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Surrounded by lush greeneries, Hotel Alakamanda is located in the ancient capital of Anuradhapura, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its well-preserved ruins of the Sri Lankan civilization. Free Wi-Fi is available. The hotel is a convenient 1.2 mi from Anuradhapura Airport. Sri Maha Bodhiya is 3.1 mi, while the famous stupa, Ruwanwelisaya is located 3.7 mi away. Featuring a terrace with views of the garden, air-conditioned rooms are fitted with a TV, a telephone and a seating area. Private bathrooms come with hot and cold shower facilities. Alakamanda Hotel provides free private parking on site for convenience. Guests can visit the cultural and historical sites nearby; alternatively, Wilpattu Safari Tour and mountain bike rides can also be arranged. The in-house restaurant serves mainly Sri Lankan dishes throughout the day. Room service is available.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.4)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Asian, American, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Free private parking available at the hotel


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Availability

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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.7
Facilities
8.0
Cleanliness
8.1
Comfort
8.1
Value for money
7.9
Location
8.4
Free WiFi
8.8
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Jayawardena
    Canada Canada
    The stay at Hotel Alakamanda was excellent. The front staff was very helpful and pleasant. The room was very clean and specious. The bathroom itself was very spacious as well. The breakfast was very tasty with a lots of variety. Dining room staff...
  • Ranil
    Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
    Foods,room cleaning, amenities, swimming pool,bar,
  • Varuna
    Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
    Friendly staff, Rooms are nice and clean. Buffet has decent collecttion and delicious. Highly recommended.

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      American • Local
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Amenities of Hotel Alakamanda
Great facilities! Review score, 8

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Room service
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Dryer
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Live music/Performance
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
    Off-site
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • Baby safety gates
  • Child safety socket covers
Cleaning Services
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Business center
Safety & security
  • Key access
  • Safe
General
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Electric blankets
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Executive lounge access
  • Wake-up service
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Soundproof
  • Private entrance
  • Car rental
  • Packed lunches
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • Pool/Beach towels
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

Hotel Alakamanda takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 7 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 6 years
Crib upon request
Free
7+ years
Extra bed upon request
$10 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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FAQs about Hotel Alakamanda

  • Hotel Alakamanda is 1.9 miles from the center of Anuradhapura. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at Hotel Alakamanda can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.5).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
    • Asian
    • American
    • Buffet
    • À la carte
    • Breakfast to go

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Hotel Alakamanda offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Walking tours
    • Happy hour
    • Live music/Performance
    • Bike tours
    • Swimming pool
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Bicycle rental

  • Check-in at Hotel Alakamanda is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Hotel Alakamanda has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1

  • The prices at Hotel Alakamanda may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Yes, Hotel Alakamanda is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Room options at Hotel Alakamanda include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Double
    • Family