Title: Visit New Town: Best of New Town Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in New Town](https://expedia.ca/New-Town-Hotels.d553248635976383975.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in New Town](https://expedia.ca/New-Town-Vacation-Rentals.d553248635976383975.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[New Town Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-New-Town.d553248635976383975.Car-Rental-Guide)[New Town Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/New-Town.d553248635976383975.Destination-Travel-Guides) # New Town ## Travel Guide ## Visit New Town Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.ca/deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_553248635976383975) - New Town Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in New Town ![Hotel Sudu Araliya](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11950000/11941100/11941026/b99130ee_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Sudu Araliya New Town Polonnaruwa North Central Province Book a stay at this spa hotel in Polonnaruwa. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Polonnaruwa Archaeological ... 7.2/10 Good! (50 reviews) It looks promising in places, but sadly the whole place smelled damp when we visited. Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F03%2F2026&endDate=26%2F03%2F2026&selected=11941026&PinnedHotelID=11941026&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976383975) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F03%2F2026&endDate=26%2F03%2F2026&selected=11941026&PinnedHotelID=11941026&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976383975) ![Risenlak Holiday Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20290000/20288100/20288055/718570c5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Risenlak Holiday Resort 136/2, New Town Road, 2nd Canal Polonnaruwa North Central Province CA $21 CA $24 total Mar 12 - Mar 13 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly guesthouse in Polonnaruwa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Polonnaruwa Archaeological ... [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F03%2F2026&endDate=13%2F03%2F2026&selected=20288055&PinnedHotelID=20288055&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976383975) ![Hotel Sigiriya](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1610000/1609800/1609730/29bfb8ec_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Sigiriya Hotel Road Sigiriya CA $124 CA $163 total Apr 1 - Apr 2 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this spa resort in Sigiriya. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (555 reviews) Old property not well maintained. Rooms are small. Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F04%2F2026&endDate=02%2F04%2F2026&selected=1609730&PinnedHotelID=1609730&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976383975) [See all 262 properties in New Town](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=12%2F03%2F2026&endDate=13%2F03%2F2026®ionId=553248635976383975) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Back of Beyond - Pidurangala](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11770000/11768200/11768155/2c42d5e3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Back of Beyond - Pidurangala Kurulu Uyana, Pidurangala Sigiriya Book a stay at this family-friendly villa in Sigiriya. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Pidurangala Rock and Sigiriya Lion ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (57 reviews) This is such a cool hotel, nestled in the jungle. And the novelty of staying in a tree house is quite fun! The hotel can help arrange nature walks which is a nice touch. Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Sigiriya-Hotels-Back-Of-Beyond-Pidurangala.h11768155.Hotel-Information) ![Gabaa Resort & Spa - Habarana](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103580000/103576200/103576154/w976h683x24y0-5977935d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Gabaa Resort & Spa - Habarana Habarana NC Stay at this cabin in Habarana. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Habarana Cultural Center and Pidurangala Rock are located ... 10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews) Beautiful cabins in relaxing gardens. Friendly staff with fantastic inhouse food. Walking distance to main road but set back and feels nice and remote. Reviewed on Sep 22, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Habarana-Hotels-Gabaa-Resort-Spa-Habarana.h103576154.Hotel-Information) ![Woodland Sanctuary ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112520000/112519500/112519426/2d70d7e2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Woodland Sanctuary Kashyapagama Habarana North Central Province Book a stay at this spa villa in Habarana. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Habarana Cultural Center and Pidurangala ... [](https://expedia.ca/Habarana-Hotels-Woodland-Sanctuary.h112519426.