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Lake House Home Stay

Anuradhapura City Centre, Anuradhapura

Ideally set in the centre of Anuradhapura, Lake House Home Stay offers free WiFi, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive.

K
Kersti
From
Estonia
The food was absolutely amazing and plentiful - I was served traditional Sri Lankan breakfast with hoppers, string hoppers, curry, and fresh tropical fruits that exceeded all my expectations. The portions were generous, more than I could finish in one sitting. Fonseka isn't just a host but a very knowledgeable tour guide who went above and beyond to enhance my stay. He recommended hidden local gems not found in tourist guides, shared fascinating historical details about Anuradhapura's ancient sites, and arranged transportation that made exploring effortless. His insights about the Sacred Bo Tree and Ruwanwelisaya stupa added tremendous value to my visit. My room was spotlessly clean with comfortable bedding and effective air conditioning - essential after long days exploring in the Sri Lankan heat. The garden setting provided a peaceful atmosphere for relaxation. I felt safe and genuinely welcomed throughout my stay. The value for money was exceptional considering the personalized service and included breakfast. Without hesitation, I would strongly recommend everyone looking for an authentic experience to stay at Fonseka's place when visiting Anuradhapura. It truly made my Sri Lankan adventure memorable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 202 reviews
Price from
US$7.20
1 night, 2 adults

Emerald Home Stay

Anuradhapura City Centre, Anuradhapura

Conveniently set in the centre of Anuradhapura, Emerald Home Stay offers a balcony, air conditioning, free WiFi and flat-screen TV.

C
Clara
From
France
We had a wonderful stay here! The rooms are clean and very comfortable, and the accommodation is well located for visiting the sites of Anuradhapura. The hosts are incredibly generous and hospitable. They did everything to make us feel comfortable and helped us organize our visits. And above all, we had the best Sri Lankan breakfast of our entire trip!!! Thank you again for the little gifts when we left
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 112 reviews
Price from
US$49
1 night, 2 adults

Golden Ray villa

Anuradhapura City Centre, Anuradhapura

Attractively located in the centre of Anuradhapura, Golden Ray villa offers a terrace, air conditioning, free WiFi and flat-screen TV. With garden views, this accommodation offers a balcony.

A
Alastair
From
United Kingdom
An absolute haven close to the sacred city sites of Anuradhapura. Peaceful, set back about 75m from the road. Beautifully appointed rooms and a welcoming dining/reception area - exactly as shown in the photos on this site. What the photos do not reveal is the exceptional service and kindness of the owner and all of his staff. Nor do they convey the outstanding quality of the meals served. It is rare to find a welcoming home away from home as good as Golden Ray Villa and I cannot recommend it highly enough.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 243 reviews
Price from
US$29.70
1 night, 2 adults

Water Front Home Stay and Resort

Anuradhapura City Centre, Anuradhapura

Well set in Anuradhapura, Water Front Home Stay and Resort is a recently renovated homestay, which provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

J
Jānis
From
Latvia
super kind owner - cared about our stay, great breakfast and did a driving tour throughout the city 👍🏼
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 429 reviews
Price from
US$44.10
1 night, 2 adults

Sweet Home Tourist Rest, Cooking Classes & Tours

Anuradhapura

Featuring a balcony with garden views, a garden and a shared lounge, Sweet Home Tourist Rest, Cooking Classes & Tours can be found in Anuradhapura, close to Attikulama Tank and 2.5 km from Kada Panaha...

S
Shivani
From
Australia
Friendly hosts, cooking class extra but would highly recommend!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 194 reviews
Price from
US$19
1 night, 2 adults

Ceylonima Home Stay

Anuradhapura

Boasting garden views, Ceylonima Home Stay provides accommodation with patio, around 2.6 km from Attikulama Tank. There is an on-site restaurant and free private parking.

