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The Sanctuary at Tissawewa

3-star property
Old Puttalam road, Anuradhapura, 0508 053 286
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"The Sanctuary @ Tissawewa was originally one of the many government ‘Rest Houses’ that dotted the island. Always fairly basic but clean and well run ... " More

By a verified traveller on Thu 11 Jan 2018

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Hotel Description

At The Sanctuary at Tissawewa you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Mirisawetiya Stupa and Anuradhapura Archaeological Museum. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi.

A day of pampering can include massages, facials, and Ayurvedic treatments. Enjoy access to bike rentals and a playground. Added amenities include free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning full breakfast is served between 7 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle.

Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 3-star Anuradhapura hotel include Sri Maha Bodhi and Brazen Palace.

The Sanctuary at Tissawewa ratings based on 1 Verified Reviews

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Guest reviews for The Sanctuary at Tissawewa

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3 out of 5

Excellent location for visiting ancient city

The Sanctuary @ Tissawewa was originally one of the many government ‘Rest Houses’ that dotted the island. Always fairly basic but clean and well run they provided authentic Sri Lankan cuisine and ‘a nice hot cup of tea’. The Sanctuary, set in large grounds, has good sized rooms that are comfortable and clean and still provides good food. In the grounds you see any amount of peacocks and monkeys of course. There are also push bikes to help get you around the area if you’re feeling energetic! From there it is easy to access the shrines and ancient ruins of Anuradhapura. During our stay we experienced obliging, helpful friendly staff. The Sanctuary is not a ‘resort’ experience but rather more simple and a taste of bygone days.

Posted by , from Sydney Aust. on 11 Jan. 2018

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Comment from Hotel Management

24 Jan. 2018 by gm

Many Thanks Kate for taking the time to share your experience with us we are happy that you have enjoyed our hospitality and hope you will return again

About the The Sanctuary at Tissawewa

Location Old Puttalam road, Anuradhapura, 50000

Property Features

There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Spa services, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at The Sanctuary at Tissawewa. Self parking is free. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Anuradhapura hotel.

  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1906
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground on site
  • Separate dining area
  • Refrigerator

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Property shuttles: Airport shuttle and area shuttle
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

The Sanctuary at Tissawewa offers 21 accommodations with minibars and safes. Accommodations offer separate dining areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, and bidets. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and ceiling fans. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include hair dryers.

  • Dining room
  • Minibar
  • In-room dining (limited hours)
  • Television
  • Satellite channels
  • Premium channels
  • Refrigerator
  • Electric kettle
  • Luxury bedding
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Nightly turndown service
  • Hair dryer available
  • Safe
  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Telephone
  • Desk
  • Climate control (air conditioning)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Ensuite bathroom

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy full breakfast daily from 7 AM to 9:30 AM.

The Sanctuary at Tissawewa has a restaurant on site.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Spa Services

  • Facial treatments
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Massages

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at midnight

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by noon

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Pet Policy

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at The Sanctuary at Tissawewa

Policies

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No lifts
  • Service animals not allowed
  • Debit cards
  • UnionPay
  • Staffed front desk
  • Social distancing measures are in place

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 7 for adults and USD 7 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 110 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Sanctuary Tissawewa Hotel Anuradhapura
  • Sanctuary Tissawewa Hotel
  • Sanctuary Tissawewa Anuradhapura
  • Sanctuary Tissawewa
  • Tissawewa Resthouse Anuradhapura
  • The Sanctuary at Tissawewa Hotel
  • The Sanctuary at Tissawewa Anuradhapura
  • The Sanctuary at Tissawewa Hotel Anuradhapura

You should know

  • Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • For stays on 24 December, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner.
  • For stays on 31 December, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
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*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.