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1. Heritage Hotel Anuradhapura

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Samantha Fonseka
Samantha Fonseka
@SamanthaFonseka
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2022
Excellent place to family stays at Anuradhapura
"Its help you to do your pilgrimage to Anuradhapura, Heritage hotel give real Sri Lankan hospitality with excellent atmosphere and calm place, clean comfortable large room, friendly staff, clean pool, delicious foo..."
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#1 Best Value of 618 places to stay in Anuradhapura
Akila W
By Akila W
"At first glance, the room's decorations appear elegant and lovely. It has one bed and two chairs, as well as a TV, other facilities and a balcony. It also includes an outdoor pool."
Situated on the lakefront of the famous Tissa wewa
Breakfast included

2. The Lake Forest Hotel

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Florence Stefanc
Florence Stefanc
@florencesN4349PI
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2021
wounderfull stay in Anuradapura
"Very friendly staff,pool view to Lake., clean room, They arrange very tasty Bithday cake to my daughter & complementary Kiripidu Pujawa to offer SriMaha Bodiya on my daughter birthday I highly highly recommend bes..."
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#2 Best Value of 618 places to stay in Anuradhapura
Harshanee R
By Harshanee R
"Parking: Good parking space and secure. Room: Absolutely comfortable and all the rooms are facing the lake. Food: I would recommend them to improve the quality of the food and variety."
Swimming Pool

3. Rajarata Hotel Anuradapura

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Yanendra Weerakkody
Yanendra Weerakkody
@yanendraw
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2022
Excellent place to family stay at Anuradhapura
"Excellent calm place, clean comfortable large room, friendly staff, clean pool, delicious food with buffet arrangement for all the 3 meals, fun and enjoy play place to children, easy to find and near to all the pi..."
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#3 Best Value of 618 places to stay in Anuradhapura
sach g
By sach g
"Great bar located in lobby of hotel. The atmosphere, the staff, the location were all exactly what my wife and I were looking for. We requested a pool view and our 1st floor room did not disappoint."
breakfast

4. Little Paradise Tourist Guest House and Holiday Home Anuradhapura

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Guesthouse
Frederick V
Frederick V
@Frederick V
Reviewed on 24 Sept 2023
"Hidden Gem"
"We stayed couple of nights at little paradise. During our short stay we found Best hospitality, unconditional services. And delicious foods.The location is pleasantly quiet and nice . We were really very satisfied..."
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#4 Best Value of 618 places to stay in Anuradhapura
eden75
By eden75
"All the staff were really friendly and extremely helpful. The food in the restaurant at night was incredible well presented and very tasty it was a set menu with 7 different curries and rice."
Tent exterior -1
Breakfast included

5. Big Game Camp - Wilpattu

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Camping/Caravan site
waxel1974
waxel1974
@waxel1974
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2023
Wonderful Eco-lodge
"After our visit of Wilpattu National Park, we arrived in this wonderful eco-park just outside the national park. Since it was our honeymoon, we got an upgrade from “big game Tent” to “Mahoora Tent”. One tent with a..."
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#5 Best Value of 618 places to stay in Anuradhapura
Wayne G
By Wayne G
"Very good setup with a welcoming drink and snacks whilst explaining their program. The tents have a good shower toilet and a fan. The beds are comfortable and the food is very good."
Breakfast included

6. Aryana Hotel

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Speciality Hotel
Rosh
Rosh
@Y654AAsr
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2022
Beautiful hotel
"We also appreciated the room upgrade and the nice conversations we’ve had with the employees of the hotel."
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#6 Best Value of 618 places to stay in Anuradhapura
QueenBeeSingapore_07
By QueenBeeSingapore_07
"The hotel is new, small, perhaps 10 rooms. Tastefully furnished with a lovely pool right at the centre. We ate breakfast and dinner most nights here, all extremely delicious."
Breakfast included

7. Hotel Alakamanda

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Small Hotel
Lovindu
Lovindu
@lovindu
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2023
Great service
"The room was very clean and comfortable."
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#7 Best Value of 618 places to stay in Anuradhapura
Olu Villa, Galle - by Hasi
By Olu Villa, Galle - by Hasi
"Our needs were well accommodated at the restaurant and even at the garden. Rooms were cleaned enough with spacious sleeping/living area. Location was great with easy access by a private transport."
Pool Side
Breakfast included

