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The Lake Forest Hotel

3.0 star property

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Deluxe Room, Forest View | Premium bedding, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $221
$187 nightly
$221 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jun 23 - Jun 24

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103, Tissa Wewa Lane, Pothanegama, Anuradhapura, NC, 50270
  • Place, Isurumuniya Vihara
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Sri Maha Bodhi
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Ruwanwelisaya
    ‪8 min drive‬

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Deluxe Double Room, Lake View | Premium bedding, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Double Room, Lake View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 322 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room, Forest View | Premium bedding, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, Forest View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Lake view
  • 322 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 462 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Royal Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 462 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Anuradhapura

Located in Anuradhapura, The Lake Forest Hotel is in the historical district, within a 10-minute drive of Isurumuniya Vihara and Mirisawetiya Stupa. .This hotel is 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from Anuradhapura Archaeological Museum and 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Brazen Palace.

What's nearby

  • Isurumuniya Vihara - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Mirisawetiya Stupa - 7 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Anuradhapura Archaeological Museum - 7 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Sri Maha Bodhi - 8 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Ruwanwelisaya - 8 min drive - 3.9 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Seedevi Family Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Stargate Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Chamie Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Juice Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Palhena Village Restaurant - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Lake Forest Hotel

The Lake Forest Hotel offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies.

Bathrooms include bathtubs, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 22 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and LED televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature bathtubs, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and bicycles to rent. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the coffee shop/cafe. The hotel also offers room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM.
The Lake Forest Hotel has a restaurant on site.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LED TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 12:30 PM
Contactless check-out available

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
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 7.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 7.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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 accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Property is also known as

The Lake Forest Hotel Hotel
The Lake Forest Hotel Anuradhapura
The Lake Forest Hotel Hotel Anuradhapura

The Lake Forest Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 68 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

MARTYN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great hotel by a lake
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marapullige

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
exceptional view best in Anuradhapura
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roshan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel offers clean and spacious rooms, ensuring a comfortable stay. The beautiful views from the property are a remarkable highlight. Furthermore, the breakfast buffet provides a delightful culinary experience. It is a truly wonderful place to relax and enjoy.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Reliyas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed good food as well as their services
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Beautiful location on a lake. The hotel was clean and comfortable but the staff was not very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nilika

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and hotel. Excellent service and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deemathi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place and the staff is amazing too
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frederick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful site, clean; nice breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Prabhath

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place and friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yag

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a place with beautiful scenery by the lake and Buddhist stuupa . Highly recommend for wedding shooting Very beautiful place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Edith-Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beautiful hotel by the lake. It was a bit smaller than the other hotels we have seen, but still very nice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yasser

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lake is gorgeous; sunrise and sunset over the lake specially. Food was great at the hotel restaurant, the service was great.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

adk

Super friendly staff, gorgeous sunrise and sunset views of the temples, and very peaceful atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jiwanka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stunning views from the hotel overlooking the lake and the temples. The staff from reception to room service are very courteous. Will definitely consider for next trip to Anuradhapura.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely location and accommodation. Good restaurant. Some issues with leaks in bathroom but total experience was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant balcony, good meal service, nice staff, and well appointed rooms. We got to witness a wedding in the property whilst there and that should tell you enough in and of itself about the quality of the location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peipei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice location and beautiful room, high ceiling and well designed.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Leon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is situated bordering the Thissa lake with beautiful views of ancient stupas in the horizon. Rooms were large and comfortable but some amenities inside the room could use a few repairs. Overall positive experience and would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sanjeevan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Views,food and service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous location. Great room. Wonderful staff. Good food.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Himanka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel amidst greenery all around. Super view of the Pagodas at night.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Indika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best location in Anuradapura. Situated on the edge of Tisa Wewa It has Kandalama vibe. Very friendly and helpful staff. Great food. We would definitely vist again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good

Good stay. Beautiful views. Good breakfast. Terrible WiFi.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Susanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel

Lovely hotel, mattresses a little hard and the aircon was difficult to adjust. No duvet therefore to cold at night. Nice and attentive staff👍
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Namal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is located at a beautiful place next to the lake with a view of all the stupas. Rooms were nice and the staff was excellent. Herath at the restaurant was very friendly, courteous and helpful. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024