Monaara Leisure - Anuradhapura

Eco-friendly leisure hotel near Anuradhapura's ancient sites with organic dining and infinity pool

Dining

Monaara Leisure - Anuradhapura's on-site restaurant serves American and Asian cuisines, with vegetarian options and daily à la carte or American breakfasts. Guests eat produce harvested from the hotel's own vegetable garden, including seasonal fruits and traditional Sri Lankan dishes like buffalo curd. The chef prepares special requests such as early-morning milk rice for puja, and the dinner buffet includes dishes tailored for children.

Rooms & Accommodation

Family rooms and deluxe doubles at Monaara Leisure come with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and views of the garden or pool. Each room has a work desk, flat-screen TV, and free toiletries; some family rooms offer adjoining spaces for extra privacy. The hotel provides tea and coffee makers in all rooms, and guests can access free WiFi in public areas.

Location & Access

The hotel sits 5 minutes by tuk-tuk from Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi and Ruwanweliseya, and 72 km from Sigiriya Airport. Free private parking is available on-site, and guests can hire bicycles or cars to explore the Anuradhapura region. A paid airport shuttle service operates for both drop-off and pick-up, and the hotel helps arrange tuk-tuk drivers for temple tours.

Family & Children

A children's pool and an infinity pool with sun loungers are open year-round, offering views of the adjacent paddy field. The hotel provides bike tours and walking tours for families, and the garden area has space for children to play. Staff can organise early breakfasts and kid-friendly meals, and the property is wheelchair accessible with facilities for disabled guests.

Sustainability & Grounds

Monaara Leisure grows organic vegetables in its own garden, used for daily meals, and operates an eco-friendly philosophy with a focus on coexisting with nature. The garden and terrace feature outdoor furniture, and the rooftop offers views of the ancient stupas lit up at night. Peacocks (the hotel's namesake) roam freely, and the pool area overlooks rice paddies with frequent bird sightings.

• Dining: Organic produce from hotel garden, American & Asian cuisine, vegetarian options
• Rooms: Family rooms with adjoining spaces, garden/pool views, AC, tea/coffee makers
• Location: 5 min drive to Ruwanweliseya, 72 km from Sigiriya Airport, free parking
• Family: Kids' pool, bike tours, wheelchair accessible, facilities for disabled guests
• Sustainability: On-site vegetable garden, eco-friendly practices, peacocks on grounds
• Transport: Free parking, bicycle hire, airport shuttle, tuk-tuk assistance