Photo by Koray Koymen

Find Historic Hotels in Anuradhapura

    calendar shield illustration

    Change your mind

    Book hotels with free cancellation
    deals illustration

    Treat yourself

    Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
    Sign in
    bed illustration

    Be picky

    Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check availability on Anuradhapura Historic Hotels

Tonight
24 Jul - 25 Jul
Tomorrow
25 Jul - 26 Jul
This weekend
25 Jul - 27 Jul
Next weekend
1 Aug - 3 Aug

Top Anuradhapura Historic Hotels

The Lakeside Hotel at Nuwarawewa
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

The Lakeside Hotel at Nuwarawewa

3.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (40)
"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."
The Lakeside Hotel at Nuwarawewa
Nilketha Villa Eco Hotel
Outdoor pool

Nilketha Villa Eco Hotel

3.0 star property
6.2 out of 10, (31)
"A notre arrivée, l'hôtelier nous a dit qu'il n'y avait pas de réservation à notre nom, qu'il venait de racheter cet hôtel et que pour pouvoir y dormir, il fallait annuler notre réservation auprès d'hotel.com (ce qui était impossible sans perdre les 60 € déjà payés car il nous demandait une annulation pour le jour même) et qu'ensuite, il fallait le payer en espèces le prix de la chambre (environ 45 €). Sans moyen de contacter Hotel.com car 4h du matin en France, nous avons préféré quitter cet...
Nilketha Villa Eco Hotel
Heritage Hotel
2 outdoor pools, sun loungers

Heritage Hotel

3.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (66)
"Staff were Friendly and nice. Outside the property is nice. Food is good. We got a room in ground floor overlooking a neighbor house. Fence only had few trees and some sort of a roofing material (takaran sheets). People are constantly walking by the room and looking inside. Because of it, we were unable to leave the blinds open. Hotel is run down, old age shows in room and bathroom. Bathroom fan was loud and my son was scared to go in . I had to ask for extra TP. I had 1/10 of a TP roll and 1/2...
The price is SAR 316
SAR 434 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Heritage Hotel
Cottage Tourist Rest
Interior

Cottage Tourist Rest

2.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (5)
"silent place.no meal. T V not working. other than that good place to stay for short period."
Cottage Tourist Rest
Hotel Alakamanda
Front of property

Hotel Alakamanda

3.5 star property
6.0 out of 10, (14)
"Disappointing Stay – Not as Advertised This hotel looked great in the Expedia photos, but upon arrival, it was a completely different story—false advertising at its finest. The property looked nothing like the pictures, and mosquitoes were a major issue throughout our stay. Right away, we encountered problems with the hot water in our room. After multiple calls to the front desk and waiting for maintenance, it took hours to fix, and even then, we only had lukewarm water. The entrance was...
Hotel Alakamanda
City Resort
Front of property

City Resort

3.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (23)
"Very nice chill out garden overlooking rice paddy. Extremely nice and helpful management. Very good breakfast and rice & curry buffet dinner. Easy bike ride (they rent bikes) to Museum to purchase ticket for cultural sites"
City Resort
Saubagya Inn Tourist Guesthouse
View from property

Saubagya Inn Tourist Guesthouse

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (24)
"Everything was excellent - many thanks"
Saubagya Inn Tourist Guesthouse
Thilaka City Hotel
Front of property

Thilaka City Hotel

3.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (33)
"Very friendly staff"
Thilaka City Hotel
Rajarata Hotel
Exterior

Rajarata Hotel

3.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (113)
"Good"
Rajarata Hotel
Villu Villa
Terrace/patio

Villu Villa

2.5 star property
6.8 out of 10, (8)
"Mmmm...on arrival we were made to feel very unwelcomed. We were not expected and then was criticised for booking through Expedia because the $ the host received was a much smaller % compared to other booking groups! (I then learnt that Hotels.com is owned by Expedia!!) We got an 'upgrade' which was not necessary. The rest of the o/n stay was pleasant."
Villu Villa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Top Anuradhapura Hotel Reviews

Thilaka City Hotel

Thilaka City Hotel

2/10 Terrible
"The main reason i score this hotel 1 star is because the hotel manager ripped me off on a tour.. he charged me 130 euro on the basis i was the only booking… he subsequently sold a couple later that day and charged them 80 euro each… of course i asked what they paid, so i was annoyed and told him… eventually he refunded approx 25 euro… not a good experience at all… One other small but interesting point.. one breakfast i didn’t get to choose from the menu.. i was served beef curry..without a choice, from the last nights dinner menu Don’t stay here!!!"
Michelle 4-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Thilaka City Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What should I expect on my historical trip to Anuradhapura?
The historical places in Anuradhapura are likely at the top of your travel itinerary. You can also explore all there is to see and do including the temples and monuments
How many historical hotels are located in Anuradhapura?
In Anuradhapura, you'll find 128 lodging options bookable on Expedia though you won't find many designated historic hotels.
What are the most important historical sites and other places to visit in Anuradhapura?
Anuradhapura is notable for landmarks like Ruwanwelisaya, Isurumuniya Vihara, and Jetavanaramaya. Cultural venues include Anuradhapura Folk Museum and Abhayagiri Museum. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Sri Maha Bodhi and Nuwara Wewa.
What is a historic hotel like in Anuradhapura?
Guests who book a historic hotel can sleep someplace that has an official historic designation. A castle, a palace or even a pub or an old police station can be considered a historic hotel as long as it's of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often found within the guestrooms or public spaces of historic hotels in Anuradhapura, giving a real sense of character.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
"Heritage hotel" is a term often used in Asia and Europe, while "historic hotel" is more common in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and actual building of a historic hotel tends to be the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, it's often the cultural value and how it shaped the community.
Do historic hotels in Anuradhapura have modern facilities?
Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you expect to find, but every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities, and the popular amenities found in most hotels will also be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Anuradhapura, you won't find yourself staying at a place that's uncomfortable or rundown.