We have visited this place and we enjoyed our self, its the old and traditional culture is displayed

Good location. Not very well maintained. Slow service. Best rooms overlook the lake.

Nicely situated. Would have loved some air conditioning given the oven-like temperatures outside :). Service was slow.

Didn't stay here as it was out of our budget zone but had food and drank beer on the terrace. If you're lucky enough to have good weather (we went in rain and sunshine in two visits) you will see some amazing sunsets over the lake as this place has probably the best view on the lake. In fact i... More

The location on the lake is really gorgeous and peaceful. The food is ok. The service was poor - four tables were not cleared while we were there and they took forever to replace plates and food when they ran out at the buffet. Despite this, I would recommend this place as it makes a really nice break from looking... More

Wonderful location for visiting Polonnaruwa ruins, unmatched in fact. However food is average and rooms need work.

The Polonnaruwa Resthouse is located on a promontory in the lake. It clearly dates from colonial times, and was not refurbished since. It is the place to be for lunch when visiting the magnificent sights at Polonnaruwa. Lunch itself is a middle of the road buffet style thing, nothing special. But again: being next to the museum the location is... More