8. Miridiya Lake Resort

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Isuri D
Isuri D
@865isurid
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2022
Nice hotel & comfortable stay
"This is a clean hotel in a good location.Five minutes from the central train station.Front office staff is very friendly n genuine .The room was spacious and well furnished.Everyone is very friendly.Thank u Miridi..."
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#8 Best Value of 618 places to stay in Anuradhapura
Tabitha A
By Tabitha A
"Nice small hotel with generous pool, right by the lake. Nice big comfortable rooms, outdoor bathrooms, very friendly service - we even got to plant a tree! There are monkeys nearby, and the restaurant is lovely."
Breakfast included

9. Hotel Heladiv

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Small Hotel
Richard G
Richard G
@Richard G
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2023
Amazing Sri Lankan Getaway
"5/5 Quiet place off the main road that has amazing high quality Sri Lankan food and a great pool. Staff are very attentive and meet every need of those staying at the hotel if they possibly can! Couldn’t recommend..."
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#9 Best Value of 618 places to stay in Anuradhapura
RomanH11
By RomanH11
"Rooms with nice bathroom, A/C and fan. Rooms are decent size and clean. Swimming pool is also great. Enough choice of food and great curry. The guy supporting owner is great fun and very helpful."
Breakfast included

10. Margosa Lake Resort

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Guesthouse
Steve_Grant1
Steve_Grant1
@Steve_Grant1
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2020
Late lunch
"We stopped here for a late lunch. It was still busy and clearly popular with tourist groups. The food was good. Two buffets and two beers came to Rup 3,080 which was reasonable. It has a swimming pool but we did not..."
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#10 Best Value of 618 places to stay in Anuradhapura
RKP1953
By RKP1953
"The rooms were just ok and they are in urgent need of repair and refurbishing. They offer buffet dinner and breakfast which was not great. They have small nice swimming pool also."

11. Monaara Resorts - Anuradhapura

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Lisa M
Lisa M
@lisamE8594UO
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2023
Best stay in two weeks Sri Lanka!
"Best stay in Sri Lanka! We traveled around for two weeks and definitely Monaara Resort was our favourite! The personal was beyond kind and made our stay memorable. The service was outstanding, all transfers could be..."
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#11 Best Value of 618 places to stay in Anuradhapura
CrishyM
By CrishyM
"The prices have been very reasonable and the quality and cleanliness of the rooms were beyond that price tag, honestly. There are four rooms on the downstairs and few more on the 1st floor."
Breakfast included

12. The Sanctuary At Tissawewa

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Sunimal M
Sunimal M
@sunim_12
Reviewed on 6 Sept 2022
A beautiful property for a peaceful stay
"The room was clean and very comfortable and the long verandah outside, overlooking the garden is perfect for reading or an afternoon snooze on the comfy armchairs."
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#12 Best Value of 618 places to stay in Anuradhapura
burntoshine
By burntoshine
"Small boutique and colonial feel. We were a family of 6 and stayed in 2 rooms and worked well for us. We used the pool at the sister hotel for the kids. Great service and friendly environment."

13. Andorra Tourist Resort

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Inn
Mikesh P
Mikesh P
@tomilis
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2023
Great hotel and great owners!
"The hotel was very very reasonably priced for what you get - A/C, TV and your own room. Very well appointed and clean. Moreover the owners are both fantastic people who are clearly not in it for the money! They..."
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#13 Best Value of 618 places to stay in Anuradhapura
Prashan Wilfred
By Prashan Wilfred
"The host said there was a mix up and our rooms had been given to some other guests. After apologising the host very kindly found us another place swifty to stay with a better rating than his."
Breakfast included

14. The Lakeside Hotel at Nuwarawewa

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LouiseG
LouiseG
@LouFoy
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2023
Great
"Clean pool, clean room and great shower."
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#14 Best Value of 618 places to stay in Anuradhapura
SurreyGirl27
By SurreyGirl27
"Rooms are spacious and beautifully clean. Small balconies and good air conditioning. Shower was hot and good water pressure. Evening meal options were excellent, varied menu, freshly cooked and good portions."

