(SKU: LK15003D84) Hotel Alakamanda is an exquisite holiday destination in the exotic and cultural city of Anuradhapura, nestled among lush greenery, surrounded by picturesque ancient ruins.. Your private haven away from home, this hotel is a unique boutique that upholds tradition yet built to an ancient architectural design which is located a few miles away from the heart of the city of Anuradhapura.
Immerse yourself in a rich heritage of an ancient kingdom while we enfold you in quiet luxury and tranquility. Discover an engaging blend of professional service and a wide array of features at Hotel Alakamanda.
Location
Located in one of the most historical and ancient capitals of Sri Lanka, Hotel Alakamanda is situated in the cultural city of Anuradhapura. The hotel is nestled amidst lush greenery with views of ancient ruins that once magnified a powerful era in Sri Lanka. The distance from Colombo to the city of Anuradhapura is about 206km while it can be reached via the Colombo - Kurunegala - Anuradhapura main road and the Colombo - Anuradhapura railway line. Taxi services are always available from the International Airport in Katunayake.
Accommodation
Hotel Alakamanda is a luxury boutique hotel that offers 14 luxury rooms that are perfectly laid out offering an ambience of modern and stylish settings. Each guestroom comprises of a balcony or a verandah that overlooks the gardens and the surroundings. Room types include deluxe rooms, superior family rooms and superior double rooms. All guestrooms are air-conditioned while they consist of an attached bathroom.
Facilities
The restaurant at Hotel Alakamanda offers guests a fusion of traditional and international fine dining with a Sri Lankan touch. From a Sri Lankan and Western breakfast to a delectable tropical cuisine with authentic Sri Lankan flavours for lunch and a fusion of continental, tropical and Sri Lankan cuisine for dinner, guests are in for a gastronomic treat. Vegetarian dishes are also available for your special requirements. Beverages that you can enjoy include mocktails, fresh juices, Ceylon tea and soft drinks to quench your thirst.
Activities that you can enjoy at Hotel Alakamanda include cookery demonstrations. This will cover an introduction to the markets of Sri Lanka, the spices, condiments and vegetables and also how authentic Sri Lankan dishes are prepared. Bike rides can also be enjoyed within the vicinity if you want to explore the area which is also the best option. The hotel also boasts of a charming little outdoor swimming pool where you can enjoy a dip and relax.
While holidaying in the peaceful hideout of Hotel Alakamanda in Anuradhapura, you can visit a number of cultural and religiously important sites. Anuradhapura is a UNESCO World Heritage Site while it is home to well preserved ruins, renovated Buddhist monuments and large rainwater reservoirs which are still used aptly for irrigation purposes. Some of the most famed sites include the Sri Maha Bodiya, Ruwanwelisaya, Abhayagiriya, Isurumuniya, Mirisavetiya and Lovamahapaya. Other cultural sites include the Mihintale Rock Temple, the Dambulla Cave Temple and the Sigiriya Rock Fortress.
