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The Lake Forest Hotel
Anuradhapura · Sri Lanka
103 Tissa Wewa Lane PothanegamaView location
9.2/10Excellent70 Reviews
Cleanliness9.4/10 9.4
Service9.4/10 9.4
Comfort9.2/10 9.2
Condition9.2/10 9.2
Amenities9.0/10 9.0
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About The Lake Forest Hotel
With a stay at The Lake Forest Hotel in Anuradhapura, you'll be in the historical district, within a 15-minute drive of Sri Maha Bodhi and Isurumuniya Vihara. This hotel is 3. 6 mi (5. 8 km) from Brazen Palace and 3. 6 mi (5. 8 km) from Mirisawetiya Stupa.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access and tour/ticket assistance. Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk.
Free self parking is available onsite. Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the coffee shop/café. The hotel also offers room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
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.
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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.
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.
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
Popular amenities
Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Accessible facilities
Check-in and check-out
Check-in from
2:00 PM
Check-in until
3:00 PM
Check-out until
12:30 PM
Minimum check-in age
18
Hotel policies
Professional property host/manager
Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing
Property does not require health documentation at check-in
Pets not allowed
Cleaning and safety
Sanitization
Contactless check-out is available
Important information
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You need to know
- Contactless check-out is available.
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Special Instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
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Instructions
- 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
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Minimal age
18
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Optional fees
- 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.
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Spoken Language
English
Nearby attractions
Isurumuniya Vihara
3.9 km / 2.4 mi
Mirisawetiya Stupa
4.9 km / 3 mi
Anuradhapura Archaeological Museum
5.5 km / 3.4 mi
Brazen Palace
5.6 km / 3.5 mi
Basawakkulama
5.7 km / 3.5 mi
Anuradhapura Folk Museum
5.7 km / 3.6 mi
Sri Maha Bodhi
5.8 km / 3.6 mi
Ruwanwelisaya
6 km / 3.7 mi
Anuradhapura Teaching Hospital
6.4 km / 4 mi
Thuparamaya
6.5 km / 4 mi
Thuparama Dagoba
6.5 km / 4 mi
Royal Palace of King Vijayabahu I
7.1 km / 4.4 mi
Jetawanaramaya Museum
7.2 km / 4.5 mi
Jetavanaramaya
7.7 km / 4.8 mi
Abhayagiri Museum
7.9 km / 4.9 mi
Hotel facilities & services
Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.
- Total number of rooms: 22
- hotel
- 24-hour reception
- Check-in hour
- Check-out hour
- Wi-fi
- Laundry service
- Garden
- Terrace
- Newspapers
- Luggage room
- Clothes dryer
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- Café
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Outdoor freshwater pool: 1
- Breakfast
- Non-smoking establishment
Upon availability
Room types
These are the hotel's room types, rather than live offers. Choose your travel dates to see available rooms, prices and booking conditions. Check availability
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FAMILY ROOM LAKE VIEWFAMILY ROOM • LAKE VIEWFAM.LK
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Room overview
- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
- Room type
- FAMILY ROOM
- View / characteristic
- LAKE VIEW
Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.
Limited room details from hotel
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FAMILY ROOM LAKE VIEW
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Photos are not available for this room type.
Room overview
- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
- Room type
- FAMILY ROOM
- View / characteristic
- LAKE VIEW
Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.
Room code: FAM.LK
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DOUBLE DELUXE WITH VIEWSDOUBLE • DELUXE WITH VIEWSDBL.DX-WV
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Room overview
- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- DOUBLE
- View / characteristic
- DELUXE WITH VIEWS
Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.
Limited room details from hotel
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DOUBLE DELUXE WITH VIEWS
Room photos
Photos are not available for this room type.
Room overview
- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- DOUBLE
- View / characteristic
- DELUXE WITH VIEWS
Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.
Room code: DBL.DX-WV
Limited room details from hotel
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QUADRUPLE LAKE VIEWQUADRUPLE • LAKE VIEWQUA.LK
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Room overview
- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- QUADRUPLE
- View / characteristic
- LAKE VIEW
Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.
Limited room details from hotel
Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.
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QUADRUPLE LAKE VIEW
Room photos
Photos are not available for this room type.
Room overview
- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- QUADRUPLE
- View / characteristic
- LAKE VIEW
Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.
Room code: QUA.LK
Limited room details from hotel
Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.
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DOUBLE DELUXE LAKE VIEWDOUBLE • DELUXE LAKE VIEWDBL.DX-LK
Photos are not available for this room type.
Room overview
- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- DOUBLE
- View / characteristic
- DELUXE LAKE VIEW
Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.
