Ekho Lake House - From Colonial Bungalow To Royal Retreat - Polonnaruwa
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Lakeside colonial retreat on Parakrama Samudraya in Polonnaruwa
Rooms & Suites
Ekho Lake House offers 15 rooms, each with a private terrace overlooking Parakrama Samudraya. The Royal Suite, where Queen Elizabeth II stayed during her 1954 Royal Tour, includes personalized butler service and a king-sized canopy bed. Rooms are named after local geographical features, such as "Kalahagala," and come with entertainment systems and soft carpets.
Dining
The in-house restaurant serves creative, locally-inspired menus with dishes like Sri Lankan curries in traditional clay pots. Guests can order wine or champagne and request special diet menus, kids' meals, or packed lunches for excursions. Outdoor seating and in-room dining options are available, all with views of the lake.
Location & Activities
Ekho Lake House Polonnaruwa sits on the bund of Parakrama Samudraya, a 3-minute walk from the archaeological museum and the ancient city ticket office. Guests can join wildlife safaris in Minneriya and Kaudulla National Parks or take a boat safari on the lake to see Bird Island and elephants. The hotel provides bicycle rentals, walking tours, and village tours for exploring the UNESCO World Heritage site.
Wellness & Relaxation
The hotel has an outdoor swimming pool and a hot tub overlooking the lake, along with a spa offering couples, full body, and head massages. Spa facilities include a relaxation area and wellness packages available for booking. Guests can also arrange yoga sessions or use the bicycle rental to explore the surroundings at their own pace.
Family & Special Experiences
Ekho Lake House offers family rooms, kids' meals, and board games for younger guests. Themed dinner nights and local culture tours are organized regularly, and the hotel can arrange tuk-tuk tours of the ancient city. Staff assist with currency exchange, express check-in/check-out, and booking of public transport tickets.
- Royal Suite: Queen Elizabeth II's 1954 suite with butler service
- Lake views: All rooms with private terraces on Parakrama Samudraya
- Dining: Creative local menus with lake-view seating
- Wildlife safaris: Access to Minneriya and Kaudulla National Parks
- Spa & wellness: Outdoor pool, hot tub, and full-body massages
- Location: 3-minute walk to Polonnaruwa ancient city and museum
Rooms and availability
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Room size:
165 sq. feet
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Room size:
130 sq. feet
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Room size:
155 sq. feet
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Essential information about Ekho Lake House - From Colonial Bungalow To Royal Retreat
| 💵 Lowest room price | 454 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 1.1 mi |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 36.4 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Sigiriya Air Force Base, GIU |
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