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Situated on the banks of the Giritale Reservoir within the district capital of Polonnaruwa, five hours by road from the capital, Colombo, and Bandaranaike International Airport. Deer Park Hotel is set within the Cultural Triangle, which consists of ancient monuments dating back 2,500 years. The hotel is surrounded by a number of national wildlife parks. It is also in close proximity to many rural villages that engage guests in the discovery of local culture and practices.

Arrival in Sri Lanka by Air
Bandaranaike International Airport is located 35 km north of the capital city, Colombo. Visitors can choose from the almost two dozen international airlines currently operating to Sri Lanka, including the national carrier, Sri Lankan Airlines.

Journey to Deer Park Hotel by Road
Deer Park Hotel arranges chauffeur driven cars for a convenient and relaxing journey from the airport to the hotel. If you prefer to make your own way by rented car to the property proceed from Colombo to Kurunegala either by Kandy Road, or by Minuwangoda Road via Ja-ela. From Kurunegala turn towards Dambulla and proceed up to Habarana. At the Habarana junction, turn right onto the Polonnaruwa main road. En-route you will pass Moragaswewa, Ambagaswewa & Minneriya before you reach Giritale. Deer Park Hotel is on the banks of the Giritale reservoir, 10 miles before Polonnaruwa.

Distance : 127 miles.
Approximate traveling time : 5 hours
Travelers tips : Best time to travel - early morning
Food stops along the way : Rantaliya at Kurunegala or Gimanhala at Dambulla


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