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## Top Sri Lanka Lakeside Hotels

![Indoor pool, outdoor pool, open 8 AM to 9 PM, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12230000/12226100/12226075/2c3324f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12230000/12226100/12226075/b867325a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12230000/12226100/12226075/e2616cb7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Beach shuttle, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12230000/12226100/12226075/defe3db0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Thaulle Pure Ayurveda Resort - Yala

Thissamaharama

9.4/10

Exceptional

(83)

"Amazing location, fantastic views, extremely attentive, long day on the road so greatly appreciated the room upgrade, thank you."

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Anonymous traveller

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Thissamaharama-Hotels-Thaulle-Resort.h12226075.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1530000/1526900/1526814/81ac9b01.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1530000/1526900/1526814/6c6c3044.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![4 restaurants, breakfast served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1530000/1526900/1526814/609fbeee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe King with Jaccuzi | Jetted bathtub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1530000/1526900/1526814/9af45c3c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Heritance Kandalama

Kandalama

9.0/10

Wonderful

(657)

"Beautiful rooms set in the most gorgeous landscape. So much thought behind each architectural choice with exceptional service and delicious food! "

![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg)

Janani

£165

includes taxes & fees

7 Dec - 8 Dec

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kandalama-Hotels-Heritance-Kandalama.h1526814.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2230000/2222500/2222404/90edbeb3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast (LKR 2940 per person)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2230000/2222500/2222404/221b0929.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Family Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2230000/2222500/2222404/a9032556.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2230000/2222500/2222404/564b5a10.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Amaya Lake Dambulla

Kandalama

8.6/10

Excellent

(133)

"Great place with a beautiful location. Very friendly staff. "

![Norway](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/no.svg)

Kristian

£132

includes taxes & fees

7 Dec - 8 Dec

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kandalama-Hotels-Amaya-Lake-Dambulla.h2222404.Hotel-Information)

![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13140000/13132000/13131933/818fe0e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Royal Suite - Lake View | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13140000/13132000/13131933/3b55b0b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13140000/13132000/13131933/aa7c7e0a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13140000/13132000/13131933/a919214b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### EKHO Lake House Polonnaruwa

Polonnaruwa

9.2/10

Wonderful

(50)

"Lovely location, wonderful meals, extra large rooms with nice bedding."

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Dawn

£170

includes taxes & fees

13 Dec - 14 Dec

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Polonnaruwa-Hotels-EKHO-Lake-House-Polonnaruwa.h13131933.Hotel-Information)

![2 indoor pools, outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6520000/6514600/6514555/d3fdec2d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Building design](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6520000/6514600/6514555/7071ecad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lovers’ Escape | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6520000/6514600/6514555/486d07e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Wild Escape | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6520000/6514600/6514555/1997d847.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Elephant Corridor

Sigiriya

8.4/10

Very good

(49)

"Très bon rapport qualité-prix, très grande chambre en pleine nature. On voit des éléphants et des water Buffalo se promener la nuit."

![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg)

Anonymous traveller

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sigiriya-Hotels-Elephant-Corridor.h6514555.Hotel-Information)

![Front of property – evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11550000/11541900/11541822/72cee66f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11550000/11541900/11541822/f57624cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11550000/11541900/11541822/b6d53def.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11550000/11541900/11541822/a2a4e16a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Heaven Seven Nuwara Eliya

Nuwara Eliya

7.8/10

Good

(35)

"Good spot for a night on the way— simple and clean, with lovely warm service. Probably a bit overpriced but a solid, good option. Food was delicious as well and they accommodated all of our needs."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Molly

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nuwara-Eliya-Hotels-Heaven-Seven-Nuwara-Eliya.h11541822.Hotel-Information)

![2 outdoor pools, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5860000/5857600/5857549/w842h556x0y4-2fb84a5b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5860000/5857600/5857549/7cccb766.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Staircase](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5860000/5857600/5857549/2b5fb9f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Sports bar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5860000/5857600/5857549/w842h556x0y4-094367da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Heritage Hotel

Anuradhapura

7.2/10

Good

(68)

"The Heritage is set in a fabulous location, in magnificent grounds on the edge of a lake, peaceful and comfortable. Yet in easy reach of the Sacred City. The staff were helpful and breakfasts superb."

