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Your New Town Holiday

When you book a holiday package to New Town, you can relax and enjoy your getaway knowing that all your travel arrangements have been worked out ahead of time. Uncover the charms of this vibrant city from your base in a neighbourhood like Kaduruwela, which is great for walking. Any trip to New Town needs a well-thought-out itinerary. Fill yours with attractions like Polonnaruwa Vatadage, Polonnaruwa Archaeological Museum and Gal Viharaya. Whatever your travel plans or budget, putting together a tailored New Town holiday is simple with Expedia.

Top New Town Flight + Hotel Deals

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Mirage Colombo Hotel

Mirage Colombo Hotel

4 out of 5
Wellawatte
Price was £1,256, price is now £799 per person
£799
per person
13 Sept - 19 Sept
found 1 day ago
Return direct flight included
London (LHR) to Colombo (CMB)
7.8/10 Good! (59 reviews)
Excellent

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026

Trillium Boutique City Hotel

Trillium Boutique City Hotel

5 out of 5
Thimbirigasyaya
Price was £1,634, price is now £832 per person
£832
per person
13 Sept - 19 Sept
found 1 day ago
Return direct flight included
London (LHR) to Colombo (CMB)
6.2/10 (19 reviews)
Staff were friendly and we had shops and restaurants closer to the hotel

Reviewed on 10 May 2026

Supun Arcade Residency

Supun Arcade Residency

3 out of 5
Wellawatte
Save 100% on your flight
Price was £1,576, price is now £906 per person
£906
per person
14 Sept - 20 Sept
found 1 day ago
Return direct flight included
London (LHR) to Colombo (CMB)
7.4/10 Good! (149 reviews)
Cleanliness, unsafe place and the hidden charges

Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025

MaRadha Colombo

MaRadha Colombo

4 out of 5
Price was £1,292, price is now £919 per person
£919
per person
13 Sept - 19 Sept
found 1 day ago
Return direct flight included
London (LHR) to Colombo (CMB)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (97 reviews)

Zylan Colombo

Zylan Colombo

3.5 out of 5
Cinnamon Gardens
Price was £1,142, price is now £837 per person
£837
per person
13 Sept - 19 Sept
found 1 day ago
Return direct flight included
London (LHR) to Colombo (CMB)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (76 reviews)
ideal place some one looking for quiet private accommodation. very friendly staff.

Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026

New Town Essential Information

Language
Sinhala
Currency
Sri Lankan rupees
Max Temp Winter
29ºC
Max Temp Summer
32ºC
Top Sights
Polonnaruwa Vatadage, Polonnaruwa Archaeological Museum and Lankatilaka Temple

Top hotels in New Town

Hotel Sudu Araliya

Hotel Sudu Araliya

3.5 out of 5
New Town Polonnaruwa North Central Province
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £49 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
£49
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
7.2/10 Good! (52 reviews)
"Sudu Araliya is located on the banks of the Parakrama Samudraya. It’s extensive gardens offer a peaceful place for relaxation. There is a very nice and sturdy tree house with a couple of benches and tables. A lovely place for children to play and adults to relax. Rooms and bathrooms were spacious ..."

Reviewed on 29 May 2026

Hotel Sudu Araliya
Risenlak Holiday Resort

Risenlak Holiday Resort

2.5 out of 5
136/2, New Town Road, 2nd Canal Polonnaruwa North Central Province
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £11 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
£11
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (21 reviews)
"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

Risenlak Holiday Resort
Niwahana Holiday Resort - Double Room with Park View 4

Niwahana Holiday Resort - Double Room with Park View 4

Polonnaruwa NC
The price is £89 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
£89
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Niwahana Holiday Resort - Double Room with Park View 4
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What to do in New Town

It's possible to rent cycles at the ancient city of Polonnaruwa. Will be a nice experience if you are somebody who love cycling.

Polonnaruwa Day Tour with Lunch by Mahaweli

£35
per adult
Polonnaruwa Day Tour with Lunch by Mahaweli
Minneriya National Park Private Jeep Safari to Visit Elephants

Private Jeep Safari at Minneriya National Park to Visit Elephants

£53
per adult
Private Jeep Safari at Minneriya National Park to Visit Elephants
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Minneriya Luxury Safari Morning Birds or Afternoon Herds

£45
per adult
Minneriya Luxury Safari Morning Birds or Afternoon Herds
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Frequently asked questions

How much does a New Town travel package cost?
Say yes to new adventures with our New Town travel packages, which start from only £799. Select the flights and hotels that suit your style. Then, add on some sightseeing activities for an amazing adventure.
If I'm not able to travel, can I cancel my New Town travel package?
Plans can change suddenly, so yes. You may be able to cancel or alter your New Town travel package at no cost within 24 hours of booking. For bookings made more than 24 hours ago, you can still cancel and rebook, but your car rental company, airline or hotel may charge a fee. Want more information? Take a look at our Customer Service Portal. We'll help make sure your trip goes off without a hitch.
How do I get a cheap travel package to New Town?
You'll save big if you combine your flights, hotels and car rentals into a New Town travel package. Sometimes cheap means fewer choices. But that's not the case with Expedia. We offer more than 550 partner airlines and 1,000,000 properties all over the world, which means you'll always have plenty of options to choose from. Like to save even more? Add some popular activities to your package deal and unlock even bigger discounts! After all, travel is about more than simply getting to your destination.
Does Expedia offer Book Now, Pay Later New Town holidays?
Your bank balance shouldn't get in the way of going on holiday, so Expedia has come up with a solution to help. Now that we've teamed up with online lender Klarna, it's easier than ever to book a terrific getaway without drying up your savings. Klarna offers flexible payment options during the checkout process that take the worry out of budgeting for your break. Consider one of these flexible payment options:

  • Pay monthly holidays: Make your holiday dreams come true sooner with Klarna's monthly instalment plans. If paying small amounts each month works for you, pick this option during the checkout process.
  • Pay in instalments holidays: Like the idea of paying off your holiday in multiple transactions? Then check out this Book Now, Pay Later option from Klarna.
  • Low deposit holidays: When you stumble on an unbeatable deal but your budget doesn't quite cover it yet, Klarna's low deposit holiday plan will help you lock it in.

Where should I stay in New Town?
With so much to discover in New Town, it'd be handy for you to stay near its attractions. Polonnaruwa Archaeological Museum, Hatadage and Polonnaruwa Vatadage are some top ones to add to your itinerary.
What are the top hotels in New Town?
If this will be your first time in New Town, book a room at EKHO Lake Polonnaruwa or The Heritage Polonnaruwa. Both will make you feel at home and are top options with lots of travellers.
How far in advance should I book my New Town holiday?
Browse Expedia to compare international flights as soon as you know your travel dates. You can generally purchase a seat up to a year prior to departure. If you don't see your preferred carrier, or you've left things to the last minute, don't despair. Cheap tickets to New Town sometimes emerge within weeks of departure.
What does an Expedia New Town travel package include?
Hotels, flights and car rentals — we connect you to the very best deals. All you'll have to do is figure out your preferred combination. After you've made your booking, you can add on the fun stuff like activities and sightseeing tours. Our travel packages make it simple to customize an exciting New Town trip.
What should I know before booking a New Town travel package?
A travel package can be tailored to your budget and is a simple way to make your money go further. What you include is totally up to you. Rental cars, hotels and flights — decide on a combination that suits your style.
Can I choose my airline with a New Town Expedia travel package?
Most definitely. Expedia has more than 550 partner airlines to pick from across the world. With so much choice, finding the right carrier to whisk you off to New Town will be a snap.

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