Title: 10 Best Lakefront Hotels in Sri Lanka for 2026 | Expedia.ca

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#### Colombo

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![Kandy](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/213000/213508-Kandy-Sri-Lanka.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium)

#### Kandy

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![Galle](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/213000/213549-Galle-Sri-Lanka.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium)

#### Galle

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#### Jaffna

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## Our top choices for Sri Lanka hotels on the lake

![Indoor pool, outdoor pool, open 8 AM to 9 PM, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12230000/12226100/12226075/2c3324f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12230000/12226100/12226075/b867325a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12230000/12226100/12226075/e2616cb7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Beach shuttle, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12230000/12226100/12226075/defe3db0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Thaulle Pure Ayurveda Resort - Yala

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Thissamaharama-Hotels-Thaulle-Resort.h12226075.Hotel-Information)

Thissamaharama

9.4/10

Exceptional

(83)

"Amazing location, fantastic views, extremely attentive, long day on the road so greatly appreciated the room upgrade, thank you."

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Anonymous traveller

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Thissamaharama-Hotels-Thaulle-Resort.h12226075.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor pool, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1530000/1526900/1526814/81ac9b01.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![4 restaurants, breakfast served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1530000/1526900/1526814/609fbeee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1530000/1526900/1526814/579cb791.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe King with Jaccuzi | Jetted tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1530000/1526900/1526814/9af45c3c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Heritance Kandalama

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kandalama-Hotels-Heritance-Kandalama.h1526814.Hotel-Information)

Kandalama

9.0/10

Wonderful

(660)

"Amazing hotel! the architecture and design make this a must see hotel and the staff couldn’t be friendlier. We really loved our stay here. "

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Sean

CA $362

CA $471 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kandalama-Hotels-Heritance-Kandalama.h1526814.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2230000/2222500/2222404/90edbeb3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Family Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2230000/2222500/2222404/a9032556.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2230000/2222500/2222404/58f01b58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2230000/2222500/2222404/564b5a10.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Amaya Lake Dambulla

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kandalama-Hotels-Amaya-Lake-Dambulla.h2222404.Hotel-Information)

Kandalama

8.4/10

Very good

(135)

"This property needs a serious renovation and repairs. The Amaya group is milking the property as much as possible without the considerations to customers. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Janaka

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kandalama-Hotels-Amaya-Lake-Dambulla.h2222404.Hotel-Information)

![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13140000/13132000/13131933/818fe0e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13140000/13132000/13131933/a919214b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13140000/13132000/13131933/cf19a1c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Royal Suite - Lake View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13140000/13132000/13131933/3b55b0b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### EKHO Lake House Polonnaruwa

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Polonnaruwa-Hotels-EKHO-Lake-House-Polonnaruwa.h13131933.Hotel-Information)

Polonnaruwa

9.2/10

Wonderful

(50)

"Lovely location, wonderful meals, extra large rooms with nice bedding."

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Dawn

CA $218

CA $286 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 27 - Dec 28

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Polonnaruwa-Hotels-EKHO-Lake-House-Polonnaruwa.h13131933.Hotel-Information)

![2 indoor pools, outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6520000/6514600/6514555/d3fdec2d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Wild Escape](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6520000/6514600/6514555/1997d847.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6520000/6514600/6514555/4b87d664.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lovers’ Escape](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6520000/6514600/6514555/486d07e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Elephant Corridor

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Sigiriya-Hotels-Elephant-Corridor.h6514555.Hotel-Information)

Sigiriya

8.4/10

Very good

(49)

"Très bon rapport qualité-prix, très grande chambre en pleine nature. On voit des éléphants et des water Buffalo se promener la nuit."

![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg)

Anonymous traveller

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Sigiriya-Hotels-Elephant-Corridor.h6514555.Hotel-Information)

![Front of property - evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11550000/11541900/11541822/72cee66f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11550000/11541900/11541822/a2a4e16a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11550000/11541900/11541822/f57624cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11550000/11541900/11541822/b6d53def.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Heaven Seven Nuwara Eliya

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Nuwara-Eliya-Hotels-Heaven-Seven-Nuwara-Eliya.h11541822.Hotel-Information)

Nuwara Eliya

7.8/10

Good

(35)

"Good spot for a night on the way— simple and clean, with lovely warm service. Probably a bit overpriced but a solid, good option. Food was delicious as well and they accommodated all of our needs."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Molly

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Nuwara-Eliya-Hotels-Heaven-Seven-Nuwara-Eliya.h11541822.Hotel-Information)

![2 outdoor pools, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5860000/5857600/5857549/w842h556x0y4-2fb84a5b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Superior Room | Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5860000/5857600/5857549/ac9073d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Staircase](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5860000/5857600/5857549/2b5fb9f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5860000/5857600/5857549/7cccb766.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Heritage Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Anuradhapura-Hotels-Heritage-Hotel.h5857549.Hotel-Information)

Anuradhapura

7.2/10

Good

(68)

"The Heritage is set in a fabulous location, in magnificent grounds on the edge of a lake, peaceful and comfortable. Yet in easy reach of the Sacred City. The staff were helpful and breakfasts superb."

