The Heritage Hotel, lakeside, is a perfect retreat for families and couples. Enjoy cocktails at the poolside bar or meals at Manel restaurant with garden views. The property features two outdoor pools, peaceful gardens, and free WiFi throughout.
Located in Anuradhapura, Heritage Hotel is in the historical district and on a lake. Isurumuniya Vihara and Brazen Palace are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Basawakkulama and Nachchadoowa. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Anuradhapura travel guide
Galwala Road, Pothanegama, Anuradhapura, 50000
What's nearby
Ruwanwelisaya
7 min drive - 4.8 km
Isurumuniya Vihara
5 min drive - 2.9 km
Anuradhapura Archaeological Museum
6 min drive - 4.4 km
Sri Maha Bodhi
6 min drive - 4.4 km
Thuparamaya
7 min drive - 5.1 km
Restaurants
Seedevi Family Restaurant
4 min drive
Palhena Village Restaurant
7 min drive
Sorriso Restaurant
6 min drive
Arachchi Restaurant
5 min drive
Walkers
7 min drive
About this property
Heritage Hotel
Family-friendly hotel by the lake
Take advantage of a poolside bar, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe at Heritage Hotel. Take some time to relax at the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant, Manel, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and garden views. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and a playground.
Other perks at this hotel include:
2 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with sun loungers
Free self parking
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), free train station pick-up, and bike rentals
Express check-in, concierge services, and 1 meeting room
Room features
All guestrooms at Heritage Hotel boast comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches like first-run movies and air conditioning.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with showers and bidets
21-inch TVs with premium channels and first-run movies
Balconies, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping
24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Free train station pick-up shuttle
Free self parking on site
Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
Food and drink
Daily buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: USD 8 for adults and USD 8 for children
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A poolside bar
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Snack bar/deli
Restaurants on site
Manel
Things to do
2 outdoor pools
Arcade/game room
Bicycle rentals
Billiards/pool table
Children's pool
Full-service spa
Playground
TV in common areas
Family friendly
2 outdoor pools
Arcade/game room
Children's pool
Laundry facilities
Playground
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
Free newspapers in lobby
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Tour and ticket assistance
Wedding services
Business services
Computer station
Meeting room
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Garden
On a lake
Pool loungers
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator (30 inch wide door)
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
More
1 building
3 floors
Banquet hall
Built in 2011
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Slippers
Towels provided
Entertainment
21-inch TV with premium cable channels
First-run movies
Food and drink
24-hour room service
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Minibar
More
Air conditioning
Desk
Iron/ironing board on request
Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 3 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 11 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 50.91
New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: USD 50.91 (from 6 to 12 years old)
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 8 for adults and USD 8 for children
Airport shuttle fee: USD 95 per room
Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 95
Housekeeping is available for an additional fee
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Property is also known as
Heritage Anuradhapura
Heritage Hotel Anuradhapura
Heritage Hotel Hotel
Heritage Hotel Anuradhapura
Heritage Hotel Hotel Anuradhapura
Frequently asked questions
Does Heritage Hotel have a pool?
Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Heritage Hotel?
As of 2026/3/20, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Heritage Hotel on 2026/3/22 start from NT$3,245, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Heritage Hotel pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Heritage Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 3 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Heritage Hotel?
Check-out is at noon.
Does Heritage Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 95 per room applies.
Where is Heritage Hotel located?
This family-friendly Anuradhapura hotel is located in the historical district, within 3 mi (5 km) of Isurumuniya Vihara, Mirisawetiya Stupa and Anuradhapura Archaeological Museum. Sri Maha Bodhi and Basawakkulama are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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Reviews
Heritage Hotel Reviews
7.2
Good
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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.
Stayed for 2 nights. Food was great for a 3 star place. The staff was very friendly and helpful. It's an old hotel but great location. The walk around the lake is beautiful.
Milo
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Sunil
2024/9/26
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great staff and good service. Property not well maintained
The Heritage is in a fantastic location, right on the lake and only a short Tuk-Tuk ride from the historic sites. We were greeted with friendly staff who were helpful. However we felt the place was a little run down and not very clean.
Ellis
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Pete
2024/8/15
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It looked like Heritage Hotel had seen better days. The staff were good and helpful. The first night the electronic door lock would make the kind of noise it made when in opening mode. Staff fixed it by disabling the lock to be purely mechanical.
