Saffron Guest Inn

Nestled near Polonnaruwa’s ancient ruins, Saffron Guest Inn sits about 2 km from the city center and a short drive from Polonnaruwa Archaeological Museum, Parakrama Samudra, Polonnaruwa Vatadage and Shiva Devalaya. This pet-friendly guest house is a practical base for exploring the archaeological park and surrounding temples.

The property offers 11 guestrooms with air conditioning and ceiling fans, private bathrooms with showers and complimentary toiletries, plus daily housekeeping. Expect simple, relaxed rooms and easy access to a garden and terrace for downtime after a day among the ruins.

Complimentary Wi‑Fi, bicycles to rent, barbecue grills, a terrace and garden are on-site. The inn also provides tour/ticket assistance and free self-parking, with an optional roundtrip airport shuttle available for a surcharge.

Practical on-site services include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, laundry and private check-in/check-out. Complimentary Wi‑Fi keeps you connected and a lobby newspaper helps you prep for the day.

Two on-site restaurants serve guests, plus room service during limited hours. Continental breakfasts are available daily from 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee, making mornings easy before you head to the ruins.