Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Car hire
Massage services
Darts
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great service
Delicious food
Beautiful location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Concerns over value for additional costs

Categories

Cleanliness
8.51
Some reviews mentioned old facilities and cleanliness issues such as ants in the room.
Service
9.98
Multiple reviews praised Milan's helpfulness and friendliness.
Location
9.52
The location was frequently highlighted as great, being near the lake and away from noise.
Room Quality
9.47
Rooms described as comfortable and well-maintained.
Amenities
9
Amenities were generally good but noted as not luxurious.
Value for Money
8.46
Concerns about additional charges impacting overall value.
Food and Beverage
10
Consistently positive remarks on the food quality and local cuisine offered.
Overall Experience
9.48
Guests expressed a high level of satisfaction with their stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-22 10:27

Property Description

Convenient Location
Nestled in Anuradhapura, Lake Wave Hotel is just a stone's throw away from Kumbichchan Kulama Tank and other popular attractions.

Delicious Dining Options
Indulge in a variety of culinary delights with American, Asian, and vegetarian breakfast choices, or savor flavorful local cuisine at the on-site restaurant.

Recreational Activities
Stay entertained with darts, fishing, and cycling opportunities, ensuring a fun-filled stay for all guests.

Ready to experience the charm of Lake Wave Hotel? Book your stay now and create unforgettable memories!

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 15 years old stay for US$8 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 15 years old stay for US$6 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    People 16 years old and over stay for US$9 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.3
Based on 83 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.51
Service: 9.98
Location: 9.52
Room Quality: 9.47
Amenities: 9
Value for Money: 8.46
Food and Beverage: 10
Overall Experience: 9.48
S
Sandra couple at
10
Highly recommend if you come to Anuradhapura.
Pros:

The host was super helpful and did organise all our tours for us. Breakfast and dinner was exceptional, best food I had in Sri Lanka so far.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-07 via Nuitee
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Richard solo_traveller us
10
I would definitely stay here again
Pros:

Milan is an excellent host. Both the breakfasts and dinners were excellent. The location on the lake is a beautiful setting.

2026-03-06 via Nuitee
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Timothy couple gb
10
Pros:

Very helpful and attentive staff who arranged all our trips with excellent drivers and guides at a good price. Great location by lake with good cafes and restaurants nearby. Comfortable room which was great value.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-05 via Nuitee
K
Kushlan couple nz
9
We had a nice comfortable stay at the Lake wave hotel.
Pros:

Lovely home made Sri Lankan Breakfast. Including tropical fruits and Sri Lankan polpani pancakes and halapa. Milan was very helpful.

2026-03-02 via Nuitee
M
Madeleine couple nl
10
Super gastvrije, rustige en goede plek om Anuradhapura te bezoeken
Pros:

We hadden dit hotel geboekt omdat in de reviews werd gezegd dat Milan zo’n goede gastheer is en bij binnenkomst meteen voorstellen heeft over hoe deze mooie stad aan te vallen. En dat was ook zo. We hebben ons twee dagen erg verwend gevoeld. Milan regelde de eerste dag een tuktuk naar Mihintale, de tweede dag een uitstekende gids/chauffeur voor een tocht langs alle bezienswaardigheden van Anuradhapura. Dit alles voor een redelijke prijs, die we rechtstreeks aan de gids/chauffeur zelf betaalden.
Het eten was fantastisch. De moeder van Milan kookt en hij vond het leuk om te proberen ons iets voor te schotelen wat we in de dik drie weken daarvoor niet hadden gehad. Dat lukte. Ondanks dat we in Sri lanka overal heerlijk gegeten hebben kregen we gisterenavond de lekkerste maaltijd tot nu toe. De kamer is ook mooi, de tuin fijn. Kortom, we kunnen dit hotel aan iedereen aanbevelen!

Cons:

Niets, alles was fijn.

2026-03-02 via Nuitee
D
DIDIER couple fr
9
Pros:

Très bon emplacement, face au lac. Très bon petit déjeuner et dîner. Personnel très sympathique.

Cons:

Rien.

2026-03-01 via Nuitee
V
Virginie couple fr
9
Merci pour tout, nous reviendrons avec plaisir ou recommanderons cet endroit sans hésiter !
Pros:

Super accueil, Milan a toujours été de bon conseil pour l’organisation de notre séjour, mention spéciale pour les repas et les petits-déjeuners traditionnels préparés par sa maman qui sont divins ☺️

Cons:

Rien

2026-03-01 via Nuitee
M
Marianne couple nl
7
Enorme gunfactor voor dit hotel
Pros:

Superaardige gastheer die inzet op de beleving. Dat doet Milan heel goed. Hij wil en kan alles voor je regelen. Er moeten nog stap voor stap verbeteringen worden aangepakt. Hij wil het vooral heel kleinschalig houden, na een financieel moeilijke periode. Hij heeft voor ons een fietstocht en een tuktuk tocht van de bezienswaardigheden geregeld.

