Title: Visit New Town: 2026 Travel Guide for New Town, Polonnaruwa | Expedia.com [Hotels in New Town](https://expedia.com/New-Town-Hotels.d553248635976383975.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in New Town](https://expedia.com/New-Town-Vacation-Rentals.d553248635976383975.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to New Town](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-New-Town.d553248635976383975.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in New Town](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-New-Town.d553248635976383975.Car-Rental-Guide)[New Town Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/New-Town.d553248635976383975.Destination-Travel-Guides) # New Town ## Travel Guide ## Visit New Town Things to do - New Town Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in New Town ![Hotel Sudu Araliya](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11950000/11941100/11941026/b99130ee_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Sudu Araliya New Town Polonnaruwa North Central Province $59 nightly $71 total Apr 16 - Apr 17 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this spa hotel in Polonnaruwa. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Polonnaruwa Archaeological ... 7.2/10 Good! (50 reviews) It looks promising in places, but sadly the whole place smelled damp when we visited. Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F16%2F2026&endDate=4%2F17%2F2026&selected=11941026&PinnedHotelID=11941026&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976383975) ![Risenlak Holiday Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20290000/20288100/20288055/718570c5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Risenlak Holiday Resort 136/2, New Town Road, 2nd Canal Polonnaruwa North Central Province $15 nightly $18 total Mar 21 - Mar 22 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly guesthouse in Polonnaruwa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Polonnaruwa Archaeological ... 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(557 reviews) Great service, great location, lovely hotel all round Reviewed on Mar 19, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F4%2F2026&endDate=4%2F5%2F2026&selected=1609730&PinnedHotelID=1609730&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976383975) [See all 269 properties in New Town](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=3%2F21%2F2026&endDate=3%2F22%2F2026®ionId=553248635976383975) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Back of Beyond - Pidurangala](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11770000/11768200/11768155/2c42d5e3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Back of Beyond - Pidurangala Kurulu Uyana, Pidurangala Sigiriya Book a stay at this family-friendly villa in Sigiriya. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Pidurangala Rock and Sigiriya Lion ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (57 reviews) 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 Dec 26, 2025 [](https://expedia.com/Sigiriya-Hotels-Back-Of-Beyond-Pidurangala.h11768155.Hotel-Information) ![Gabaa Resort & Spa - Habarana](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103580000/103576200/103576154/w976h683x24y0-5977935d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Gabaa Resort & Spa - Habarana Habarana NC Stay at this cabin in Habarana. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Habarana Cultural Center and Pidurangala Rock are located ... 10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews) 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 Sep 22, 2025 [](https://expedia.com/Habarana-Hotels-Gabaa-Resort-Spa-Habarana.h103576154.Hotel-Information) ![Woodland Sanctuary ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112520000/112519500/112519426/2d70d7e2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Woodland Sanctuary Kashyapagama Habarana North Central Province Book a stay at this spa villa in Habarana. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Habarana Cultural Center and Pidurangala ... [](https://expedia.com/Habarana-Hotels-Woodland-Sanctuary.h112519426.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in New Town](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=553248635976383975&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check New Town hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976383975&startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-21)[Mar 20 - Mar 21](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976383975&startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-21) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976383975&startDate=2026-03-21&endDate=2026-03-22)[Mar 21 - Mar 22](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976383975&startDate=2026-03-21&endDate=2026-03-22) [This weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976383975&startDate=3%2F20%2F2026&endDate=3%2F22%2F2026)[Mar 20 - Mar 22](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976383975&startDate=3%2F20%2F2026&endDate=3%2F22%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Unesco site in Polonnaruwa, ancient city ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6034975/5a5c910a-d09c-42cf-9c2f-c4b0352a0be9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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 biking trails. [](https://expedia.com/Polonnaruwa-Vatadage-Polonnaruwa.d553248621526914689.Vacation-Attraction) ![Kiri Vihara - ancient dagoba. Pollonaruwa, Sri Lanka](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526914977/bccfd03d-4812-4d31-b836-71b365d5f6f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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 biking trails. [](https://expedia.com/Kiri-Vihara-Temple-Polonnaruwa.d553248621526914977.Vacation-Attraction) ![You can hire a bike and spend a day exploring the ancient sites of Polonnaruwa. This was one of the most impressive temples for us. Visit in the afternoon for the best light. #ontheroad #temples #Sri Lanka #ruins #polonnaruwa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6034975/1b657956-5832-4167-a0b6-ac0a6f9ba027.