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Geethani Tourist Home Polonnaruwa

Polonnaruwa

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

M
Mark
From
Austria
Clean rooms and bathrooms. Friendly, helpful host and good food. Bikes can be hired and brought to the home stay and you are over at Polonnaruwa within a few minutes.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 275 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....

L
Leontien
From
Netherlands
I loved this cabin: it's cozy and clean and has a wonderful veranda overlooking the lake. The owner is very helpful and serves a great dinner and breakfast
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 217 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.

R
Rachelle
From
Canada
Clean, great location (very easy to walk or cycle to the ruins) with a beautiful view of the paddy fields.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 642 reviews
Price from
US$20
1 night, 2 adults

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, 94 reviews
Price from
US$17.10
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.

J
Jennifer
From
United Kingdom
I only had one night here but I loved this place. I was given a welcome drink, the room was spotlessly clean, the shower was fantastic, the TV worked, and the bed and pillow were the most comfortable I've had in Sri Lanka. Amazing value for money.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 71 reviews
Price from
US$20
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.

D
Dogan
From
United Kingdom
We loved our stay here. We only had a night which felt like enough for the area but wished we could have stayed longer at their lovely guest house. The couple that run it are so friendly, attentive and we felt right at home. The room was so cosy and tastefully done. We found the bed to be comfortable and really appreciated having a lamp and decorations in the room. The food was so yummy and fresh. We loved the dog Lily as well as the owners. There was just a warm atmosphere and the place felt loved.
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.

K
Katerina
From
Czech Republic
The land lady, and all her family is just incredibly nice and helpful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 392 reviews
Price from
US$21
1 night, 2 adults

Thisara Guest House

Polonnaruwa

Thisara Guest House is located in Polonnaruwa and offers rooms with free Wi-Fi. Featuring an outdoor garden with seating, the guesthouse also has a restaurant and 24-hour front desk.

R
Ravihara
From
Sri Lanka
Owners were friendly and supportive . A Calm and quiet place. Nice location not far from the city.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 155 reviews
Price from
US$20
1 night, 2 adults

Sunshine Guest House

Polonnaruwa

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

a
asim
From
Sweden
A lovely family home and a wonderfully attentive and gentle family. The guest house is quiet, clean, peaceful and just the perfect escape into a simple, quiet, peaceful stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 52 reviews
Price from
US$9.45
1 night, 2 adults

Thambara Resort

Polonnaruwa

Offering a garden and garden view, Thambara Resort is located in Polonnaruwa, 1.2 km from Polonnaruwa Railway Station and 1.4 km from Kaduruwela Jayanthi Piriwena.

S
Sunanda
From
Canada
Comfortable, quiet place to stay for low cost. Very friendly host and caretaker who attend to your requests promptly. Plenty of restaurants and groceries nearby, and close to the Polonnaruwa new town area.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 60 reviews
Price from
US$16.94
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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  • Avg. price/night: US$17
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 65 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 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 275 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$13
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 444 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
  • Avg. price/night: US$24
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 217 reviews
    Great host. Great location.
    Guest review by
    D
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$20
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 155 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