Luxury hotels
Best 5-star hotels
in Polonnaruwa.
Our 2026 edit of the best luxury and five-star hotels in Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka — independently reviewed, with rates and alternatives.
Polonnaruwa is the island's second ancient capital — a vast, walkable ruined city of royal palaces, monastic complexes and the famous Gal Vihara rock-cut Buddhas. It is best seen by private bicycle in the cool early hours, with a chauffeur trailing behind.
Best time: May to September. How many nights: 1–2 nights.
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