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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.

S
SHANTHA NAMAL PERERA
From
Australia
“I had a great one-night stay at [Hotel Name]. The room was clean, comfortable, and well-maintained, with all the amenities I needed for a short visit. The staff were friendly and attentive, ensuring a smooth check-in and check-out process. Despite being a brief stay, I appreciated the quiet environment and cozy ambiance.The location was convenient, close to key attractions and transportation. Overall, it was a hassle-free and enjoyable experience. Highly recommend for short stays!”
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 274 reviews
Price from
US$21.82
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

H
Hannah van Dijk
From
Netherlands
Great place to stay! The family was really kind and they took great care of me. Dinner and breakfast was a lot and very tasty, the room is clean and spacious and they are more than happy to help you out with transportation and tour arrangements. I had a lovely stay:)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 236 reviews
Price from
US$12.60
1 night, 2 adults
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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....

E
Erwin
From
Belgium
Review: An Unforgettable Stay at Lake Cabin Our stay at Lake Cabin was absolutely magical! The view was the most breathtaking we have ever seen— view of swimming monkeys, water buffalo, and countless beautiful birds was an experience we will never forget. The owner was amazing—so friendly and welcoming. He went above and beyond to make our stay perfect. He even brought us breakfast at 5 AM before our early morning safari, which was incredibly kind and thoughtful. We also highly recommend the cooking class hosted by his sister and niece. It was a fantastic experience, and we learned so much about local cuisine while enjoying a warm and friendly atmosphere. If you're looking for a place with stunning nature, exceptional hospitality, and unique experiences, Lake Cabin is the perfect choice!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 213 reviews
Price from
US$28
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

A
Adriana
From
Poland
Very clean and comfortable room with air conditioning. We had a long, tiring day before we arrived and it was a big relief to rest in a nice place and have a hot shower. The view from the terrace is amazing.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 626 reviews
Price from
US$20
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

m
margaret
From
Australia
Beautiful location in a garden with fruit trees and flowers. Our hosts were a very charming family. We ate delicious breakfast and dinners on the balcony. Guest accommodation upstairs and private, my sister and I had two very good rooms facing onto the garden. Close enough to ride bikes ( provided) to the Ancient City. Credit cards accepted.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews
Price from
US$9
1 night, 2 adults
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Aruna homestay

Polonnaruwa

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.

D
Dumitrita
From
Belgium
Very kind and joyful hosts. Great terrace and newly renovated room.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 27 reviews
Price from
US$18.50
1 night, 2 adults
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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, 63 reviews
Price from
US$13
1 night, 2 adults
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New Haven Polonnaruwa

Polonnaruwa

Featuring garden views, New Haven Polonnaruwa features accommodation with balcony, around 49 km from Pidurangala Rock.

D
Daniel
From
Spain
New Haven Polonnaruwa has been, by far, the best guesthouse I've been in my whole trip. The place is brand new, extremely comfortable and clean. It is also decorated with good taste. The exterior area, still under construction, is spaceous, and has a lot of possibilities. It has a traditional kitchen built in clay, and an area to have breakfast/lunch/dinner very cozy and nice. Congratulations to the chef! Food is so good! The owner, Iran, puts a lot of love on the project. Also he has shown me his amazing paddy field, we've collected coconuts together and do not worry if the place doesn't have a swimming pool (yet), because he took me to a canal for a nice swim very near from the place.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews
Price from
US$12
1 night, 2 adults
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Villa Ravichini

Polonnaruwa

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.

J
John
From
Australia
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.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 64 reviews
Price from
US$17
1 night, 2 adults
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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, 71 reviews
Price from
US$20
1 night, 2 adults
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Travellers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. This simple accommodation is in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 439 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$11 per night

  • Dilshan Guest

    Polonnaruwa
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    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$8.63 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 51 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$9.71 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 94 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

  • Pilgrims Rest

    Polonnaruwa
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.0
    Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    Situated in Polonnaruwa with Polonnaruwa Clock Tower and Deepa Uyana nearby, Pilgrims Rest features accommodation with free private parking.

    From US$8.49 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 385 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 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 3 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

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 3 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

  • Thambara Resort

    Polonnaruwa
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 60 reviews

    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.

    From US$10.05 per night

  • My Home Guest

    Polonnaruwa
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 50 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.

  • Senuri Homestay

    Polonnaruwa
    Budget options available
    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.

  • Sunset Tourist Home

    Polonnaruwa
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 64 reviews

    Set within 1.5 km of Polonnaruwa Clock Tower and 1.9 km of Deepa Uyana in Polonnaruwa, Sunset Tourist Home provides accommodation with seating area.

  • Lake Cabin

    Polonnaruwa
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 213 reviews

    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.