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in New Town](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=553248635976383975&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check New Town hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976383975&startDate=2026-03-11&endDate=2026-03-12)[Mar 11 - Mar 12](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976383975&startDate=2026-03-11&endDate=2026-03-12) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976383975&startDate=2026-03-12&endDate=2026-03-13)[Mar 12 - Mar 13](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976383975&startDate=2026-03-12&endDate=2026-03-13) [This weekend ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976383975&startDate=13%2F03%2F2026&endDate=15%2F03%2F2026)[Mar 13 - Mar 15](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976383975&startDate=13%2F03%2F2026&endDate=15%2F03%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976383975&startDate=20%2F03%2F2026&endDate=22%2F03%2F2026)[Mar 20 - Mar 22](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976383975&startDate=20%2F03%2F2026&endDate=22%2F03%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Unesco site in Polonnaruwa, ancient city ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6034975/5a5c910a-d09c-42cf-9c2f-c4b0352a0be9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Polonnaruwa Vatadage 3/5(1 review) After visiting Polonnaruwa Vatadage, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Polonnaruwa. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the biking trails. [](https://expedia.ca/Polonnaruwa-Vatadage-Polonnaruwa.d553248621526914689.Vacation-Attraction) ![You can hire a bike and spend a day exploring the ancient sites of Polonnaruwa. This was one of the most impressive temples for us. Visit in the afternoon for the best light. #ontheroad #temples #Sri Lanka #ruins #polonnaruwa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6034975/1b657956-5832-4167-a0b6-ac0a6f9ba027.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Lankatilaka-Temple-Polonnaruwa.d553248621526914976.Vacation-Attraction) ![Kiri Vihara - ancient dagoba. Pollonaruwa, Sri Lanka](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526914977/bccfd03d-4812-4d31-b836-71b365d5f6f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Kiri-Vihara-Temple-Polonnaruwa.d553248621526914977.Vacation-Attraction) #### Polonnaruwa Archaeological Museum 5/5(2 reviews) You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Polonnaruwa Archaeological Museum during your trip to Polonnaruwa. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the biking trails. [](https://expedia.ca/Polonnaruwa-Archaeological-Museum-Polonnaruwa.d553248621526914690.Vacation-Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Gal-Pota-Polonnaruwa.d553248621526914688.Vacation-Attraction) #### Gal Viharaya You can find out about the history of Nissankamallapura when you stop by Gal Viharaya. Amble around the area's lakeside, or seek out its biking trails. [](https://expedia.ca/Gal-Viharaya-Polonnaruwa.d6284404.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Safari Adventure in Minneriya national Park Sri Lanka](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50020905/7c06fe0d-4265-4f1d-bc1a-06bd4b24232b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Safari Adventure in Minneriya national Park Sri Lanka CA $41 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/safari-adventure-in-minneriya-national-park-sri-lanka.a50020905.activity-details) ![Minneriya national park ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2549695/6e8ef638-210e-45d3-9b83-fbe01e30656a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Minneriya National Park halfday Safari CA $52 per traveller [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/minneriya-national-park-halfday-safari.a2549695.activity-details) ![It's possible to rent cycles at the ancient city of Polonnaruwa. Will be a nice experience if you are somebody who love cycling. ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2403176/6c2a2964-d998-40a6-8f4a-7efa9a8807d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Polonnaruwa Day Tour with Lunch by Mahaweli CA $63 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/polonnaruwa-day-tour-with-lunch-by-mahaweli.a2403176.activity-details) ![Day Tour to Polannaruwa from Kandy by Lux Tours Lanka ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2927195/45d7153d-114d-4aca-b7a7-66001375dc1b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Day Tour to Polannaruwa from Kandy by Lux Tours Lanka CA $146 per traveller [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/day-tour-to-polannaruwa-from-kandy-by-lux-tours-lanka.a2927195.activity-details) ![Minneriya National Park Private Jeep Safari to Visit Elephants](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5039291/e0bd97e5-35b5-4494-a13a-826d56e09926.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Jeep Safari at Minneriya National Park to Visit Elephants CA $96 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-jeep-safari-at-minneriya-national-park-to-visit-elephants.a5039291.activity-details) ![Full-Day Minneriya and Kaudulla National Parks Private Safari](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3145254/a6ee20dd-3411-46ba-8b09-d8d37ddb68b2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Full-Day Minneriya and Kaudulla National Parks Private Safari CA $75 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-minneriya-and-kaudulla-national-parks-private-safari.a3145254.activity-details) [See all activities in New Town](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-New-Town.d553248635976383975.Travel-Guide-Activities) - Cities near New Town - Places of interest - [Polonnaruwa Archaeological Museum ](https://expedia.ca/Polonnaruwa-Archaeological-Museum-Polonnaruwa.d553248621526914690.Vacation-Attraction) - [Base Hospital Dehiattakandiya ](https://expedia.ca/Base-Hospital-Dehiattakandiya-Dehiattakandiya.d553248631431355913.Vacation-Attraction) - [Pabula Vihara ](https://expedia.ca/Pabula-Vihara-Polonnaruwa.d553248621526914693.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app