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About the Hotel

No 23/1, Temple Road, Polonnaruwa, Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka, 51000
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Close to the Royal Palace of King Maha Parakramabahu
Great
8.4
/10
4.5
/5

Offering cars for rent, the 3-star Thisal Guest House Polonnaruwa lies in close proximity to the Council Chamber. The hotel, located 2.6 km from the Polonnaruwa, features a restaurant.

Location

Situated in the very heart of Polonnaruwa, the guest house is only a few steps from the Royal Palace of King Maha Parakramabahu. The ancient Sinhalese rock reclining Buddha in Polonnaruwa Temple is fairly close to the Thisal Guest House, while 41 or 48 to Dambulla bus stop is merely 5 minutes' walk away.

A business district are close to the property, and the Lankathilaka Image House is 2.7 km away.

You can easily reach Polonnaruwa train station, located approximately 10 minutes' drive from this hotel.

Rooms

The rooms at Thisal Guest House have a seating area and a dining area, along with an iron and air conditioning for your convenience. Guests have access to a separate toilet and a shower, as well as bathroom comforts such as free toiletries and bath sheets.

Eat & Drink

New Araliya Sinhala Hotel is ideal for tasting Sri Lankan cuisine and is situated 3.9 km from this accommodation.

Leisure & Business

If you like an active lifestyle, cycling and fishing are available on site. The Thisal Guest House Polonnaruwa is also convenient for going fishing.

Must-do experiences

  • Visit the UNESCO-listed Sacred City of Polonnaruwa at sunrise.
  • Try traditional Sri Lankan rice and curry at Hotel Sudu Araliya.
  • Explore the ancient ruins of the Gal Vihara carved into rock.
  • Don't miss the Polonnaruwa Archaeological Museum for fascinating artifacts.
  • Stroll through the local market for fresh fruits and handmade crafts.
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Thisal Guest House offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Standard Double Room
2 persons
80 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Bathtub
Deluxe Triple Room
2 persons
120 sq. feet 
1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
Shower
Bathtub
Double or Twin Room
2 persons
80 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Bathtub

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Facilities

Thisal Guest House offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.1/10Review score

General

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed

Sports & Fitness

  • Cycling

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

  • Restaurant

Spa & Leisure

  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Dining table

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Thisal Guest House Location

No 23/1, Temple Road, Polonnaruwa, Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka, 51000
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No 23/1, Temple Road, Polonnaruwa, Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka, 51000
Nearby
Weijantha Prasada
100 ft
Council Chamber
100 ft
Sacred City
Archaeological Museum
100 ft
Kumara Pokuna
100 ft
Samudra Parakrama
100 ft
Polonnaruwa
Royal Palace of King Maha Parakramabahu
100 ft
Polonnaruwa
Palace Complex of King Nishshanka Malla
100 ft
Audience Hall
100 ft
Polonnaruwa
Bathing Place
100 ft
Restaurants
New Araliya Sinhala Hotel
400 ft
Habarana Rd
Sunrise And Akila Restaurant
1600 ft
99 Batticolo Road
Kadamandiya Family Restaurant
2300 ft
252/2 Batticalo Road
Getting around
City Centre
Polonnaruwa16 min  ·  4300 ft
Airports
Sigiriya Air Force Base (GIU)88 min  ·  36.2 mi
Batticaloa (BTC)148 min  ·  61.0 mi
Train
Polonnaruwa Railway Station6 min  ·  2.4 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 12:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of US$2.50 per person per day. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Thisal Guest House from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 221 verified reviews
7.9/10
Very good
79%
Recommend
Cleanliness
8.1/10
Comfort
8.0/10
Facilities
8.1/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.5/10
Location
9.5/10
Staff
9.0/10
Value for money
8.8/10
Guest reviews
based on 420 reviews
8.4/10
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