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1. Uga Ulagalla - Anuradhapura

Uga Ulagalla - Anuradhapura
5.0 star property
Tirappane
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (38 reviews)
"Our stay at Uga Ulagalla could not have been more perfect. The accommodations, beautiful grounds and pool and staff were outstanding."
United States
Adam
The price is AU$427
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Uga Ulagalla - Anuradhapura

2. The Lake Forest Hotel

The Lake Forest Hotel
3.0 star property
Anuradhapura
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (70 reviews)
"Very helpful staff, excellent location."
Australia
Lakshman
The price is AU$281
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
The Lake Forest Hotel

3. Ceylon resort wilpattu

Ceylon resort wilpattu
3.0 star property
Wilpattu
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Amazing host, wonderful property, absolutely perfect place to stay for a wilpattu safari."
Australia
Sam
The price is AU$43
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Ceylon resort wilpattu

4. Heritage Hotel

Heritage Hotel
3.0 star property
Anuradhapura
7.2 out of 10, Good, (74 reviews)
"Great hotel safe and clean! Staff really took care of me as a single female guest! Highly recommended!"
United Kingdom
Dr Malika
The price is AU$192
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Heritage Hotel

5. Thimbiri Wewa Resort - Wilpattu

Thimbiri Wewa Resort - Wilpattu
3.0 star property
Pahala Maragahawewa
7.4 out of 10, Good, (6 reviews)
"Quality hotel with spacious and well appointed bedrooms and bathrooms. Lovely pool but it opened too late for us to be able to use it. We organised a day safari via the hotel, it’s a handy 15 minute drive to the park entrance. Good food in the restaurant, friendly and polite service from all the hotel team."
United Kingdom
Annick
The price is AU$235
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Thimbiri Wewa Resort - Wilpattu

6. The Ivy Lake

The Ivy Lake
3.0 star property
Anuradhapura
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (36 reviews)
"My second time staying at the property. Nice, clean place to stay. Dinner and breakfast were great."
United States
Lech
The price is AU$40
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
The Ivy Lake

7. Rajarata Hotel

Rajarata Hotel
3.5 star property
Anuradhapura
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (125 reviews)
"Good location by the lake. Nice pool. Walked to the adjacent lake. Hospitality was great. Good food and service. Enjoyed the stay"
United States
Jayantha
The price is AU$150
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Rajarata Hotel

8. Hotel Alakamanda

Hotel Alakamanda
3.5 star property
Anuradhapura
6.4 out of 10, (15 reviews)
"Great food,Very friendly staff, Specially Excellent customer care by Mr. Priyantha Jayathilaka. We highly recommend this place."
United States
Lokupilawattage
The price is AU$127
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Hotel Alakamanda

9. Lavendish Wild Wilpattu

Lavendish Wild Wilpattu
2.0 star property
Nochchiyagama
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Staff are really friendly and helpful. 10 out of 10 One of the best places to enjoy your holiday. If you're going to wilpatthu safari you can have your stay there before the day your safari."
United Kingdom
Sahan
The price is AU$56
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Lavendish Wild Wilpattu

10. Taru Villas Villu - Willpattu

Taru Villas Villu - Willpattu
3.5 star property
Eluwankulama
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Great place"
United Kingdom
Marco
The price is AU$646
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Taru Villas Villu - Willpattu

11. Monaara Leisure - Anuradhapura

Monaara Leisure - Anuradhapura
3.0 star property
Anuradhapura
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Wonderfull"
Italy
Borchi
The price is AU$126
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Monaara Leisure - Anuradhapura

12. Aryana Hotel

Aryana Hotel
3.5 star property
Anuradhapura
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"Great quiet hotel to relax after sightseeing."
Australia
Gareth
The price is AU$172
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Aryana Hotel

13. Wild Wadi wilpattu

Wild Wadi wilpattu
3.5 star property
Eluwankulama
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Excellent staff great food great safari "
United Kingdom
Nicola
The price is AU$233
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Wild Wadi wilpattu

14. Subaseth Villa

Subaseth Villa
3.0 star property
Nuwaragam Palatha Central
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Good hotel"
Canada
Abeysinghe
The price is AU$139
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Subaseth Villa

15. De Silva Palm Resort

De Silva Palm Resort
3.0 star property
Kalpitiya
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (10 reviews)
"Just came back from our 7 day stay at de Silva Palm Resort. It‘s a very nice resort with lots of open space and big palms trees. The rooms were clean and well kept. Our family suite even had a fridge and kettle. The pool is spacious, our kids loved it. Whenever we showed up we were handed fresh beach towels, Overall the service was great: Naveen the restaurant manager is there for you with tipps and advice (even in really good German), the barkeeper is very friendly and so is the kiting staff....
Germany
Barbara
The price is AU$110
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
De Silva Palm Resort

16. Kutumbaya

Kutumbaya
3.0 star property
Anuradhapura
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (37 reviews)
"Good and clean family room and friendly staff. Arranged a tuktuk tour for us to discover Anuradhapura. Kids enjoyed the swimming pool as well. We only stayed one night but was an excellent place for our stop in Anuradhapura."
Belgium
Tom
The price is AU$38
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Kutumbaya

17. Koddukalpitiya

Koddukalpitiya
3.5 star property
Kalpitiya
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"beautiful setting, very comfortable rooms, hugely attentive staff, excellent cuisine"
United Kingdom
Stephen
The price is AU$417
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Koddukalpitiya

