Top 10 Hotels Near Gal Viharaya in Polonnaruwa for 2026

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

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

A bedroom with two wooden beds, a ceiling fan, a mirror, and a chair.

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

1. Seyara Holiday Resort

2 km from Gal Viharaya

Maxwell

P858

P1,114 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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

A covered outdoor area with a wooden floor, metal railing, and a view of a building with a light source.

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

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

2. Binara Home Stay -Tourist Lodge

2.7 km from Gal Viharaya

Sébastien

P542

P709 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

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

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

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

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

3. Rock Cascade Homestay

2.9 km from Gal Viharaya

"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

P858

P1,114 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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

A two-story building with a balcony, a pond with lily pads, and a stone structure.

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.

4. Green Kingdom Resort

3.2 km from Gal Viharaya

P1,063

P1,267 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A modern building with a covered outdoor seating area, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.

An outdoor covered patio area with tables and chairs, a grassy lawn, and trees in the background.

A poolside dining area with a table set for two, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear blue pool.

A spacious lobby with a wooden ceiling, a reception desk, sofas, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

5. Hotel Mahanuge

1.3 km from Gal Viharaya

"Very disappointed, the hotel looked lovely in the photos but reality was a different story. With the exception of one waiter none of the staff seemed to know what they were doing. The pool was filthy and the water was green. The room was shabby and in desperate need of a refurb, broken bathroom fixtures, hole in sheet, dirty curtains, broken tie-backs. Bar area was okay but at breakfast our table was covered in flies. Avoid this place at all costs "

Christine

P2,702

P3,507 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A covered outdoor area with a staircase, wooden chairs, and potted plants.

A covered outdoor area with a red auto-rickshaw parked in front.

A covered outdoor area with potted plants and a concrete floor.

A living room with a sofa set, a coffee table, a potted plant, and a framed picture on the wall.

6. Nadun Rest

2.9 km from Gal Viharaya

Carmen

P1,171

P1,520 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A corridor with wooden benches, a wooden door with a number, and a window with a decorative grille.

A covered outdoor area with a concrete floor, white pillars, and a red border. There are several black chairs and a few scooters parked nearby.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, and striped pillows.

An ancient stone structure with a central doorway leading to a statue.

7. Kumari Resort

2.1 km from Gal Viharaya

Hagai

P358

P465 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A two-story building with a balcony and a staircase leading to the upper floor.

A nighttime view of a garden with illuminated plants and a water feature.

A room with a wooden floor, a window with wooden frames, and a door.

A room with cloud-patterned walls and a beach scene at the bottom.

8. SSC VIlla

2.8 km from Gal Viharaya

"When I arrived I was told the hotel was closed. I took pictures to prove I was there as I had already paid through Expedia. I then had a ‘neighbour’ show up to ‘offer’ alternate accommodation at a very much more cost! The hotel is on a back street and when confronted with having to find an option on the day when I was hoping to visit the palace I conceded to the higher price. This was classic ‘bait & switch! Do not ever book this hotel!!!!"

David

P994

P1,184 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

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

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.

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

9. Hotel Dunhinda

3.2 km from Gal Viharaya

P2,038

P2,646 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by palm trees and potted plants.

A black off-road vehicle with beige seats and a rear cargo area.

A dining area with tables and chairs, a sofa, a television, and a refrigerator.

A room with two wooden beds, each with a striped bedspread and white pillows.

10. Dilshan Guest House

3 km from Gal Viharaya

P2,814,480

P3,354,629 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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

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

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.

11. Wildescape Polonnaruwa

0.6 km from Gal Viharaya

P28,145

P36,867 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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

A building surrounded by dense trees and tall grasses.

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

12. Deer Park Hotel

9.6 km from Gal Viharaya

Christopher

P6,071

P7,881 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

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

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

13. Risenlak Holiday Resort

4 km from Gal Viharaya

Graeme

P787

P939 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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

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

An outdoor dining area with a table set for two, surrounded by trees and a view of the water.

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

14. Hotel Sudu Araliya

4.9 km from Gal Viharaya

Dilan

P3,309

P4,334 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

A room with a glass door, a chair, and a bed with patterned curtains.

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.

15. Rivonway Hotel Polonnaruwa

8 km from Gal Viharaya

George

P1,717

P2,027 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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

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

A bedroom with a bed, pillows, a blanket, a painting, and a door.

