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Standard Room (Standard Double or Twin with Fan) | Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

1. Seyara Holiday Resort

2 km from Gal Viharaya

Maxwell

NT$443

NT$575 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 8 - Aug 9

2. Binara Home Stay -Tourist Lodge

2.7 km from Gal Viharaya

Sébastien

NT$518

NT$679 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 8 - Aug 9

3. Rock Cascade Homestay

2.9 km from Gal Viharaya

"I have no idea why people have rated this place so high. I chose this place because she claimed to have wifi. She does not have wifi. She has a cellphone with a hotspot that she never turns on. If she does turn it on, it doesn't work when she takes the phone with her when she leaves. She also turns the phone off when she goes to sleep. I told her twice that I needed the internet to make a very important phone call late at night. She forgot. Turned off her cellphone. I had no internet,...

DAVID

NT$443

NT$575 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 8 - Aug 9

Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | WiFi (free)

4. Green Kingdom Resort

3.2 km from Gal Viharaya

NT$548

NT$653 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 8 - Aug 9

29-inch LED TV with satellite channels, TV

5. Hotel Mahanuge

1.3 km from Gal Viharaya

"Very disappointed, the hotel looked lovely in the photos but reality was a different story. With the exception of one waiter none of the staff seemed to know what they were doing. The pool was filthy and the water was green. The room was shabby and in desperate need of a refurb, broken bathroom fixtures, hole in sheet, dirty curtains, broken tie-backs. Bar area was okay but at breakfast our table was covered in flies. Avoid this place at all costs "

Christine

NT$1,393

NT$1,808 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 12 - Aug 13

Deluxe Twin Room, 3 Bedrooms, Garden View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

6. Nadun Rest

2.9 km from Gal Viharaya

Carmen

NT$604

NT$784 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

7. Kumari Resort

2.1 km from Gal Viharaya

Hagai

NT$185

NT$240 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

8. SSC VIlla

2.8 km from Gal Viharaya

"When I arrived I was told the hotel was closed. I took pictures to prove I was there as I had already paid through Expedia. I then had a ‘neighbour’ show up to ‘offer’ alternate accommodation at a very much more cost! The hotel is on a back street and when confronted with having to find an option on the day when I was hoping to visit the palace I conceded to the higher price. This was classic ‘bait & switch! Do not ever book this hotel!!!!"

David

NT$512

NT$611 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 26 - Aug 27

Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board (on request)

9. Hotel Dunhinda

3.2 km from Gal Viharaya

NT$1,051

NT$1,364 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 8 - Aug 9

Family Quadruple Room, Balcony | Balcony

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

10. Wildescape Polonnaruwa

0.6 km from Gal Viharaya

NT$14,512

NT$19,009 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 12 - Aug 13

11. Dilshan Guest House

3 km from Gal Viharaya

NT$1,451,160

NT$1,729,664 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 8 - Aug 9

Deer Park Cottage Lake View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

12. Deer Park Hotel

9.6 km from Gal Viharaya

Christopher

NT$3,130

NT$4,063 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

Family Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

13. Risenlak Holiday Resort

4 km from Gal Viharaya

Graeme

NT$406

NT$484 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

14. Hotel Sudu Araliya

4.9 km from Gal Viharaya

Dilan

NT$1,706

NT$2,235 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

Deluxe Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Garden View | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Premium bedding, laptop workspace, soundproofing

15. Rivonway Hotel Polonnaruwa

8 km from Gal Viharaya

George

NT$886

NT$1,045 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 8 - Aug 9

Deluxe Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Smoking, Garden View | Bathroom sink

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Smoking, Garden View | View from room

16. Sudu Neluma Home Stay

4.2 km from Gal Viharaya

Thavrith

NT$365

NT$435 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 10 - Aug 11

Soundproofing, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

Triple Room | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

17. Haritha Holidays

13.6 km from Gal Viharaya

William E

NT$730

NT$871 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 8 - Aug 9

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Patio | Desk, blackout drapes, WiFi (free)

18. Hotel Viverra

10.1 km from Gal Viharaya

NT$1,006

NT$1,306 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 8 - Aug 9

Comfort Double or Twin Room, Patio, Garden View | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, iron/ironing board (on request)

Cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee on weekends

19. Haritha Holidays - Rooms & Restaurant

13.1 km from Gal Viharaya

NT$738

NT$871 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 18 - Aug 19

20. Kamatha Resort

3.6 km from Gal Viharaya

NT$604

NT$784 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 8 - Aug 9

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Compare popular hotels close to Gal Viharaya

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Seyara Holiday Resort	8.0 Very Good 24 reviews	View
Binara Home Stay -Tourist Lodge	9.0 Wonderful 4 reviews	View
Rock Cascade Homestay	7.4 Good 8 reviews	View
Green Kingdom Resort	10.0 Exceptional 1 review	View
Hotel Mahanuge	3.4 3 reviews	View

Top Gal Viharaya Hotel Reviews

The Otunna Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"The staff were amazing and went above and beyond. They offered tips and always wanted to help to give us the best stay. The breakfast was incredible, there was a huge variety include rotors, fruit, pancakes, hoppers smoothies and curried dishes. The rooms were lovely with a ‘jungle feel’ with the well planted garden that the verandas looked over, complete with swings and regular seating for relaxing. This is 100% on the return list-i can’t recommend it highly enough."

EKHO Sigiriya

10/10 Excellent

"Stayed here for 1 night but it was absolutely delightful! The staff was very hospitable, the amenities were great, lication of the hotel relative to the touristy attractions was fantastic, breakfast was on point, room was decent sized and clean too. Gave us nothing to complain about. 10/10 and would highly recommend."