18. Hotel Lakeside

Hotel Lakeside
3.0 star property
Anuradhapura
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (10 reviews)
"Nirosh is an excellent host. Very kind person who arranged us dinner after our king train journey from Colombo to Anuradhapura. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at Anuradhapura. Such a beautiful place near to big beautiful lake. "
United Kingdom
Sitara
Hotel Lakeside

19. KAY JAY WILD WILPATTU

KAY JAY WILD WILPATTU
3.0 star property
Eluwankulama
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2 reviews)
"The staff was amazing and made us feel so welcome during our two nights at Kay Jay wild. There is an entrance to wilpattu national park only 5 minutes drive away. The area where Kay jay wild is is just so beautiful"
United Kingdom
Funda
The price is AU$53
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
KAY JAY WILD WILPATTU

20. L.L.Tourist Inn & Safari jeeps

L.L.Tourist Inn & Safari jeeps
3.5 star property
Pahala Maragahawewa
5.0 out of 10, (2 reviews)
"How can such property be even shown on the website?"
United States
Philip
The price is AU$50
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
L.L.Tourist Inn & Safari jeeps
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best area to stay in Pahala Maragahawewa?

The best area to stay in Pahala Maragahawewa is around the main road, the A9, particularly close to the key junction leading towards the ancient city of Anuradhapura.


This central location offers easy access to the region's main attractions. You'll find a selection of guesthouses and a few larger hotels dotted along or just off the A9, providing convenient stopping points for travellers exploring the cultural triangle. The area is generally quiet, with local shops and eateries suiting daily needs.


For travellers keen on exploring the historical sites of Anuradhapura, staying near the A9 is ideal. It provides a straightforward drive to the ancient city, allowing for easy day trips to the Ruwanwelisaya stupa, the Sri Maha Bodhi tree, and other significant ruins. This makes it a practical base for those whose primary interest is cultural exploration.


Couples looking for a peaceful base from which to visit the ancient sites will find this area suitable. Many guesthouses offer a relaxed setting, often with gardens, providing a calm retreat after a day of sightseeing.

What are the best hotels in Pahala Maragahawewa that travellers recommend?

For a highly recommended hotel in Pahala Maragahawewa, consider Thimbiri Wewa Resort - Wilpattu.


The Thimbiri Wewa Resort - Wilpattu, with a 7.0 rating, is top by guests for its excellent breakfast and lovely rooms. Travellers also frequently mention the friendly reception staff. The resort offers an outdoor pool and air conditioning, with some rooms featuring lake views or partial lake views. Complimentary continental breakfast is also provided.

What are the best family hotels in Pahala Maragahawewa?

For family holidays in Pahala Maragahawewa, two excellent choices are Big Game - Wilpattu by Eco Team and Mahoora - Wilpattu by Eco Team.


The Big Game - Wilpattu by Eco Team, rated 8.6, is a great option for families, offering a complimentary crib for the little ones. For convenience, it provides a 24-hour airport shuttle and an area shuttle, alongside free self-parking. Guests will also appreciate the complimentary toiletries provided.


Another highly-rated option is the Mahoora - Wilpattu by Eco Team. This hotel also offers a complimentary crib, making it very suitable for families. It provides various parking options including free self-parking, accessible parking, secured self-parking, and covered self-parking for added convenience.

What hotels in Pahala Maragahawewa offer free breakfast?

In Pahala Maragahawewa, both the Mahoora - Wilpattu by Eco Team and the Thimbiri Wewa Resort - Wilpattu offer complimentary breakfast.


The Mahoora - Wilpattu by Eco Team provides free daily breakfast and convenient free parking options, including secured and covered self-parking.


Another excellent choice is the Thimbiri Wewa Resort - Wilpattu, which has a 7.0 rating. Guests frequently praise the excellent breakfast, the friendly reception staff, and the lovely rooms. This resort also offers free WiFi and complimentary toiletries.

What are the best budget hotels in Pahala Maragahawewa?

Two excellent budget hotels in Pahala Maragahawewa are the Thimbiri Wewa Resort - Wilpattu and Big Game - Wilpattu by Eco Team.


The Thimbiri Wewa Resort - Wilpattu, with a 7.0 rating, offers several appealing amenities including free WiFi and complimentary toiletries. Guests particularly enjoy the excellent free continental breakfast and the convenience of free self-parking. Reviewers often mention the friendly reception staff and the lovely rooms.


Another great option is the Big Game - Wilpattu by Eco Team, which has an impressive 8.6 rating. This hotel provides free toiletries, free self-parking, and a useful area shuttle. For those travelling by air, a 24-hour airport shuttle is also available.

What are the most romantic hotels in Pahala Maragahawewa for couples?

For a romantic stay in Pahala Maragahawewa, Mahoora - Wilpattu by Eco Team is an excellent choice for couples.


This property offers dedicated couples dining experiences, great for a romantic evening together. Guests will also appreciate the convenience of free, secured, and covered self-parking.

When is the best time to go to Pahala Maragahawewa?

The best time to visit Pahala Maragahawewa is during the dry season, which typically runs from May to September.


During these months, you'll experience consistently warm and sunny weather, making it ideal for outdoor activities and exploring the local area. The lower humidity also makes for a more comfortable stay. This period is particularly good for those planning to visit the nearby ancient cities and national parks, as animal sightings are more frequent near water sources.


For those looking for a quieter experience, the shoulder months of April and October can also be pleasant. While there might be occasional rain showers, they are usually short-lived and the landscape is lush and green.

Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?

You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if cancelled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in Pahala Maragahawewa.

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How much is the nightly rate for a hotel in Pahala Maragahawewa?

Prices for hotels in Pahala Maragahawewa often vary, but you can find a great deal from AU$16 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for our cheapest rates.