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Mailagama Cinnamon Residence, hotel in Kataragama

Mailagama Cinnamon Residence features free WiFi and views of mountain in Sellakataragama. Featuring a concierge service, this property also provides guests with a terrace.

Perfect base for relaxation & tranquility prior yo a safari trip. The hosts & staff were unbelievably welcoming,friendly and went above & beyond to make our stay memorable, sadly it vwas only for one night. The setting is truly beautiful, the spice trail set in the grounds & visit to their cinnamon farm is a must. The hosts shared their knowledge & passion throughout . Dinner and lunch were plentiful, delicious,authentic freshly cooked Sri Lankan cuisine. We dined outside the beautiful surroundings of palm trees & lush countryside The bedrooms were well air conditioned & beds really comfortable. We travelled with teenagers & their needs were totally met & all slept like logs. The hosts organised our 5.30am safari & provided a lovely packed breakfast for us to take.
Scored 9.5
9.5
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
218 reviews
Price from
£39.30
1 night, 2 adults
Humbhaha jungle yala nature eco resort, hotel in Kataragama

Boasting a patio with garden views, free bikes and a garden, Humbhaha jungle yala nature eco resort can be found in Kataragama, close to Kataragama Temple and 18 km from Situlpawwa.

POSITIVES: - Cool place to stay, hippy vibes. Lots of cool animals around and 4 gorgeous dogs, 3 of them being sausage dogs. - The dinner was delicious and the manager got us all instruments after dinner and we played together which everyone enjoyed if it is your vibe. - I liked going to sleep with the sounds of nature and waking up to them if it’s your vibe as it is all open air. - Don’t stay if you don’t like roughing it a bit.
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very good
548 reviews
Price from
£16
1 night, 2 adults
Safari Lodge Yala, hotel in Kataragama

Set in Kataragama, Safari Lodge Yala provides a restaurant and garden views, 2.3 km from Kataragama Temple and 16 km from Lunugamvehera National Park. Complimentary WiFi is provided.

Lovely setting with cabins spread through the gardens
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very good
739 reviews
Price from
£25.50
1 night, 2 adults
Rathna Holiday Resort, hotel in Kataragama

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Rathna Holiday Resort is situated in Kataragama. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

Location was calm and had a scenic view to our room.
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very good
38 reviews
Price from
£18.53
1 night, 2 adults
Katagamuwa Rest, hotel in Kataragama

Located in Kataragama, within a 1.6 km radius of Kataragama Temple, Katagamuwa Rest features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi. This guest house offers a shared lounge.

Property is nice and scenic. Very natural and peaceful. Staff is very supportive. Allowed us use of kitchen which helped a lot as we had kid traveing with us, who prefer home cooked food. It is a good rest house with all basic amenities. Overall homely place.
Scored 6.3
6.3
Rated pleasant
Pleasant
6 reviews
Price from
£8.50
1 night, 2 adults
Romana Rest Kataragama, hotel in Kataragama

Romana Rest is located in Kataragama, 900 metres from Kataragama Temple and 13 km from Lunugamvehera National Park.

Scored 6.3
6.3
Rated pleasant
Pleasant
18 reviews
Price from
£8.50
1 night, 2 adults
V Cabanas & Yala Safari Place, hotel in Kataragama

Featuring garden views, V Cabanas & Yala Safari Place features accommodation with patio, around 2.6 km from Tissa Wewa.

Great Place to Stay to Visit the national Park. We booked our safari with them - all good and smooth. Very friendly staff we even good driven to an ATM and the bus stop when leaving. Thanks again :)
Scored 9.6
9.6
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
159 reviews
Price from
£19.49
1 night, 2 adults
Tissa Rainbow Guest & Yala, hotel in Kataragama

Located within less than 1 km of Tissa Wewa and 25 km of Bundala Bird Sanctuary in Tissamaharama, Tissa Rainbow Guest & Yala provides accommodation with seating area.

