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The Lake Forest Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Anuradhapura with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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Exterior
Free daily buffet breakfast
Terrace/patio
Exterior
1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, desk

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, desk

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Lake View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, desk

Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
  • 43 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, desk

Deluxe Room, Forest View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, desk

Royal Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 43 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
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About the area

Map
103, Tissa Wewa Lane, Pothanegama, Anuradhapura, NC, 50270

What's nearby

  • Isurumuniya Vihara - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Mirisawetiya Stupa - 7 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Anuradhapura Archaeological Museum - 7 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Sri Maha Bodhi - 8 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Ruwanwelisaya - 8 min drive - 6.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Seedevi Family Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Palhena Village Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mango Mango - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Walkers - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Lake Forest Hotel

Hotel in the historical district
A free breakfast buffet, a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe are just a few of the amenities provided at The Lake Forest Hotel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Bike hire, luggage storage and smoke-free property
  • Tour/ticket information, a 24-hour front desk and free newspapers
Room features
All guest rooms at The Lake Forest Hotel include comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks, such as air conditioning and bathrobes.
More amenities include:
  • Baths, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 42-inch LED TVs with premium channels
  • Electric kettles, ceiling fans and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

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.

Payment types at the property

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 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

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does The Lake Forest Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Lake Forest Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Lake Forest Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Lake Forest Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Lake Forest Hotel?

Checkout is at 12:30 PM.

Where is The Lake Forest Hotel located?

Situated in the historical district, this hotel is within 3 miles (5 km) of Isurumuniya Vihara, Mirisawetiya Stupa and Sri Maha Bodhi. Anuradhapura Archaeological Museum and Brazen Palace are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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The Lake Forest Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 55 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

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

10/10

Nice place and friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Beautiful site, clean; nice breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10

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

10/10

Very nice location and beautiful room, high ceiling and well designed.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

The lake is gorgeous; sunrise and sunset over the lake specially. Food was great at the hotel restaurant, the service was great.

8/10

Lovely location and accommodation. Good restaurant. Some issues with leaks in bathroom but total experience was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10

Everything was grest
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Fabulous location. Great room. Wonderful staff. Good food.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10

Views,food and service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

Nice hotel amidst greenery all around. Super view of the Pagodas at night.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10

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

6/10

Great location and view on the water. Huge modern room. Limited continental breakfast options. Bathroom not as clean as could be.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

From the moment we arrive at the reception until the conclusion of their trip, the hotel's team demonstrates exceptional training in providing top-notch service to us. The cuisine is exceptionally delicious and of high quality. Additionally, the hotel room and overall architecture are strikingly beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10

First time staying at this hotel. Our stay was incredible and the service is beyond this world. A special shout out to Herath and Suranga. They went out of the way to make sure we had a comfortable stay. We traveled with kids and it was a very kid friendly environment. Rooms were spacious and modern. Food was excellent as well. All in all a 7 star stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

The hotel is in an amazing location- right next to a massive lake! We just stayed for one night, but very soon felt that we should have stayed longer to really enjoy the hotel! The only glitch was that the water pressure in the bathroom was low, and the washbasin drained rather slowly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10

Wow!! From the time we arrived, it was wonderful. We will definitely go again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10

Very nice, obliging staff. My room could have done with a refreshing, but it had a spacious terrace with lovely lake view. On balance, a nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10

Extremely helpful staff. Very prompt. The rooms are great. Wifi is a bit slow, but not too bad. Unfortunately, it has been raining (un - seasonal) and thus, couldn't go out exploring much. Otherwise, great.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Great location and hotel. Excellent service and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10

Très bel hôtel bien situé. Superbe chambre avec terrasse. A noter cependant qu'il.n y avait aucun matelas sur les transats. Accueil très moyen. Pas d'information sur les prestations de l'hôtel exemple : possibilité de diner sous forme de buffet.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10

Superbe hôtel très bien situé au calme au bord du lac. Vue magnifique. Je recommande le lieu. En revanche nous aurions aimé plus d’explications à notre arrivée sur le fonctionnement des repas: soit à la carte , service long, soit forfait buffet que nous avons experimente le 2eme soir: bien. On aurait aussi aimé des matelas qui pouvaient manquer sur les chaises longues. Donc, en synthèse, bel hôtel, accueil moyen, même si nous avons observé du changement le 2 eme jour (séjour de 3 nuits)
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025