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Polonnaruwa

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A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by trees and covered seating areas.

A spacious room with a high ceiling, a polished black floor, a round dining table with chairs, a sofa, and a wooden cabinet with a mirror.

A hotel lobby with wooden ceilings, ceiling fans, and elephant sculptures.

A spacious lobby with wooden flooring, multiple seating areas with colorful cushions, and ceiling fans.

1. Hotel Sudu Araliya

Polonnaruwa

Dilan

NZ$111

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

A balcony with a view of a green field and trees.

A hotel room with two single beds, a wardrobe, and a window with curtains.

A modern two-story building with a gated entrance, surrounded by tropical vegetation.

A view through a window with a view of a green field and trees.

2. Risenlak Holiday Resort

Polonnaruwa

Graeme

NZ$25

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A staircase with a red handrail leading to a wooden door.

A bathroom with a sink, mirror, and potted plants.

Outdoor exercise equipment in a park with a brick path, a small building, and trees in the background.

A covered outdoor area with a balcony, potted plants, and a grill.

3. Sudu Neluma Home Stay

Polonnaruwa

Thavrith

NZ$22

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

A two-story house with a covered porch, a satellite dish, and a garden with potted plants.

A covered corridor with brick walls, wooden flooring, and a railing overlooking a garden.

A spacious living area with a staircase, a black sofa, and a dining area with chairs.

A bedroom with a bed, a wooden bench, a mirror, and yellow curtains.

4. Binara Home Stay -Tourist Lodge

Polonnaruwa

Sébastien

NZ$32

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

A two-story building with a balcony, a staircase, and a car parked in front.

A courtyard with a covered walkway, surrounded by greenery and potted plants.

A cozy living room with two plaid armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and a bookshelf.

A garden with a metal ladder leaning against a wall, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

5. Seyara Holiday Resort

Polonnaruwa

Maxwell

NZ$29

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

A wooden table and chairs under a thatched roof, overlooking a rice paddy field.

A room with a bed, a door with a geometric design, and a window.

A wooden sign for a resort with a thatched roof, surrounded by lush greenery.

A simple, open-air structure with a thatched roof, surrounded by a dirt area and trees.

6. Kamatha Resort

Polonnaruwa

NZ$41

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

A covered outdoor area with wooden flooring and seating, surrounded by trees.

A nighttime view of a pool area with a building featuring large windows and a swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs and greenery.

A building surrounded by dense trees and tall grasses.

A building with a stone staircase leading to a covered area surrounded by large trees.

7. Deer Park Hotel

Giritale

Christopher

NZ$211

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

A building with a staircase leading to a door, surrounded by windows and a tree.

A large stone Buddha statue in a historical site with ancient brick structures and trees in the background.

An ancient stone structure with a central statue, surrounded by stone columns and steps leading to a platform.

A bed with a white mattress and a grey blanket, a wooden headboard, and a wall-mounted wooden bed frame.

8. Green Kingdom Resort

Polonnaruwa

NZ$33

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by greenery and plants.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

A room with two beds, green curtains, and mosquito nets.

A hotel entrance with a stone facade, a 'GODESS' sign above the windows, and a variety of potted plants in front.

9. Rock Cascade Homestay

Polonnaruwa

"I have no idea why people have rated this place so high. I chose this place because she claimed to have wifi. She does not have wifi. She has a cellphone with a hotspot that she never turns on. If she does turn it on, it doesn't work when she takes the phone with her when she leaves. She also turns the phone off when she goes to sleep. I told her twice that I needed the internet to make a very important phone call late at night. She forgot. Turned off her cellphone. I had no internet,...

DAVID

NZ$29

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A room with a tiled floor, wooden chairs, a dining table with chairs, and a patterned rug.

A conference room with multiple wooden tables and chairs, a stage with a blue backdrop, and ceiling fans.

A small, clean bedroom with a single bed, a wooden dresser, a mirror, and a green rug.

A bathroom with a white sink, a glass mirror, a urinal, and a shower door.

10. Hotel Dunhinda

Polonnaruwa

NZ$70

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

A well-lit outdoor area with a horse statue, a covered structure, and a pathway.

A bedroom with a brick wall, a bed with white linens, and a bedside table with a lamp.

A horse standing next to a carriage with ornate golden designs, parked in front of a brick building with large windows and a glass roof structure.

A traditional wooden building with a red roof, surrounded by lush green trees and grass.

11. Hotel Viverra

Giritale

NZ$68

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

A large, multi-story building with a red roof, surrounded by lush green fields and palm trees.

A room with a bed, a sofa, a window with curtains, and a trash bin.

A hotel room with two beds, a chair, and a view of greenery outside.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table with a kettle and teapots, and curtains with a pattern.

12. Rivonway Hotel Polonnaruwa

Giritale

George

NZ$49

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

Outdoor seating with chairs and tables in a park setting.

