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Sahan Tourist House

Polonnaruwa

Situated within 200 metres of Polonnaruwa Clock Tower and 600 metres of Deepa Uyana, Sahan Tourist House features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Polonnaruwa.

I
Irene
From
Spain
Sahan was super nice host, very helpful and pacient. The room was comfortable and very clean.The location was perfect to explore the old town and the temples. You can rent bikes which is very convenient.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 101 reviews
Price from
US$17.10
1 night, 2 adults

Geethani Tourist Home Polonnaruwa

Polonnaruwa

Boasting garden views, Geethani Tourist Home Polonnaruwa features accommodation with patio, around 200 metres from Polonnaruwa Clock Tower.

s
susan
From
New Zealand
Perfect location for old city. The owner is the loveliest and most helpful person who made us feel so looked after, we loved him! Very clean and comfortable and great value for money. Thanks Viraj!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 278 reviews
Price from
US$21.82
1 night, 2 adults

Sudu Neluma Home Stay

Polonnaruwa

Boasting lake views, Sudu Neluma Home Stay offers accommodation with balcony, around 1.6 km from Polonnaruwa Clock Tower. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

A
Amy
From
China
Great property, large very clean room. Lovely location close to the canal and lake. The family were very nice, super helpful, kind and friendly. The homemade breakfasts and dinners were delicious.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 235 reviews
Price from
US$11.34
1 night, 2 adults

Wildescape Polonnaruwa

Polonnaruwa

Featuring pool views, Wildescape Polonnaruwa in Polonnaruwa features accommodation, an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, a terrace and a restaurant. Complimentary WiFi is available.

A
Annina
From
Switzerland
Excellent hotel, very welcoming. They helped arrange everything, we even had a cooking class and ate the delicious food afterwards. All the people are extremely kind. Would recommend highly.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 226 reviews
Price from
US$32
1 night, 2 adults

Lake Cabin

Polonnaruwa

Located in Polonnaruwa, 2.5 km from Gal Viharaya and 2.9 km from Polonnaruwa Vatadage, Lake Cabin offers air conditioning. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi....

Z
Zoltan
From
Hungary
really authentic. the owner organised us a local dinner, it was very authentic. we were the only guests in the total darkness. only one bulb made some light, it was fantastic. and the next day he provided two bicycles to visit polonnaruwa. please check the brake before using the bike. : )
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 220 reviews
Price from
US$33
1 night, 2 adults

Man Guest Polonnaruwa

Polonnaruwa

Located within 200 metres of Polonnaruwa Clock Tower and 1 km of Deepa Uyana in Polonnaruwa, Man Guest Polonnaruwa offers accommodation with seating area.

N
Nicola
From
United Kingdom
Friendly staff and spotless room. The balcony looking out over the rice paddies was lovely. Rented bikes through them to tour the ancient city. Owner also arranged a eco-park afternoon safari with an excellent driver guide-we had a wonderful elephant experience. Breakfast and dinner were both worthwhile too.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 647 reviews
Price from
US$20
1 night, 2 adults

Binara Home Stay

Polonnaruwa

Situated within 1.5 km of Polonnaruwa Clock Tower and 1.9 km of Deepa Uyana in Polonnaruwa, Binara Home Stay provides accommodation with seating area.

T
Tamara
From
Hungary
Binara and his wife are perfect hosts, I felt fully supported and safe with them. I loved their home cooked meals! The accommodation with a peaceful environment, huge garden is enchanting, quiet, comfortable also close to the ancient ruins and the magical lake. Boat tour on the lake by Nimal is highly recommended, one of my best experience here in Sri Lanka.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 131 reviews
Price from
US$12.60
1 night, 2 adults

EKHO Lake House - From Colonial Bungalow to Royal Retreat

Polonnaruwa

Situated in the heart of Polonnaruwa and overlooking the panoramic Parakrama Samudraya, The Lake House provides a peaceful getaway featuring elegantly furnished rooms and free internet access.

D
Dana_Gi
From
Belgium
Amazing staff and a great restaurant. Great location as well.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 342 reviews
Price from
US$201.96
1 night, 2 adults

Tishan Holiday Resort

Hotel in Polonnaruwa

Tishan Holiday Resort is located in Bendiwewa in the region of Polonnaruwa. The archaeological area is 3.5 km away from Tishan Hotel. Hotel features a year-round outdoor pool and sun terrace.