J
Jennifer
From
New Zealand
The hosts. As a solo traveler when things go s bit awry good help and support is so valuable. That is what I had at Ceylonima. The hosts spoke excellent English and made me feel like nothing was too much trouble. Even ended up driving me 4hours to Negombo. I didn't know it when I booked but the husband is also s licensed tour guide so you ask him anything and also if you arranged ahead of time pay some extra for tours. One more thing I appreciated was the option to have an evening meal on the balcony outside my room. So relaxing.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 771 reviews
Price from
US$40
1 night, 2 adults

Sunhill Lake Tourist Rest

Anuradhapura City Centre, Anuradhapura

Attractively situated right in the heart of Anuradhapura, Sunhill Lake Tourist Rest offers lake views and a garden. There is a private entrance at the guest house for the convenience of those who...

C
Coosemans
From
Belgium
Extremely friendly host, who will drop you off with his tuk tuk. Very friendly family, nice vibe in the hotel.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 625 reviews
Price from
US$15.50
1 night, 2 adults

Dulina Holiday Homes

Anuradhapura City Centre, Anuradhapura

Situated in Anuradhapura, within 1.5 km of Kada Panaha Tank and 2.6 km of Nature Park Anuradhapura, Dulina Holiday Homes features accommodation with a terrace as well as free private parking for...

H
Hirantha Jayasooriya
From
Sri Lanka
Superb place ❤️❤️❤️ Good service ❤️❤️❤️ Friendly staff❤️❤️❤️
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews
Price from
US$7
1 night, 2 adults

SuiteSpot Guest House

Anuradhapura

Offering a garden and garden view, SuiteSpot Guest House is situated in Anuradhapura, 2.5 km from Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi and 2.8 km from Nature Park Anuradhapura.

G
Gegange
From
Sri Lanka
This place owner very good person.this place like our house.because they are good services
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews
Price from
US$20
1 night, 2 adults

Luma Residence Anuradhapura

Anuradhapura City Centre, Anuradhapura

Situated 5.4 km from Kumbichchan Kulama Tank and 5.7 km from Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi in the centre of Anuradhapura, Luma Residence Anuradhapura features accommodation with free WiFi and free private...

C
Chamila
From
Sri Lanka
Excellent stay , Highly recommended. Beautiful staff with excellent hospitality.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
Price from
US$33
1 night, 2 adults
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Travellers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. This simple accommodation is in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 243 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 55 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 97 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 771 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 239 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 657 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 77 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 202 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 625 reviews

Enjoy breakfast in Anuradhapura and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 97 reviews

Ideally set in the centre of Anuradhapura, Vintage Rest Anuradhapura is a recently renovated guest house featuring express check-in and check-out and free private parking.

From US$13.92 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 77 reviews

Ideally situated in Anuradhapura, GB Royal Stay Anuradhapura features a tour desk and free private parking. It is situated 2 km from Kumbichchan Kulama Tank and offers a 24-hour front desk.

Nimal's Home

Anuradhapura
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 248 reviews

Situated conveniently in Anuradhapura, Nimal's Home offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$18 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 40 reviews

Set in Anuradhapura, 2.3 km from Kada Panaha Tank and 3.4 km from Nature Park Anuradhapura, Millenium Lodge - Anuradhapura offers a garden and air conditioning.

From US$45.98 per night

Situated in the centre of Anuradhapura within 1.8 km from Kumbichchan Kulama Tank and 2.3 km of Kada Panaha Tank, Ranmini Family Resort features accommodation with seating area and a kitchen.

From US$9.32 per night

Offering a garden and garden view, Bawana Luxury Bungalow is set in Anuradhapura, 6 km from Kumbichchan Kulama Tank and 6.3 km from Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi.

From US$14.52 per night

Montana Rest

Anuradhapura
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 242 reviews

Situated in the centre of Anuradhapura, Montana Rest has massage services, a garden, free WiFi, and free private parking for guests who drive.

From US$16 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 169 reviews

Ideally situated in the centre of Anuradhapura, Thilaka City Hotel features free WiFi, a rooftop pool and free private parking for guests who drive.

From US$35 per night

Save money on homestays in Anuradhapura and nearby – budget options available

Golden Residence

Anuradhapura
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 80 reviews

Attractively located in the centre of Anuradhapura, Golden Residence features free WiFi, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive.

