there is not much space to store your things. Breakfast was ok but not much choice. Of course there are only two appartments for rent. There is only one electronic plug in the room. We cancelled the second night as Dambulla is not a very nice city for tourists.

very friendly family. Helped a lot with a driver for the next destination. The rooms were very clean and the terassa would be very nice but we had 38 °C so it was too hot outside and in the evening there were many moskitos as it is normal in the area. The air con was fantastic and very quiet. The price was absolute ok.

Stayed in April 2024

I liked everything very much. We stayed with a family of 2 adults and 2 children, wonderful hosts, delicious breakfasts. Recommend!

Stayed in April 2024

Wow!! Chanthuri and Shan are the most welcoming, joyful and hospitable family. No request was ever too much trouble. We were made to feel like part of the family. So we extended our stay. Our children (15,12 & 7) did not want to leave… a home from home. The room was spotless and cleaned with linen change after 2 days. Comfortable bed, air con great, mosquito nets provided, instant hot water, wifi, walking distance to Cave Temples and a short tuk tuk ride to town (300rupees). Little store next door is convenient for snacks. Great little restaurant (Attilah) down the street for evening meal. They helped arrange day trip out to Sigirya, traditional village and Hurlulu Eco Park. The guy they recommended (Hasintha) was an absolute legend and waa very flexible. Some may consist a minus but we found incredibly entertaining the multiple troops of monkeys that make their way through this place during the day. We did not fill bothered by them at all… just don’t leave your food or rubbish lying about. By far the BEST place we have stayed in Sri Lanka.

Stayed in March 2024

The monkeys on the roof on one of the mornings woke us up. But that was a bit of fun!

A great host. We had a wonderful and different breakfast on both days of our stay. And they couldn't have been more helpful.

Stayed in February 2024

Everything was great including breakfast

Everything, except the pesky monkeys which woke me up at 6 am :)) The owners are really good people with big hearts!

Stayed in February 2024

Great location close to temple caves and Rastafari bistro with the best curry. Friendly and helpfull owners.

Stayed in December 2023

No wi fi

Room was clean and comfortable! Staff is great and very helpfully.

Stayed in November 2023

The property and accommodation was perfect. We definitely enjoyed our stay. It was very tidy and the family are the most warm-hearted, kindly, helpful and attentive people we’ve ever met. They helped us with so many things and were always taking care about us. We’ll definitely come back. 😊

Stayed in September 2023

Very friendly and helpful host. The breakfast was delicious. 10 minutes walk from Cave Temple.

Stayed in March 2023

It's was wonderfull. Amazing dîner. All is nice. Many thanks for this moment.

Stayed in March 2023

I had a comfortable stay.

Stayed in August 2022

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I liked how welcoming the host was, both her and her husband were such a warm, kind couple who couldn’t do more if they tried. The property was super unique and definitely worth a visit if you are staying in Dambulla. Breakfast was amazing too! Our hostess made so much fuss of us and recommended a lovely place to head to for dinner, The Golden Palace- best Sri Lankan Curry! The room was very big with 2 double beds and a big bathroom. Would 100% recommend to all of you!

Stayed in April 2022

We really enjoyed our stay in Shann In. Hosts were amazing - friendly and really helpful. They were helping us with everything - organising transport etc. And talking with them was a pleasure. Rooms were clean and comfortable. Breakfasts as well as dinners prepared by host were delicious and we could taste amazing local cuisine! Location of Shan Inn is also perfect - walking distance from main temples. We definitely recommend this place to anyone who wants to stay in Dambulla!

Stayed in March 2022

We stayed one night to visit the cave temple early in the morning. The Dambulla Shan Inn is just a few walking minutes away, so we enjoyed the cave tenple almost alone :) The room was clean, breakfast was really good and the owner was super nice and helpful. Absolutely recommended!

Stayed in March 2022

We experienced one of the best moments of our Sri Lanka trip here in Dambulla Shan Inn accommodation. Simply put - the hosts (Chathuri, Shan and their daughter Anuki) were just fabulous. So Kind, helpful, caring and customer oriented. We had so much fun with them. Regarding the accommodation - it was clean, calm and the food was also great. Visit here absolutely recommended. Take care, Eva

Stayed in March 2022

A great place to stay, very nice room, hot shower, A/C, wifi, everything you need/want. Good location outside of Dambulla town, very close to tourist attractions. Highly recommend this accomodation! Chathuri and her husband Shan are super lovely, very helpful, kind, welcoming. Plus Chathuri makes delicious cakes!!! 10 stars is not enough!!! If you visit Sri Lanka, come here!

Stayed in February 2022

nothing to tell

Location, the owners are amazing, good food.

Stayed in February 2022

Breakfast was OK, but could be maybe a little bit better. The water in the shower wasn't hot.

Good location nearby temple, friendly owners, the bus to Kandy stops infront of the building.

Stayed in February 2022

The host was amazing and very helpful!

Stayed in February 2022

Rooms are really simple. Bathroom with no wall or step to keep water, so you end up in a puddle all over the bathroom after each shower. A broom for bathroom floor would help a lot.

A very hospitable, helpfull and cheerfull owners who make you feel at home.

Stayed in February 2022

A host familiy is lovely! Their made our stay very nice and pleasant. The room is nice and there is hot water in shower and the rooms are surrounded with very nice garden. The host helped us find driver for our trip and also to stop the bus at the bus station for Kandy which is actually right in front of their house. Thank you very much!

Stayed in February 2022

Unfortunately cleanliness was non existent. Everything was dirty and needs some serious updating and cleaning. Hygiene wasn’t good either These things can be overcome hopefully, as the people are lovely and the property and grounds have potential

Location is great for Cave Temple Owners are lovely people and very helpful

Stayed in February 2024

Access to the room was very difficulty and the room was not clean. The stay was not comfortable due to multiple reasons. Too much of mosquitoes and irritating smell. Toilet commode was shaky and not permanently fixed. Breakfast was provided but the place was not hygienic with no options for breakfast and getting dinner was also a challenge at hotel. There is good scope of improvement to provide better facilities and make stay comfortable. This is not recommended for family stay if it does not get improved.

There is nothing to significantly to highlight positive other than staff being friendly.

Stayed in January 2024

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Stayed in April 2024