Monaara Leisure - Anuradhapura

Hotels
8.6 (678 reviews)
No 21/D , Arippuwa Road Tissa wewa , Anuradhapura , lk

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Beautiful surroundings
Cons:
No hot water
Outdated facilities

Categories

Cleanliness
7.93
Some issues reported regarding cleanliness and hygiene, including an absence of hot water.
Service
9.9
Staff showed exceptional care and support during difficult conditions.
Location
8.44
Some convenience issues for guests relying on transport, but overall scenic and pleasant.
Room Quality
7.39
Several reviews mentioned outdated facilities and small room sizes.
Amenities
8.92
Good amenities reported, including a lovely pool and garden area.
Value for Money
8.88
Overall positive sentiments on value relative to offerings.
Food and Beverage
8.43
Breakfast was generally acceptable but not highly rated, with some dishes praised.
Overall Experience
8.9
Despite some setbacks, the stay was enjoyable and memorable.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-22 11:12

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Experience comfort and style at Monaara Resort - Anuradhapura. Each room is equipped with modern amenities including air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, and a safety deposit box. Some units even feature a private balcony for stunning views.

Dining Options
Start your day with a delicious breakfast offering buffet, continental, and American choices. Indulge in mouthwatering American and Asian cuisine at our on-site restaurant. Vegetarian options are also available upon request.

Recreational Activities
Explore the surroundings with bike or car hire services available at the hotel. Enjoy popular activities like cycling in the area. After a day of adventure, relax by the outdoor swimming pool or take a leisurely stroll in the garden.

Ready to elevate your stay? Book now at Monaara Resort - Anuradhapura for a memorable experience.

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public 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 5 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 10 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 678 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.93
Service: 9.9
Location: 8.44
Room Quality: 7.39
Amenities: 8.92
Value for Money: 8.88
Food and Beverage: 8.43
Overall Experience: 8.9
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Dhaisne • solo_traveller • fr
8
2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Dilani • extended_group • au
9
Happy
Pros:

Friendly staff

Cons:

Good

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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esther • family_with_children • nl
9
Fijne plek, alles top.
Pros:

Fijne plek, dichtbij bezienswaardigheden. Schoon, leuk zwembad aan de rijstvelden. Prima ontbijt.

Cons:

Niks.

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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philippe • solo_traveller • fr
8
Pros:

J'ai aimé l'emplacement et surtout la très belle piscine avec la vue sur les rizières.
Le personnel est très serviable. Nous avons eu un problème avec la clim. Il a été réglé aussitôt.

Cons:

Les chambres sont un peu simple et nous n'avons pas vraiment aimé la restauration.
Mets c'est une affaire de goût. Dans l'ensemble c'est très bien.

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Jude • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Clement • solo_traveller • fr
7
Séjour dans la cité
Pros:

Hôtel très bien placé au cœur de la cité sacrée, au calme. Le jardin est magnifique avec piscine vue sur les rizières. Le petit déjeuner et le dîner sont très bons sous forme de buffet

Cons:

Chambre poussièreuse et vieillissante et salle de bain sale

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Frank • family_with_children • nl
8
2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Arianne • family_with_children • nl
8
Hele fijne accomodatie met prachtige tuin.
Pros:

Het prachtige uitzicht vanuit het zwembad over de rijstvelden! De kamer is ruim en schoon.
Je kunt er fietsen huren om een tocht langs de stoepa’s te maken. ‘s Avonds is de accomodatie prachtig verlicht.

Cons:

Wij vonden het eten wat beperkt. Het ontbijt is echt Sri Lankaans (rijst/curry) en wit brood met jam of boter. Het diner idem.
Je kunt gemakkelijk een tuktuk boeken en ergens in de stad eten, maar ook daar is weinig westers voedsel te verkrijgen.
Het zwembad lijkt niet te worden schoon gemaakt?!

