No.17 Temple Road, 51000 Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka
#49 of 63 hotels in Polonnaruwa
Guests' ChoiceBased on 31 hotel reviews
7.6Cleanliness
7.5
Comfort
7.6
Location
9.2
Facilities
7.8
Staff
8.6
Value for money
8.3
Free WiFi
5.0
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Reviewed: 22 April 2024
Damitht
Sri LankaHot water is not working
Staff is friendly.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 21 March 2024
Mohammad
IranThe house was full of ants.
The location was very good and they also rent bikes to go around, the manager was good and helpful
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 7 February 2024
Emily
United KingdomThe room was comfortable and safe- we were happy here as budget travellers but I think if cleanliness is a priority for you it might not meet your standards. It wasn’t very unclean just lots of bugs and not spotless.
The owner was so lovely and happy to help. We had a really good, big breakfast too. Also he offered bike rentals for the ruins and a taxi to and from the station which we used and was really helpful. Also great location very close to the lake which we cycled around at sunset and was beautiful- recommended by the owner- and also close to the ruins.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 5 December 2023
Dilshan
Sri LankaThe bathroom is a complete mess, you can't even turn inside the bathroom. Hot water does not come. Even in the shower, the water comes little by little. The bathroom is the worst.
Living room and waiting area is very clean. Friendly staff
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 6 September 2023
Wiktor
Polandbathroom could be cleaner, but it's okay for the price
we got a two double bed bedroom for very cheap, owner is very nice, good wifi, good place to sit outside and relax
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 17 October 2022
Lahiru
Sri LankaRoom is good. Clean and cool staff
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 4 August 2022
Peter
United KingdomGood value for money in Polonnaruwa. The owner helped me with everything from renting a bike to directions and safaris too.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 14 June 2022
Nalin
Sri LankaNothing
I think good place normal
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 28 February 2022
Bruno
CroatiaThe rooms were okay but nothing great.
Great stay. Good recommendation of the restaurant to eat lunch. Rented bikes and has a supply of cold water. Very close to the ancient city and the lake.
Stayed in February 2022
Reviewed: 21 February 2022
Jakub
United KingdomThe most kind, friendly and helpful host which I had
Stayed in February 2022
Reviewed: 8 October 2023
Nishantha
Sri LankaDon't recommend
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 26 July 2023
Mario
Francenothing
I had the pleasure of staying at Dilshan Guest House during my recent visit to Polonnaruwa, and I can confidently say that this charming guest house exceeded all my expectations! Upon arriving at Dilshan Guest House, I was warmly welcomed by the friendly staff, who made me feel right at home. The check-in process was smooth, and they were kind enough to provide me with a map of the area and some fantastic recommendations for exploring the ancient city. The guest house's location is simply perfect for history enthusiasts like me. It's conveniently situated close to the main historical sites, allowing me to easily immerse myself in the awe-inspiring ruins of Polonnaruwa. After a long day of exploration, coming back to the peace and tranquility of Dilshan Guest House felt like a true retreat. My room was a haven of comfort and cleanliness. The bed was incredibly cozy, and the tasteful decor added a touch of elegance to the space. I appreciated the little details, like fresh flowers on the bedside table, which made me feel pampered and cared for. One of the highlights of my stay was the mouthwatering Sri Lankan breakfast served at Dilshan Guest House. The flavors were authentic and delightful, giving me the opportunity to savor the local cuisine. The staff's attentiveness during breakfast was admirable, making sure I had everything I needed to start my day on a positive note. The early morning safari to Kaudulla National Park was an absolute delight. The jeep was comfortable, and our experienced guide had an impressive knowledge of the park and its inhabitants. As we ventured deeper into the wilderness, I was captivated by the stunning scenery and the anticipation of encountering wildlife in their natural habitat.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 8 March 2023
Angelina
SerbiaThe location is excellent. The people who hosted us were very pleasant, helpful, helped us with transportation and gave us useful information without hidden charges. A very friendly husband and wife made us a very tasty local breakfast. Food top ten! Service ten! The Wi-Fi network is excellent. If you want to visit Pollonaruwa at affordable prices, I definitely recommend Dilshan Guest! 😊 greetings from Serbia!
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 27 December 2022
Janaka
Russiaroom very small not enough room size service not must
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: 25 May 2022
Mike
United KingdomUnderstandably after 2 years of Covid whilst the room had been serviced it was tired and was in need of a deep clean to bring it back up to a reasonable standard. The slightly intense owner was very keen to push/sell trips and other tourist activities. The door to the room opened out onto the main reception/breakfast area which could have been noisy if the place had been busier but was quiet during our stay.
We stayed in February 2022. The location was walking distance to the lake and the main historical sites. The main highway and the buses were a two minute stroll. The room was a decent size and the bed was comfortable. The AC worked pretty well. The en-suite bathroom was a reasonable size and the shower was usable. If you are not expecting a luxury stay this is a perfectly adequate value for money location.
Stayed in March 2022
Reviewed: 30 March 2022
Carmen
Spainthere was a lot of bugs
the owner was very nice, he adviced us a lot And helped us a lot
Stayed in March 2022
Reviewed: 12 November 2021
Mason
Sri LankaNice place ,helpful owner , recommend place
Stayed in November 2021
Reviewed: 10 November 2021
Samadhi
Sri Lanka-
This is very good place. Owner is very friendly and all facilities are in good conditions. Breakfast also very tasty. Really good room. I recommend this.
Stayed in November 2021
Reviewed: 8 November 2021
Sven
GermanyThey didn't realize our booking, and guess we were first foreign guest after Covid...everything was out of order...out of place...and obviously not cleaned for a long time.... maybe it gets better when business restarts again..
Just next to the museum and historical park entrance..
Stayed in November 2021
Reviewed: 17 April 2022
Anonymous
Sri Lanka-
Safe, clean, little outside-area to sit :)
Stayed in March 2022
Reviewed: 27 November 2023
Apeksha
SwedenThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 26 February 2024
Aj
United KingdomThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 17 February 2024
Chun
TaiwanThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 26 January 2024
Galilea
SpainThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in January 2024
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