L
Laura
From
Netherlands
The garden of the hotel is exceptional, there are so many beautiful flowers & you’ll see chipmunks and lots of beautiful birds around. The pool is just amazing and you can hang literally (!) between the palm trees. The dinner (curry) and breakfast are just exceptional. You won’t be hungry for a long time! We booked the Polonnaruwa tempel 4 hour tour with an English guide and tuktuk, which we can highly recommend. The manager and his family are all super friendly and helpful in case of questions for next steps of your travel
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 844 reviews
Price from
US$16
1 night, 2 adults

Pearl White Residency-VILLA

Polonnaruwa

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Pearl White Residency-VILLA is located in Polonnaruwa. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

N
Nigamuni
From
United Kingdom
We are a family from the UK who visited Sri Lanka for a holiday. While searching for a good apartment or villa near the temples and relics in the Polonnaruwa area, we came across this little gem. Pearl White was one of only two properties available for our chosen dates. At first, we were a bit hesitant to book, as it was a recently listed property with just two reviews, both from local visitors. However, I decided to reach out to the property, and I was able to connect directly with the owner, Sisira. He was kind enough to explain the facilities in detail and share valuable insights about the place. Our conversation gave us a very good understanding and helped build our confidence in choosing Pearl White over the other options. It turned out to be a fantastic decision! We thoroughly enjoyed our two-night stay and we booked the entire villa. The location is excellent, very close to the town centre and major heritage sites. The villa itself is spacious, cozy, and exceptionally clean from the beds and linen to the toilets. Everything was well-maintained. We found every little convenience available, from matchboxes and a lit barbecue to massage bathtubs. I highly recommend this property without any hesitation, and we would definitely love to return. Special thanks to Sisira for taking such good care of us and always being reachable via WhatsApp whenever we needed anything.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$117.60
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 647 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 844 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 101 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 342 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 387 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 266 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 226 reviews

Save money on accommodation in Polonnaruwa and nearby – budget options available

Siyanco Holiday Resort

Polonnaruwa
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 171 reviews

Situated in Polonnaruwa, 700 metres from Deepa Uyana, Siyanco Holiday Resort features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

From US$45 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 27 reviews

Situated in Polonnaruwa, 1.9 km from Polonnaruwa Clock Tower, Heritage Villa Polonnaruwa features accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From US$11.10 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 77 reviews

Set in Polonnaruwa, 1.5 km from Polonnaruwa Clock Tower, Hotel Siyathma polonnaruwa offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

From US$18 per night

Ruins Chaaya Hotel

Polonnaruwa
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 56 reviews

Situated in Polonnaruwa, 1.5 km from Polonnaruwa Clock Tower, Ruins Chaaya Hotel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From US$55 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 60 reviews

Situated in the ancient city of Polonnaruwa, Mahanuge Hotel features an outdoor swimming pool and houses a restaurant. Guests also enjoy free Wi-Fi access at all public areas of the hotel.

Hotel Lake Park

Polonnaruwa
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 387 reviews

Located in Polonnaruwa, 3.2 km from Gal Viharaya, Hotel Lake Park provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

From US$46 per night

Hotel Sudu Araliya

Polonnaruwa
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 266 reviews

Featuring an outdoor pool, sauna and a fitness centre, Hotel Sudu Araliya is situated close to the banks of Parakrama Reservoir. It operates a 24-hour front desk and provides free parking in site.

From US$80.64 per night

Sunrise Lake Resort

Polonnaruwa
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Sunrise Lake Resort, a property with a bar, is located in Polonnaruwa, 4.3 km from Polonnaruwa Vatadage, 4.7 km from Gal Viharaya, as well as 4.8 km from Nelum Pokuna Lotus Pond.

From US$65.49 per night

Enjoy breakfast in Polonnaruwa and nearby

Dilshan Guest

Polonnaruwa
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 57 reviews

Offering a garden and lake view, Dilshan Guest is located in Polonnaruwa, 400 metres from Deepa Uyana and 200 metres from Polonnaruwa Clock Tower.

From US$10 per night

ARANI HOMESTAY

Polonnaruwa
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 95 reviews

Offering a garden and garden view, ARANI HOMESTAY is set in Polonnaruwa, less than 1 km from Deepa Uyana and a 14-minute walk from Polonnaruwa Vatadage.

From US$19.80 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 82 reviews

Located in Polonnaruwa, 200 metres from Polonnaruwa Clock Tower, Canal Side Guest House Polonnaruwa provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

From US$14 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

Set in Polonnaruwa, 300 metres from Polonnaruwa Clock Tower, Ancient Village offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From US$27.75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 85 reviews

Set just 700 metres from Polonnaruwa Clock Tower, Rock Cascade Tourist Home & Cookery School provides accommodation in Polonnaruwa with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a shared kitchen...

From US$17 per night

Aruna homestay

Polonnaruwa
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 34 reviews

Set in Polonnaruwa, near Polonnaruwa Clock Tower, Deepa Uyana and Polonnaruwa Vatadage, Aruna homestay has a garden. Boasting a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace.

From US$20.54 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 34 reviews

Located in Polonnaruwa, less than 1 km from Deepa Uyana, Deer Garden Guest provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From US$10.05 per night

Set in Polonnaruwa, 1.5 km from Deepa Uyana, Nature park hotel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant.

