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A swimming pool with a modern building in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a bedside table with a fruit bowl, and a sofa.

A table and chairs under a large tree in a park setting.

A dining table set with plates, cutlery, and napkins.

1. Hotel Freedom Village

2.6 km from Popham's Arboretum

Jenny

RM93

RM122 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a building with a tiled roof, and a clear sky.

An outdoor dining area with tables set for a meal, a pool, and a building in the background.

A bedroom with a large bed, bedside lamps, a desk, and a chair.

A living room with a black leather sofa, a wooden table, and a mirror above a wooden cabinet.

2. Lake Lodge Boutique Hotel Kandalama

2.2 km from Popham's Arboretum

"Beautiful setting. I was a bit confused about advertised lake who is actually not on the property and holds little for guests. Pool area was wonderful very quiet with trees and birds. Heinz was most helpful in sugges outings and arranging driver. A few niggles: Breakfasts like all in Sri Lanka could use some tweaking with toast presented first to go cold and items not offered but available such as tomatoes or bacon: readily provided when requested. Spider life is rampant so staff could pay more...

Anonymous traveller

RM454

RM594 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A corridor with green walls and wooden doors with glass panels.

A child sitting on a stool in a room with a water dispenser, a bowl, and a shelf with various items.

Two beds with mosquito nets, a window with bars, and a yellow wall.

A tree with green leaves and unripe fruits.

3. Araliya Self Cooking Resort Dambulla

1.3 km from Popham's Arboretum

Anonymous traveller

RM34

RM44 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A modern house with a swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A meditative statue on a platform with a small altar in front.

A modern building with a covered patio area, outdoor seating, and a statue.

A modern interior with a wooden slatted wall, a wicker hanging light fixture, a cushioned chair, and a framed artwork on the wall.

4. Moi Dambulla by DBI

3.1 km from Popham's Arboretum

Borchi

RM208

RM229 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A circular pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by a stone pathway and lush greenery.

5. Sundaras Resort & Spa

2.8 km from Popham's Arboretum

Sue

RM374

RM485 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A nighttime view of a resort with a large pool area, lounge chairs, and a wooden deck.

A person sitting on a bench in a garden with a tiled floor and greenery in the background.

A person swimming in a pool with a blurred background of greenery and flowers.

A room with a bed, a green table with red crosses, a chair, and a person reading a book by a window with a view of trees.

6. Sundaras Sigiria Jungles Cave Resort

3.1 km from Popham's Arboretum

Michelle

RM331

RM390 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a central staircase, balconies, and a well-lit entrance.

A multi-level building with a glass-enclosed swimming pool, wooden doors, and a metal railing.

A multi-story building with a central spiral staircase, wooden doors, and a balcony with wrought iron railings.

A well-lit house with a paved driveway, surrounded by greenery and palm trees.

7. L's Lanka

3.1 km from Popham's Arboretum

Toshio

RM118

RM140 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A dining table with breakfast items and a view of a mountain and pool.

A modern building with a covered outdoor area, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a welcome mat, and a small rug.

A building with a covered walkway, large planters, and a grassy area.

8. Sigiriya Kingdom Resort

2.1 km from Popham's Arboretum

Olivia

RM217

RM281 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A modern house with a covered outdoor area, a swimming pool, and a lush garden.

A two-story wooden house with a balcony, surrounded by trees and a grassy yard.

A bedroom with a canopy bed, wooden flooring, and a view of greenery outside.

A multi-level stone building with a wooden staircase leading to a lower level.

9. The River House Dambulla by The Serendipity Collection

3.1 km from Popham's Arboretum

iben Serritzlev

RM560

RM678 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by lush greenery and a thatched-roof structure.

A reception desk with three staff members, surrounded by lush green foliage and a map display.

A hotel room with a balcony, a bed with towels, a nightstand, and a phone.

A hotel room with two beds, each with blue and white bedding, a large window with curtains, and a modern design with a dark headboard and yellow accent lighting.