Limited room details from hotel
Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.
Check availabilityThe Lake Forest Hotel
DOUBLE DELUXE LAKE VIEW
Room photos
Photos are not available for this room type.
Room overview
- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- DOUBLE
- View / characteristic
- DELUXE LAKE VIEW
Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.
Room code: DBL.DX-LK
Limited room details from hotel
Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.
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Guest reviews
What other guests saying about The Lake Forest Hotel
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reviews shown
Joe
Beautiful location on a lake. The hotel was clean and comfortable but the staff was not very friendly.
Marapullige
exceptional view best in Anuradhapura
Roshan
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.
MARTYN
Great hotel by a lake
Leon
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.
Reliyas
Enjoyed good food as well as their services
Yag
This is a place with beautiful scenery by the lake and Buddhist stuupa .
Highly recommend for wedding shooting
Very beautiful place.
Highly recommend for wedding shooting
Very beautiful place.
Richard
Good
Good stay. Beautiful views. Good breakfast.
Terrible WiFi.
Terrible WiFi.
Jiwanka
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.
Nilika
Great location and hotel. Excellent service and friendly staff.
Christopher
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.
Shyamala
Everything was grest
Timon
Good Stay
Check in was ok. I was disappointed as a Platinum member not to allocated a higher floor with a better view of the lake. Service was very attentive, a little too attentive at times. Front desk were excellent.
Deemathi
Very nice place and the staff is amazing too
Chatura
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.
Peipei
Very nice location and beautiful room, high ceiling and well designed.
Prabhath
Nice place and friendly staff
Dr. Kevin
Terrific hotel
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!
Rooms were spacious and modern. Food was excellent as well.
All in all a 7 star stay!
Russel
Fantastic Rooms with Amazing Views
We stayed one night at the Lake Forest Hotel. We were checked in promptly on arrival and we told that we received an upgrade to the room we had booked. We booked the Family Suite and we stayed in a Family Suite Room!! No upgrade but we were still very happy with the room.
With 2 x Queen Beds and large bathroom and balconies the Family Suite was more than adequate for our one night stay. Beds were really comfortable and the views over Tissa Lake toward the temples were amazing.
Only downvote for the hotel was the food. Not that it wasnt ok. It was nice, but food temperatures were a little low which made eating feel a little like the food had been sitting for a while. Hoppers were great as usual. We ate Sri Lankan choices at the buffet but there was a selection of Western food as well.
A nice, comfortable hotel in a great location.
With 2 x Queen Beds and large bathroom and balconies the Family Suite was more than adequate for our one night stay. Beds were really comfortable and the views over Tissa Lake toward the temples were amazing.
Only downvote for the hotel was the food. Not that it wasnt ok. It was nice, but food temperatures were a little low which made eating feel a little like the food had been sitting for a while. Hoppers were great as usual. We ate Sri Lankan choices at the buffet but there was a selection of Western food as well.
A nice, comfortable hotel in a great location.
Namal
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!
Catey
Very pretty location, lovely view of lake and stupas. Attractive property and nice furnishings. There is one restaurant you can walk to, but it is too far to walk to the town; however taxis are always available.
Margaret
Fabulous location. Great room. Wonderful staff. Good food.
Thenuwara Badalge Sujeewa
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.
Frederick
Beautiful site, clean; nice breakfast
Susan
Lovely location and accommodation. Good restaurant. Some issues with leaks in bathroom but total experience was great.
Giridhar
An excellent hotel!!!
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.
The only glitch was that the water pressure in the bathroom was low, and the washbasin drained rather slowly.
Pamela
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.
Shyamalee
Wow!! From the time we arrived, it was wonderful. We will definitely go again.
Himanka
Nice hotel amidst greenery all around. Super view of the Pagodas at night.
Sanjeevan
Views,food and service
Indika
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.
Yasser
The lake is gorgeous; sunrise and sunset over the lake specially. Food was great at the hotel restaurant, the service was great.
Edith-Louise
Beautiful hotel by the lake. It was a bit smaller than the other hotels we have seen, but still very nice
Stephen
Fantastic place to stay … one of the best
The setting is absolutely stunning
The staff were fabulous and food was best I’ve had at top hotels in Sri Lanka
The setting is absolutely stunning
The staff were fabulous and food was best I’ve had at top hotels in Sri Lanka
IAN
Very sadly our visit to The Lake Forest was not a good experience. Lovely bedrooms- but no hot water in the bathrooms which of course we reported to the Reception staff shortly after our arrival- to no avail!!
We reported the 'no hot water issue' again to recoption the folliwing mirning- sadly again absolutely no resolve to the
Problem.
