Sanctuary Cove Guest House

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 9
Rated wonderful

Staff

9.7

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Sanctuary Cove Guest House in Polonnaruwa offers family rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and garden views. Each room includes a terrace or patio, ensuring a pleasant stay. Exceptional Facilities: Guests can relax on the sun terrace or in the garden. The property features a lounge, outdoor seating area, and free on-site private parking. Additional services include a 24-hour front desk, housekeeping, and room service. Convenient Location: Located 34 mi from Sigiriya Airport, the guest house is a short walk from Polonnaruwa Clock Tower and close to Deepa Uyana. Nearby attractions include Polonnaruwa Vatadage and Gal Viharaya. Guest Highlights: Guests appreciate the friendly host, excellent bike hire, and convenient location. The property offers cooking classes, cycling activities, and free toiletries, enhancing the stay experience.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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1 queen bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Sandra
United States United States
“The hosts were most accommodating and friendly. Food was fantastic although a little high in price, however the convenience of being served at the house was nice! Rooms are upgraded”
Aggelos
Greece Greece
“The owners were great. We felt part of their family right away!”
Michelle
Australia Australia
“The kindest family stay. Lily the dog was an added bonus. Close to World Heritage site.”
Stefania
Italy Italy
“A pleasant stay, very clean and with a renovated bathroom. A hearty, homemade breakfast. The owners, Mrs. Wasa and her husband, are wonderful people. The location is excellent for visiting the temples and the town.”
Jona
Belgium Belgium
“Close to the busstop and entrance to the archeological site. Basic room and bathroom. Very friendly family with a dog.”
Dix
New Zealand New Zealand
“A wonderful guesthouse! Lovely hosts and great food. Would highly recommend!!”
Dogan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We loved our stay here. We only had a night which felt like enough for the area but wished we could have stayed longer at their lovely guest house. The couple that run it are so friendly, attentive and we felt right at home. The room was so cosy...”
Fleur
Australia Australia
“The hosts were the best we had in all of Sri Lanka. So genuine and caring, we felt like home away from home. The food was amazing too! They picked us up from the train and also drove us to our next destination. A 10/10 local authentic stay with a...”
Roy
South Korea South Korea
“Friendly owners, English speaking, delicious food, close to the lake, we had a great time here”
C
Singapore Singapore
“Run by a hardworking happy couple, Wassa and Sampa Very clean with a beautiful dog lily to keep you company Offers breakfast and dinner and bicycles and pick up and drop off services if needed”

Managed by Akila Sampath

Company review score: 9.7Based on 88 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

My name is Akila Sampath and I'm currently in my thirties living in Dubai. I Work As a Coach at the University. My passions include travelling, as well as exploring new things. Some of my hobbies are swimming, badminton, cricket, and soccer. On behalf of The Sanctuary Cove Guest House team, we would love to welcome you to Polonnaruwa while also ensuring an amazing stay with us that you'll always remember.

Property info

The Polonnaruwa Ancient City and Ruins can be enjoyed while staying at the Sanctuary Cove Guest House. You can freely visit both the Archaeological Museum and Lake Site within a short ten minute walk from the guest house. They also offer free parking and internet access. All rooms come with an attached toilet equipped with amenities such as a private bathroom, air conditioning, and a fan. You can select between a Sri Lankan or intercontinental breakfast which is freshly prepared by Amma. The sanctuary also organizes chairs for cars or bikes to fully appreciate viewing the wonderful ancient city of Polonnaruwa along with its ancient ruins. In addition, they offer elephant safari tours too. After enjoying a detailed safari tour around Polonnaruwa's tourist attractions, guests can wind down in their large garden or dining area.

Neighborhood info

In ten minutes, you can access the ruins and appreciate some nice scenery. Both bus stations are two minutes away, while the post office, local market, ATM, hospital, and tourist police station are all five minutes away. The lakes and canals are approximately five minutes from the guest house.

Languages Spoken

English,Italian

Area info

House rules

Sanctuary Cove Guest House takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 7 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.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Sanctuary Cove Guest House of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.