5/5 - Excellent
Prasanna
An ancient city with lots of historical foorprints.
Polonnaruwa
Travel Guide
Visit Polonnaruwa
Where to stay in Polonnaruwa
Kaduruwela
While there might not be top attractions in Kaduruwela, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Polonnaruwa Archaeological Museum and Parakrama Samudra.
Hotel Sudu Araliya
New Town, Polonnaruwa, North Central Province
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Polonnaruwa. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Polonnaruwa Archaeological ...
7/10 Good! (47 reviews)
Nice Hotel
"Nice place. Better than the pictures"
Reviewed on 25 July 2025
EKHO Lake House Polonnaruwa
Pothgula Mawatha, Polonnaruwa, North Central Province
The price is AED 1,016 per night from Oct 1 to Oct 2
AED 1,016
AED 1,331 total
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Polonnaruwa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Polonnaruwa Archaeological Museum and Shiva ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (50 reviews)
"I would recommend this place to everyone. I have no complaints and had a great experience!"
Reviewed on 3 February 2025
Heritance Kandalama
Kandalama Lake front, Kandalama
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 471 per night from Oct 12 to Oct 13
AED 471
AED 632 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kandalama. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (646 reviews)
"One of the best hotels I have ever stayed in. The Geoffrey Bawa design is stunning. Incredible views. Great location. Feels like you’re in the jungle. Staff were brilliant. The buffet food was delicious."
Reviewed on 19 August 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Pearl White Residency-Villa
Polonnaruwa
Stay at this vacation home in Polonnaruwa. Enjoy laundry facilities, air conditioning, and a hot tub. Popular attractions Tivanka Image House and Gal Viharaya ...
Lakes Edge Vacation Bungalow
Polonnaruwa
Stay at this vacation home in Polonnaruwa. Enjoy free WiFi and a garden. Popular attractions Hatadage and Nissanka Latha Mandapaya are located nearby.
Back of Beyond - Pidurangala
Kurulu Uyana, Pidurangala, Sigiriya, Sigiriya
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly villa in Sigiriya. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Pidurangala Rock and Ancient City ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (53 reviews)
"I loved the onsite Loris walk at night. The staff were also very friendly."
Reviewed on 22 April 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Lankatilaka Temple
After visiting Lankatilaka Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Polonnaruwa. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the biking trails.
Gal Pota
Find out about the history of Polonnaruwa when you take a trip to Gal Pota. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the biking trails.
Kiri Vihara Temple
After visiting Kiri Vihara Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Polonnaruwa. Amble around the area's lakeside, or seek out its biking trails.
Polonnaruwa Archaeological Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Polonnaruwa Archaeological Museum during your trip to Polonnaruwa. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the biking trails.
Polonnaruwa Vatadage
After visiting Polonnaruwa Vatadage, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Polonnaruwa. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the biking trails.
Gal Viharaya
You can find out about the history of Nissankamallapura when you stop by Gal Viharaya. Amble around the area's lakeside, or seek out its biking trails.
Reviews of Polonnaruwa
4.3
Top Destination
- Polonnaruwa Archaeological Museum
- Polonnaruwa Vatadage
- Hatadage
- Gal Viharaya
- Lankatilaka Temple
- Tivanka Image House
- Gal Pota
- Nissanka Latha Mandapaya
- Rankot Vihara
- Shiva Devalaya
- Pabula Vihara
- Buddha Seema Prasada
- Kiri Vihara Temple
- Ancient City of Sigiriya
- Pidurangala Rock
- Minneriya National Park
- Sigiriya Museum
- Wasgamuwa National Park
- Maduru Oya National Park
- Kaudulla National Park
- Base Hospital Dehiattakandiya
- Parakrama Samudra
- Giritale Wewa
- Mahaweli Play Ground
