Properties are selected based on real traveler reviews and popularity among guests who’ve booked a night in North Central Province on Hotels.com. These North Central Province hotels consistently deliver on comfort, location and traveler experience. Last updated on .
If seeing the sights is on your list of things to do, head to Ruwanwelisaya— just one of the landmarks located 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from central Anuradhapura.
Nuwara Wewa is just one of the landmarks located 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from central Anuradhapura, so you might want to stop by for a few pics during your trip.
If visiting museums in Polonnaruwa are on your list, you might want to check out the upcoming exhibitions at Polonnaruwa Archaeological Museum. If you want to experience more of the culture Polonnaruwa has to offer, head to Polonnaruwa Vatadage, Gal Viharaya, and Rankot Vihara.
"Not luxury but nice nonetheless! Stunning view of Sigiriya Rock from the bar and pool. Morning buffet was fine. Did not have the evening buffet as just ordered a la carte. There are some nearby dining options but need to take a taxi or tuktuk at night because of elephants."
"Nice hotel on the beach and I think all rooms face out to the pool and beach. The pool and property are nice. Lots of loungers available. The beach is very clean in front of the property, but less so as you walk along the beach. The security keeps the beach sellers at bay which is appreciated. Lots of food options in very easy walking distance. I didn't try the buffet restaurant but the other one was respectable."
"Karpaha Sands is easily one of the best resorts we’ve ever stayed at. The personalisation here is unlike anything we’ve experienced elsewhere — from our incredible butler Namal (attentive, intuitive, always there when needed) to the cell phones provided to reach him at any time, to an anniversary cake, to arranging dinner at our room the last night. Manager Omberto and the entire team were genuinely warm & friendly throughout our stay.
The food is phenomenal! Were talking 5* quality across every meal. Hoppers at breakfast, fresh jams, a dreamy tea selection, ceviches and calamari chapati tacos to die for, and a seafood feast that was beyond anything. The starlight cinema with sparkling wine, sweets and popcorn was pure magic.
Luxury glamping rooms are stunning — beautiful design, incredibly comfortable bed, indoor tub with salts, outdoor shower, gorgeous lighting and a speaker for music. Days were spent bouncing between pool daybeds, eating and beach loungers with lovely afternoon snack surprises. The massages were so good I had to have a second one. The masseurs were so sweet & gave lovely massages.
Beach walks were wonderful morning abs evening and the entire strip felt very private and quiet.
The number of stray dogs was quite heartbreaking competing for food, sadly a big problem in Sri Lanka. A mass neutering program would go a long way.
A hidden gem with world-class food, exceptional service, and touches we’ll never forget. We will 1000% be back."
"We loved our stay at Cinnamon Lodge and will be back. The hotel setting is lovely - on huge grounds with plenty of wildlife. The pool is great and the breakfast / lunch / dinner is full of choice and good quality. The staff were all incredibly friendly and helpful but a shoutout goes to Wasantha who made our stay extra special. Would definitely recommend this hotel."
"Very attentive staff, and a clean, serene hotel. Good food options on site, and easy to get to busier locations. Would highly recommend the elephant safari. Massage was great too! Nice, big gym which was always empty - has a bench and most machines you need for a good workout."
"Beautiful new hotel on the beach. Grounds are immaculately kept. Nice pool & bathing area under palm trees. Beach bar too. Food was nice and open all hours. Can walk via the beach to other restaurants easily. Would recommend the dolphin watching & snorkelling on pigeon island. You can go to Nilaveli for the day for a more quiet, cleaner beach."