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

16. Sudu Neluma Home Stay

4.2 km from Gal Viharaya

Thavrith

P708

P844 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A structure with a geometric design, surrounded by greenery and steps leading up to it.

A courtyard with a brick building, potted plants, and a concrete floor.

A living room with a dining table, chairs, sofas, and fans.

A building with a covered entrance area, multiple doors, and potted plants.

17. Haritha Holidays

13.6 km from Gal Viharaya

William E

P1,417

P1,689 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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

A modern building with a red brick facade, white exterior walls, and a covered outdoor area with steps leading to a wooden bench.

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

18. Hotel Viverra

10.1 km from Gal Viharaya

P1,952

P2,533 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A gated entrance with a sign for Haritha Holidays.

A building with a green roof and multiple potted plants around it.

A tray with three plates of food, including sandwiches, potato wedges, and a salad.

A dining area with a glass table set for four, surrounded by wooden chairs.

19. Haritha Holidays - Rooms & Restaurant

13.1 km from Gal Viharaya

P1,431

P1,688 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A bedroom with a wooden bed, white bedding, a wooden bench, a wardrobe, and two framed pictures on the wall.

A garage with a white door, a brick wall, and a gravel driveway.

A bed with a wooden frame, two pillows, and a striped blanket.

A building with brick walls and white shutters, featuring a staircase leading to a door.

20. seth way echo village

13.6 km from Gal Viharaya

P4,506

P5,317 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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Compare popular hotels close to Gal Viharaya

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Seyara Holiday Resort	8.0 Very good 24 reviews	View
Binara Home Stay -Tourist Lodge	9.0 Wonderful 4 reviews	View
Rock Cascade Homestay	7.4 Good 8 reviews	View
Green Kingdom Resort	10.0 Exceptional 1 review	View
Hotel Mahanuge	3.4 3 reviews	View

Top Gal Viharaya Hotel Reviews

Serenity Sigiri Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Had a wonderful time here! The rooms and premises are nothing fancy but it is exactly what you need in terms of a clean room a friendly owner. A lovely breakfast is served in the morning and it backs on to land where wildlife tend to run around freely (my favourite were the peacocks). The owner is very lovely and helpful and it was absolute pleasure to meet him. All in all, would highly recommend!"

Sunshine Resort and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Our hosts were welcoming and delightful. The hospitality made our visit of Sigiriya most memorable. The rooms were clean and the food was fresh and delicious. With ease of access to the restaurants, and of course Lion's Rock, we took in the sunrise from a most impressive ancient civilization! Highly recommended."

Sigiriya Jungles

8/10 Good

"The place itself is nice, the swimming pool is unique in its surroundings. The staff members are very nice and courteous. The biggest downside is the level of maintenance of the rooms (all parts, icluding the bathroom and the toilet) which should improve."

Heritance Kandalama

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic location and service"

Kolla Watersong Eco Cabana resort

10/10 Excellent

"Stunning spot overlooking a lake where elephants have been every morning and evening of our stay (can’t see them that well in the evening!). Extremely friendly and helpful staff and the food they prepare , whether breakfast, or if you ask lunch or dinner, is extremely tasty and plentiful. We cancelled our plans and stayed an extra night it was that good. Cannot recommend enough."

Cinnamon Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"An absolutely wonderful hotel, with a calm, serene atmosphere, that blends in beautifully with it's surroundings. Cinnamon Lodge is the antitheses of a generic, bland, modern hotel, which exudes a sense of unfussy sophistication. The Cinnamon Group's website does not do justice to the architecture or to how lovely the grounds are. The architect took inspiration from the ruins of nearby Ritigala temple (well worth a visit), and it's amazing how comfortably the buildings blend in with the vast grounds. The rooms are huge and nicely furnished, without being "glitzy". We stayed in a suite that was essentially a two story house, and comes with your own butler - in our case Lalith, who made our stay complete - reserving tables, remembering your favourite drink and generally anticipating your every need. The food was consistently excellent over our five night stay. The staff are all warm, charming and do their best to make your stay a memorable one. They are led by an excellent management team, who are visible, approachable and highly competent. Our stand-out memory is of the wildlife - not just at the nearby national parks, but within the hotel grounds. Incredible bird-life, monkeys, monitor lizards, and even an elephant beside the lake. This was all brought to life for us by the hotel's resident naturalist team (in particular Kintu), and we recommend you seek out their expertise. An oasis of calm, in the heart of the cultural triangle."