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Brent • solo_traveller • be
7
Pros:

We stayed here 2 nights while visiting the stupa’s of anuradhapura. The hotel is located near the most important sights. It’s just a few min drive. It is quitely located outside the city center
The hotel does have charm. It is located next to a paddy field and has a nice and refreshing swimming pool. The breakfast is good. The rooms are alright with good airco.

Cons:

The room could have been cleaner. Bathroom wasn’t very clean and could use some renovation.

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Armand • family_with_children • nl
7
Pros:

Bikes could be arranged through the accommodation.

Cons:

Dinner not great. (Buffet style)

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Dustin • family_with_children • de
10
Pros:

Sehr aufmerksames Personal. Alle sehr Kinderlieb und zuvorkommend.

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Tim • family_with_children • gb
8
Excellent.
Pros:

The hotel was comfortable and the pool was very nice. The food (both breakfast and dinner) that was served was very good. We also very much appreciated the brilliant and friendly tuk-tuk driver (Sampath) who the hotel put us in contact with for our sightseeing. We used his services every day we were there (3 days) including a long trip out to Ritigala. If you stay in this hotel be sure to use him for your various explorations

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Cornelissen • family_with_children • nl
8
Pros:

Nette accommodatie.

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Anouk • family_with_children • nl
9
Very pleasant and calm location
Pros:

It’s a lovely, small and personal resort, with a nice pool next to a rice field. Friendly and helpful staff.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Philipp • couple • de
6
Für eine Nacht Ok, mehr nicht
Pros:

Gute Lage um die Gegend zu erkunden

Cons:

Bilder sind nicht mehr aktuell, Pool und Bad sehr dreckig

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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hélène • solo_traveller • fr
10
Moments agréables
Pros:

Notre arrivée dans l hôtel était parfaite. La chambre était grand avec des lits King site. Le capitaine des lieux est un excellent cuisinier, nous avons eu des magnifiques petits déjeuners et le repas du soir était succulent. Si vous etes sensibles aux epices ils vous conseilleront les plats proposes.le personnel est très attentionné. Nous avons été au monastère le matin et l après midi nous avons profité de la piscine. Nous recommandons cet hotel.

Cons:

Pas de gêne particulière. Si il y a un problème il suffit de parler au personnel ils sont très attentionnés.

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Adriana • family_with_children • cz
8
Pros:

Milý personál, byli jsme jen 1 noc, tak nelze úplně plně vyhodnotit. Prima bazén, v klidu a přesto kousek od centra.

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Karina Absalonsen • extended_group • dk
8
Hyggelig sted i grønne omgivelser
Pros:

Et hyggeligt og roligt sted omgivet af smuk natur. Vi lejede cykler og tog en tur rundt om søen på cirka 15 km, hvilket var en fantastisk oplevelse. Undervejs så vi egern, køer og aber, og vi fik også hyggelige snakke med de lokale, som gjorde turen endnu mere særlig.

Vi spiste aftensmad på stedet to aftener, og maden var virkelig lækker.
De hjalp med booking af safaritur til wilpattu og transport til Negombo.

Det var et hyggeligt ophold, som vi varmt kan anbefale hvis man er til ro og natur.

Cons:

Vi havde ikke noget, vi var utilfredse med, men vi vil anbefale, at der bliver sat en klokke op ved receptionen. Det var ikke altid nemt at få kontakt med personalet, når der ikke var nogen til stede.

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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melanie • family_with_children • at
8
Excellent food and beautiful surroundings
Pros:

We had a very pleasant stay at the Monaara Leisure Hotel.
The hotel is beautifully located, and the pool offers a wonderful view of the surrounding rice fields. The rooms were clean, and the air conditioning worked reliably.
We would especially like to highlight the breakfast and dinner. Every day there was a different buffet with varied, very good Sri Lankan cuisine. The food was fresh, flavorful, and also suitable for guests who do not like their meals too spicy.
Overall, we very much enjoyed our stay and would be happy to recommend the hotel.

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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LOUMAIGNE • solo_traveller • fr
9
Pros:

Un endroit très calme et très reposant. On s y sent bien et les chambres sont grandes.

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee