Deer Park Hotel in the historical district offers a world of luxury and family-friendly fun. Unwind with a massage at the spa, indulge in international cuisine at Ebony Restaurant, or challenge your family to racquetball/squash and volleyball. The kids can burn off energy on the playground while you relax by one of two outdoor pools or enjoy a drink from the poolside bar.
Reviews
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
Airport transfer
Bar
Connecting rooms available
Free parking
Gym
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Winery
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Full-service spa
2 outdoor pools
Breakfast available
Free babysitting
Free supervised childcare
Fitness center
Steam room
Children's pool
Pool bar
For families (6)
Children stay free
Babysitting (free)
Children's pool
Playground on site
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Living room
Why we love this property
Luxury in nature's heart
Wander through the lush garden at this luxury hotel. Nestled in a national park's historical district, it offers a unique blend of nature and heritage.
Culinary exploration
International flavors await at the restaurant, complemented by the on-site bar and winery. Guests can start each day with a buffet breakfast.
Dreamy sleep comforts
Wrapped in Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding, guests find pure bliss. The luxury continues with bathrobes and turndown service.
Room options
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Honeymoon Double Room
Highlights
Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Lake view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Superior King Room with Terrace
Highlights
Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
452 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed
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Suite
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Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
753 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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Deer Park Cottage Lake View
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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Highlights
Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
291 sq ft
Lake view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
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Superior Double or Twin Room with Garden View
Highlights
Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
431 sq ft
Sleeps 3
2 Twin Beds
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Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Garden View
Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 90.5 miles/145.6 km
Airport pick-up service
Train station drop-off (surcharge)
Train station pick-up (surcharge)
Restaurants
Gunner's Club - 10 min drive
Hotel Mahanuge - 11 min drive
Priyamali Gedara - 11 min drive
Saruketha - 8 min drive
Perera & Sons - 10 min drive
About this property
Deer Park Hotel
A great choice for a stay in Giritale, Deer Park Hotel features a winery where you can enjoy a glass of local wine. Guests can visit the spa to indulge in massages, facials, or body scrubs, and Ebony Restaurant serves international cuisine. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include 2 outdoor pools, a poolside bar, and a fitness center.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
77 rooms
Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Express check-in/out available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Up to 6 children (1 year old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Free babysitting
Free supervised childcare
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Free onsite valet parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
DONE
Transfers
Airport pickup on request (available 24 hours)*
Train station shuttle*
DONE
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–9:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Poolside bar
Barbecue grills
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Children's pool
Playground
Free supervised childcare/activities
What to do
Racquetball/squash
Volleyball
Ecotours
Pool table
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Safari nearby
Kayaking nearby
Working away
Business center
Meeting room
Conference center (2153 square feet of space)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Porter/bellhop
Bicycle rentals
Facilities
Built in 1996
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Television in common areas
Fitness center
2 outdoor pools
Full-service spa
Massage/treatment rooms
Steam room
Winery on site
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch TV
Premium satellite channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Bathrobes and slippers
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Turndown service
Premium bedding
What to enjoy
Balcony or patio
Separate living room
Freshen up
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Special features
Spa
The onsite spa has 4 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include facials, body scrubs, and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including Ayurvedic.
Dining
Ebony Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine.
The Sandpiper - Onsite bar. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 75.00
Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per child: USD 40.00 (from 6 to 10 years old)
New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 75.00
New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: USD 40.00 (from 6 to 10 years old)
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 14 for adults and USD 7 for children
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 120 per vehicle
Train station pick-up and train station drop-off service is offered for an extra charge
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 7 AM to 8 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
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.
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.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Also known as
Deer Park Giritale
Deer Park Hotel Giritale
Deer Park Hotel Hingurakgoda
Deer Park Hingurakgoda
Frequently asked questions
Does Deer Park Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Deer Park Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Deer Park Hotel?
Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 7 AM to 8 PM.
Are pets allowed at Deer Park Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Deer Park Hotel?
Yes, there's free self and valet parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Deer Park Hotel?
Yes, a shuttle from the airport to the hotel is available. The charge is USD 120 per vehicle.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Deer Park Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-out are available.
What is there to do at Deer Park Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like hiking and kayaking. Additional recreation onsite includes ecotours, racquetball/squash, and volleyball. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools. Deer Park Hotel also has a winery, a steam room, and spa services, as well as a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Deer Park Hotel?
Yes, Ebony Restaurant offers international cuisine.
Does Deer Park Hotel have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.
What's the area around Deer Park Hotel like?
Deer Park Hotel is located a short 1-minute walk from Giritale Wewa.
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Deer Park Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
7.4/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 14, 2025
Respite from Cultural Touring
Nice resort near historic Polonnaruwa with lakeside views. The staff was very attentive, on site restaurant charming, pools well maintained, all for very good value.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 18, 2025
Excellent Hotel
We stayed for two nights at Deer Park in March. The staff were very attentive and friendly. The hotel facilities were excellent. We would return.
George
George, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 22, 2023
A magical place with wonderful staff
Sandamali
Sandamali, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 13, 2025
Great hotel in a beautiful location. We only stayed one night, but could have stayed longer. The pools looked fantastic and well cleaned. We had an excellent meal, and then played pool on the table next to the bar! The hotel is trying hard to be eco, and we had a very interesting bathroom surrounded by plants in the shower, and an open air roof - covered by mesh to stop anything nasty getting in! We watched a fantastic sunset whilst drinking cocktails. Very memorable. Staff were lovely.
Edward
Edward, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 1, 2024
Lovely relaxing stay in beautiful surroundings
Having just spent 5 nights at this hotel we can definitely recommend it. It was ideally placed for our self organised tour of Sri Lanka and, from here, we visited the iconic sites of Sigiriya, Polonnaruwa, Dambulla and the fabulous Hurulu national park where we saw many elephants. Our lakeside cottage at the hotel was very quaint and we loved sitting on the decking watching the monkeys and chipmunks running around. Staff at the hotel are very welcoming and the pool area is lovely. The hotel does get frequented by coach parties and we enjoyed the breakfast and evening buffets alongside quieter a la carte dinners on the outside terrace on the nights when there were fewer guests
carol
carol, 5-night trip
4/10 Fair
Aug 23, 2024
The room was very dirty. The staff unprofessional and rude.
Salvo
Salvo, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 12, 2016
Nice views of the Lake
Room smelt a bit dump, was clean otherwise. No wifi in rooms, only in public arrears. Waiter got order wrong twice, but were offered deserts and salads to make up for it.
Polina
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 8, 2025
Nicola
Nicola, 2-night trip
4/10 Fair
Apr 20, 2025
Nach längerem Warten wurden wir kommentarlos in eine schlechtere Zimmerkategorie eingebuchtet.Erst auf Beschwerde wurde eine fehlerhafte Überbuchung eingestanden. Unser gebuchte Kategorie sei nicht verfügbar.MangerJosef versprach als Ausgleich einen Drink und kostenloses Dinner. Bei checkout wurde dann aber alles berechnet und jegliche Zusagen abgestritten.Insgesamt nicht zu empfehlen.
This Hotel was breaching Electricity; Slips and trips; and HEALTH AND SAFETY Regulation and put our lives at risk. I never come a cross or heard of this kind of behaviour putting customers lives at risk to save few pence or to increase profit. Think not twice, hundred time before you put customers lives at risk like this... I only can say Group CEO and the Manager: Joseph should put themself in customer's (ours) shoes to understand is it worth killing customers for few pence of profit or cost cutting!!! I tried to call Expedia but not managed to speak to anyone before all my money run out from the mobile. That's worse! When we went to get something to eat before we leave the hotel, I mentioned to my husband it smell like a sewage near our room and when we checked there were some places near the footpath overflowing sewage mixed water outside from the drainages..Spoken to the Group CEO, Mr M I M Nizar and he was trying to convince us that this hotel is in a jungle and NOT in the city of Polonnaruwa!!! According to the Group CEO, as a customer, we should expect animal droppings on the bed as well as dead animals on the floor and the bathroom area including no lights and be able to clean it ourself without making any fuss!!! I mentioned that I am a patient with heart, diabetic and several other illnesses therefore any animal bit could be very dangerous for me. He laughed say that's nothing to worry about! This is NOT A FIVE STAR HOTEL and MAY BE EVEN HELL IS BETTER THAN THIS...
Kamani
Kamani, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 21, 2023
Carille
Carille, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 20, 2021
saliya
saliya, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Dec 27, 2019
Beautiful hotel. Nice people. Terrible service. Terrible restaurant. The does not want
Verified traveler
2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 26, 2019
Unique setting, chalets very private. Good buffet breakfast and dinner. Lovely swimming pool.
Rooms a little dark for reading in the evening.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 17, 2019
Super accueil, tout le personnel a été aux petits soins avec nous.
Cadre magnifique, propreté irréprochable.
Nourriture très bonne !
A recommander sans aucun doute.
Parfait.
Gregory
Gregory, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 20, 2019
Verified traveler
2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 8, 2019
Kenichi
Kenichi, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Feb 2, 2019
Verified traveler
4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 15, 2019
Very nice place to stay. Food is good too. Wonder full view.
Verified traveler
4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 20, 2018
Stunning hotel
Top quality hotel, beautiful gardens and pool. Great bar terrace and excellent choice and standard of food.