10. Sundaras Family Suites

2.8 km from Popham's Arboretum

"Séjour d une nuit très agréable, avec un très bon petit déjeuner pour le SL. La piscine au milieu des arbres est très sympa, surtout pr les enfants… chambre au top propre et bien aménagé. Bonne ambiance lounge le soir même si la musique un peu forte. À améliorer : le Check in où il n y avait personne à l arrivée, et comme notre chambre était pas prete, nous avons dû revenir et toujours personne donc un peu d attente. La lenteur et la qualité des plats du restaurant. "

Jerome

RM283

RM334 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A pool area with a thatched-roof structure, a stone pathway, and lush greenery.

A hotel room with a large TV mounted on the wall, a desk with a chair, a small kitchenette, and a view of a mountainous landscape.

A lush garden with a thatched-roof structure, a white statue, and various tropical plants.

A balcony with a glass table, a vase with flowers, and a view of a blue swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery.

11. Sundaras Infinity Jungle Resort & Spa

2.8 km from Popham's Arboretum

Ramya

RM321

RM379 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern interior with a staircase, a small pool area, and a seating area.

A neatly made bed with white and teal bedding, a wooden headboard, and a small wooden nightstand beside it.

A living room with two sofas, a coffee table, and a fan.

A house with a covered patio, a lawn, and a tree in the foreground.

12. A A A Guest House

3.1 km from Popham's Arboretum

"I booked and paid for a night 3 days in advance. The morning of my reservation, I drove over 4 hours just to have them tell me they were closed on Thursdays. Then, over the phone with someone claiming to be the owner, he tried to act like it was my fault that he wasn't there. Then, after repeatedly providing proof that I had paid, he complained about how he didn't know where the payment went. When I told him that the location of the money was between him and the booking site because I did...

DAVID

RM70

RM83 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A swimming pool with a clear view of a pathway leading to a mountain.

A room with a glass table reflecting the interior, a staircase with a mural, and a green cushioned chair.

A four-poster bed with a green and white color scheme, a small bedside table, and artwork on the wall.

A multi-level interior with a staircase, yellow walls, and numerous movie posters.

13. Amba Yaalu - Thema Collection

2.2 km from Popham's Arboretum

RM403

RM441 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A pool area with a covered seating area and a building with visible windows and doors.

An outdoor wooden deck with a metal railing, surrounded by trees.

14. Mind Body & Soul

3.1 km from Popham's Arboretum

RM150

RM177 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

Two people sitting on plastic chairs outside a building with a window and a door in the background.

A bed with a wooden headboard, two red pillows, and a heart-shaped towel arrangement.

A man leaning on a dirt path next to a motorcycle with a sidecar.

A living room with leopard print sofas, a glass coffee table, and a dining area with wooden chairs and a table.

15. Tiny Holiday Resort

2.4 km from Popham's Arboretum

RM48

RM56 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

16. Sujatha Tourist Rest

3 km from Popham's Arboretum

RM187

RM220 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A hotel with a covered outdoor area, a fountain, and lush greenery.

A pathway leading through a lush garden with palm trees and a brick wall.

A covered dining area with tables and chairs, a tiled floor, and a wooden ceiling structure.

A poolside area with two lounge chairs, a table, and an umbrella.

17. Lavendish Country Resort

1.9 km from Popham's Arboretum

RM112

RM147 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and a building with lights.

A paved pathway in a park with trees and a bench.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, wicker furniture, and a decorative table.

A dining table set outdoors with a view of a lake and mountains in the background.

18. Amaya Lake Dambulla

4.6 km from Popham's Arboretum

Natasha

RM300

RM389 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A modern hotel with a pool, lounge chairs, and a mountain backdrop.

A large, oval-shaped hot tub with a view of a body of water and trees through a large window.

A room with a wooden desk, chair, and sofa, a small table, and a view through large windows.

A modern multi-story building with large windows, a rooftop terrace, and a dining area with outdoor seating.

19. Heritance Kandalama

3.7 km from Popham's Arboretum

Eugenio

RM843

RM1,094 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A courtyard with outdoor seating, a pathway, and a building with multiple levels and balconies.

A swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs and trees, with a building in the background.

A beach with clear water, rocky shore, and a hill with vegetation.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase.