Cons:

Een beetje achterstallig onderhoud, maar daar is hij mee bezig. Onze douche op de kamer moest echt aangepakt worden. Op de kamer naast ons was dat al gebeurd.

2026-02-25 via Nuitee
Y
Yves couple ch
10
2026-02-24 via Nuitee
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Petrus Gerardus Hendrkus couple nl
10
Heerlijk, ontzorgd en relexed.
Pros:

Alles klopte maar vooral gastheer Milan was fantastisch 👏😊

Cons:

Dat we weer “moesten” vertrekken.

2026-02-24 via Nuitee
J
Juliet extended_group es
10
Manager goes above and beyond to make your stay an unforgettable experience
Pros:

This hotel truly exceeded our expectations. The manager goes above and beyond for guests, always taking the time to explain trips, local attractions, and the surrounding area. It’s clear he genuinely cares about helping people, which builds real trust and makes your stay feel personal and welcoming.
Our safari experience was absolutely incredible. The Jeep driver was brilliant — going out of his way to ensure we saw as many animals as possible. Thanks to his dedication, we saw leopards, crocodiles, bears, birds, and many more.
The driver who transported us to the safari was the safest we experienced in Sri Lanka. We felt so comfortable and secure that we chose to use him again for our return journey.
When we arrived, the tour was very informative, and the guide shared a lot of valuable knowledge. One of the highlights was visiting the temple in the evening, where we witnessed a beautiful local religious ceremony and offerings made to the Buddha — a truly memorable cultural experience.
The hotel itself is lovely, with a peaceful setting overlooking a lake, making it a relaxing place to unwind after a day of adventure.
Most of all, we left feeling like we had made genuine friends, not just stayed at a hotel.
Highly recommended for both the exceptional service and the unforgettable experiences.

2026-02-22 via Nuitee
K
Kris couple be
7
Zeer behulpzame gastheer. Leuke locatie aan vijver. Helaas groezelige kamer
Pros:

Zeer behulpzame gastheer die alle nuttige informatie gaf Ligging aan de vijver was leuke locatie Tuin en eetruimte waren mooi en goed onderhouden

Cons:

De kamer was groezelig en aan opknapbeurt toe. De badkamer was reeds geronoveerd. We hebben zelfs schone lakens moeten vragen. We vermoeden dat we een verouderde kamer gekregen hebben want da andere kamers zagen er beter uit

2026-02-14 via Nuitee
R
Rosmarie couple ch
10
outstandig and exeptional
Pros:

Milan and his family did their utmost to make a pleasurable stay turn into an unforgettable experience. we were provided with lots of valuable information regarding attractions in the area.

when required, we were given the service of a knowledgable guide (who never detoured to “an interesting shop”) or were provided enough information to successfully do our own thing.

But the outstanding feature of the Lake Wave are the meals. after sampling the first dinner we immediately decided to have all our meals at the hotel. in a country famous for the quality of its cooking, Milan‘s mother topped them all. be it breakfast or dinner, we always chose Sri Lankan cuisine and in our four week stay in Sri Lanka we had it never better than during the four days we sampled the food at the Lake Wave. a truly exeptionable experience. it‘s a must!

2026-02-14 via Nuitee
K
Kattreen solo_traveller ph
8
Pros:

Milan is a great help for all the activities that I want to do.

2026-02-13 via Nuitee
G
Giancarlo couple it
7
Pros:

Una bella posizione sul lago, accoglienza super gentile e disponibile.

Cons:

A giudicare dalle recensioni piene di entusiasmo, ci aspettavamo una struttura a gestione familiare ma un po' più curata. La pulizia della nostra camera lasciava molto a desiderare, il profumo messo sulle lenzuola dava la sensazione che non fossero pulite, così come il bagno.

2026-02-12 via Nuitee
N
Nicole couple nl
9
Heel fijn verblijf!
Pros:

Milan is super vriendelijk, helpt je overal bij en zorgt er voor dat je het zo comfortabel mogelijk hebt. Locatie is top aan het meer. Mooie tuin waar je ook kan relaxen in de hangmat of lekker kan zitten.

Cons:

Niet zoveel. Kamer/badkamer basic maar dat was geen probleem.

2026-02-12 via Nuitee
C
Claire couple be
10
Pros:

Nous avons apprécié les services proposés et la gentillesse du personnel, notamment pour préparer les bons petits plats

2026-02-12 via Nuitee
J
Julia couple nl
9
2025-09-18 via Nuitee
Z
Zoey couple nl
10
2025-09-10 via Nuitee
L
Lourdes couple es
10
Inmersión en el país
Pros:

El trato del personal. Nos ayudaron en todo (safari, consejos de visitas, tuk-tuk...) con excelente organización. Cena y desayunos excelentes, comida local, y además con explicaciones de cada plato y de los ingredientes. La situación muy adecuada, lejos del bullicio y cerca del lago.
Gracias, Milan!

Cons:

Nada

2025-09-10 via Nuitee