Lavendish Lake Giritale - Former Giritale Hotel, Polonnaruwa ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Giritale, Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka, 51000

Very good

7.8

5.5

/10

4.1

“Nestled on a serene hill overlooking the tranquil Giritale tank, this hotel offers amazing views and a lush green surroundings that make you feel truly at one with nature.”view full review

Giritale Hotel offers 4-star accommodations set amidst scenic views of Giritale Wewa and lush mountains. Guests can engage in various activities such as jeep safaris, nature trails, and traditional catamaran rides.

Rooms & Amenities

The Giritale Hotel features 08 deluxe rooms designed with luxurious furnishings that capture breathtaking views of the surrounding natural beauty. Each room is equipped with high-speed wireless internet, flat-screen TVs, and essential amenities ensuring a comfortable stay for guests.

Dining Options

Dining options at the Giritale Hotel include a restaurant offering authentic Sri Lankan cuisine and international dishes. The menu features a variety of local favorites such as spicy fish curries and aromatic sambols, providing guests with a taste of culture.

Leisure Activities

For leisure, guests can participate in activities like trekking to Sudukandakele, traditional catamaran rides, and exclusive jeep safaris in the nearby national parks. The Minneriya and Kaudulla National Parks, known for their wildlife events such as 'The Gathering' of elephants, are easily accessible.

Services & Local Area

Giritale Hotel provides convenient services such as guiding guests on excursions to UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including ancient cities. Travel options include nearby railway stations and roads connecting to major attractions.

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Lavendish Lake Giritale - Former Giritale Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Standard Triple Room Garden View

2 persons

220 sq. feet

1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed

Shower

Balcony

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Superior Double Room

2 persons

220 sq. feet

2 Single beds

Shower

Balcony

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Deluxe Family Suite Lake View Interconnecting

2 persons

220 sq. feet

2 Double beds

Shower

Balcony

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room Lake View

2 persons

220 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Balcony

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Facilities

Lavendish Lake Giritale - Former Giritale Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spacious Comfort

“My room was impressively spacious and modern, providing a comfortable retreat after a long day.” view full review

Delicious Buffets

“The buffet had an amazing spread, featuring both Western and Sri Lankan dishes, with the fresh hoppers being a standout.” view full review

Refreshing Pool

“The swimming pool was a good place to unwind, kept clean and offering a beautiful view of the lake.” view full review

Modern Bathrooms

“The bathrooms were impressively modern, offering a cozy ambiance perfect for relaxation, complete with hot water at all times.” view full review

Facilities: Very good

7.8/10Review score

General

Non-smoking rooms
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Currency exchange
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Hiking
Cycling
Badminton

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Dryer

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Picnic area/ Tables
Dinner
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Children's buffet
Board games

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Sun loungers
Live entertainment
Sun terrace
Garden area
BBQ facilities
Spa & wellness centre
Steam room
Facial
Treatment room
Beauty treatment
Body wraps
Massage
Pool with view

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Patio
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Dryer

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Lavendish Lake Giritale - Former Giritale Hotel Location

Giritale, Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka, 51000

Map view

Giritale, Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka, 51000

City landmarks

Landmark

National Wildlife Museum

5100 ft

Landmark

buda

1.0 mi

Landmark

Giritale Wewa

1.5 mi

Landmark

Temple

2.0 mi

Landmark

Angammedilla National Park

2.8 mi

Nearby

buda

3700 ft

National Wildlife Museum

4000 ft

Restaurants

Girithale

100 ft

Restaurant

Getting around

City Centre

Polonnaruwa17 min · 7.0 mi

Airports

Sigiriya (GIU)72 min · 29.5 mi

China Bay Airport (TRR)144 min · 59.3 mi

Train

Polonnaruwa Railway Station21 min · 8.5 mi

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 14:00-23:30

Check-out

from 11:00-12:00

Guest Parking

No parking available.

Internet

is available in for free.

Breakfast

The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of US$8.50 per person per day.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Year renovated:

2012

Number of rooms:

Reviews and Ratings

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Review score

Based on 167 verified reviews

7.7/10

Very good

77%

Recommend

Breakfast

9.3/10

Cleanliness

8.3/10

Comfort

8.3/10

Facilities

7.8/10

Free Wi-Fi

8.8/10

Location

8.8/10

Paid Wi-Fi

9.0/10

Staff

8.6/10

Value for money

8.0/10

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Lavendish Lake Giritale - Former Giritale Hotel, Polonnaruwa

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