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Lavendish Lake Giritale - Former Giritale Hotel

4.0 star property
Travelers find serenity in the garden or rejuvenation at the spa, while the outdoor pool area offers comfortable sun loungers for afternoon relaxation.

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Located in the heart of Sri Lanka, Giritale Hotel provides a peaceful escape with its steam room and therapeutic spa offerings including detox wraps and massages. Guests relax by the outdoor pool with sun loungers or visit the coffee shop/cafe for a pleasant break.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
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About this property

Lavendish Lake Giritale - Former Giritale Hotel

  • Upscale hotel near Hatadage
  • Located close to Minneriya National Park and Kiri Vihara Temple, Lavendish Lake Giritale - Former Giritale Hotel provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. For some rest and relaxation, visit the steam room, and indulge in hydrotherapy, reflexology, or a facial. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
  • Other perks at this hotel include:
    • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
    • Free self parking
    • Limo/town car service, buffet breakfast (surcharge), and express check-out
    • Express check-in, 1 meeting room, and a front-desk safe
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and air conditioning.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and bidets
    • 42-inch LED TVs with cable channels
    • Balconies or patios, refrigerators, and electric kettles

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Early check-in subject to availability

Contactless check-in available

Late check-in subject to availability

Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 4:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: LKR 6500
  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per child: LKR 6500 (from 4 to 12 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: LKR 6500
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: LKR 6500 (from 5 to 12 years old)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately LKR 2500 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Does Lavendish Lake Giritale - Former Giritale Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Lavendish Lake Giritale - Former Giritale Hotel?

As of May 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lavendish Lake Giritale - Former Giritale Hotel on Jun 15, 2026 start from CA $102, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Lavendish Lake Giritale - Former Giritale Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Lavendish Lake Giritale - Former Giritale Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Lavendish Lake Giritale - Former Giritale Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Lavendish Lake Giritale - Former Giritale Hotel located?

Situated in a national park, this hotel is within 9 mi (15 km) of Kiri Vihara Temple, Hatadage, and Polonnaruwa Vatadage. Gal Viharaya and Rankot Vihara are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

7.6

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.2

Staff & service

6.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 18 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peipei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view of the lake but a bit away from anywhere if you like to dine out. It was out of season so the in house menu options were limited and tourist focussed. Lovely breakfast and the room was great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Okay Hotel

All was fine. Staff at bar not very speedy. Resteraunt staff were good. Rooms getting a little tired, could use some TLC. No coffee provided in room only tea.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Nuwan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dangerous bugs started coming into my room after dark. I had to leave the room around 10pm due to attacking bugs.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Camilla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Smuk udsigt, dårlig mad

Dejligt værelse med en dejlig udsigt. Tjenerne var serviceminded og rykkede rundt på møblerne for at give os den bedste udsigt. Maden var dog skuffende og vi følte os til tider lidt nedprioriteret, da der skulle afholdes et bryllup på hotellet mens vi var der.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Georges

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Ruhiges Hotel für Etappenhalt

Das Giritale Hotel, dass schon etwas bejahrt ist, wird von Peronen besucht, die auf der Durchreise in den Osten der Insel sind und die für die Übernachtung nicht allzu viel ausgeben wollen. Hier erhalen sie für wenig Geld, was sie erwarten: angemessener Komfort und Ruhe. Etwas bemühend sind die späten Abendessenszeiten. Es ist dort schon sehr früh dunkel und ich fand es müssig, bis 19.30 zu warten. Andererseits gibt es Frühstück nur bis 09.00.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Alain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Parfait

Hôtel parfait pour un passage de 1 à deux jours. Très confortable avec vue magnifique. Mais au milieu de rien. Chambre propre et très spécieuse.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017
Verified

4/10 Poor

Majken

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Et hotel for udsigtensskyld

Hotellet Er fra 1972 og meget meget slidt. Poolen var grøn af alger og kunne ikke anvendes. Pool stængerne var knækket så kunne ikke bruges heller. Værelserne var slidte og der var 1000 små biller på det ene bade værelse. Men udsigten fra terrassen var helt helt unik og hjalp på helheds oplevelsen.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017
Verified

4/10 Poor

Asoka

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort

run down place unwelcoming

managed
Verified

8/10 Good

mappy

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Vue exceptionnelle sur le lac

Personnel accueillant. Buffet petit déjeuner et dîner très variés et excellent. Dommage que les chambres soient défraîchies et sentent le renfermé Piscine avec terrasse donnant sur le lac: magnifique
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

湖を望む静かなホテルです

少し古いですが、きちんと手入れされており快適でした。徒歩で外出は散歩程度です。夕食のレストラン（有料ですよ）は、席に着くと国旗をテーブルの上に置いてくれました。よく見ると周りのテーブルにも置かれてました。景色が良く、朝は鳥の鳴き声がよく聞こえ、癒されました。
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

For a 3－Star hotel，it is quite a nice hotel.

For a 3－Star hotel，it is quite a nice hotel.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Familie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Tr�s bon h�tel 5 �toiles

Un h�tel accueillant, �l�gant et o� le personnel est aux petits soin. Commencer la journ�e par un petit d�jeuner en chambre ou dans le restaurant avec une multitude de plats d�licieux et du champagne, c'est un des petits plaisirs d'un 5 �toiles. Une baignade dans la piscine et un tour au jacuzzi permettent vraiment de se d�tendre apr�s une bonne journ�e de marche dans Budapest.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Wolfgang

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

2/10 Terrible

kamal

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019