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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.

T
Ten Dem
From
Vietnam
Sahan Guest House was an awesome find! The welcome was warm and genuine — I was even greeted with a refreshing welcome drink, which was a great touch after a long trip. The room was super clean, air-conditioned, and really comfortable. WiFi was fast and reliable, which was perfect for planning my day trips and staying connected. The location is perfect — right in the city, close to everything, and just a short ride to the ancient city. Super convenient if you’re exploring the cultural sites nearby. There’s also fast food and other restaurants nearby if you’re craving a quick bite. Honestly, the hospitality here is top-notch. Sahan and the team really care about their guests. I felt safe, relaxed, and very well taken care of. Highly recommended for anyone visiting the area!🍹🇻🇳
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 143 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.

l
lucas
From
France
Lovely host. Delicious dinner and breakfast. You can rent bikes directly here. I recommended this place if you want to go to the ruins 👌
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 283 reviews
Price from
US$21.82
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....

T
Tania
From
India
Loved the attention and care given. Loved the meals would like to thank Sanka and his wife for their hospitality. Also the little cat that kept us company. And the excellent birdwatching and boat ride. They accommodated my friends fasting times and woke up early to make her breakfast and take us out also arranged all our transport in the city and to sigriya.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 226 reviews
Price from
US$24
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.

V
Vanesa
From
Bulgaria
They greeted us very warmly and kindly. The hostess was on hand for our every need. The breakfasts were delicious and the room was clean and comfortable. I highly recommend!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 659 reviews
Price from
US$20
1 night, 2 adults

Risenlak Holiday Resort

Polonnaruwa

Set within 1.2 km of Polonnaruwa Clock Tower and 1.7 km of Deepa Uyana in Polonnaruwa, Risenlak Holiday Resort offers accommodation with seating area.

A
Anastasija
From
Denmark
Room is very big, with comfortable beds. Very quiet location. Hot water works very well, there is even a toothpaste. WiFi works very well. We had no mosquitoes. To the historical part you can cycle by bicycle , there is a path, you don’t have to cycle on the highway. The juices are very tasty.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 72 reviews
Price from
US$20
1 night, 2 adults

Jayaru Guest House

Polonnaruwa

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.

P
Petra
From
Czech Republic
Nice air-conditioned apartments in a beautiful shady garden. The apartments are located close to the sights, the lake and shops, but far enough from the busy main street. The host was very attentive and willing to help us with anything and completely arranged a safari for us, including transportation. He also lent us bikes, which we used to ride around the lake one day and the next day to ride through the historical ruins. We spent 3 nights in the villa and it was a wonderful experience that we highly recommend to everyone.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 34 reviews
Price from
US$12
1 night, 2 adults

Sanctuary Cove Guest House

Polonnaruwa

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.

N
Nina
From
Germany
Very kind and welcoming hosts 🥰🫶🏽 Had a wonderful time staying here and felt right at home! Their dog Lily is also a sweetheart!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 89 reviews
Price from
US$18
1 night, 2 adults

Radha Tourist Home

Polonnaruwa

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.

S
Simona
From
Lithuania
Everything was very cozy, clean. Was hot water, toilet paper, air conditioning, very very hospitality owners. Best wishes for them! Food was really tasty.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 393 reviews
Price from
US$21
1 night, 2 adults

Thisal Guest House

Polonnaruwa

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.

L
LITA
From
Malaysia
Excellent. Soon, cooks delicious vegetarian meals. Very helpful and conveys warm hospitality. Near to the Archeological Museum and ticketing counter. is nearby.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 448 reviews
Price from
US$9.90
1 night, 2 adults

Ariya Rest & Ayurveda spa

Polonnaruwa

Situated within 49 km of Pidurangala Rock and 50 km of Sigiriya Rock, Ariya Rest & Ayurveda spa provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Polonnaruwa.

A
Arthur
From
France
A wonderful stay at Ariya ! The hosts are very friendly and dedicated to make your stay enjoyable ! Special mention to the dishes that are delightful and of course to the spa and the Ayurvedic treatments that are splendid ! Very nice stay, with very nice people, would 100% recommend
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 106 reviews
Price from
US$2
1 night, 2 adults
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Warm and welcoming guest houses are ideal for travellers who prefer unfussy accommodation with a personal touch. They are usually family-run, and your host will provide local recommendations and optional meals. Often cheaper than regular hotels, guest houses can also feature a cosy living room and a garden.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
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Avg. price/night: US$17
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 68 reviews
Great location very close to ancient city ticket office. Great host family - attentive and gave local advice. Appreciated the air con which worked super well. Awesome breakfast - of our best so far.
Guest review by
John
Group
Avg. price/night: US$21.82
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 283 reviews
great hosts who helped us with cycle hire for the ancient city and onward transport. The property is tucked away from the main road so is quiet but close to the ancient city entrance. Very reasonably priced for what you get.
Guest review by
Rachel
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$16
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 448 reviews
The guest house is a great location, just down the road from the ancient city and I rented a bike to go and explore it. Food was amazing from the host, some of the best I had in Sri Lanka. I would definitely recommend a stay. Especially as a solo traveller it was a nice break for two nights.
Guest review by
Rebecca
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 227 reviews
Great host. Great location.
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D
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$20
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 154 reviews
Very cute, family run guest house close to the ruins. Lovely hosts, quiet, terrific breakfast (and dinner with much-needed beer upon request). Highly recommended.
Guest review by
Mark
Solo traveller
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