Pete
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Kaushalya
2025/7/1
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 TP roll to start. Horrible room. We were unable to figure out how to operate the TV. Two remotes should come with an instruction manual. It’s an ok place to stay. For the price, not worth it.
Kaushalya
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Melissa
2023/3/24
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Good base to explore the city.
This is quite a large hotel, but not many guests were staying when we were there. The rooms were well loved but clean. The service was great and the staff were happy enough to open up the pool bar and sports bar for us to have a pre dinner drink. The staff even organised for us to hire bikes, so we could ride around the lake and visit the temples.
The pool was great for a cool down at the end of the day.
There is not much in the way of restaurants around the hotel, but the food in the hotel is delicious and affordable.
The staff is great. They are accommodating and attentive. We had no problems with the staff at all.
However, this hotel is old and has not been updated or even maintained properly. The carpeted rooms smell so bad. We had them move us from our initial room because of the carpet smell to another that was only slightly better.
The carpets are old and pulling up at the corners
The bathrooms dont seem to be cleaned thoroughly between guests. The shower glass is cloudy with hard water stains. The sink and surround was also dirty with water spots. The paint is stained and the walls look dirty. The toilet had a ring of filth at the water line. The mattress was so hard and uncomfortable
The dining area had peeling wallpaper and old paint.
The food is below average at best. Each meal was disappointing. No taste and bland.
We left early because we had enough, we booked for 3 days and stayed only for 2 days. We booked another hotel and completed our vacation.
Overall I would NOT recommend this hotel to anyone, until issues above are fixed. We also met senior management who described why the hotel in such condition, seems excuses to us, but if you are opening for business then the property should be in a good condition.
Le 2ème jour la chambre n'était pas nettoyée du tout! Vieux bouts de tapis dans le couloir! Staff géntil,le petit-déjeuner très banal,le dînner très correct.
Bien situé,grande chambre,mais besoin de rafréchissement en géneral.
The Swimming Pool was not in operation (I booked this hotel mainly because of the Swimming Pool).
The Minibar was not working (when complaining, they came and told it was working even though it was not getting cold).
It was a wet bathroom as the water splashes out of the shower cubicle.
Even though I checked-in at 9pm I was asked to leave at noon or pay Rs.2,500 for every hour I stay.
Location by the lake. The rooms were spacious and very clean. The bathroom was clean but there was a small water leak. I only stayed for one night and did not bother asking them to fix it. Did let them know there was a leak when leaving and they were very sorry about it and asked why i did not let them know earlier.
Felt this hotel has great potential as the grounds are beautiful and the lobby is as well. The pool was great although it had a poolside bar but no one attending it. The room was spacious but very worn as well as the towels and bedding. It was clean enough. The bathroom had a very strong odor - not sure if it was an air freshener but it was very overwhelming. The food was average. The service was friendly. But was just disappointed for the missing upkeep of this hotel
Verified traveler
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
Verified
8/10 Good
Alberto
2019/1/16
Liked: Staff & service
A mejorar ciertas cosas pues es muy viejo el hotel y las fotos engañan. No es un 4estrellas. La piscina lo mejor. La comida aceptable.
Alberto
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Verified
4/10 Poor
Verified traveler
2019/1/14
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Breakfast was bad. Room was ordinary. Staff did not details about the town
The property is rundown and needs an upgrade.The front desk staff were helpful.The food was good.
Verified traveler
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Verified
6/10 Okay
Goncalo
2018/12/24
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Grande potencial, melhorias necessárias
Grande infraestrutura com pessoal simpático.
Poderia ser um óptimo hotel mas necessita de mais manutenção no geral e um pouco mais de limpeza (está q.b.).
Vale que o serviço e simpatia superam as necessidades.
Great service from the minute we stepped in. We were a little late for lunch but the staff accommodated us anyways. If you’re visiting Anuradhapura this is a great place to stay.
Isuru
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Verified
6/10 Okay
Vincent
2018/11/1
Liked: Staff & service
Séjour très moyen
Hôtel vieillissant, literie de très mauvaise qualité, baie vitrée n'était pas hermétique aux moustiques, douche mal entretenue. Belle piscine.