Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) - 86.3 miles/139 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
When visiting Anuradhapura, The Lake Forest Hotel is a great choice to consider. You can splash around at the outdoor pool, grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other features include a terrace and a garden.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
22 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 12:30 PM
Contactless check-out
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Room service (limited hours)
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Bike hire
Pool loungers
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Mosquito nets
An outdoor pool
Lockers available
Walkway to water
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Room amenities
Be entertained
42-inch LED TV
Premium cable channels
Films for purchase
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Dressing gowns
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Bath only
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 7.0 per night
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
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 offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Lake Forest Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at The Lake Forest Hotel?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at The Lake Forest Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Lake Forest Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Lake Forest Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 12:30 PM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at The Lake Forest Hotel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Lake Forest Hotel?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
The Lake Forest Hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
8.8/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
19 Sept 2024
Samamtha
Samamtha, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 Aug 2024
Prabhath
Prabhath, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 Jul 2024
Nice place and friendly staff
Prabhath
Prabhath, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 Jul 2024
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!
Dr. Kevin
Dr. Kevin, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
11 Jul 2024
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.
Russel
Russel, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 Jul 2024
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!
Namal
Namal, 1-night family trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
8/10 Very good
20 May 2024
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.
Catey
Catey, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 Mar 2024
Fabulous location. Great room. Wonderful staff. Good food.
Margaret
Margaret, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 Feb 2024
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.
Thenuwara Badalge Sujeewa
Thenuwara Badalge Sujeewa, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 Feb 2024
Beautiful site, clean; nice breakfast
Frederick
Frederick, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 Feb 2024
L S
L S, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
22 Jan 2024
Lovely location and accommodation. Good restaurant. Some issues with leaks in bathroom but total experience was great.
Susan
Susan, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 Jan 2024
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.
Giridhar
Giridhar, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
30 Nov 2023
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.
Pamela
Pamela, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 Nov 2023
Vajira
Vajira, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 Jul 2023
Wow!! From the time we arrived, it was wonderful. We will definitely go again.
Shyamalee
Shyamalee, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 Jun 2023
Nice hotel amidst greenery all around. Super view of the Pagodas at night.
Himanka
Himanka, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 Jun 2023
Views,food and service
Sanjeevan
Sanjeevan, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 Apr 2023
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.
Indika
Indika, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 Feb 2023
The lake is gorgeous; sunrise and sunset over the lake specially. Food was great at the hotel restaurant, the service was great.
Yasser
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
15 Aug 2022
Beautiful hotel by the lake. It was a bit smaller than the other hotels we have seen, but still very nice
Edith-Louise
Edith-Louise, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 Jul 2022
Pradeep
Pradeep, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 May 2022
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
Stephen
Stephen, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
24 Jan 2022
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.
IAN
IAN, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 Nov 2021
Staying at lake forest hotel is a wonderful experience and staff was very helpful and friendly.