Very disappointing food- the hitel menu offers a lot which in reality the hotel does not deliver. The breakfast was the poorest we have been offered in our travels in Sri Lanka- with very sadly leaderless and rather apathetic staff.
The Lake Forest Hotel needs a SHAKE UP.
We reported the 'no hot water issue' again to recoption the folliwing mirning- sadly again absolutely no resolve to the
Problem.
Very disappointing food- the hitel menu offers a lot which in reality the hotel does not deliver. The breakfast was the poorest we have been offered in our travels in Sri Lanka- with very sadly leaderless and rather apathetic staff.
The Lake Forest Hotel needs a SHAKE UP.
Mohamed Imthiyas Sajaf
Staying at lake forest hotel is a wonderful experience and staff was very helpful and friendly.
Zie
Extremely gracious staff with delicious food. The fabulous bathroom could use a better ventilation system, but I’m fussy. Truly excellent.
Manish
Nice stay in Lake Forest Anuradhapura
We had a very comfortable stay in the Lake Forest Hotel.
Cleanliness is excellent.
It is located near a big lake in very natural setting.
Staff is very polite.
Cleanliness is excellent.
It is located near a big lake in very natural setting.
Staff is very polite.
bertrand
Le style, l'accueil, le calme, la vue, la piscine, tout est agréable
Kazuyoshi
施設、スタッフとも素晴らしかったです。
設備も新しく、バルコニーもあって、快適に過ごせました。
ホテルの前は湿地になっており、向こう岸にはストゥーパが見えます。
夜はライトアップされてて、非常に幻想的。さらに、朝日もその向こう岸から昇るので、朝晩楽しめます。
設備も新しく、バルコニーもあって、快適に過ごせました。
ホテルの前は湿地になっており、向こう岸にはストゥーパが見えます。
夜はライトアップされてて、非常に幻想的。さらに、朝日もその向こう岸から昇るので、朝晩楽しめます。
Jacky
La chambre est vaste,la literie est très confortable mais les buffets au restaurant ne sont pas à la hauteur de l'établissement ni du tarif pratiqué.
Gudrun
Offensichtlich wurde unsere Buchung vergessen (das erste Mal über Expedia gebucht..). Als wir ankamen, dauerte es fast eine Stunde, bis wir unser Zimmer beziehen konnten. Dann war es ein offensichtliches Notzimmer mit zwei metallenen Zustellbetten - nicht das Familienzimmer mit Seeblick, das wir bestellt und bezahlt hatten. Wir wurden dann am ersten Abend mit einen Gratisessen als Ausgleich \"abgespeist\" - am nächsten Tag konnten wir wechseln - aber auch nur durch massive Nachfrage - von selbst wäre wohl nichts passiert. Das neue Zimmer war dann sehr schön - hätte es gleich geklappt, würde die Bewertung besser ausfallen
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adk
Super friendly staff, gorgeous sunrise and sunset views of the temples, and very peaceful atmosphere.
Susanne
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👍
Sylvie
Bel établissement. Des efforts sur l'accueil
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.
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.
VALERIE
Bel endroit mais accueil et infos très moyen!
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)
Tom
Great location and view on the water. Huge modern room. Limited continental breakfast options. Bathroom not as clean as could be.
Beatrix
Einfacher, schneller Check in. Die Zimmer zum See waren ruhig. Toller Blick über den See. Das Restaurant bietet sehr gute Speisemöglichkeiten an. Schneller Checkout. Moskito Netz war verfügbar. Leider war der Pool ein bisschen kalt und recht schlecht gelegen da direkt an den Sitzbereichen der Lobby. Ich hätte mir auf dem Balkon einen Aschenbecher gewünscht.
Geert
Geen ontbijtbuffet op dag 1 van ons verblijf wegens te weinig gasten. Hiervoor kregen we geen compensatie.
Op dag 2 was er een verlovingsfeest waardoor we geen gebruik konden maken van de ligbedden en zwembad. Hiervoor evenmin compensatie.
Het zwembad is bijzonder klein en verdient die naam niet.
Weids uitzicht op het meer. Het hotel ligt totaal geïsoleerd met werkelijk niets in de buurt.
Op dag 2 was er een verlovingsfeest waardoor we geen gebruik konden maken van de ligbedden en zwembad. Hiervoor evenmin compensatie.
Het zwembad is bijzonder klein en verdient die naam niet.
Weids uitzicht op het meer. Het hotel ligt totaal geïsoleerd met werkelijk niets in de buurt.
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The Lake Forest Hotel
103 Tissa Wewa Lane Pothanegama, Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka
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