Your stay — Coconut Park
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Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Buddhist temple: Mihidupura (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: Samaviharaya (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: Sri Sarannada Maha Pirivena (1.5 km · ~19 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: Isurumuni Viharaya (1.5 km · ~19 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Ranmasu Uyana — 2.0 km · ~25 min walk
Isurumuniya Museum — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
Walisinghe Harishchandra College Play Ground — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Hnb — 937 m · ~12 min walk
Milan — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Timber shop — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
Anuradhapura New Bus Station — 904 m · ~11 min walk
Emergency Contacts
AnuradhapuraFor general tourist assistance and medical emergencies, dial 1995 from any phone. The Anuradhapura Tourist Police office is open 24/7 at +94 25 222 2222. For non-urgent concerns, the local hospital's accident unit can also be reached on +94 25 222 2261.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Anuradhapura, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Coconut Park
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Hnb — 937 m · ~12 min walk — pharmacy · Milan — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) → Hotel Creston Park, Anuradhapura
💡 Negotiate the price before getting in, or book via PickMe app for a fixed rate. The drive takes about 3 hours on the A9 highway.
Anuradhapura New Bus Stand → Hotel Creston Park
💡 After arriving by bus or train, walk 5 mins from the bus stand to the main road and flag a tuk-tuk; say 'Creston Park near Nuwara Wewa' to avoid overcharge.
Colombo Central Bus Stand (Pettah) → Anuradhapura New Bus Stand
💡 Catch an express bus (red/yellow) from Pettah to Anuradhapura; it’s faster and drops you near the New Bus Stand, 2 km from Hotel Creston Park.
Colombo Fort Railway Station → Anuradhapura Railway Station
💡 Take the 06:35 train (Yal Devi express) for reserved seats; second-class AC is worth the extra rupees and avoids sweat on the 4.5-hour journey.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is check-in at Coconut Park?
Check-in at Coconut Park is from null. Check-out is by null.
Top Attractions in Anuradhapura
💡 Visit early morning or late afternoon to avoid heat and crowds. Remove shoes and cover shoulders before entering.
💡 Walk clockwise around the base at sunset for a cool breeze and golden light. Monks here often bless visitors for free.
💡 Best at sunrise or sunset, when fruit bats fly out from trees on the island. Bring binoculars for spotter sightings of cormorants and egrets.
💡 The statue is inside the Abhayagiri monastery complex, which is free to enter. Go on a weekday to have the spot nearly to yourself.
💡 The entry fee is about 200 LKR (under £1). Combine with a walk along the tank bund for free. Arrive before 10am to avoid tour groups.