The Lakeside Hotel at Nuwarawewa

Lakefront hotel with a full-service spa and a 24-hour front desk

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Dates

August 2025

September 2025

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Good

Popular amenities

Bar
Spa
Pool
Breakfast available
Laundry
24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Dharmapala Mawatha, New Town, Near Old Bus Stand, Anuradhapura, North Central, 50000

Nuwara Wewa
Sri Maha Bodhi
‪6 min drive‬
Ruwanwelisaya
‪6 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Anuradhapura

The Lakeside Hotel at Nuwarawewa places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Jetawanaramaya Museum and Brazen Palace. This 3-star hotel welcomes guests with 70 rooms and conveniences like a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

Mirisawetiya Stupa - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles
Sri Maha Bodhi - 6 min drive - 2.1 miles
Anuradhapura Archaeological Museum - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles
Thuparamaya - 6 min drive - 2.5 miles
Ruwanwelisaya - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles

Restaurants

‪Pizza Hut - ‬3 min drive
‪Seedevi Family Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
‪Palhena Village Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
‪Mango Mango - ‬5 min drive
‪Walkers - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Lakeside Hotel at Nuwarawewa

Lakefront hotel with a full-service spa and a 24-hour front desk

Guests of The Lakeside Hotel at Nuwarawewa enjoy a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool. There's free parking, and a shuttle from the airport to the hotel (available 24 hours) for USD 105 per vehicle. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning/laundry, concierge services, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this spa hotel include free WiFi in public areas, a meeting room, and free use of bicycles.

Guests can expect to find free WiFi and LCD TVs. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, and bidets. Minibars, coffee makers, and safes are also standard.

An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site.

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

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include facials and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including Ayurvedic.

Languages

English

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$112 nightly

Aug 10 - Aug 11

Total includes taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

24-hour airport pick-up shuttle on request for a surcharge
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
Free extended parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: USD 8 for adults and USD 4 for children
A bar/lounge
A restaurant

Things to do

Children's pool
Free bicycle rentals
Full-service spa
Outdoor pool

Family friendly

Children's pool
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Separate bedroom

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Newspapers in lobby
Safe at front desk

Guest services

Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Turndown service

Business services

Computer station
Meeting room

Outdoors

Barbecue grill
Garden
On a lake
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace

Full-service spa

Ayurvedic treatments
Facials
Massage

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Grab bar near toilet
No elevator
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking

3 floors
Built in 1957
Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Bidet
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided

Entertainment

LCD TV

Food and drink

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

Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: noon

Late check-in subject to availability

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Up to 5 kids 1 year old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

The charges below are included in your overall room price:

New Year's Eve gala dinner fee
Christmas Eve gala dinner fee

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 8 for adults and USD 4 for children
Airport shuttle fee: USD 105 per vehicle
Housekeeping is available for an additional fee

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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

Check-in: 2 PM
Check-out: noon
Minimum check-in age: 18

The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in is easy with express services. For convenient arrivals, you can take advantage of the airport pickup or train station pickup (fees apply). Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free extended parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
This property accepts credit cards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

A charge for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner on December 24 is included in the total price shown.
A charge for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner on December 31 is included in the total price shown.
Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
There are no elevators.
No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around The Lakeside Hotel at Nuwarawewa?

This hotel is located in Anuradhapura, close to Nuwara Wewa, Sri Maha Bodhi, and Ruwanwelisaya. You'll also find Isurumuniya Vihara and Thuparamaya within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Lakeside Hotel at Nuwarawewa?

Yes, self parking and long-term parking are offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Is a spa located at The Lakeside Hotel at Nuwarawewa?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include Ayurvedic treatments, massages, and body treatments.

Does The Lakeside Hotel at Nuwarawewa feature a casino at the property?

No, The Lakeside Hotel at Nuwarawewa doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Lakeside Hotel at Nuwarawewa?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Lakeside Hotel at Nuwarawewa?

This lakeside hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Does The Lakeside Hotel at Nuwarawewa have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Lakeside Hotel at Nuwarawewa have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Lakeside Hotel at Nuwarawewa serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will The Lakeside Hotel at Nuwarawewa allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Lakeside Hotel at Nuwarawewa.

