New Town Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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

Hotel Sudu Araliya

Cinnamon Lodge
Good standard hotel in central location for visiting sights in cultural triangle.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Back of Beyond - Pidurangala
This is such a cool hotel, nestled in the jungle. And the novelty of staying in a tree house is quite fun! The hotel can help arrange nature walks which is a nice touch.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025

Gabaa Resort & Spa - Habarana
Beautiful cabins in relaxing gardens. Friendly staff with fantastic inhouse food. Walking distance to main road but set back and feels nice and remote.
Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Family n Eco Friendly with comfortable rooms ,Villas ,Tree houses and Pool.
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 cycling 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 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.
Tivanka Image House
Find out about the history of Nissankamallapura with a stop at Tivanka Image House. Amble around the area's lakeside or seek out its cycling trails.
Shiva Devalaya
Shiva Devalaya is just one of the places to see in Polonnaruwa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the cycling trails.
Activities

Polonnaruwa Day Tour with Lunch by Mahaweli

Private Jeep Safari at Minneriya National Park to Visit Elephants

The Great Elephant Gathering Private Safari from Minneriya

Exclusive: Polonnaruwa Ancient city Guided Tour by Tuk-Tuk!