A large Buddha statue with intricate carvings, a brick platform, and a metal fence.

A series of ancient stone structures and statues, likely part of a historical site.

A bird perched on a branch, a group of elephants in a field, and a deer in the grass.

13. The Senaro Holiday Inn

Hingurakgoda

NZ$40

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A triangular building with a wooden door, potted plants, and a red roof.

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a window with curtains, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a patterned rug.

An interior with a triangular ceiling, patterned seating, and a wooden table.

14. Jungle Eco Lodge & Safari

Sigiriya

Mark

NZ$34

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A room with a large window, a wooden chair, and a bed.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden bench, a mirror, a door, and a window with curtains.

A wooden staircase leading up to a covered area, surrounded by dense green foliage.

A two-story building with a green door and a staircase leading to the second floor.

15. Wildescape Polonnaruwa

Polonnaruwa

NZ$944

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

16. J Villa Sigiriya - Private Pool Chalets

sigiriya

NZ$196

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

17. Lavendish Lake Giritale - Former Giritale Hotel

Giritale

Peipei

NZ$153

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A house surrounded by trees and a body of water.

A room with wooden walls, a bed with yellow bedding, and two wooden chairs.

An interior space with a tiled floor, wooden furniture, and hanging spherical light fixtures.

A two-story wooden cabin with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

18. Sigiri Vananthara

Habarana

Robert

NZ$179

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

A house with a red roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear blue sky.

A rectangular swimming pool with a metal ladder, surrounded by a concrete deck and lush greenery.

A balcony with a view of a lush garden and a sunset.

A loft bedroom with a wooden ladder, a bed, a window, and a door.

19. Pahana Village Sigiriya

Sigiriya

NZ$105

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a bedside table, and a mirror.

A red building with a black staircase leading to a balcony, surrounded by palm trees and greenery.

A dining area with wooden tables and hanging pendant lights.

A red building with a staircase, a door, and a bench.

20. Sigiriya Danu homestay

Sigiriya

"Danu's homestay is the real experience. 5 star service with many smiles. If your looking for an authentic Sri Lankan homestay experience, this is it. Sigiriya is a beautiful little town and Lion Rock is a must do. Get up early to beat the crowds and heat. It opens at 7am. We hired a scooter but Charu the father will drive you if needed. The family are absolutely loving,kind and generous. Make sure you have dinner with them. One of the best meals I've had in Sri Lanka. Now for the suprise...

Josh

NZ$34

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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Recent Reviews in New Town

Cinnamon Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent property, rooms need little upgrading. But the hotel grounds is so well kept with natural environment"

Sigiriya Jungles

10/10 Excellent

"An amazing place in the middle of the jungle. Monkeys. Lizards? Butterflies all around this resort. Amazing staff. Amazing spa both Rajitha and Erandi treated me and my girlfriend with a 90 minute massage. The massage is very relaxing not like a Thai, Swedish or sports massage. The food is varied and good. Loved the breakfast because of the omelette station. Had dinner there one evening and the options were amazing. Local food is really good I would advise anyone to try local before sticking to their home country food like spaghetti. Perfectly located to visit the Rocks for the hikes. Perfectly located to visit the elephants and wildlife in Minneriya Park. We visited in August. Often find Geckos in your room which is fine as your in a jungle, if you don’t like nature then not sure what to tell you. The showers were very nice. Didn’t go in the pool but the monkeys did 😂 Great resort would recommend to anyone wanting to visit Sirigiya."

Jetwing Vil Uyana, A Luxury Reserve

10/10 Excellent

"Overall, we really enjoyed our experience at jet wing! We came for our honeymoon and our butler did a fantastic job of making it special for us. From the service we got at check-in to check out the staff was great! We really enjoyed the excursions offered by the hotel like birdwatching in the morning. The food was all delicious and we especially liked the morning breakfast. We recommend jetwing to others on their honeymoon, but also saw a lot of families and seemed like a great place for groups as well."

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10/10 Excellent

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Aliya Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"This is a very special property. It has beautiful views , spacious rooms and tasty food. It is very well situated for all of the main attractions in Sigiriya. Definitely stay here if you can"

Amron Resort Sigiriya

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful place, very clean and accommodating for our three families during our short stay. Host was exceptional kind and helped navigate the space and surrounding areas during our first visit to Sigriya. Breakfast was also delicious. Wished that we could have stayed longer. Highly recommend to Others, pictures show true representation of the place."

The Otunna Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"The staff were amazing and went above and beyond. They offered tips and always wanted to help to give us the best stay. The breakfast was incredible, there was a huge variety include rotors, fruit, pancakes, hoppers smoothies and curried dishes. The rooms were lovely with a ‘jungle feel’ with the well planted garden that the verandas looked over, complete with swings and regular seating for relaxing. This is 100% on the return list-i can’t recommend it highly enough."

