Hotel Sudu Araliya sits in the city center yet provides a genuine haven for relaxation. Guests enjoy spectacular views from the Lake View Restaurant, find respite at the poolside bar or steam room, and watch children explore the playground.
Reviews
7.27.2 out of 10
Good
Popular amenities
Pool
Spa
Parking included
Restaurant
Air-conditioning
Gym
The current price is ₹4,759
₹4,759
₹6,328 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
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Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 11 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 30
Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 15 (from 6 to 12 years old)
New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 30
New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 15 (from 6 to 12 years old)
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately USD 10 per person
Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Sudu Araliya have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Sudu Araliya?
As of 23 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Sudu Araliya on 21 Jun 2026 start from ₹4,759, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Hotel Sudu Araliya pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Hotel Sudu Araliya?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Hotel Sudu Araliya?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight.
What time is check-out at Hotel Sudu Araliya?
Checkout is at noon.
Where is Hotel Sudu Araliya located?
This family-friendly Polonnaruwa hotel is located in the historical district, within 2 mi (3 km) of Parakrama Samudra and Polonnaruwa Archaeological Museum. Hatadage and Shiva Devalaya are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Reviews
7.2
Good
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Great staff and fab hotel. Nothing was too much trouble
Ian
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Franky
18 Sept 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Goede locatie, als je toekomt oogt het luxe maar de kamers zijn verouderd maar toch oke.
Alles wordt niet zo onderhouden zoals we gewoon zijn. Onze kamer had een gebroken raam en je zag dat het niet recent gebroken is. Badhanddoek rook fis en gewassen maar had een gerafeld gat erin
Franky
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
4/10 Poor
guillaume
18 Aug 2025
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Déception
J’ai réservé cet hôtel uniquement pour la salle de sport (car en pleine préparation de courses). À mon arrivée, ils m’annoncent que la salle de sport est fermée sans motif.
La chambre est propre si l’on n’est pas regardant sur les cafards et les moisissures dans la salle de bain
La chambre est très mal insonorisée. Difficile de se reposer. Les clients et le personnel qui se parlent d’un bout à l’autre du couloir, les enfants qui hurlent dès 7h du matin!!!! Et oui l'hôtel est en partie responsable de cela. On choisit ses clients. Il n’y a pas que l’argent qui compte.
Côte petit déjeuner, c’est très cher pour un buffet. D’ailleurs les saveurs du petit déjeuner et le prix ont fait que je n’ai pas voulu tester le buffet du soir! Il y a énormément de petits restaurants tellement délicieux à proximité !!! Commandez un tuk tuk et fuyez cet endroit!
Le personnel est agréable et réactif aux demandes.
Le service de machine à laver est hors de prix comme tout le reste d’ailleurs mais le linge sens très bon quand il revient! Vérifiez bien les prix et prenez en photos la feuille qui justifie des vêtements que vous avez donné pour vérifier vos prix.
Le parc est très agréable et immense avec la vue sur le lac. Les aigles et les singes sont présents.
Une expérience en définitive fort peu agréable et c’est sans aucun regret que j ai quitté cet établissement où j’ai passé 6 nuits car tout était payé à l’avance et non remboursable (sinon je serais partit tout de suite)
Zimmer groß und sauber. Personal freundlich und bemüht.
Pool groß genug und sauber.
Aufzug immer noch kaputt. Dachterrasse leider wenig einladend.
Wäschereiservice absolut mangelhaft - Flecken wurden nicht entfernt, Wäsche roch nach nichts. Auf Reklamation wurden uns die noch dreckigen Teile erlassen Allerdings Frage ich mich bis heute noch, was genau das für Flecken sind. Selbst mein eigenes T-Shirt ist so verdreckt, das hätte ich sicher vorher bemerkt.
TV war kaputt, würde von meinem Mann "repariert". Im Beisein eines Technikers. Anschließend kamen noch. Weitere zwei Techniker, um das Problem zu lösen. Schlechte Kommunikation untereinander also.
Strand sehr klein, direkt am Hotel wegen großer Steine nicht zu nutzen, Turtle Beachbdaneben ständig überfüllt.
Essen war okay, Frühstück als Lunch Box sehr dürftig, Frühstück vor Ort aber in Ordnung und reichlich. Abends abla carte abwechslungsreich und gut, eher kleine Portionen und leider war der Salat sehr braun.
Für kurze Aufenthalte in Ordnung, für längere Aufenthalte eher nicht zu empfehlen. Dafür ist der Gesamtpreis dann auch zu teuer gewesen.
