The Lake Forest Hotel

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Scored 8.1
Rated very good

Staff

8.7

About this property

Elegant Accommodation: The Lake Forest Hotel in Anuradhapura offers a swimming pool with stunning views, a lush garden, and a spacious terrace. Guests enjoy free WiFi, a modern restaurant, and a stylish bar. Comfortable Amenities: The hotel features private check-in and check-out, a lounge, lift, 24-hour front desk, child-friendly buffet, outdoor seating area, family rooms, full-day security, room service, bike and car hire. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves local, Asian, and international cuisines with halal, vegetarian, and vegan options. Meals include brunch, lunch, dinner, high tea, and cocktails in a modern and romantic ambience. Prime Location: Located 73 km from Sigiriya Airport, the hotel is near attractions such as Kumbichchan Kulama Tank (4 km), Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi (5 km), and Kada Panaha Tank (6 km). Guests appreciate the scenic lakes and convenient location.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

  • Top pick by families with children

Free parking available at the hotel

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Guests who stayed here loved

Arosha
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautiful setting with spectacular views across the lake (Tissa Weva) to 5 Great Stupas of Anuradhapura (Ruwanwelisaeya, Mirisawatiya, Jethavanaramaya, Abhayagiriya and Sandahiru Saeya). The room was spacious and clean with a balcony that took in...”
Marsella
United States United States
“It was AMAZING! Best place to stay in Anuradhapura. Magic views across the ancient city.”
Alexis
Australia Australia
“The location was breathtaking, with rooms overlooking the lake all the way to 6 stupor of the old town. Beautiful, private balconies. The staff couldn't be more attentive.”
Chui
Spain Spain
“The view to the lake is fantastic. Room is comfortable.”
Ralf
Germany Germany
“Very nice place directly at the lake with great view to the Stupas. Beautiful pool and garden area. Clean and spacy rooms. Super breakfast and food.”
David
Spain Spain
“The views! Marvellous! And the room size, so big and confortable.”
Manori
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautiful and accessible location. Lovely rooms. Staff (young man) at breakfast particularly helpful and courteous. Thank you.”
Ainsley
Australia Australia
“We liked the large room overlooking the lake. The food and service was exceptional with an excellent range of food. Staff are excellent and very helpful, Enjoyed our stay in this quiet hotel by the side of the lake with magnificent views”
Alison
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“This hotel is set in beautiful surroundings with magnificent views overlooking a lake where there is an abundance of wild birdlife. The area is tranquil and away from main roads, yet within easy reach of attractions such as temples. The room and...”
Fedor1981
Jordan Jordan
“Nice big room with nice big balcony with loungers. Comfortable beds. Lovely staff. Beautiful view.”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    Local • Asian • International
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Modern • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan

House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00 to 15:00
Check-out
From 11:00 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0+ years
Extra bed upon request
US$5 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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