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About the Hotel

New Town Polonnaruwa, Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka, 51000
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Close to the Statue of King Parakramabahu I
Very good
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7.5
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Offering an archaeological museum, the family-friendly Hotel Sudu Araliya Polonnaruwa is situated 3.3 km from the Dalada Maluva. Guests can enjoy a swimming pool, a steam room and a sauna, or take a walk to the Statue of Parakramabahu I, which is merely 8 minutes' walk away.

Location

Located 2.6 km from Archaeological Museum, this 3-star hotel is also within 7 km of Polonnaruwa railway station. You can reach the centre of Polonnaruwa in 25 minutes on foot.

Banks are beside the comfortable Sudu Araliya, and the Gal-Potha Stone Book is approximately 10 minutes away by car.

Rooms

Some of the air-conditioned rooms are appointed with a tiled floor, and such self-catering options as a minibar and an electric kettle. Also, they feature tile flooring. Some rooms look out over the harbour. Looking onto the sea, the deluxe apartment features kitchen with a microwave, a dishwasher, and a coffeemaker.

Eat & Drink

There is a restaurant for guests to enjoy their meal. You can also dine at the Asian Lake View Restaurent restaurant, with Asian delicacies. Relax with local drinks from the lounge bar. The bar area includes a lounge.

Leisure & Business

Hotel Sudu Araliya features a sun terrace, a shared lounge, and various recreational opportunities, as well as a fitness studio located on-site. Active guests will be interested in bicycle usage arranged by the hotel. An ayurvedic spa and a spa salon is sure to make for an excellent stay.

Must-do experiences

  • Visit the ancient ruins of Polonnaruwa, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
  • Try the local delicacy, 'Kottu Roti', at the Polonnaruwa food market.
  • Explore the stunning Gal Vihara rock temple and its Buddha statues.
  • Discover the hidden beauty of the Parakrama Samudra lake at sunset.
  • Take a guided bike tour through the archaeological sites for insights.
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Hotel Sudu Araliya offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Deluxe Triple Room
2 persons
410 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Balcony
Deluxe Double Room
2 persons
270 sq. feet 
2 King Size Beds
Shower
Balcony
Deluxe Single Room
2 persons
270 sq. feet 
1 Single bed
Shower
Air conditioning
Suite Lake View
2 persons
840 sq. feet 
2 Queen Size Beds
Shower
Bathtub
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Facilities

Hotel Sudu Araliya offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Very good
7.1/10Review score

General

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Lift
  • Currency exchange
  • Fireplace
  • Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

  • Cycling
  • Billiard tables

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Children's buffet
  • Children's pool

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Pool with view

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Hotel Sudu Araliya Location

New Town Polonnaruwa, Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka, 51000
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New Town Polonnaruwa, Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka, 51000
Nearby
Thopawewa Church
1900 ft
Potgul Viharaya
1900 ft
Restaurants
Sudu Araliya Restaurant
300 ft
New Town Hotel Sudu Araliya
Getting around
City Centre
Polonnaruwa24 min  ·  1.2 mi
Airports
Sigiriya (GIU)92 min  ·  38.0 mi
Batticaloa Airport (BTC)150 min  ·  61.9 mi
Train
Polonnaruwa Railway Station7 min  ·  2.9 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-23:59
Check-out
until 12 pm
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs US$10 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Year renovated:
2007
Number of rooms:
104

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Hotel Sudu Araliya from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 164 verified reviews
7.0/10
Very good
68%
Recommend
Breakfast
6.2/10
Cleanliness
7.3/10
Comfort
7.5/10
Facilities
7.1/10
Free Wi-Fi
6.5/10
Location
9.0/10
Paid Wi-Fi
5.5/10
Staff
8.3/10
Value for money
7.3/10
Guest reviews
based on 298 reviews
7.1/10
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