Hotel très beau, le service agréable, super piscine , nourriture bonne et plutot variée. Petit bémol notre salle de bain était sale les 2 jours avec une mauvaise odeur .
Bel établissement magnifiquement situé sur les bords du lac, grande piscine, magnifique jardin et surtout proximité d'animaux. Plusieurs fois des buffles d'eau et même des éléphants sont venus juste au bord de l'établissement. Sans même parler des innombrables oiseaux (échassiers, hérons, aigrettes...). Nous recommandons.
Seul bémol, le wifi est un peu faiblard
Hotel, ver afgelegen van het centrum, wordt veel gebruikt voor feesten en partijen die ‘s ochtends om 7.00 uur al beginnen met heel veel herrie. Focus van de accommodatie gaat uit naar deze feestelijkheden: hotelgasten moeten steeds wijken voor feesten (buffet is steeds ergens anders, soms weggestopt in vieze en verouderde ruimte). Feestgangers rond het zwembad, volledig gekleed...
Kamers zijn erg gehorig: gasten die luid roepend door de gangen lopen en keukengeluiden (kletterende borden) tot diep in de nacht.
The hotel looked promising upon arrival, with a big open reception housing many elephants. However, the 'hot' buffet food was cool, the salads were warm, the breakfast fruit juice dispensers were dirty with lots of fruit flies evident. The range of food was 95% spicy and not geared for western tastes. The shower gave only cold water. We were woken with maintenance drilling at 7.45am.Not that close to Kaudella NP. It was not all bad though...there was a good view of the lake and monkeys in the close by trees. Massage excellent value, but Hotel Not good value at £67 half board; beers were also expensive at around 750 Rs for 625ml bottle.
Alexandra
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018
Verified
6/10 Okay
Suku
20 Feb 2018
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful surroundings; pity about the condition
Very convenient base for visiting Polonnaruwa sights. Beautiful surroundings and well kept grounds, Can't say that about the condition of the rooms ..... but they were adequate for a 1 night stay.
Restaurant seemed to cater to large tour groups.
Have to change 3times room. Booked for lake view. At the end got nothing. Toilet & shower was dirty. Bed was with poky springs.
Only the staffs are good & friendly.
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017
Verified
6/10 Okay
Kim
22 Nov 2017
I chose this hotel because it said all rooms with lake view. Mine was facing a field with a tiny view of the lake at the corner.
I requested for high floor but got the 1st floor. According to the reception, all rooms fully booked, but during dinner, there were only about 12 people. The car park had only 6 vehicles.
Room is big. Tv small with wires exposed. The lights are of 2 colours, warm and white; looks like they ran out of the same colour lights.
Hotel under renovation.
Bathroom - a yucky smell coming from the drain near the washbasin. After pouring water into it and leaving the extractor fan on, the smell dissipated. No shower gel. Nice hot water.
Electric power was interrupted a few times which stopped the A/C.
Wifi is out of range in the end rooms. Even then, wifi does not automatically connects when in range.
Dinner buffet quite a good spread. The French onion soup and kottu were good.
Flies in the open restaurant.
Sprawling grounds - good for kids to run around. There were big red ants though.
A good size Swimming pool.
The back of the hotel faces the lake and one can see elephants and buffaloes in the distance. Peaceful.
Some staff have Pinkerton Syndrome.
This hotel located on center of the historical site. All places are in waking distance. Hotel staff were very helpful and friendly. Even chef offered to prepare a special meal for kid without any additional fee.
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017
Verified
6/10 Okay
Carol
16 Sept 2017
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Nice place to spend a day ir two.
I have to say we were a little disappointed with our stay. The website stated that the hotel had 5 restaurants and several pools. The hotel had only one restaurant, which served a variety of cuisines, and the food was very nice, but we expected to have a variety of places to try, not just one! Also, there was only one pool and a childrens small pool. Very nice pool, but again, only one! Please be more careful with how you advertise accommodation.
The staff really make the place....without thir efforts it would not be a pleasant stay, so they are to be commended.
Carol
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
Verified
8/10 Good
Adrian
4 Sept 2017
Liked: Staff & service
Great hotel with small improvements needed
Great location and excellent staff. Only let down was lack of housekeeping which had to be requested in the evening. Also tea and coffee facilities were provided with a UK plug but no adaptor, could only use as we had an adaptor. Breakfast was fantastic buffet and pool excellent.