15. Gamodh Citadel Resort

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Lodge
Dev Jayakody
Dev Jayakody
@devjayakody
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2021
Quite and peaceful
"The room was spacious."
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#15 Best Value of 618 places to stay in Anuradhapura
Hugo R
By Hugo R
"We had a good room with a view on the garden. The big and perfect suited swmmingpool was a joy and very welcome in the heat. We enjoyed our stay very much with this nice and good people."

16. Earl's Rajarata

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Peter E
Peter E
@petereS9293SL
Reviewed on 28 Jul 2023
Modern well run hotel.
"My room was spacious & clean with a great view over the adjacent rice fields & bush from the balcony."
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#16 Best Value of 618 places to stay in Anuradhapura
K D
By K D
"small private hotel with a hospitable approach. friendly staff, clean & spacious rooms with excellent in service . Authentic sri lankan food with rich in taste. very personalize service timely delivered."
Breakfast included

17. Palm Garden Village Hotel

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HippieChickPeaTravel
HippieChickPeaTravel
@HippieChickPeaTravel
Reviewed on 30 Jul 2023
Palm Garden Springs, excellent place to stay with the family
"Kavindu from Reception ensured our room was exceptionally clean and functional on arrival (not his fault the monkeys constantly brake the TV aerials!) and helped with our first night’s dinner order."
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#17 Best Value of 618 places to stay in Anuradhapura
Djh2711
By Djh2711
"The bed was comfortable and water plentiful and hot. There was no WiFi outside the bar restaurant and even there it was slow. Tea and coffee and bottled water is supplied free."

18. Liyana Holiday resort

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Lodge
Annie
Annie
@425annemarieh
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2023
Happy resting place
"The well appointed room nicely cooled with aircon."
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#18 Best Value of 618 places to stay in Anuradhapura
Prasanna
By Prasanna
"Friendly staff, really tasty food and all the facilities worth for what you have spent. Owners were pleasnt enough to provide any needs when asked. Rooms are clean and the garden is nice though it's not that big."
Breakfast included

19. Hotel 4 U Saliya Garden

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Inn
Chamathi A
Chamathi A
@300chayap
Reviewed on 19 May 2023
Hotel that perfectly represents Sri Lanka
"January 2023 - this was our second visit to Hotel 4 U Saliya Garden and I'm so glad we came back! The staff were just as inviting and friendly as I remember them, attending to our every need and request. The..."
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#19 Best Value of 618 places to stay in Anuradhapura
BScott
By BScott
"The crystal clear pool is massive and maintained daily. Upali and his son Sheehan went out of their way to ensure we wanted for nothing. The WIFI is free and has a great signal in all areas."

20. Hotel White House Anuradhapura

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Hemantha U
Hemantha U
@hemanthau
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2022
Why i stay 3* instead of one
"This is 3* hotel as in the web site. I stayed 3 nights at White House Hotel expecting past experience at White House but sadly not the case this time. Firstly I should say the location is great for pilgrims city..."
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#20 Best Value of 618 places to stay in Anuradhapura
Diluka 94
By Diluka 94
"Nice room and very unique interior designs in rooms. Helpful staff and good location. Very close anuradhapura Pooja City.. Swimming pool is big and clean. Staff was doing good job this pendamic situation."
This is one of the most booked hotels in Pahala Maragahawewa over the last 60 days.

21. Claughton Wild Wilpattu

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Small Hotel
Priya B
Priya B
@Navigator826261
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2023
Hidden Gem Lodge
"Beautifully furnished room overlooking the green fields protected by electric fence to keep away the wild animals."
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#21 Best Value of 618 places to stay in Anuradhapura
SlipsWales
By SlipsWales
"The accommodation is of very high quality - our room being very spacious & comfortable, with a great bathroom & hot shower. Everything was very clean, fresh & new, having not long been open."

