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Freedom Lodge vs Mount Lavinia Hotel
Both hotels are rated highly by those who travel for a living. On balance, Mount Lavinia Hotel is the choice of most professionals compared to Freedom Lodge. Mount Lavinia Hotel ranks #35 in Sri Lanka with recommendations from 3 sources such as Lonely Planet, Afar Magazine and Oyster.
Freedom Lodge
Afar Magazine
Lonely Planet
30 Saranankara Rd, Kandy, Sri Lanka
From $35 /night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
- Breakfast included
- Baggage storage
Afar Magazine
"Freedom Lodge is near the lake, but just up the street and away from the loud road."
Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"We really like this place! It’s owned by a friendly family, surrounded by towering palm trees and has eight spotless rooms, excellent food and an authentic family atmosphere."
Full review
Mount Lavinia Hotel
Afar Magazine
Oyster
Lonely Planet
100 Hotel Road, Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia 10732, Sri Lanka
From $105 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Afar Magazine
"This colonial artifact overlooks the turquoise Indian Ocean and the Coast Line train that runs along it."
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Trainspotters should request a room at the hotel’s north end to score a balcony with views of the ocean and the tracks.
Oyster
Upscale
"This 226-room colonial hotel near Sri Lanka's capital -- named for a governor's mistress -- is oozing with history dating back to British rule in the 19th century."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"There’s a private sandy beach and a beautifully positioned pool and terrace."
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