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Jeff

£93

includes taxes & fees

4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Anuradhapura-Hotels-Heritage-Hotel.h5857549.Hotel-Information)

![On the beach, white sand, beach towels, waterskiing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4040000/4031800/4031708/7ab217fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4040000/4031800/4031708/a6df885e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Ocean View Room | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4040000/4031800/4031708/6ebc6589.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4040000/4031800/4031708/5ea3ad92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Avani Kalutara Resort

Kalutara

8.0/10

Very good

(85)

"Beautiful setting Modern rooms, very comfortable "

![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg)

Indi

£163

includes taxes & fees

19 Dec - 20 Dec

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kalutara-Hotels-Avani-Kalutara-Resort.h4031708.Hotel-Information)

![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17810000/17803500/17803483/6ab257ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17810000/17803500/17803483/14d945ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Children’s play area – outdoor](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17810000/17803500/17803483/e03079ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17810000/17803500/17803483/dc1c1a71.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### CoCoWorld Bungalow

Panduwasnuwara

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/CoCoWorld-Bungalow.h17803483.Hotel-Information)

![Lunch, dinner served; international cuisine, garden views ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11570000/11567100/11567036/6144fbfa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11570000/11567100/11567036/02ac4573.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Aerial view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11570000/11567100/11567036/03e8359d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Game drive](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11570000/11567100/11567036/b2630061.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Heina Nature Resort & Yala Safari

Kataragama

8.6/10

Excellent

(12)

"We arrived to a warm welcome from the staff. They were caring and attentive throughout our stay. There's not a lot to do after your safari in the surrounding area in terms of shops or stalls. There are however really beautiful rice paddy and lake scenes for anyone who wants to get adventurous on the bikes they provide and the locals are really friendly. The food was delicious. We didn't request anything in particular they just cooked up rice or noodles with chicken one night and the garlic...

![Saudi Arabia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/sa.svg)

Anonymous traveller

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kataragama-Hotels-Heina-Nature-Resort-Yala-Safari.h11567036.Hotel-Information)

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## Top Sri Lanka Hotel Reviews

![Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104810000/104800800/104800745/e4a70ad8_y.jpg)

### Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent services "

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Colombo-Hotels-Cinnamon-Life.h104800745.Hotel-Information)

![Mandarina Colombo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17400000/17399600/17399512/7fe80c66_y.jpg)

### Mandarina Colombo

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect "

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Colombo-Hotels-Mandarina-Colombo.h17399512.Hotel-Information)

![Galle Face Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11090000/11080700/11080678/dbaae932_y.jpg)

### Galle Face Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"A place with history, nice architecture. Very nice room with direct ocean facing window. Can open windows and stay off-aircon with fan. Nice small private beach and seawater pool to swim. Unfortunately the LED lighting in the rooms has flicker/strobe effects (reason is the cheapo ac/dc converters built into asian consumer grade lights), this has a subtile stress effect."

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Colombo-Hotels-Galle-Face-Hotel.h11080678.Hotel-Information)

![Hilton Colombo Residence](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/610000/607900/607883/8c2bb45e_y.jpg)

### Hilton Colombo Residence

10/10 Excellent

"Centrally located we felt very safe at this hotel. The staff were friendly and helpful. Our room was very spacious with a comfortable bed. The breakfast was good with plenty of options."

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Colombo-Hotels-Hilton-Colombo-Residence.h607883.Hotel-Information)

![Radisson Hotel Colombo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9740000/9733000/9732923/w3839h2656x0y0-d5567bec_y.jpg)

### Radisson Hotel Colombo

10/10 Excellent

"Everything 10/10"

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Colombo-Hotels-Radisson-Hotel-Colombo.h9732923.Hotel-Information)

![Shangri-La Colombo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19420000/19414300/19414242/8b709302_y.jpg)

### Shangri-La Colombo

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was great. Room service, staff and especially the breakfast buffet. I will definitely come back here. "

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Colombo-Hotels-Shangri-La-Colombo.h19414242.Hotel-Information)

![Marino Beach Colombo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29970000/29961100/29961010/46836ee4_y.jpg)

### Marino Beach Colombo

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel and service is excellent and I would go back again. "

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Colombo-Hotels-Marino-Beach-Colombo.h29961010.Hotel-Information)

![Granbell Hotel Colombo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76380000/76370800/76370717/3e246c14_y.jpg)

### Granbell Hotel Colombo

10/10 Excellent

"Gorgeous hotel with beautiful views and clean rooms! "

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Colombo-Hotels-Granbell-Hotel-Colombo.h76370717.Hotel-Information)

![KYNROCK Airport Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88680000/88673700/88673636/69e7cd42_y.jpg)

### KYNROCK Airport Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Everything"

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Seeduwa-Katunayake-Hotels-GOOD-WOOD-AIRPORT-HOTEL.h88673636.Hotel-Information)

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