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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.

D
Diana Mihaela
From
Romania
-really nice garden -super clean pool -friendly staff -amazing food
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 845 reviews
Price from
US$16
1 night, 2 adults

White Shine Hotel

Hotel in Polonnaruwa

Located in Polonnaruwa, 49 km from Pidurangala Rock, White Shine Hotel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

C
Cabrita
From
Portugal
White Shine Hotel, a very plesant place to stay. Good hospitality. Marvellous breakfast and dinner. The couple who own this hotel are very friendly, helpful, and welcoming.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$13
1 night, 2 adults

Pearl White Residency-HOTEL

Hotel in Polonnaruwa

Situated in Polonnaruwa, 49 km from Pidurangala Rock, Pearl White Residency-HOTEL features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

M
Malshi
From
Australia
I spent two nights at the Pearl White Residency hotel with my entire family. The hotel room is exceptionally modern and well-maintained, with immaculate cleanliness. Mr. Sisira was incredibly helpful throughout our stay. From the welcome drink to checkout, everything was customized to meet our requests and the weather conditions. The food was delicious and catered to our preferences. He is very friendly and accommodating, providing recommendations for places to visit around Polonnaruwa and sharing his knowledge, which made our stay even more memorable. I highly recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a peaceful stay near the Polonnaruwa pilgrimage sites.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews
Price from
US$27
1 night, 2 adults

New Gama Guest

Hotel in Polonnaruwa

Located in Polonnaruwa, 49 km from Pidurangala Rock, New Gama Guest provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

A
Angela
From
Australia
The host, Mina, is exceptionally kind. She wants all her guests to be happy, comfortable and 'well feed'!!! Her cooking is also exceptional. The accommodation is simple, in a good way. I can well understand why people stay longer. Others become life-long friends. I hope to be one of these. A wonderful experience.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Price from
US$6
1 night, 2 adults

Kithmi Resort

Hotel in Polonnaruwa

Situated in Polonnaruwa, 48 km from Pidurangala Rock, Kithmi Resort features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant.

D
Dorukhan
From
Turkey
Kithmi was the highlight of our trip! It felt like home from the moment we arrived. Hemantha and his sister were amazing hosts, they helped us with every little detail of our stay and cooked delicious food. We told them we love local breakfasts and then the following mornings they cooked us hoppers and dal etc. so if you like it local make sure you say so! WiFi was excellent and AC was perfect. Room very clean and comfortable. We enjoyed sitting on the balcony watching the monkeys! Weather was lovely in July. If you’re short on time you could do Pollonaruwa in one day. The ancient city tour in the morning 8-12 and then safari (Mineriya or Kaudulla) in the afternoon 1-6. Not too much else to do in the area aside from reading and eating good local food. Highly recommend this place and we would visit again!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 93 reviews
Price from
US$23
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Lake Park

Hotel in Polonnaruwa

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.

l
laurent
From
France
The hotel is the best located in the city, just on the lake perfect for mature lovers who will see plenty of birds and maybe some elephants if you are lucky. The hotel manager is extremely nice and ready to help you for anything you may need. Nice room directly on the lake and breakfast
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 404 reviews
Price from
US$48
1 night, 2 adults

Seyara Holiday Resort

Hotel in Polonnaruwa

Offering a restaurant, free Wi-Fi access and a spacious outdoor terrace, Seyara Holiday Resort is located in Polonnaruwa just 7 km from Polonnaruwa Railway Station.

E
Exotic Spy
From
Romania
The pool was big and clean. The room was big and clean. The staff was incredibly supportive and friendly (e.g. when I left from them they offered me a free ride to the closest bus stop and stopped the right bus for me).
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 459 reviews
Price from
US$16.20
1 night, 2 adults

Jungle View Guest

Hotel in Polonnaruwa

Situated in Polonnaruwa, 1.8 km from Gal Viharaya, Jungle View Guest features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

D
Deborah
From
United Kingdom
Spacious rooms, comfortable beds, friendly host, jungle view.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews
Price from
US$9
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Sanhida Polonnaruwa

Hotel in Polonnaruwa

Located in Polonnaruwa, 1.8 km from Polonnaruwa Clock Tower, Hotel Sanhida Polonnaruwa provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant.

C
Chandrasekara
From
Sri Lanka
Breakfast was good. It was a classic Sri Lanka breakfast. Felt like home food. The room was spacious and clean. Hot water was working well. friendly owner. Nice calm small garden.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews
Price from
US$17
1 night, 2 adults

Senanayaka Holiday Inn

Hotel in Polonnaruwa

Situated in Polonnaruwa, 2 km from Polonnaruwa Clock Tower, Senanayaka Holiday Inn features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

S
Sahan
From
Sri Lanka
This is a very quiet and peaceful place. The room was also very comfortable. The staff were very kind and supportive. It is an ideal place to relax both mentally and physically. Although we came for just one day, we felt like staying for a few more days.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
Price from
US$12
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotels with airport shuttles in Polonnaruwa

Airport shuttle
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews
From US$118.61 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 93 reviews
From US$23 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 40 reviews
From US$25 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews
From US$11.10 per night
Airport shuttle
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 459 reviews
From US$18 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 404 reviews
From US$50 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews
From US$32.40 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 845 reviews
From US$16 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews
From US$25 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 78 reviews
From US$22 per night

