Hotel Shalini in Anuradhapura

An 8-minute walk from Nuwara Wewa lake, this quaint, laid-back hotel is 3 km from both Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi, a sacred fig tree, and the New Town railway station.Down-to-earth rooms, most with air-conditioning, offer free Wi-Fi, satellite TV and fans, as well as balconies. All have mosquito nets and electrical mosquito vapourisers. Room service is available.Amenities include a simple café, and an upstairs restaurant with arched windows, offering Western and Chinese cuisine. There's also a rooftop beer garden, along with a cosy lounge, which has old-world furnishings. A complimentary shuttle to the train and bus stations is available on request.