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About the Hotel

Pothgul Pedesa New Town, Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka
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Close to the Statue of King Parakramabahu I
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Situated about a 10-minute drive from the Archaeological Museum and 2.8 km from the Royal Palace of King Maha Parakramabahu, the 4-star The Lake Hotel Polonnaruwa features an archaeological museum. Boasting a location in proximity to the Statue of King Parakramabahu I, this Polonnaruwa hotel offers 40 rooms and a lounge bar onsite.

Location

The centre of Polonnaruwa can be reached within a 5-minute walk. The Lankathilaka Image House is 3.3 km from the Lake Polonnaruwa, and Sigiriya Air Force Base airport is 60 km away.

Located approximately a 15-minute ride from the hotel, the ancient Sinhalese rock reclining Buddha in Polonnaruwa Temple is open for visiting by worshippers and tourists.

Polonnaruwa bus stop is situated in the vicinity of the accommodation.

Eat & Drink

Guests will enjoy Asian dishes at Derana Restaurant, which is just 1.9 km from The Lake Hotel.

Leisure & Business

Other facilities include a swimming pool. Guests can also sigh up for bicycle tours arranged by this Polonnaruwa hotel.

Must-do experiences

  • Visit the ancient ruins of Polonnaruwa for history and beauty.
  • Try the delicious 'kottu roti' at a local eatery for a unique taste.
  • Explore the stunning Gal Vihara rock temple, a true masterpiece.
  • Stroll through the Polonnaruwa Archaeological Museum for insights.
  • Don't miss the vibrant Polonnaruwa market for local produce.
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Facilities

The Lake Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • Smoking allowed in designated areas
  • Wi-Fi
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Luggage storage
  • Currency exchange

Services

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

  • Children's pool

Spa & Leisure

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Garden area
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The Lake Hotel Location

Pothgul Pedesa New Town, Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka
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Pothgul Pedesa New Town, Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka
Nearby
Mary Immaculate Church
1100 ft
Restaurants
Hotel Mahanuge Restaurant
1.2 mi
25th Mile Post Bendiwewa
Chilli's Lathpadura
1.2 mi
Batticalo Road Number 126
Getting around
City Centre
Polonnaruwa4 min  ·  1000 ft
Airports
Sigiriya Air Force Base (GIU)90 min  ·  36.9 mi
Batticaloa (BTC)149 min  ·  61.7 mi
Train
Polonnaruwa Railway Station5 min  ·  1.9 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-23:59
Check-out
until 12 pm
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
40
Former name
Seruwa

Reviews and Ratings

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Review score
Based on 781 verified reviews
6.9/10
Nice
62%
Recommend
Guest reviews
based on 578 reviews
7.4/10
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