From US$38 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

Conveniently set in Anuradhapura, Anuradhapura Villa by TEMCO Holiday Bungalows is a recently renovated guest house, which provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$84 per night

Kutumbaya

Anuradhapura
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 527 reviews

Conveniently located in Anuradhapura, Kutumbaya offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, free private parking and room service.

From US$36 per night

Villu Villa

Anuradhapura
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 211 reviews

Offering a garden and garden view, Villu Villa is located in Anuradhapura, 400 metres from Attikulama Tank and 2.1 km from Kada Panaha Tank.

From US$35 per night

Livin Lush

Anuradhapura
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 239 reviews

Set within 1 km of Nature Park Anuradhapura and 1.1 km of Anuradhapura Railway Station, Livin Lush features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Anuradhapura.

From US$33.88 per night

King Reach

Anuradhapura
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 30 reviews

Located within 3.2 km of Anuradhapura Railway Station and 4.3 km of Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi, King Reach offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Anuradhapura.

From US$44 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 460 reviews

Set within 3.1 km of Anuradhapura Railway Station and 4.2 km of Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi, Andorra Tourist Resort Anuradhapura offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Anuradhapura.

From US$28.80 per night

Ossa home stay

Anuradhapura
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Ossa home stay, a property with a garden and a terrace, is situated in Anuradhapura, 4.5 km from Anuradhapura Railway Station, 5.6 km from Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi, as well as 5.9 km from Kuttam Pokuna,...

From US$19.80 per night

Great access to the city centre. Check these homestays in Anuradhapura and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 64 reviews

Well located in the centre of Anuradhapura, Malwathu Oya Forest Garden provides free WiFi, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive.

From US$18.15 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Located 2.1 km from Kumbichchan Kulama Tank and 2.8 km from Kada Panaha Tank in the centre of Anuradhapura, Happy Haven Homestay provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$29.04 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Offering garden views, Madukanda Guest House Anuradhapura is an accommodation set in Anuradhapura, 5.1 km from Attikulama Tank and 5.5 km from Anuradhapura Railway Station.

From US$18.51 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 28 reviews

Set 3.3 km from the centre of Anuradhapura, 5.2 km from Kumbichchan Kulama Tank, Ciel Star Anuradhapura offers air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden.

From US$36.30 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

River up blue water hotel offers accommodation set 2.5 km from the centre of Anuradhapura and features a garden and a terrace.

From US$15.40 per night

Set 3 km from Nature Park Anuradhapura, 4 km from Anuradhapura Railway Station and 4.1 km from Attikulama Tank, Ranliya Resort Anuradhapura offers accommodation located in Anuradhapura.

From US$12.10 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 64 reviews

Set in Anuradhapura, 300 metres from Kumbichchan Kulama Tank and 3.3 km from the centre, Seven Rich Villa offers air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a garden.

From US$25 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

Located in Anuradhapura, 2.3 km from Kumbichchan Kulama Tank and 4.5 km from the centre, The Villa Kashyapa provides air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a garden.

From US$17 per night

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Avg. price/night: US$40
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 771 reviews
Ceylonima Home stay is a must! Mapa and Kanchi are the best hosts ever. Mapa is super helpful when planning trips or taxis (their brother is a great driver!). Kanchi has spoiled us with the best food in Sri Lanka. The room and bathroom were beautiful too! We highly recommend the homestay.
Guest review by
Katelijn
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$40
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 771 reviews
I had the most wonderful time at the Ceylonima Home Stay. It was my first accommodation in Sri Lanka and as a female solo traveler I felt very welcome and safe. I had dinner at the homestay the first evening which tasted great! The next day, Mapa gave me and my friends a tour through Mihintale. We really enjoyed learning about the Buddhist culture! Mapa and his wife make sure you have everything you need and the car ride to the train station is just perfect! Thank you for introducing me to your country😊
Guest review by
Marguerite
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 194 reviews
Great hosts, very helpful and caring. We had the best food and a great tour to Mihintale for sunset! There are some bicycles for rent at the homestay so you can visit the old city easily. Everything was great, we really enjoyed our stay.
Guest review by
Kim
Group
Avg. price/night: US$22
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 657 reviews
great host family, delicious and very fairly priced meals, good atmosphere, great location
Guest review by
Maria
People with friends