The Deer Park Hotel - Giritale
7.99001, 80.921742Overview
5-star lakefront resort on the banks of Giritale Reservoir
Accommodations
The Deer Park Hotel offers exclusively designed cottages that blend luxury with the tranquility of nature. Many cottages include unique open-air garden bathrooms for a more immersive stay. Guestrooms come with a work desk, tea/coffee making facilities, a day bed, and premium bedding.
Dining
The hotel provides five dining options, including The Ebony serving local and international dishes. Fine dining is available at the Tree Tops restaurant, while The Sandpiper Bar offers drinks and light refreshments. Signature dining focuses on fresh, local ingredients with a variety of buffet and à la carte choices.
Wellness & Activities
Deer Park Resort features an outdoor swimming pool with a tiered waterfall and scenic lake views. Guests have access to a spa and wellness centre offering massages, a steam room, sauna, and yoga classes. Complimentary guided activities include walking tours, bike tours, cooking classes, and evening entertainment.
Location
The Deer Park Hotel is situated on the banks of Giritale Reservoir, 6 miles from Polonnaruwa Wihara and 12 miles from Sigiriya Rock Fortress. The hotel is close to Minneriya-Giritale National Park, known for elephant gatherings, and 22 miles from Dambulla Cave Temple. Adventure-oriented packages include safaris, elephant drives, hot air balloon trips, and cycling tours arranged by the tour desk.
Family & Events
The property has a children's playground, a kids' pool, and indoor/outdoor play equipment. Special event spaces on the lakefront can accommodate up to 300 guests, making them suitable for weddings and large gatherings. Family-friendly facilities include kid-friendly buffets, bike rentals, and board games.
- Accommodations: Exclusive cottages with open-air garden bathrooms
- Dining: 5 on-site dining options including Tree Tops fine dining
- Wellness: Spa, steam room, sauna, and yoga classes
- Location: On Giritale Reservoir, 6 miles from Polonnaruwa Wihara
- Activities: Safaris, hot air balloon trips, cycling, and cooking classes
- Events: Lakefront event spaces for up to 300 guests
Rooms and availability
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Room size:
455 sq. feet
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Shower
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Bathtub
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Room size:
455 sq. feet
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Shower
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Bathtub
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Room size:
485 sq. feet
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Shower
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Bathtub
Facilities
Main facilities
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
24-hour reception
24-hour security
Outdoor swimming pool
Children's play area
Children's pool
Children's buffet
Cribs
Sun loungers
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness center
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Badminton
- Pool tables
- Yoga class
Services
- Paid shuttle service
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car rental
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor dining area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business center
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cribs
- Children's buffet
- Board games
- Children's pool
- Children's play area
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Sun loungers
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa & wellness center
- Sauna
- Steam room
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Open-air bath
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Essential information about The Deer Park Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 80 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 200 yd |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 29.1 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Sigiriya Air Force Base, GIU |
Location
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