From US$27.75 per night

Great access to the city centre. Check these accommodation in Polonnaruwa and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 445 reviews

Situated just 700 metres from Deepa Uyana, Thisal Guest House provides accommodation in Polonnaruwa with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as room service.

From US$13 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 53 reviews

Set in Polonnaruwa and only 400 metres from Deepa Uyana, Sunshine Guest House offers accommodation with lake views, free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$11.66 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 393 reviews

Set within 200 metres of Polonnaruwa Clock Tower and 600 metres of Deepa Uyana, Radha Tourist Home offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Polonnaruwa.

From US$21 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

Located just 300 metres from Polonnaruwa Clock Tower, The Lavish Polonnaruwa features accommodation in Polonnaruwa with access to a garden, a terrace, as well as full-day security.

From US$12.21 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Situated within 500 metres of Deepa Uyana and 600 metres of Polonnaruwa Clock Tower, Janapriya Lake Resort features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Polonnaruwa.

From US$24.98 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 32 reviews

Set within 400 metres of Polonnaruwa Clock Tower and 1.2 km of Deepa Uyana in Polonnaruwa, Jayaru Guest House features accommodation with seating area.

From US$12 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 89 reviews

Featuring a patio with garden views, a garden and a shared lounge, Sanctuary Cove Guest House can be found in Polonnaruwa, close to Polonnaruwa Clock Tower and 1.2 km from Deepa Uyana.

From US$18 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 66 reviews

Located just 700 metres from Polonnaruwa Clock Tower, Villa Ravichini features accommodation in Polonnaruwa with access to a garden, a bar, as well as a housekeeping service.

From US$17 per night

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Avg. price/night: US$16
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 844 reviews
We had a lovely stay at Tishan thanks to the wonderful staff. Excellent location away from the busy road but still very close to the ancient city of Pollonawura. The absolute highlight is the (disco)pool, which our kids thoroughly enjoyed. Good breakfast, four-star hotel-like service and nice rooms. We would highly recommend this accommodation to anyone.
Guest review by
Roderik
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$80.64
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 266 reviews
Hotel Sudu Araliya in Polonnaruwa is known for its serene atmosphere, comfortable accommodations, and excellent service. Visitors often appreciate the hotel's convenient location near the ancient ruins of Polonnaruwa, making it a great base for exploring the area. The lush greenery surrounding the hotel adds to its charm, creating a peaceful retreat for guests.
Guest review by
Ayesha
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$14
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 235 reviews
we chose this accommodation to stay while visiting Polonnaruwa town for an archaeological expedition. I think it is actually the best Home stay in Polonnaruwa city.❤️ That place is so quiet and healing. The owner and family were very friendly and eager to meet all our requests immediately.
Guest review by
EraNga 🔘
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$55
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 56 reviews
Ruins is one of the best experiences I have ever had. The staff is very nice. The food, the rooms are amazing. I invite all local and foreign people to come here and have fun. Located outside the city, it is a quiet and pleasant place to stay. In all respects, Ruins is a beautiful hotel located in Polonnaruwa. I am thankful to all the employees including the management for helping to make my holiday beautiful.
Guest review by
creation
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$22
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 647 reviews
Great stay in city centre. Few minutes walk to ruins and good restaurants. Amazing, clean accommodation with view on the rice fields right from the bed 😍 And the breakfast is huge and so delicious. It’s must try. We felt like home.
Guest review by
Zuzana
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$14
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 235 reviews
One of the best accomodation I stayed in Sri Lanka. The host is extremely helpful and organized a Safari for me. The room was clean and looked much better than I expected for that price. They allowed me to check in early and rent a bike for a cheap price to explore the ancient city. Would highly recommend!
Guest review by
David
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$16
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 844 reviews
We had a great time at the Tishan Holiday Resort. We stayed in the two bungalows at the pool and can only recommend it. The owners are very friendly and try to help in any way they can. 100% recommend
Guest review by
Maaike
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$14
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 235 reviews
Very quiet and beautiful stay. Spacious room with bathroom and terrace. Friendly and helpful hosts. Very tasty and big homemade dinner (rice and curry). Reasonable price to rent a good bike. Totally recommend to stay and relax. Not far from the old city ( you can go on bike around a lake - very nice ride, also great place to watch sunset and it is just behind the accomodation)
Guest review by
Ftačníková
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$16
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 844 reviews
Everything ☺️ The staff are super helpful and don’t mind spending time to explain things and impart knowledge. We arrived after lunch time due to rain delays, and the manager made a plan for lunch without making us feel we were a bother. Delicious food 😋 and comfortable accommodation 👍🏻 A definite must stay when en route or even a few days to relax next to the pool. The garden is lush and tranquil 🌹🙏🏼
Guest review by
Corrie Howard
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$46
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 387 reviews
Excellent place to spend your vacation.All the staff members are very friendly and helpful. I enjoyed my stay at Lake Park. Thank you.
Guest review by
Anura
Solo traveller