22. The Ivy Lake

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S_Rhiannon
S_Rhiannon
@S_Rhiannon
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2023
Fantastic value
"It was absolutely terrific value for money - the room was large and spotlessly clean, and fresh towels etc were all provided."
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#22 Best Value of 618 places to stay in Anuradhapura
Adam G
By Adam G
"Charming guesthouse with close proximity to the Buddhist temples and a few restaurants. Staff was delightful and rooms were clean and comfortable. There is a beautiful lake opposite if you’re into walking or cycling."

23. Hotel Bella Vista

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Small Hotel
CarolynL861
CarolynL861
@CarolynL861
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2022
Our Happy place in Anuradhadupra
"From the lovely spacious room overlooking the pool to the delicious breakfast in the gorgeous recently renovated dining area this place was perfect."
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#23 Best Value of 618 places to stay in Anuradhapura
Umangi K
By Umangi K
"The rooms were extremely comfortable and the bathroom was excellent! It’s a very convenient location to visit all the heritage sites and we would recommend this place for anyone!"

24. Divine Villa

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Nayana P
Nayana P
@Nayana P
Reviewed on 23 Aug 2023
A good place to stay at Saliyapura
"Nice place, in a beautiful surrounding ,bounded by a stream, room and wash rooms were clean.Owner was a friendly person. Giving tea if requested, has a separate dining area and a kitchen if need to prepare meals..."
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#24 Best Value of 618 places to stay in Anuradhapura
Suresh Hettiarachchi
By Suresh Hettiarachchi
"The Divine Villa is a superb place to stay for an overnight. It's located in a quite place and near to the ancient places as well. The room, the bathroom was clean and spacious. Also the beds are super comfy."

25. D Family Resort

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Small Hotel
vikvijayan
vikvijayan
@vikvijayan
Reviewed on 3 Jul 2023
Friendly
"Nice place. Clean and inviting pool - lovely place to cool off! Rooms were fine - they Fixed a faulty air con immediately! Breakfast was generous and very tasty! Definitely recommended. Only thing I can say is the..."
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#25 Best Value of 618 places to stay in Anuradhapura
L/N
By L/N
"Calm place out of the main road with very good service, helpful, kind staff and delicious food. You can choose to stay in room or in two flours cabanas with teras and balcony in second flour to welcome.each morning."

26. Kubura Resort

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Speciality Inn
Kezhoughts
Kezhoughts
@Kerry H
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2023
Stunning venue, clean and friendly
"The room was spacious, clean and super stylish!"
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#26 Best Value of 618 places to stay in Anuradhapura
Vera G
By Vera G
"The restaurant is by the pool side with the view of paddy fields. The best food we have tried during this Sri Lanka trip was at Kumbura! Every single dish prepared by the Chef was amazing!"
Breakfast included

27. Nilketha Villa Eco Hotel

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Jayamini D
Jayamini D
@Jayneeze
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2018
Peaceful Stay Value for Money
"This is a mid range stay for a budget traveller. Good energy, fairly equipped room with all basic facilities like hot water, ac, fan etc. Friendly staff. Good food. Although you can find less costly places to eat..."
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#27 Best Value of 618 places to stay in Anuradhapura
Jayamini D
By Jayamini D
"This is a mid range stay for a budget traveller. Good energy, fairly equipped room with all basic facilities like hot water, ac, fan etc. Friendly staff. Good food. Although you can find less costly places to eat..."

28. Water's Edge

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Hostel
JayGoSee
JayGoSee
@JayGoSee
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2022
Ideal location for a relaxing stay in Anuradhapura
"Stayed with parents. The care taker is called Mangala. We stayed for 2 nights and had booked entire house - which is 3 double rooms. Food was excellent - we had vegeterian food and excellent Sri Lankan Authentic..."
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#28 Best Value of 618 places to stay in Anuradhapura
singaporegirl294265
By singaporegirl294265
"The three bedroom bungalow is surrounded by a large garden and views over the lake to the temples beyond - amazing at night time when they're lit up."

29. Devid Villa

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Dushan W
Dushan W
@967dushanw
Reviewed on 3 Aug 2022
Family Trip to Anuradhapura
"the place is excellent, clean and all facilities were available, easy to reach by train and walking distances to Jaya Sirama Bodi and Ruwanvalisaya, David is very helpful. he has provided the Tuk Tuk and all others..."
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#29 Best Value of 618 places to stay in Anuradhapura
Dushan W
By Dushan W
"the place is excellent, clean and all facilities were available, easy to reach by train and walking distances to Jaya Sirama Bodi and Ruwanvalisaya, David is very helpful. he has provided the Tuk Tuk and all others..."