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Jeff

CA $129

CA $313 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 31 - Jan 1, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Anuradhapura-Hotels-Heritage-Hotel.h5857549.Hotel-Information)

![On the beach, white sand, beach towels, water skiing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4040000/4031800/4031708/7ab217fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Ocean View Suite | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4040000/4031800/4031708/114ab0eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Ocean View Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4040000/4031800/4031708/6ebc6589.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4040000/4031800/4031708/5ea3ad92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Avani Kalutara Resort

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kalutara-Hotels-Avani-Kalutara-Resort.h4031708.Hotel-Information)

Kalutara

8.0/10

Very good

(85)

"Beautiful setting Modern rooms, very comfortable "

![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg)

Indi

CA $248

CA $330 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 25 - Dec 26

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kalutara-Hotels-Avani-Kalutara-Resort.h4031708.Hotel-Information)

![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17810000/17803500/17803483/6ab257ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17810000/17803500/17803483/14d945ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17810000/17803500/17803483/d3e0b485.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Children's play area - outdoor](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17810000/17803500/17803483/e03079ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### CoCoWorld Bungalow

[](https://www.expedia.ca/CoCoWorld-Bungalow.h17803483.Hotel-Information)

Panduwasnuwara

[](https://www.expedia.ca/CoCoWorld-Bungalow.h17803483.Hotel-Information)

![Lunch, dinner served; international cuisine, garden views ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11570000/11567100/11567036/6144fbfa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11570000/11567100/11567036/23827217.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Aerial view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11570000/11567100/11567036/03e8359d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Game drive](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11570000/11567100/11567036/b2630061.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Heina Nature Resort & Yala Safari

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kataragama-Hotels-Heina-Nature-Resort-Yala-Safari.h11567036.Hotel-Information)

Kataragama

8.6/10

Excellent

(12)

"We arrived to a warm welcome from the staff. They were caring and attentive throughout our stay. There's not a lot to do after your safari in the surrounding area in terms of shops or stalls. There are however really beautiful rice paddy and lake scenes for anyone who wants to get adventurous on the bikes they provide and the locals are really friendly. The food was delicious. We didn't request anything in particular they just cooked up rice or noodles with chicken one night and the garlic...

![Saudi Arabia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/sa.svg)

Anonymous traveller

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kataragama-Hotels-Heina-Nature-Resort-Yala-Safari.h11567036.Hotel-Information)

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## Top Sri Lanka Hotel Reviews

![Marino Beach Colombo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29970000/29961100/29961010/46836ee4_y.jpg)

### Marino Beach Colombo

10/10 Excellent

"Clean rooms, great staff and great location! "

[](https://expedia.ca/Colombo-Hotels-Marino-Beach-Colombo.h29961010.Hotel-Information)

![Taj Samudra](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8600/8518/1973c44b_y.jpg)

### Taj Samudra

10/10 Excellent

"As always, Taj’s service remains unmatched—professional, attentive, and truly world-class. flawless service with warmth and grace every time. Unmatched hospitality!!"

[](https://expedia.ca/Colombo-Hotels-Taj-Samudra.h8518.Hotel-Information)

![Mandarina Colombo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17400000/17399600/17399512/7fe80c66_y.jpg)

### Mandarina Colombo

10/10 Excellent

"Helpful. Well appointed rooms"

[](https://expedia.ca/Colombo-Hotels-Mandarina-Colombo.h17399512.Hotel-Information)

![Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104810000/104800800/104800745/e4a70ad8_y.jpg)

### Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent staff, amenities, food. This is the cinnamon life"

[](https://expedia.ca/Colombo-Hotels-Cinnamon-Life.h104800745.Hotel-Information)

![Galle Face Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11090000/11080700/11080678/dbaae932_y.jpg)

### Galle Face Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Room was nice with a great sea view. Staff were faultless. Lovely outdoor pool, and the buffet restaurant had a great selection of food."

[](https://expedia.ca/Colombo-Hotels-Galle-Face-Hotel.h11080678.Hotel-Information)

![Radisson Collection Resort, Galle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111160000/111150400/111150337/f0de5305_y.jpg)

### Radisson Collection Resort, Galle

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely hotel and as always im Sri Lanka, great staff. Amazing location and views. Points to note. Dont pay for the higher floor option. Its not taken seriously by the hotel. We were put in the 2nd floor and told anything above ground was considered the higher floor collection. Cheeky. You cant swim in the sea from the hotel. Its all foilage and coral. Thats all said its right on the sea and is an incredible spot to spend time. "

[](https://expedia.ca/Unawatuna-Hotels-Radisson-Collection-Resort.h111150337.Hotel-Information)

![Hilton Colombo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/190000/181900/181855/4895c143_y.jpg)

### Hilton Colombo

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent stay as always ! Thank you "

[](https://expedia.ca/Colombo-Hotels-Hilton-Colombo.h181855.Hotel-Information)

![Cinnamon Grand Colombo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/916300/916269/46a7601f_y.jpg)

### Cinnamon Grand Colombo

10/10 Excellent

"Pretty good other than very pungent smell in hallways "

[](https://expedia.ca/Colombo-Hotels-Cinnamon-Grand-Colombo.h916269.Hotel-Information)

![Shangri-La Colombo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19420000/19414300/19414242/8b709302_y.jpg)

### Shangri-La Colombo

10/10 Excellent

"wonderful country with amazing people! Looking forward coming back again "

[](https://expedia.ca/Colombo-Hotels-Shangri-La-Colombo.h19414242.Hotel-Information)

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