Flower Garden Eco Village

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely stay here, friendly staff, amazing pool and pool chairs. Stayed another day as it was so relaxing. Good wi fi. Cool pet dogs."

The Otunna Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"This is a fantastic place to stay. The people are exceptionally warm and friendly, the food is incredible, clean and they are ethically and ecological mindful."

Hotel Sigiriya

8/10 Good

"We had a great stay at Hotel Sigiriya! The views of Sigiriya Rock were beautiful, and we really enjoyed the breakfast. Our room was on the smaller side, but it was comfortable enough for our stay. The pool looked lovely as well, although unfortunately we didn’t get a chance to use it. There were two disappointments during our stay. First, before arriving, I contacted the hotel management to request a simple birthday surprise—a decorated room with a “Happy Birthday” message and a small cake. The hotel acknowledged the request, and I even noticed it written in the corner of our check-in paperwork. Unfortunately, the request was overlooked and the surprise never happened. It was a missed opportunity to make an already wonderful stay truly special. Hopefully, they can follow through next time! The second disappointment was on our second day. The cleaning staff made an elephant out of towels and placed it on our bed. When we dismantled it to use the towels, we realized that they appeared to be our previously used towels. We found this quite concerning and unsanitary, especially since used towels had been arranged and placed directly on the bed. Despite these issues, we had a lovely overall stay, enjoyed the beautiful surroundings, and appreciated the friendly service. With a little more attention to these details, the hotel could make the experience truly exceptional. We would consider staying again and hope for an even better experience next time."

Other attractions near Gal Viharaya

A large, ancient stone stupa surrounded by ruins and trees.

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.

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Ancient ruins with tall stone columns and a central structure.

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.

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Buddha Seema Prasada

Find out about the history of Polonnaruwa when you spend time at Buddha Seema Prasada. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the biking trails.

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Rankot Vihara

7.4/10 (3 reviews)

Find out about the history of Polonnaruwa when you spend time at Rankot Vihara. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the biking trails.

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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 biking trails.

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Pabula Vihara

9.4/10 (3 reviews)

After visiting Pabula Vihara, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Polonnaruwa. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the biking trails.

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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.

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Hatadage

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

Find out about the history of Polonnaruwa with a stop at Hatadage. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the biking trails.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Gal Viharaya?

Gal Viharaya is located in a historic area of Nissankamallapura that travelers like for its lakeside setting and biking. You'll find 47 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near Gal Viharaya?

Hotel Sudu Araliya is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. It's located 3 mi (4.9 km) from Gal Viharaya. Other good choices in the area include Deer Park Hotel and Lavendish Lake Giritale - Former Giritale Hotel.

How many hotels are there close to Gal Viharaya?

Expedia has 47 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Gal Viharaya.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Gal Viharaya, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Gal Viharaya.

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Our top choices for Gal Viharaya hotels

1. Seyara Holiday Resort

2. Binara Home Stay -Tourist Lodge

3. Rock Cascade Homestay

4. Green Kingdom Resort

5. Hotel Mahanuge

6. Nadun Rest

7. Kumari Resort

8. SSC VIlla

9. Hotel Dunhinda

10. Dilshan Guest House

11. Wildescape Polonnaruwa

12. Deer Park Hotel

13. Risenlak Holiday Resort

14. Hotel Sudu Araliya

15. Rivonway Hotel Polonnaruwa

16. Sudu Neluma Home Stay

17. Haritha Holidays

18. Hotel Viverra

19. Haritha Holidays - Rooms & Restaurant

20. seth way echo village

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Top Gal Viharaya Hotel Reviews

Serenity Sigiri Resort

Sunshine Resort and Spa

Sigiriya Jungles

Heritance Kandalama

Kolla Watersong Eco Cabana resort

Cinnamon Lodge

Flower Garden Eco Village

The Otunna Guest House

Hotel Sigiriya

Other attractions near Gal Viharaya

Kiri Vihara Temple

Lankatilaka Temple

Buddha Seema Prasada

Rankot Vihara

Tivanka Image House

Pabula Vihara

Gal Pota

Hatadage

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