30. Sunray Lake Residence

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Lodge
Jovita J
Jovita J
@jovitaj846
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2022
Meditating Group of 14 person from Lithuania
"We stay here 3 nights.Amazing location by the lake,its nice beach sandy,so you will enjoy swiming every day.we took all the rooms,so 3 rooms is Lux style,with view and everything you need,rest of them in main..."
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#30 Best Value of 618 places to stay in Anuradhapura
Kalana
By Kalana
"Has a good parking space for small vehicles. They got 4 rooms with capacity around 14(2,3,4,5). Ideal for group of 14 where you can reserve the whole place. They also have a dining area and a kitchen."
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Anuradhapura Accommodations Information

Accommodations in Anuradhapura

586

Accommodations Prices From

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Travel high season

Sep - Nov

Travel low season

Dec - Feb

High season avg price

$160

Low season avg price

$54
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Season
Avg. price/night
Avg. temperature
Avg. precipitation
Dec - Feb
Avg. price/night
$59
LOWEST
$39$245
Avg. temperature
25ºC
COLDEST
18ºC34ºC
Avg. precipitation
141mm
59 mm294 mm
Mar - May
Avg. price/night
$100
$39$245
Avg. temperature
28ºC
WARMEST
18ºC34ºC
Avg. precipitation
134mm
59 mm294 mm
Jun - Aug
Avg. price/night
$140
$39$245
Avg. temperature
27ºC
18ºC34ºC
Avg. precipitation
72mm
DRIEST
59 mm294 mm
Sep - Nov
Avg. price/night
$169
HIGHEST
$39$245
Avg. temperature
26ºC
18ºC34ºC
Avg. precipitation
224mm
WETTEST
59 mm294 mm
Price trend information excludes taxes and fees and is based on base rates for a nightly stay for 2 adults found in the last 7 days on our site and averaged for commonly viewed hotels in Anuradhapura. Select dates and complete search for nightly totals inclusive of taxes and fees.

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Heritage Hotel Anuradhapura, Rajarata Hotel Anuradapura, and The Sanctuary At Tissawewa are some of the most popular hotels for travellers looking to stay near Mihintale. See the full list: Hotels near Mihintale.
Amuththa Resort, Muragala Holiday Resort, and Mihisara Resort are all popular resorts for travellers staying in Anuradhapura. See the full list: Anuradhapura Resorts.
Popular hotels close to Ruwanwelisaya include The Sanctuary At Tissawewa, Nilketha Villa Eco Hotel, and Kingdom Gate Hotel. See the full list: Hotels near Ruwanwelisaya.
Popular hotels close to Bandaranayake Intl Airport include Ramada by Wyndham Katunayake Colombo International Airport, Airport Zen Resort, and La Fiume Resort. See the full list: Hotels near Bandaranayake Intl Airport.
A few of the most popular hotels near Wilpattu National Park are Ceylon Resort, Wild Hideaway Wilpattu, and Green Sapphire Holiday Resort Wilpaththu. See the full list: Hotels near Wilpattu National Park.
Popular cheap hotels in Anuradhapura include Heritage Hotel Anuradhapura, The Sanctuary At Tissawewa, and The Lakeside Hotel at Nuwarawewa. See the full list: Cheap Hotels in Anuradhapura.
Forest Rock Garden Resort, The Sanctuary At Tissawewa, and Miridiya Lake Resort all received great reviews from families travelling in Anuradhapura. See the full list: Family Hotels Anuradhapura.
The Lake Forest Hotel, Forest Rock Garden Resort, and The Sanctuary At Tissawewa received great reviews from travellers looking for a romantic hotel in Anuradhapura. See the full list: Romantic Hotels Anuradhapura.
Some of the most popular hotels with a pool in Anuradhapura include Heritage Hotel Anuradhapura, The Lake Forest Hotel, and Rajarata Hotel Anuradapura. See the full list: Hotels with a Pool in Anuradhapura.