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About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: Thisal Guest House in Polonnaruwa offers family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and garden views. Each room includes a dining area and free toiletries. Dining and Leisure: The family-friendly restaurant serves Asian cuisine with vegetarian options. Guests can relax on the terrace or in the garden. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Convenient Location: Located 34 mi from Sigiriya Airport, the guest house is near attractions such as Deepa Uyana (8-minute walk), Polonnaruwa Clock Tower (656 feet), and Polonnaruwa Vatadage (12-minute walk). Guest Services: Private check-in and check-out, a lounge, 24-hour front desk, room service, bike and car hire, and a tour desk enhance the stay.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
- Airport shuttle (free)
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Robert
United States“The Thisal Guest House family is a very loving and welcoming family. The Mother of the house is an excellent cook and prepares very tasty Sri Lankan dishes. The Guest House offers daily jeep safaries to watch large groups of elephants and birds in...” 
Rob_nijhof
Netherlands“Amazing value. And the location is spot on. Right in the heart of the Polonnaruwa Temple ruins area. Across the bus stop. The homestay is run by a very friendly, welcoming family. You can rent bycicles there, which are perfect for a visit of the...”- Hung United States“The owner is a good man who waited for me at the bus stand, which is across from the guest house. He arranged local tours with reasonable prices.”
- Sebastian
Chile“The mother and the son are amazing!!! They helped me with everything I needed. Mom makes amazing dinners, with loooot of food, full belly guarantee hehe. Definitely recommend this place. Thanks a lot for all your hospitality!! All the best! :)” 
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United Kingdom“Magical location! The property is located few minutes walk to the ruins and 3 minutes walk to a big lake, where you can have a leisurely walk and enjoy a beautiful view. You can also hire a bicycle at the property for 800 LKR. Kalum, the...”- Filip
Czech Republic“Great stay, clean, AC rooms, close to Polonnaruwa ancient city, bike rental possible” - Christof
Germany“Very good home made food from the Mother 👍😃 And you can rent direct from here a bicycle to explore the Ruins.” - Rupert United States“Great Safari the owner/,guide has a deep knowledge of a love and respect for the elephants that make his safaris exceptional!”
- Stéphanie
Canada“We had the pleasure to stay at Thisal guest house for our stay in Polonnaruwa. Wow, the family is welcoming and so kind. We made a Safari in the National Park with the owner, we saw many elephants and he explained to us so much about the park....” - Gary United Kingdom“The dinner she made me was fantastic. English speaking”
Hosted by Kelum Sooriyaarachchi
Area info
Restaurants
- Restaurant
- CuisineAsian
- Open forBreakfast
- AmbienceFamily-friendly
- Dietary optionsVegetarian
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
