Title: Polonnaruwa Holidays 2026 from £738 | Expedia.co.uk [Polonnaruwa Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Polonnaruwa.dx6034975)[Hotels in Polonnaruwa](https://expedia.co.uk/Polonnaruwa-Hotels.d6034975.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Polonnaruwa](https://expedia.co.uk/Polonnaruwa-Holiday-Rentals.d6034975.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Polonnaruwa](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Polonnaruwa.d6034975.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Polonnaruwa Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Polonnaruwa.d6034975.Car-Hire-Guide) ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6034975/40717fc9-7bde-4491-95d8-5060e69719c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=300&q=medium) # Polonnaruwa Holidays from £738 ## Book a Hotel + Flight or Car together to unlock savings - ## Plan, book, travel with confidence - ### Better together Save up to £335 when you book a flight and hotel together\* - ### Find the right fit With over 300,000 hotels worldwide, it's easy to create a perfect package - ### Rest easy Packages with flights are ATOL protected #### Your Polonnaruwa Holiday The ancient history, rich history and cultural experiences are three of the many reasons why travellers adore this tropical city. Discover this captivating destination on your own terms with a Polonnaruwa holiday package. A trip to Polonnaruwa is a great opportunity to see the sights. Make sure you visit popular attractions like [Polonnaruwa Vatadage](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Polonnaruwa-Vatadage-Polonnaruwa.d553248621526914689.Attraction), [Polonnaruwa Archaeological Museum](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Polonnaruwa-Archaeological-Museum-Polonnaruwa.d553248621526914690.Attraction) and [Gal Viharaya](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gal-Viharaya-Polonnaruwa.d6284404.Attraction). A couple of quick clicks is all it takes to craft the perfect Polonnaruwa holiday on Expedia. ## Top Polonnaruwa Flight + Hotel Deals Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices. ![Trillium Boutique Express Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120370000/120362000/120361920/67a4b9e4_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Trillium Boutique Express Hotel Borella £738 per person 5 Mar - 10 Mar found 1 day ago Return direct flight included London (LHR) to Colombo (CMB) No reviews ![Aavya Cove Villas By Aahaasa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10940000/10936100/10936072/f17ab50b_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Aavya Cove Villas By Aahaasa Save 100% on your flight £1,556 per person 21 Apr - 27 Apr found 11 hours ago Return direct flight included London (LON) to Colombo (CMB) 8.4/10 Very Good! (5 reviews) Peaceful & relaxing with a beautiful beach & safe swimming. The Garden Villas were delightful & the staff genuinely friendly with good service standards. There is a lifeguard on duty who is both informative about sea conditions & the wildlife around. The birdlife is stunning. Only one small quibble in that the inner pool area could do with a bit of a clean.Other than that all good & would certainly recommend. Reviewed on 10 Feb 2025 ![The Frangipani Tree By Edwards Collection](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12030000/12022800/12022770/607662e7_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### The Frangipani Tree By Edwards Collection Talpe Save 100% on your flight £1,376 per person 21 Apr - 27 Apr found 11 hours ago Return direct flight included London (LON) to Colombo (CMB) 9.6/10 Exceptional! (27 reviews) We had a fabulous holiday at this beautiful hotel. The staff went above and beyond to make our stay memorable. We were given a room upgrade to an ocean view Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025 ![Mount Blue Kandy](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34080000/34070400/34070354/83b27d53_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Mount Blue Kandy £1,011 per person 15 Mar - 21 Mar found 16 hours ago Return direct flight included Manchester (MAN) to Colombo (CMB) 8.6/10 Excellent! (29 reviews) The location is excellent, though the access roads are a bit challenging due to the property being situated high in the mountains. The staff were very friendly and helpful, including the restaurant staff, who were great, welcoming, and very attentive. Breakfast options were somewhat limited, but still decent. The swimming pool is in a beautiful location. Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025 ## Polonnaruwa Essential Information | Language | Sinhala | | --------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Currency | Sri Lankan rupees | | Population | 13,900 | | Max Temp Winter | 29ºC | | Max Temp Summer | 32ºC | | Top Sights | [Polonnaruwa Vatadage](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Polonnaruwa-Vatadage-Polonnaruwa.d553248621526914689.Attraction), [Polonnaruwa Archaeological Museum](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Polonnaruwa-Archaeological-Museum-Polonnaruwa.d553248621526914690.Attraction) and [Lankatilaka Temple](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lankatilaka-Temple-Polonnaruwa.d553248621526914976.Attraction) | ## Top hotels in Polonnaruwa ![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 Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay 7.2/10 Good! (50 reviews) Great hotel nice staff friendly and helpful! Will return again for sure! Highly recommended! Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=14%2F02%2F2026&selected=11941026&PinnedHotelID=11941026&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6034975) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=14%2F02%2F2026&selected=11941026&PinnedHotelID=11941026&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6034975) ![EKHO Lake House Polonnaruwa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13140000/13132000/13131933/818fe0e9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### EKHO Lake House Polonnaruwa Pothgula Mawatha Polonnaruwa North Central Province Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £160 6 Feb - 7 Feb includes taxes & fees 9.2/10 Wonderful! (50 reviews) I would recommend this place to everyone. I have no complaints and had a great experience! Reviewed on 3 Feb 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F02%2F2026&endDate=07%2F02%2F2026&selected=13131933&PinnedHotelID=13131933&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6034975) ![Risenlak Holiday Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20290000/20288100/20288055/c3129f3b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Risenlak Holiday Resort 136/2, New Town Road, 2nd Canal Polonnaruwa North Central Province Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £13 2 Feb - 3 Feb includes taxes & fees 8.6/10 Excellent! (19 reviews) Terrible, awful , untrustworthy From the outside the dining area looks clean but my room was dirty with spiderwebs. I had mentioned the water tank was empty but nothing was done to replace the jug. The room wasn’t cleaned when i mentioned to owner he said only upon request. I had requested 1hr late checkout due to my ride will ... 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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 cycling trails. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kiri-Vihara-Temple-Polonnaruwa.d553248621526914977.Attraction) ### What to do in Polonnaruwa ![Safari Adventure in Hurulu Eco Park Sri Lanka](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50020905/34a7c3a8-ab02-4b48-aeb1-04172ac6c789.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Safari Adventure in Minneriya national Park Sri Lanka £26 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/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 £34 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/polonnaruwa-day-tour-with-lunch-by-mahaweli.a2403176.activity-details) ![Full-Day Minneriya and Kaudulla National Parks Private Safari](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3145254/a6ee20dd-3411-46ba-8b09-d8d37ddb68b2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Full-Day Minneriya and Kaudulla National Parks Private Safari £41 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-minneriya-and-kaudulla-national-parks-private-safari.a3145254.activity-details) [See all activities in Polonnaruwa](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?rid=6034975) ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - Accommodation - Flights - Packages - Cars - Other - [4 Star Hotels in Jayanthipura ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/4Star-Jayanthipura-Hotels.s40-0-d3000003162.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - 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