20. Kassapa Lion Rock

10.2 km from Popham's Arboretum

Aayush

RM222

RM262 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Popham's Arboretum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Freedom Village	9.0 Wonderful 107 reviews	View
Lake Lodge Boutique Hotel Kandalama	9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews	View
Araliya Self Cooking Resort Dambulla	8.8 Excellent 6 reviews	View
Moi Dambulla by DBI	10.0 Exceptional 3 reviews	View
Sundaras Resort & Spa	7.6 Good 134 reviews	View

Top Popham's Arboretum Hotel Reviews

Sigiriana Resort by Thilanka

8/10 Good

"Lovely staff, nice place, solid restaurant. Very cool pool. Let down by lack of accessible power points in the suites."

Heritance Kandalama

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic location and service"

Eden Grand

10/10 Excellent

"The breakfast and customer service was amazing"

Coffee House Resort Dambulla,Sigiriya

10/10 Excellent

"A small immaculately clean property where everything is so easy to use due to superb organization. Extremely helpful staff. A little gem..."

Jetwing Lake

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel and staff were absolutely amazing. So relaxing and beautiful. Would recommend, the scenery is beautiful, staff go out of your way to help you. Food was wonderful"

Sundaras Sigiria Jungles Cave Resort

8/10 Good

"Reception staff really friendly. Room and bathroom was clean. Property could do with a bit of maintenance in places though. Also no safe available in room. Not many sunbeds around the pool. Samman provided us with 2 great tours. He was excellent and went above and beyond. "

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A temple interior with large Buddha statues, intricate ceiling artwork, and a central stupa.

Dambulla Cave Temple

9.2/10 (139 reviews)

Spectacular Buddha statues and colorful murals beautify this ancient complex of rock-cut temples set high above the plains of Dambulla.

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A large stone structure with inscriptions in multiple languages, including English, at Rangiri Dambulla National Park.

Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium

8.6/10 (12 reviews)

Catch an event at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium during your trip to Dambulla. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Dambulla Dedicated Economic Centre

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Sigiriya

After visiting Sigiriya, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Dambulla.

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Sigiriya

Sigiriya is just one of the places to see in Dambulla, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

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Kandalama Reservoir

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Kandalama Reservoir during your travels in Kandalama.

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Ibbankatuwa Megalithic Tombs

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Popham's Arboretum?

Popham's Arboretum is located in an area of Dambulla known for its array of dining options. You'll find 93 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay close to Popham's Arboretum?

Heritance Kandalama is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. It's located 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Popham's Arboretum. Other good choices within a few miles include Eden Grand and Sundaras Infinity Jungle Resort & Spa.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Popham's Arboretum?

Expedia has 93 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Popham's Arboretum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Popham's Arboretum, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available near Popham's Arboretum.

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Our top choices for Popham's Arboretum hotels

1. Hotel Freedom Village

2. Lake Lodge Boutique Hotel Kandalama

3. Araliya Self Cooking Resort Dambulla

4. Moi Dambulla by DBI

5. Sundaras Resort & Spa

6. Sundaras Sigiria Jungles Cave Resort

7. L's Lanka

8. Sigiriya Kingdom Resort

9. The River House Dambulla by The Serendipity Collection

10. Sundaras Family Suites

11. Sundaras Infinity Jungle Resort & Spa

12. A A A Guest House

13. Amba Yaalu - Thema Collection

14. Mind Body & Soul

15. Tiny Holiday Resort

16. Sujatha Tourist Rest

17. Lavendish Country Resort

18. Amaya Lake Dambulla

19. Heritance Kandalama

20. Kassapa Lion Rock

Compare popular hotels close to Popham's Arboretum

Top Popham's Arboretum Hotel Reviews

Sigiriana Resort by Thilanka

Heritance Kandalama

Eden Grand

Coffee House Resort Dambulla,Sigiriya

Jetwing Lake

Sundaras Sigiria Jungles Cave Resort

Other attractions near Popham's Arboretum

Dambulla Cave Temple

Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium

Dambulla Dedicated Economic Centre

Sigiriya

Sigiriya

Kandalama Reservoir

Ibbankatuwa Megalithic Tombs

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