About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Lake Cabin in Polonnaruwa offers a guest house with free WiFi, air-conditioning, and private bathrooms. Each room features a balcony with lake views, a dining area, and a work desk. Convenient Facilities: Guests enjoy a 24-hour front desk, daily housekeeping service, bicycle parking, and free on-site private parking. Additional services include room service, bike and car hire, and breakfast in the room with local specialties, warm dishes, pancakes, and fruits. Prime Location: Located 32 mi from Sigiriya Airport, Lake Cabin is near Gal Viharaya (1.6 mi), Polonnaruwa Vatadage (1.8 mi), and Nelum Pokuna Lotus Pond (2.1 mi). Guests appreciate the scenic lakes and picturesque views.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Asian

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Stefan
Bulgaria Bulgaria
Very unique stay, close to nature, very kind host and great activities to choose from! The cabin is clean and comfortable, parking spot is useful and very close to the ancient city of Polonnaruwa. The breakfast was delicious and we absolutely...
Deborah
United Kingdom United Kingdom
I loved the location over looking the lake watching the sun rise and set - birdie was amazing. The option to use their bicycle to different places was a real bonus.
Wendy
United States United States
This is maybe my favorite place I stayed in two weeks in Sri Lanka. There is an absolutely glorious covered balcony/sitting area right on the lake, which you honestly could spend an entire day on, watching the buffalo migrate, the birds and...
Sergey
Russia Russia
A small romantic hotel on the lake with very friendly and helpful host. Picturesque view from the terrace. Good Srilankan breakfasts. Nice choice for a short visit to Polonnaruwa
Becky
United States United States
The lakeside location was lovely and quiet. Host was welcoming. Food was good.
Julia
Poland Poland
Super nice host Awesome view Comfy beds Clean room
David
United States United States
Great location. Really nice host. He really helped us plan our entire trip. Arranged for all the rides we needed, safari, great dinner recommendations. We really enjoyed our visit. Stayed two nights.
Jerry10
United Kingdom United Kingdom
This is a lovely cabin by the lake. Very peaceful and quiet with a beautiful view. Host was lovely and helpful. The food was very good quality too. There is also a kettle to make tea.We loved it there
Susan
Germany Germany
Beautiful place, very quiet, lovely view of the lake. Incredible value, the host bent over backwards to make the stay truly memorable and very informative.Such a nice guy.Room was lovely and extremely well equipped, electric kettle, cups,tea and...
Raphael
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Fantastic view from the room, great if you are into bird watching. I had a stork-billed kingfisher from the balcony! The host was very nice and accommodating, renting bicycles to us to visit the nearby ancient city of Polonnaruwa - and the food...

Hosted by Sanka

9.8
Host Review Score
Sanka
Hotel lake cabin is picturesquely situated in a natural environment from the hustle and bustle of city life facing Parakarama samudrya built by king Parakramabahu the great 1000 years ago. The cabins of the hotel have been built overlooking the Parakarama samudrya and we provide guests with great facilities. As our hotel is close to Polonnaruwa main city, Polonnaruwa sacred city, the museum and other ruins, it is convenient for anyone to explore the area. Hotel Lake Cabin Closed 200m for Colombo - Batticaloa main road. Using this way can be visit Kandy, Sigiriya, Dambulla, Anuradhapura, Batticaloa (Pasikuda Beach) Polonnaruwa main bus stand, main railway station Further bird watchers and those who love wild elephants, wild animals should include this place on their must -do-list.
I am Sanka. I am an Area Guide Lecturer. I like to travel as well as trekking mountains.
Lake Cabin is close to Polonnaruwa main city, Polonnaruwa sacred city, the museum and other ruins, it is convenient for anyone to explore the area
Language spoken: English

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Amenities of Lake Cabin

Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service

House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Check-out
From 4:00 AM to 11:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

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