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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 biking trails. [](https://expedia.com/Lankatilaka-Temple-Polonnaruwa.d553248621526914976.Vacation-Attraction) #### 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 biking trails. [](https://expedia.com/Polonnaruwa-Archaeological-Museum-Polonnaruwa.d553248621526914690.Vacation-Attraction) #### 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 biking trails. [](https://expedia.com/Shiva-Devalaya-Polonnaruwa.d553248621526914692.Vacation-Attraction) #### Gal Pota Find out about the history of Polonnaruwa when you take a trip to Gal Pota. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the biking trails. [](https://expedia.com/Gal-Pota-Polonnaruwa.d553248621526914688.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Safari Adventure in Minneriya national Park Sri Lanka](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50020905/7c06fe0d-4265-4f1d-bc1a-06bd4b24232b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Safari Adventure in Minneriya national Park Sri Lanka $30 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/safari-adventure-in-minneriya-national-park-sri-lanka.a50020905.activity-details) ![It's possible to rent cycles at the ancient city of Polonnaruwa. Will be a nice experience if you are somebody who love cycling. ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2403176/6c2a2964-d998-40a6-8f4a-7efa9a8807d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Polonnaruwa Day Tour with Lunch by Mahaweli $46 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/polonnaruwa-day-tour-with-lunch-by-mahaweli.a2403176.activity-details) ![Minneriya National Park Private Jeep Safari to Visit Elephants](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5039291/e0bd97e5-35b5-4494-a13a-826d56e09926.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Jeep Safari at Minneriya National Park to Visit Elephants $70 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/private-jeep-safari-at-minneriya-national-park-to-visit-elephants.a5039291.activity-details) ![Day Tour to Polannaruwa from Kandy by Lux Tours Lanka ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2927195/45d7153d-114d-4aca-b7a7-66001375dc1b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Day Tour to Polannaruwa from Kandy by Lux Tours Lanka $107 per traveler [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/day-tour-to-polannaruwa-from-kandy-by-lux-tours-lanka.a2927195.activity-details) ![Polonnaruwa Ancient City Private Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49652120/c4baa840-132c-4be3-9538-6278b3cb7ab8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Polonnaruwa Ancient City Private Day Tour (Hidden Gems) $30 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/polonnaruwa-ancient-city-private-day-tour-hidden-gems.a49652120.activity-details) ![The Great Elephant Gathering Private Safari from Minneriya](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/667099/72d36547-8cba-4740-b4d9-4a297d69ec63.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Great Elephant Gathering Private Safari from Minneriya $50 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/the-great-elephant-gathering-private-safari-from-minneriya.a667099.activity-details) [See all activities in New Town](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-New-Town.d553248635976383975.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near New Town ![Polonnaruwa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6034975/40717fc9-7bde-4491-95d8-5060e69719c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Polonnaruwa - Cities near New Town - Places of interest [Polonnaruwa](https://expedia.com/Polonnaruwa.dx6034975) - [Ancient City of Sigiriya ](https://expedia.com/Ancient-City-Of-Sigiriya-Sigiriya.d6121056.Vacation-Attraction) - [Pidurangala Rock ](https://expedia.com/Pidurangala-Rock-Sigiriya.d553248634141420070.Vacation-Attraction) - [Minneriya National Park ](https://expedia.com/Minneriya-National-Park-North-Central-Province.d553248634141424069.Vacation-Attraction) - [Sigiriya Museum ](https://expedia.com/Sigiriya-Museum-Sigiriya.d6205094.Vacation-Attraction) - [Wasgamuwa National Park ](https://expedia.com/Wasgamuwa-National-Park-Sri-Lanka.d6348741.Vacation-Attraction) - [Maduru Oya National Park ](https://expedia.com/Maduru-Oya-National-Park-Sri-Lanka.d553248635975913451.Vacation-Attraction) - [Base Hospital Dehiattakandiya ](https://expedia.com/Base-Hospital-Dehiattakandiya-Dehiattakandiya.d553248631431355913.Vacation-Attraction) - [Polonnaruwa Vatadage ](https://expedia.com/Polonnaruwa-Vatadage-Polonnaruwa.d553248621526914689.Vacation-Attraction) - [Polonnaruwa Archaeological Museum ](https://expedia.com/Polonnaruwa-Archaeological-Museum-Polonnaruwa.d553248621526914690.Vacation-Attraction) - [Parakrama Samudra ](https://expedia.com/Parakrama-Samudra-North-Central-Province.d553248635998034043.Vacation-Attraction) - [Giritale Wewa ](https://expedia.com/Giritale-Wewa-Giritale.d553248635998034044.Vacation-Attraction) - [Shiva Devalaya ](https://expedia.com/Shiva-Devalaya-Polonnaruwa.d553248621526914692.Vacation-Attraction) - [Kiri Vihara Temple ](https://expedia.com/Kiri-Vihara-Temple-Polonnaruwa.d553248621526914977.Vacation-Attraction) - [Mahaweli Play Ground ](https://expedia.com/Mahaweli-Play-Ground-Dehiattakandiya.d553248631431355920.Vacation-Attraction) - [Gal Pota ](https://expedia.com/Gal-Pota-Polonnaruwa.d553248621526914688.Vacation-Attraction) - [Tivanka Image House ](https://expedia.com/Tivanka-Image-House-Polonnaruwa.d553248621526914978.Vacation-Attraction) - [Buddha Seema Prasada ](https://expedia.com/Buddha-Seema-Prasada-Polonnaruwa.d553248621526914696.Vacation-Attraction) - [Lankatilaka Temple ](https://expedia.com/Lankatilaka-Temple-Polonnaruwa.d553248621526914976.Vacation-Attraction) - [Pabula Vihara ](https://expedia.com/Pabula-Vihara-Polonnaruwa.d553248621526914693.Vacation-Attraction) - [Hatadage ](https://expedia.com/Hatadage-Polonnaruwa.d553248621526914684.Vacation-Attraction) - [Nissanka Latha Mandapaya ](https://expedia.com/Nissanka-Latha-Mandapaya-Polonnaruwa.d553248621526914686.Vacation-Attraction) - [Rankot Vihara ](https://expedia.com/Rankot-Vihara-Polonnaruwa.d553248621526914695.Vacation-Attraction)