Place is located in Tissamaharama, maybe 2km of center but you have everything in for short stay. We spent 1 night before going to safari. Welcome drink - coconaut is something extra that we did not expect. Rooms has AC, fans, hot water, you can order meals and drinks. We enjoyed very much. Owner is helpfull, very nice man. House is very clean, rooms also.
Scored 9.4
9.4
Rated superb
Superb
184 reviews
Price from
£13.02
1 night, 2 adults
Moon Light Guest House, hotel in Kataragama

Offering a restaurant and free bikes, MOON LIGHT Guest House is located just 1.1 km from the Tissamaharama Bus Station and 3.2 km from the beautiful Tissa Lake.

If you are looking for accommodation and safari this is just right spot for you. Sanjeewa is one of the kindest person we have met in whole Sri Lanka. He welcomed us with homemade mango fresh juice from his garden. Told us about fruits and stuff around the place. He arranged everything for us ! We had tasty homemade lunch after safari and room upgrade for free. He also took us to bus station and put us on the right bus to Mirrisa. Thank you for memorable time!!! We will come again!
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated superb
Superb
410 reviews
Price from
£21.91
1 night, 2 adults
Yala Safari River View Hotel, hotel in Kataragama

Situated in Tissamaharama, 4.5 km from Tissa Wewa, Yala Safari River View Hotel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

We loved our stay at River view hotel - the hosts were very responsive, attentive and made us feel at home. Like many travelers visiting this area, we ventured into the Yala national park for a full day safari which they organized for us and was very well planned. Highly recommend
Scored 9.8
9.8
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
130 reviews
Price from
£7.41
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Avg. price/night: £15.77
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 28 reviews
    Good location to the yala park. Great host who arranged and guided us on an excellent safari trip where we were able to see a leopard and elephants from very closeby. We staid the full afternoon in the park and afterwards enjoyed an excellent dinner prepared by the host en his wife. Highly recommended.
    carine
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £49.78
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 218 reviews
    Great host. Took us through their spice trail and cinnamon processing plant which was a great experience!
    Richie
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £27.05
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 739 reviews
    Great host and food was amazing. The stay was comfortable and location was good
    Arun Madhavan
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £15.77
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 28 reviews
    Really nice helpful host who organised our safari as well and the food was very good! Rooms were spotless and comfortable. A quiet place very close to yala national park.
    Tijs
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £15.77
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 28 reviews
    The hosts were absolutely fantastic, very warm and welcoming. Kapila's knowledge about the flora and fauna in Yala National Park is top level and we would highly recommend doing your safari with him. The rooms are very spacious, the beds are super comfortable and the hotel is in a very quiet spot so you are guaranteed a good night sleep. The garden is beautiful with lots of bird life around too. Highly recommend staying here!
    Hannah
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £7.73
    Scored 7.1
    7.1
    Rated good
    Good
     · 126 reviews
    Great location, clean enough, when we arrived the markets were on across the road which was great. Host was very nice and helpful. Maybe not for everyone but you get what you pay for and we were happy overall.
    Belinda
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £17
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 118 reviews
    The host family is very nice. The young daughter speak a very good english and looks eager to train it and talk about their culture and traditions). The food I had was really good and they also greeted me with a fresh welcome juice. They let me help and Watch the dinner making and it was very pleasant. The rooms are big, very clean and Probably recently renewed (the a/c system seemed pretty new). The area is out of the city centre, but it is ist to get there in 20 minutes by walk.
    nadia
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £14.61
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 549 reviews
    I loved the authenticity of the place and the people here. Chilled backpacker vibes. Roberto is a great host ensuring a very warm welcome to guests offering tea etc . Loved the rustic architecture , very much in tune to surrounding Nature complimented with the animals on site. Lodge is set by the river so you can go for a dip and cool down. And ample space for you to relax, read and do yoga.
    Ling
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £27.05
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 739 reviews
    The restaurant building is fantastic. It sits above the tree tops in the breeze. It is beautiful. The staff are all terrific. Fantastic food. Fantastic guide. Great host and staff.
    Margot
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £27.05
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 739 reviews
    Very quiet place, hosts were really kind. dinner at the restaurant was tasty. We had full day Safari at Yala National Park and it was beautiful. Our driver Roschanne during the Safari was great, I highly recommend him 10/10. We also spotted a leopard at 5 pm. Roschanne was so nice with us.
    Giulia
    Young couple
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