    From US$24 per night

  • Kumari Guest House

    Polonnaruwa
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 80 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, Kumari Guest House is located in Polonnaruwa, 1.7 km from Gal Viharaya and 2.4 km from Nelum Pokuna Lotus Pond.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 37 reviews

    Situated in Polonnaruwa, Priyanna Guest, Forest view features accommodation with private pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive.

    From US$12.75 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 84 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 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 66 reviews

    Located within less than 1 km of Gal Viharaya and a 17-minute walk of Polonnaruwa Vatadage in Polonnaruwa, River Nature Park offers accommodation with seating area.

    From US$12 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Set in Polonnaruwa, within 1.8 km of Gal Viharaya and 2.2 km of Polonnaruwa Vatadage, Eco Paradise Guest House offers accommodation with a garden as well as free private parking for guests who drive.

    From US$18.87 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 78 reviews

    Located within less than 1 km of Gal Viharaya and 2 km of Polonnaruwa Vatadage, Livinginn Polonnaruwa provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Polonnaruwa.

    From US$14 per night

  • Udesh Guest

    Polonnaruwa
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews

    Located within 1.3 km of Gal Viharaya and 2.1 km of Nelum Pokuna Lotus Pond in Polonnaruwa, Udesh Guest features accommodation with seating area.

    From US$13 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 1.0
    Bad - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Situated within less than 1 km of Polonnaruwa Railway Station and a 11-minute walk of Kaduruwela Jayanthi Piriwena, Rice Villa Retreat features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in...

    From US$34.97 per night

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  • Rock Cascade Tourist Home & Cookery School

    Homestay in Polonnaruwa
    Avg. price/night: US$17
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 84 reviews
    The host, Nishanthi, was absolutely amazing. From the moment we stepped into the homestay we felt welcome. She prepared us an amazing breakfast every morning and an incredible dinner, showing us how it was made from her kitchen.
    Guest review by
    Alex
    Young couple

  • Man Guest Polonnaruwa

    Homestay in Polonnaruwa
    Avg. price/night: US$22
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 626 reviews
    Very nice host family. We had dinner and breakfast at the location which was very good.
    Guest review by
    Robin
    Young couple

  • Sudu Neluma Home Stay

    Homestay in Polonnaruwa
    Avg. price/night: US$14
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 236 reviews
    Homestay is very good with nice, smiling and caring owners. You can order delicious breakfast and dinner, add air condition, rent a bikes or car - everything what you need. The place is in quiet area.
    Guest review by
    Anna
    Family with young children

  • Sanctuary Cove Guest House

    Homestay in Polonnaruwa
    Avg. price/night: US$18
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 88 reviews
    Super lovely hosts, great location, comfortable room and clean. Excellent value for money
    Guest review by
    Benjamin
    Young couple

  • Man Guest Polonnaruwa

    Homestay in Polonnaruwa
    Avg. price/night: US$22
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 626 reviews
    Nilusha was a great host, she made us feel soo welcome. The place was spotless overlooking beautiful rice fields with great Internet where I could work on video calls during the day with no issues. I also recommend the buffet breakfast! Thanks again.
    Guest review by
    Steve
    People with friends

  • Villa Ravichini

    Homestay in Polonnaruwa
    Avg. price/night: US$17
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 64 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

  • Sudu Neluma Home Stay

    Homestay in Polonnaruwa
    Avg. price/night: US$14
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 236 reviews
    The room was comfortable and I slept very well. It is easy to visit the ancient town from here. The homestay owner is really accommodating and made me feel really welcome and cared for. The food was amazing and portions were generous.
    Guest review by
    Nicole
    Solo traveller

  • Thisal Guest House

    Homestay in Polonnaruwa
    Avg. price/night: US$11
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 439 reviews
    Great homestay and staff The food was the best of the trip and the safari amazing!
    Guest review by
    Monica
    People with friends

  • Sudu Neluma Home Stay

    Homestay in Polonnaruwa
    Avg. price/night: US$14
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 236 reviews
    Beautiful, spacious room with AC available for a small additional cost which was very welcome in the humidity! Lovely host family who arranged us transportation from our previous location and dropped us at the bus stop too for our onward journey. We explored the ruins on bicycles you can rent from the property and we had delicious dinner and breakfast. Would 10/10 stay here again.
    Guest review by
    Olivia
    Young couple

  • Kumari Guest House

    Homestay in Polonnaruwa
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 80 reviews
    The host family were super friendly, making the nice atmosphere in their homestay. The bathroom was very clean and pleasant, and the food that they serve for breakfast and dinner is just amazing. I was served like someone special. They are ready to help you with everything, you can rent a bike to go to the ancient city. This homestay is a little out of a town in a nice , quiet area. I enjoyed my stay there a lot and recommend this place.
    Guest review by
    Elżbieta
    Solo traveller
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