLGTfo=) Ambepussa - Kurunegala - Trincomalee Hwy, Dambulla, CP, 21122 ### What's nearby - ![Dambulla is one of eight Unesco world heritage sites on Sri Lanka which we visited in 2017.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6052558/b3c39551-06d4-426b-b0ad-374517a899f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Dambulla Cave Temple 3 min drive \- 1.9 miles - ![Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium featuring signage and a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562725798/0ac46d1d-e5b9-4b63-8826-df9f24672651.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium 4 min drive \- 2.5 miles - ![Sigiriya Lion Rock, Shutterstock ID 523787728, Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6121056/8f210660-7c1a-4225-88fb-6346efbb9b67.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Ancient City of Sigiriya 21 min drive \- 11.5 miles - Popham's Arboretum 8 min drive \- 4.1 miles - Sigiriya Museum 23 min drive \- 11.7 miles ### Restaurants - Araliya Bistro and Cafe 4 min drive - Gami Gedara 17 min walk - Pizza Hut 8 min walk - Ariya Restaurant 4 min drive - kashyapa 18 min drive ## About this property ### Hotel City Esala Hotel connected to a shopping centre A free daily manager's reception, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Hotel City Esala. Adventurous travellers may like the archery and a ropes course at this hotel. A bar, a conference centre and a restaurant are available to all guests. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Free self-parking - A 24-hour front desk, concierge services and local meal delivery service - Helicopter/aeroplane tours, smoke-free property and a nature reserve Room features All guest rooms at Hotel City Esala boast thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and separate sitting areas, as well as amenities, such as safes and separate dining areas. More conveniences in all rooms include: - Changing tables, baby baths and children's dinnerware - Bathrooms with showers and shampoo - Decks/patios, separate sitting areas and separate dining areas ## Similar properties ![Free daily full breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114290000/114288300/114288215/1b1ac6f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Silver Horse Dambulla Dambulla - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning 8.6 Excellent 4 reviews £37 includes taxes & fees 20 Mar - 21 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-21&selected=114288215&PinnedHotelID=114288215&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121670000/121665000/121664962/68a42f24.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Evergreen Dambulla Dambulla - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Laundry room 10 Exceptional 1 review £18 includes taxes & fees 20 Mar - 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Children's books - Children's dinnerware - Children's games - In-room babysitting - Laundry facilities - Refrigerator on request - Separate in-room dining area - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Guidebooks - Laundry facilities - Lockers ### Guest services - Concierge services - Housekeeping (daily) - Proposal/romance packages ### Business services - Conference centre - Coworking space - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - In a nature reserve - Vineyard ### Spa - In-room massages ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Private bathroom - Shampoo - Shower - Slippers - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Champagne service - Chef service - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Meal delivery service - Refrigerator on request - Separate dining area - Shared kitchen access ### More - Desk - Electrical adapters - Free weekday newspapers - Iron/ironing board on request - Laptop workspace - Laundry detergent - Safe - Separate sitting area - Soundproofed rooms - Window screens ## Policies ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property only accepts cash Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed Safety features at this property include window guards This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Hotel City Esala pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Hotel City Esala? ### How much is parking at Hotel City Esala? ### What time is check-in at Hotel City Esala? ### What time is check-out at Hotel City Esala? ### Where is Hotel City Esala located? ## Have a question? 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