EKHO Sigiriya

10/10 Excellent

"Stayed here for 1 night but it was absolutely delightful! The staff was very hospitable, the amenities were great, lication of the hotel relative to the touristy attractions was fantastic, breakfast was on point, room was decent sized and clean too. Gave us nothing to complain about. 10/10 and would highly recommend."

Kolla Watersong Eco Cabana resort

10/10 Excellent

"Listen people- this place is AMAZING!!! Like living in a dream, not less. It is isolated from any noise, in the nature. If we only knew, we would stay there for a week minimum! The rooms are so special that I can’t describe- beautiful, air conditioned and comfortable. Breakfast was great and the staff was really amazing. When you book a room, contact the property and book also the village tour & safari. You will get a great full day package. I will definitely go back there!"

More cheap accommodation in New Town

Sigiri Thilanka Rest

No 207 Ehalagala, Inamaluwa Road Sigiriya

NZ$31

27 Aug - 28 Aug

includes taxes & fees

8.8/10 Excellent! (34 reviews)

Sigiriya Danu homestay

Thalkote Road Sigiriya Central Province

NZ$34

6 Sept - 7 Sept

includes taxes & fees

9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)

Hungry Lion Sigiriya

Main Road Sigiriya Central Province

NZ$41

31 Aug - 1 Sept

includes taxes & fees

9.2/10 Wonderful! (44 reviews)

Green Hut Nature Resort

New Town Rd Sigiriya Central Province

NZ$69

27 Aug - 28 Aug

includes taxes & fees

8.8/10 Excellent! (8 reviews)

Hotel Sigiriyaaya - Jetwing Select

70 Rangirigama Rd Sigiriya Central Province

NZ$80

25 Sept - 26 Sept

includes taxes & fees

9.8/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)

The Otunna Guest House

No 104/A Kalapuraya Sigiriya CP

NZ$98

7 Sept - 8 Sept

includes taxes & fees

10/10 Exceptional! (17 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in New Town?

The best area to stay in New Town, North Central Province, Sri Lanka, is generally along the main roads and around the central market area, offering convenience and access to amenities.This central area is practical for visitors as it's where you'll find most of the hotels, guesthouses, and restaurants. The main roads, like the A9, provide straightforward access to the historical sites of Anuradhapura and other regional attractions. You'll find a range of local shops and eateries here, making it easy to grab essentials or a meal.For families, staying near the New Town centre is a good choice. It provides easy access to local markets for snacks and everyday items, and transport links to the ancient city are readily available. Hotels in this area often have facilities like swimming pools, which can be a welcome relief after a day of exploring.Couples looking for a comfortable base will also appreciate the convenience of this area. It offers a good selection of accommodation options, from well-appointed hotels to more intimate guesthouses, many of which can arrange tours to the nearby UNESCO World Heritage sites.

When is the best time to go to New Town?

The best time to visit New Town, North Central Province, Sri Lanka, is during the dry season, which typically runs from May to September.During these months, you'll experience pleasant weather with less humidity and minimal rainfall, making it ideal for exploring the ancient ruins and outdoor attractions. The daily temperatures are warm, usually around 28-32°C, great for sightseeing without the interruption of heavy showers. This period ensures comfortable conditions for activities like cycling around the archaeological sites or climbing Sigiriya Rock.For travellers interested in wildlife, visiting during the dry season is particularly beneficial. Animals congregate around the shrinking water sources in national parks such as Minneriya and Kaudulla, making them easier to spot on a safari. This is a great time for couples and families to see elephants and other wildlife in their natural habitat.

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Our top choices for New Town hotels

1. Hotel Sudu Araliya

2. Risenlak Holiday Resort

3. Sudu Neluma Home Stay

4. Binara Home Stay -Tourist Lodge

5. Seyara Holiday Resort

6. Kamatha Resort

7. Deer Park Hotel

8. Green Kingdom Resort

9. Rock Cascade Homestay

10. Hotel Dunhinda

11. Hotel Viverra

12. Rivonway Hotel Polonnaruwa

13. The Senaro Holiday Inn

14. Jungle Eco Lodge & Safari

15. Wildescape Polonnaruwa

16. J Villa Sigiriya - Private Pool Chalets

17. Lavendish Lake Giritale - Former Giritale Hotel

18. Sigiri Vananthara

19. Pahana Village Sigiriya

20. Sigiriya Danu homestay

Top New Town Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in New Town

Cinnamon Lodge

Sigiriya Jungles

Jetwing Vil Uyana, A Luxury Reserve

Kassapa Lion Rock

Aliya Resort & Spa

Amron Resort Sigiriya

The Otunna Guest House

EKHO Sigiriya

Kolla Watersong Eco Cabana resort

More cheap accommodation in New Town

Sigiri Thilanka Rest

Sigiriya Danu homestay

Hungry Lion Sigiriya

Green Hut Nature Resort

Hotel Sigiriyaaya - Jetwing Select

The Otunna Guest House

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