Anuradhapura

Travel Guide

A large brick dome structure with a smaller brick building on top, set against a partly cloudy sky.
A large white dome with a golden spire, surrounded by a low wall with colorful stripes.
A large, white stupa with a golden spire, surrounded by stone steps and a cloudy sky.
A large, domed structure with a conical roof, surrounded by a fence and a small pond reflecting the building.
Two Buddha statues in meditation poses, one yellow and one orange, with a spiral design in the background and purple flowers in the foreground.

Where to stay in Anuradhapura

Find the best Anuradhapura areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A rustic outdoor market stall with a corrugated metal roof, a wooden bench, and a woman standing behind a counter.
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Wijayapura

While Wijayapura might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Nuwara Wewa and Mirisawetiya Stupa.

Rajarata Hotel

Rajarata Hotel

3.5 out of 5
77 Rowing Club Road Anuradhapura
The price is AED 215 per night from Oct 15 to Oct 16
AED 215
AED 282 total
15 Oct - 16 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Anuradhapura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Nuwara Wewa and Jetawanaramaya ...
8/10 Very Good! (123 reviews)
"* The place was very clean, beautiful , and the staff were very helpful. * The swimming pool was really good. * The Western food was very good, but the Sri Lankan food was below standard and needs improvement. * They served dried string hoppers with nowhere near enough curry gravy. * The lunu miris ..."

Reviewed on 12 October 2026

Rajarata Hotel
The Lake Forest Hotel

The Lake Forest Hotel

3 out of 5
103, Tissa Wewa Lane, Pothanegama Anuradhapura NC
The price is AED 598 per night from Nov 2 to Nov 3
AED 598
AED 706 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Anuradhapura. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Isurumuniya Vihara and Mirisawetiya Stupa are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (69 reviews)
"Very helpful staff, excellent location."

Reviewed on 3 July 2026

The Lake Forest Hotel
The Ivy Lake

The Ivy Lake

3 out of 5
115 Dharmapala Mawatha Anuradhapura
The price is AED 77 per night from Oct 15 to Oct 16
AED 77
AED 92 total
15 Oct - 16 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Anuradhapura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Nuwara Wewa and Jetawanaramaya Museum are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (35 reviews)
"My second time staying at the property. Nice, clean place to stay. Dinner and breakfast were great."

Reviewed on 10 October 2026

The Ivy Lake
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Breedon Residence Hotel - Anuradhapura

Breedon Residence Hotel - Anuradhapura

3 out of 5
388/17 Wewa Rd Anuradhapura NC
Book a stay at this business-friendly villa in Anuradhapura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Nuwara Wewa and Jetawanaramaya ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
"This is a lovely modern property. Accommodation is spacious and attractive, and there is a restaurant on site. It is in a suburban location, but not far from local services and attractions by tuk tuk. It's a greast choice for visitors to Anuradhapura. There is a swimming pool on site which is very ..."

Reviewed on 22 September 2026

Breedon Residence Hotel - Anuradhapura
Villa Tambaka Retreat

Villa Tambaka Retreat

3.5 out of 5
Saliya Mawatha Anuradhapura North Central
Book a stay at this family-friendly villa in Anuradhapura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Kuttam Pokuna and Samadhi ...
6.8/10 (3 reviews)
"Very friendly staff, but there was no hot water and rooms missing some of the supplied amenities, and rooms quiet noisy with sounds from other rooms."

Reviewed on 15 February 2026

Villa Tambaka Retreat
Centri Villa

Centri Villa

3.5 out of 5
1st Lane, Dharmapala Mawatha Anuradhapura NC
Book a stay at this business-friendly villa in Anuradhapura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Jetawanaramaya Museum ...
Centri Villa
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Stay near popular Anuradhapura attractions

Ruwanwelisaya

9.4/10 (25 reviews)
You can find out about the history of Anuradhapura with a trip to Ruwanwelisaya. You can seek out the biking trails while in the area.
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