Most booked hotels in Polonnaruwa and surroundings in the past month

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 46 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 845 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 389 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 459 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 271 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 404 reviews

Hotels located in the centre of Polonnaruwa

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 448 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$16 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 59 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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 56 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$12.43 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - 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 7.2
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$40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 11 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$14.43 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 81 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 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

Budget hotels in Polonnaruwa and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 26 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 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 78 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$22 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.9
Passable - What previous guests thought, 55 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 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 404 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$50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 271 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$198.40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 459 reviews

Offering a restaurant, free Wi-Fi access and a spacious outdoor terrace, Seyara Holiday Resort is located in Polonnaruwa just 7 km from Polonnaruwa Railway Station.

From US$18 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Offering a garden and garden view, Hotel Sanjana & Restaurant is located in Polonnaruwa, 3.9 km from Polonnaruwa Clock Tower and 4.1 km from Deepa Uyana.

From US$33.30 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

Miracle Resorts & Villas features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a restaurant and bar in Polonnaruwa. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace.

From US$135.70 per night

Best hotels with breakfast in Polonnaruwa and nearby

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 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 48 reviews

Boasting a patio with garden views, a garden and a bar, My Home Guest can be found in Polonnaruwa, close to Polonnaruwa Clock Tower and 1.4 km from Deepa Uyana.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.0
Passable - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Senuri Homestay in Polonnaruwa provides adults-only accommodation with a garden and a shared lounge. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

From US$15 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 89 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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 37 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 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 38 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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 46 reviews

Situated in Polonnaruwa, within 2.3 km of Polonnaruwa Clock Tower and 2.6 km of Deepa Uyana, Aura Villa features accommodation with a garden and as well as free private parking for guests who drive.

From US$28 per night

FAQs about hotels in Polonnaruwa

What guests said about Polonnaruwa:

10

Half a day was enough as the sun was out and draining.

Half a day was enough as the sun was out and draining. At the last stop in Polonnaruwa where you have the temple there was a young man sketching and painting. There was also an older gentleman selling Neem & Jamun tree wood containers and tumblers for keeping water in the night and drinking in the morning Neem for better all over health & Jamun for decreasing blood sugar.
Guest review by
PRATIBHA
India
10

The ancient city of Polonnaruwa has a lot to offer to the...

The ancient city of Polonnaruwa has a lot to offer to the tourists who want to know about the history of Sri Lanka. It has so many ruins and monuments to view, and especially marvel at the stone crafting abilities of ancient Sri Lankans who have created so many buddhist states and artistic monuments by using rocks. Definitely a trip to add to your bucket list.
Guest review by
Vidane
United Kingdom
6.0

The ancient ruins are a wonder to visit.

The ancient ruins are a wonder to visit. Some great knowledgeable guides available. A few crooks about aggressively selling their Tuk Tuk and bicycle hire to be beware of. Our guide was sadly threatened and intimidated by these bullysome men.
Guest review by
Chappell
10

We were very impressed with the ruins of the ancient city.

We were very impressed with the ruins of the ancient city. And we were stunned by the sophistication and scale of this long ago kingdom. The Technology Museum was also superb. We think everyone should go to Polannaruwa.
Guest review by
Bee Dawson
New Zealand
10

Ruins is one of the best experiences I have ever had.

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
Nipun
8.0

The site seeing of historical places were the best.

The site seeing of historical places were the best. Most of the time we ate at the hotel and visited some locals and shared a meal with them. We hired a vehicle during the tour, This gave us the flexibility to get around. Net time I'll try to get there in the cooler months, mid December.
Guest review by
Ian
Australia

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From US$19 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 80 reviews
Clean, Comfortable, and Family-Friendly – Just Like Our Own Home Our stay at Honey Tree Polonnaruwa was wonderful! The pool was crystal clear and even had a safe area for small children. With only six rooms, the atmosphere was quiet and private — perhaps the only hotel in Polonnaruwa with a pool for such a small number of guests. The rooms were very comfortable, the food was delicious, and the staff were warm and welcoming. Excellent value for money!
Guest review by
gabriel
France
From US$1,575.80 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 354 reviews
Gorgeous location overlooking the lake and directly across the street from the archeology museum. Attentive service. Fantastic Sri Lankan curry served in an Inviting dining room. Gracious service. Expert management who helped us hire great tuk tuk driver with excellent English for a late afternoon tour after the crowds had gone. This hotel was the high point of our trip to Sri Lanka so far.
Guest review by
Dena
United States
From US$198.40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 271 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
Sri Lanka
From US$34 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 228 reviews
Very friendly and helpful host, offered us a lot of tips about Polonnaruwa, rented us bikes, organized Tuktuk when we needed it and helped us with continuing our journey. He also gave us his phone number and said we could contact him anytime if we need help in Sri Lanka. Highly recommended!
Guest review by
Jassin
Germany
From US$30 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 98 reviews
Great hotel. Super nice pool with plenty of shade and seating. Very attentive staff who couldn't do enough for you. Included breakfast was top notch. Set you up for the day. We had dinner there one night and it also was very nice. Rooms large and clean.
Guest review by
Brett
Australia