Cinnamon Lodge

8/10 Good

"The atmosphere and peaceful environment. Space to walk about."

Kolla Watersong Eco Cabana resort

10/10 Excellent

"Listen people- this place is AMAZING!!! Like living in a dream, not less. It is isolated from any noise, in the nature. If we only knew, we would stay there for a week minimum! The rooms are so special that I can’t describe- beautiful, air conditioned and comfortable. Breakfast was great and the staff was really amazing. When you book a room, contact the property and book also the village tour & safari. You will get a great full day package. I will definitely go back there!"

Heritance Kandalama

10/10 Excellent

"Truly a once in a lifetime experience staying in this hotel. It is built around the rock face overlooking a lake and you really do feel entirely immersed in the nature. We had monkeys on our balcony as well as in the open corridors on the way to breakfast, we even saw a wild elephant on the island opposite from the lobby, it was incredible! There are also three pools to choose from, my favourite was the infinity one overlooking the lake which was the best view I have ever swam with. The location is great too as a base for the cultural triangle. We did lions rock and an elephant safari one day, on which we saw over 200 wild elephants. The next day we also did the Dambulla cave temple so you can do so much around this location. Wish we could have stayed for longer than the two nights we did to enjoy the hotel itself more as well as all the sites to see in the area. The room was comfortable and clean and the staff were always so helpful and welcoming. The food was amazing with so many choices for breakfast and in the buffet restaurant in the evening."

Jetwing Vil Uyana, A Luxury Reserve

10/10 Excellent

"It’s absolutely beautiful Great experience BUT one thing for other travelers If you can’t handle small animals and small creatures/insects This isn’t the place for you Rmmbr this hotel is in the middle of the jungle so you can’t expect it to be bug/animal free! It’s not the hotel’s fault"

Back of Beyond - Pidurangala

10/10 Excellent

"A very beautiful property tucked inside a jungle. We had a wonderful stay in a tree house and loved waking up with the birds chirping in the trees. Staff was very helpful throughout our entire stay. The lion rock is only 15 mins away."

Hotel Sudu Araliya

10/10 Excellent

"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 and clean. Staff was friendly and attentive and our requests were taken care of promptly. We enjoyed the breakfast buffet with many typical Sri Lankan foods. We only spent one night there but planning to return for a 2-3 night stay. Would definitely recommend staying there."

Deer Park Hotel

8/10 Good

"Incredible helpful and friendly staff and beautiful ground. My cottage with the outdoor shower was charming. Spa facilities were not available during hours that i wanted to use them, ieri early morning and evening before and after excursion, that was sad. No pool towels also a minus. Dinner menu was expensive but nothing was very good. Breakfast however was delicious! Sri lankan menù was bevande expectation. I enjoyed my stay very much."

Other attractions near Gal Viharaya

A large, ancient stone stupa surrounded by ruins and trees.

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 biking trails.

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Ancient ruins with tall stone columns and a central structure.

Lankatilaka Temple

After visiting Lankatilaka Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Polonnaruwa. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the biking trails.

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Buddha Seema Prasada

Find out about the history of Polonnaruwa when you spend time at Buddha Seema Prasada. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the biking trails.

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Rankot Vihara

7.4/10 (3 reviews)

Find out about the history of Polonnaruwa when you spend time at Rankot Vihara. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the biking trails.

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Tivanka Image House

Find out about the history of Nissankamallapura with a stop at Tivanka Image House. Amble around the area's lakeside, or seek out its biking trails.

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Pabula Vihara

9.4/10 (3 reviews)

After visiting Pabula Vihara, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Polonnaruwa. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the biking trails.

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Gal Pota

Find out about the history of Polonnaruwa when you take a trip to Gal Pota. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the biking trails.

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Hatadage

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

Find out about the history of Polonnaruwa with a stop at Hatadage. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the biking trails.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Gal Viharaya?

Gal Viharaya is located in a historic area of Nissankamallapura that travelers like for its lakeside setting and biking. You'll find 47 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near Gal Viharaya?

EKHO Lake House Polonnaruwa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Gal Viharaya. Another good choice is Hotel Sudu Araliya, located 3 mi (4.9 km) away.

How many hotels are there close to Gal Viharaya?

Expedia has 47 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Gal Viharaya.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Gal Viharaya, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Gal Viharaya.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Gal Viharaya?

For additional details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Gal Viharaya, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

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Our top choices for Gal Viharaya hotels

1. Seyara Holiday Resort

2. Binara Home Stay -Tourist Lodge

3. Rock Cascade Homestay

4. Green Kingdom Resort

5. Hotel Mahanuge

6. Nadun Rest

7. Kumari Resort

8. SSC VIlla

9. Hotel Dunhinda

10. Wildescape Polonnaruwa

11. Dilshan Guest House

12. Deer Park Hotel

13. Risenlak Holiday Resort

14. Hotel Sudu Araliya

15. Rivonway Hotel Polonnaruwa

16. Sudu Neluma Home Stay

17. Haritha Holidays

18. Hotel Viverra

19. Haritha Holidays - Rooms & Restaurant

20. Kamatha Resort

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Top Gal Viharaya Hotel Reviews

The Otunna Guest House

EKHO Sigiriya

Cinnamon Lodge

Kolla Watersong Eco Cabana resort

Heritance Kandalama

Jetwing Vil Uyana, A Luxury Reserve

Back of Beyond - Pidurangala

Hotel Sudu Araliya

Deer Park Hotel

Other attractions near Gal Viharaya

Kiri Vihara Temple

Lankatilaka Temple

Buddha Seema Prasada

Rankot Vihara

Tivanka Image House

Pabula Vihara

Gal Pota

Hatadage

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