New Town Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Hotel Sudu Araliya
"Sudu Araliya is located on the banks of the Parakrama Samudraya. It’s extensive gardens offer a peaceful place for relaxation. There is a very nice and sturdy tree house with a couple of benches and tables. A lovely place for children to play and adults to relax. Rooms and bathrooms were spacious ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Risenlak Holiday Resort
"Very good aircon, nice airy room. Breakfast served on the verandah at the time of your choice. Within walking distance of town. Owner lives downstairs and is very friendly and helpful."
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Cinnamon Lodge
"We loved our stay at Cinnamon Lodge and will be back. The hotel setting is lovely - on huge grounds with plenty of wildlife. The pool is great and the breakfast / lunch / dinner is full of choice and good quality. The staff were all incredibly friendly and helpful but a shoutout goes to Wasantha ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Back of Beyond - Pidurangala
"Overall was a pleasant experience. Be aware there are no walls in the treehouse, and could have provided at least one more fan. The property should have disclosed that they were doing loud construction wil power equipment all day from morning until approximately 5 pm to give us the option of staying ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Woodland Sanctuary
Sigiri Paddy Field Hut
Popular places to visit
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 cycling trails.
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 cycling 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 cycling 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 cycling trails.
Gal Viharaya
You can find out about the history of Nissankamallapura with a stop at Gal Viharaya. Amble around the area's lakeside or seek out its cycling trails.
Nissanka Latha Mandapaya
You can find out about the history of Polonnaruwa with a stop at Nissanka Latha Mandapaya. Amble around the area's lakeside or seek out its cycling trails.
Things to do
Polonnaruwa Ancient City Private Day Tour (Hidden Gems)
Polonnaruwa Day Tour with Lunch by Mahaweli
Private Polonnaruwa Ruins & Minneriya Safari Tour from Sigiriya
