Lavendish Lake Giritale - Former Giritale Hotel

Hotels
8 (408 reviews)
Giritale Hotel, Giritale , Polonnaruwa , lk

Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
BBQ facilities
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful views
Friendly staff
Good value for money
Cons:
Cleanliness concerns
Maintenance issues
Price discrepancies

Categories

Cleanliness
7.39
The cleanliness of the pool was questioned, and there were ongoing maintenance issues.
Service
8.36
Friendly staff received multiple mentions and positive feedback.
Location
8.4
Multiple reviews highlight the beautiful location and views.
Room Quality
7.85
The rooms received praise, but some noted outdated aspects.
Amenities
7.38
While amenities like the pool were present, cleanliness and functionality were concerns.
Value for Money
8.34
Many reviews indicated that the hotel offered good value for the quality provided.
Food and Beverage
8.39
Breakfast and dinner received high praise for quality and portion size.
Overall Experience
7.86
Overall, guests were pleased with their stays despite some concerns.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-16 02:35

Property Description

Scenic Views and Relaxing Atmosphere:
Located in the Ancient City of Polanaruwa, Giritale Hotel offers breathtaking views of Giritale Lake. Guests can unwind by the outdoor pool and enjoy the tranquility of the surroundings.

Comfortable Accommodation with Modern Amenities:
The cosy rooms at Giritale Hotel are equipped with air-conditioning, TV, and tea/coffee making facilities. Each room offers a private bathroom and picturesque views of the lake, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests.

Convenient Services and Dining Options:
Guests can take advantage of massage services and hiking trip arrangements provided by the hotel. Additionally, car hire services are available, and free parking is offered on-site. Indulge in a variety of local dishes at the Giritale Restaurant for a delightful dining experience.

Experience serenity and comfort at Giritale Hotel - book your stay now for an unforgettable getaway by Giritale Lake!

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.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children from 6 years old to 12 years old stay for US$5 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    People 13 years old and over stay for US$10 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

8
Based on 408 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.39
Service: 8.36
Location: 8.4
Room Quality: 7.85
Amenities: 7.38
Value for Money: 8.34
Food and Beverage: 8.39
Overall Experience: 7.86
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Gertwin & Brigitte family_with_children nl
8
Pros:

Mooi uitzicht om 's avonds op het terras over het meer te kijken. Zwembad en pooltafel beschikbaar om nog even te ontspannen.
Comfortabele en schone kamers.

Cons:

Eetzaal is een beetje groot als het hotel niet vol zit.

2026-02-08 via Nuitee
J
Justyna extended_group pl
10
Pros:

Great place with excellent service

2026-01-12 via Nuitee
M
Mayura family_with_children au
6
2026-01-07 via Nuitee
P
Perera couple lk
9
2025-12-20 via Nuitee
W
wolley de silva family_with_children lk
9
2025-12-10 via Nuitee
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Sebastian family_with_children pl
10
2025-12-10 via Nuitee
W
wolley de silva family_with_children lk
9
2025-12-09 via Nuitee
W
wolley de silva family_with_children lk
9
2025-12-03 via Nuitee
W
wolley de silva family_with_children lk
10
2025-12-03 via Nuitee
V
victoria extended_group gb
8
Lovely view great sunset
Pros:

The wonderful views over the lake

Cons:

Lack of cushions around the pool and towels

2025-11-25 via Nuitee
P
Perera family_with_children lk
9
Pros:

Great value for money
Amazing friendly staff

2025-11-22 via Nuitee
B
Baptiste couple fr
8
2025-11-14 via Nuitee
F
francesco family_with_children it
8
Pros:

Location molto bella, staff eccellente,
Colazione buona e molto varia.
Stanza con bella vista e pulita, anche se in una posizione che a volte può rivelarsi critica.

2025-11-11 via Nuitee
S
Saneth couple lk
10
2025-11-10 via Nuitee
B
beatrice carnemolla couple it
10
Bellissime camere con vista sul lago
Pros:

Questo hotel ci ha davvero sorpreso, una delle migliori camere in Sri Lanka, ci è piaciuta particolarmente la finestra panoramica sul lago, che manteneva una perfetta privacy. Camera funzionale, bagno magnifico.
C'è anche possibilità di cena a buffet, sicuramente super per gli asiatici, per gli europei un po' too much

Cons:

La piscina non mi sembrava il massimo della pulizia, non abbiamo fatto il bagno per quello.

2025-11-06 via Nuitee
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gunawardena family_with_children lk
8
2025-11-05 via Nuitee
E
eric couple fr
7
Bien
Pros:

La piscine qui était propre et chauffée.
Deux petits drapeaux (Français et Srilankais ont étaient déposés sur notre table pour nos repas, c'était une chouette attention.
Le personnel était au petit soin pour nous.

Cons:

À notre départ, nous étions chargés de bagages, et les responsables nous ont regardés passer sans nous prêter main-forte.

2025-10-31 via Nuitee
D
dissanayake family_with_children lk
10
2025-10-19 via Nuitee
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Lalith family_with_children lk
8
Pleasant stay with family.
Pros:

Good breakfast and staff is very good. Miss Chaya and Miss Piyumi was very helpfull. SPA services are very good. our family had steam bath and treatment. Miss Swarna is very professional therapist. This was our second time stay in the same hotel.

Cons:

Air conditioners and fans need to do proper maintenance. they are not working properly and my son and his pregnant wife had to change the room. There are other basic repair works need to be done as this hotel is quite old. But it's in a nice location.

2025-10-17 via Nuitee
M
Michał couple pl
4
Cons:

Zaniedbany basen, cały hotel wymaga remontu. Pierwszej nocy do pokoju mimo zamkniętych drzwi i okien dostało się mnóstwo robaków.

2025-10-09 via Nuitee