Are there connecting rooms at The Lakeside Hotel at Nuwarawewa?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Lakeside Hotel at Nuwarawewa?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Lakeside Hotel at Nuwarawewa.

The Lakeside Hotel at Nuwarawewa Reviews

7.2

Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

6/10 Okay

michael

Traveled with partner

Mar 2, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

This property offered value for money - it was cheap. In its heyday, it must have been a very nice hotel but maintenance has fallen behind over the years. The common areas are fine but the rooms and exterior/grounds are very tired and badly need to be updated. Perhaps the owners can't afford it - there were only 4 guests booked in on the night we stayed.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

2/10 Terrible

M Tissa

Traveled with family

Mar 23, 2021

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

What a joke. Booking was on a quarantine hotel.

Absolutely ugly thing hotel.com has done by booking a hotel which is reserved for quarantine travellers. When we reached hotel, hotel staff didn’t allow us to enter as it’s reserved for quarantine people only. What a stupid joke of a service your company has done. We have been stranded without a hotel. You should have not accepted the booking if the hotel is reserved for quarantine people. I will NOT use your service again.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with group

Dec 25, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities

Disliked: Staff & service

Room wasn't ready on time and check out also got delayed as only one person at the Service Desk to attend all guests.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family

Apr 20, 2019

Disliked: Staff & service

The hotel was quiet and in a peaceful setting. Our rooms were very dark as there was bamboo in front of the windows and the first night a huge cockroach joined me in the bathroom. The front desk didn't seem particularly concerned about this when I complained. Communication with staff generally was very difficult due to poor English, a couple of staff members seemed quite pleasant but a lot were indifferent bordering on sullen. We ate at the restaurant both nights - the vegetarian Sri Lankan curry I had the first night was very good but the other dishes were very disappointing. My husband believes he left a wallet with quite a bit of money in it in our room but it wasn't able to be located.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with group

Mar 29, 2019

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The property was not at all what we expected, and not at all as described here on Expedia. I would describe it more as an upgraded hostel. There were no tours or assistance with finding tours, as the brochure in the room stated. The front desk lady way over quoted us for a tuk tuk, then later stated that she didn’t. The food was subpar, and the meal we were served (Sri Lankan curry) was not curry at all. We were not comfortable in the facility and so left after only one day even though we paid for 2 days. I would only suggest this place if you just want a place to lay your head, without any amenities.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

James

Feb 16, 2019

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

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Jan 15, 2019

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

Nice hôtel, central, very welcoming, helpful and smiling staff.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Regina

Jan 3, 2019

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

Spotless, comfortable with great customer service

we stayed at the hotel on NYE so we partook in the hotel’s special gala dinner. It was a buffet but very well catered with a great variety of Sri Lankan and western food which was freshly made, regularly replenished and delicious. We have loved the local cuisine on our trip but it was a treat to have fresh salads, smoked salmon and readymade flambé desserts. The breakfast was also a buffet. Not your average buffet - everything was fresh and tasty! The room was compact but comfortable. The bathroom was quite small but like the room, spotless and functional. Hot water, ac, good WiFi and very helpful and attentive staff. Great value for money and in a lovely location close to town but next to a lake with peace and quiet.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Andrew

Nov 23, 2018

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Good mid-range choice

Great pool and nice surroundings. Breakfast very good but leftovers are clearly used for lunch and dinner. Much better choices away from the hotel to eat however hotel itself fine for bed and breakfast.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Aug 5, 2018

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

Free bikes

We stayed a couple of nights and enjoyed using the hotel’s free bikes to cycle round the old town. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Food was okay, nothing spectacular. Room was good.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Mar 12, 2018

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

Formal, professional, courteous welcome

Very warm and formal Sri Lankan welcome. Staff very friendly and eager to please. We had booked one room, a triple, pre-paid through Hotels.com, but another person joined us late in our trip planning, so we had to book a whole second room. (Son's new girlriend.) Rate was higher for that second room, but not obscenely more, which was nice. (And the staff was very apologetic for this.) Advantages: Hotel provides driver accommodation. Food (the breakfast buffet with Sri Lankan and Western choices) is outstanding. Pool shows its age, but it clean and pleasant. Free use of bikes to ride around the sacred sites in Anuradhapura or along the nicely graveled bank of the wewa (artificial lake/tank) on which hotel is situated. We did this at sunset and it was lovely. Disadvantages: extremely poor wi-fi. We were happy by and large to be out of touch with the rest of the world, but one does need to check things from time to time, or obtain information about, e.g., restaurants or sightseeing. It was a primitive web-login based system that frequently disconnected and got slower the longer you were connected until connection to pages timed out. The hotel should fix this. Also, shower water took 15 minutes to warm up. That's not a deal-breaker, by any means, as the rooms were pleasant and the whole experience nice. Because of its formal professionalism amongst the staff, the hotel has a "colonial" feel even if the decor reminded my of the 1970s.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

6/10 Okay

Jonathan

Mar 2, 2018

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

Great Value, Great Staff, Excellent Food

Great staff, excellent food, decent accommodations. Wifi Awful!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018

6/10 Okay

prabash, sri lanka

Jan 5, 2018

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Good, but one who manage the room shairing is not done her job perfect. other than that is ok.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Nov 20, 2017

Good Hotel

Overall good, but please make sure to ask for clean towels. They have given us very dirty looking towels.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Oct 25, 2017

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Way too expensive for the experience

A decidedly mixed experience. Comfortable room, friendly staff, great food, and arranged an excellent tour of the ancient city. But hot water was out two days and the safari they arranged for us was very disappointing: the tracker spoke almost no English and seemed pretty disinterested in looking for animals. On top of that there was a band playing so loud one afternoon, the room windows were rattling. Multiple requests to turn down the vilume were ignored.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

4/10 Poor

Danielle

Jul 9, 2017

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Dinner Buffet Food Was Cold

The hotel was fine, I guess, but we cut our stay early. The pool was nothing special, the rooms weren't as clean as they could be, and all the food (even the things that are normally served hot) were cold. We won't be going back.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Jun 1, 2017

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

Phenomenal service, excellent food, and a lovely hotel.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2017

6/10 Okay

Emily, UK

Feb 9, 2017

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Ok place to stay when you're templed out

This hotel is perfectly decent for a night or two. The room was comfortable although the water pressure was a bit variable. The pool is nice and you can see the lake from the poolside. Staff were polite and helpful. My partner left her watch at a previous hotel and the lady on reception rang a couple of places and arranged to have it sent on to our next place. They could do with someone meeting you on arrival and there are were lots of little flies on the food at the buffet. If I stayed again I'd probably eat out but all in all a decent place to stay when you've seen enough temples and stupas!

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Marie

Jan 7, 2017

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

6/10 Okay

Annette

Jan 4, 2017

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Convenient, comfortable

A pleasant and comfortable hotel. Pool fine, massage good. Little English spoken, no local area information given. Alacarte restaurant for lunch, buffet breakfast and dinner. Food fine.

10/10 Excellent

anthony, sydney

Dec 31, 2016

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

comfortable stay

excellent hotel sad we had only one day. easy reach of town centre, ancient temples and royal ruins

8/10 Good

kez

Dec 19, 2016

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

Well worth a visit

Excellent staff and service, a lovely atmosphere and amazing food. Room was good, could of been a bit cleaner. The balcony over looking the grounds was lovely. My only complaint was the strange goings on, on the lane adjacent to the hotel and lake and the same 4 songs playing on repeat the whole stay Apart from that highly recommended

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Nov 27, 2016

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

Would Recommend

Good location. Friendly, helpful staff and a good restaurant. Also a pleasant swimming pool

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas, Norwich, UK

Nov 20, 2016

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

Really comfortable and excellent food

Excellent food, grateful waiting staff. Wine naturally expensive but good I understand hotel updated, lovely rooms (nice curtains)

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Mar 7, 2016

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Room not ready on arrival. Didn't have our confirmation from hotels. Reservation. Our room was not stocked with enough towels, soap, etc. Also, very bad mosquito infestation in lobby area. Had to request spray& mosquito coil to deter. Finally had to leave area. Unfortunately lobby was only place to access wifi.

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The Lakeside Hotel at Nuwarawewa Reviews

Reviews

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8.0/10

7.6/10

6.0/10

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Reviews

6/10 Okay

michael

michael

2/10 Terrible

M Tissa

What a joke. Booking was on a quarantine hotel.

M Tissa

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

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4/10 Poor

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4/10 Poor

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8/10 Good

James

James

10/10 Excellent