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The 10 Best Lodges in Kataragama, Sri Lanka

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Set in Kataragama in the Monaragala District region, with Kataragama Temple nearby, Wadula Safari - Yala offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

Situlpawwa is 15 km from the lodge, while Tissa Wewa is 19 km from the property. The nearest airport is Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport, 35 km from Wadula Safari - Yala.

The individual houses are located in the forest with a lot of amazing animals and green plants. A rooms are really clean, comfortable and well equipped. The hosts are extremely kind and polite people, who can arrange a jeep safari in the Yala National Park if you need. With the delicious dinner in the garden was an unforgettable experience for me staying here and it was my favorite accomodation during our three weeks in Srí Lanka. (out of 8)

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9.5
Exceptional
60 reviews
Price from
£80
per night

Offering garden views, Flying Peacock Yala, Katharagama, in Kataragama offers accommodation, free bikes, a garden, a terrace and barbecue facilities.

Situlpawwa is 14 km from the lodge, while Tissa Wewa is 21 km away. The nearest airport is Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport, 37 km from Flying Peacock Yala, Katharagama, .

I have been to Sri Lanka three or four times, and when I come, I mostly stay in places connected with nature. Really, this place is very beautiful, and no matter how hot it was, it didn't feel like it inside this room. Here is a place of amazing beauty combined with a real jungle-like environment. I highly recommend this place to anyone. This is the place that provided the best service at the lowest price among the places I have visited in Sri Lanka. The staff was very close to us and provided good service. I highly recommend it as the only place that gave the best service for the lowest price.

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7.1
Good
12 reviews
Price from
£21
per night

Offering mountain views, Elephant Arcade in Tissamaharama offers accommodation, an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, a terrace and a restaurant.

Tissa Wewa is 10 km from the lodge, while Situlpawwa is 27 km away. The nearest airport is Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport, 37 km from Elephant Arcade.

The staff who run the hotel alone with partner very helpful. He is name mr Jayasinha . He did the 100% of guest satisfaction. My travel is very happy and comfortable. my wife as well very happy . Good food very delicious special rice & curry. I will go againg and it is like our home. Room are very nice and location best Thanks you owner and Jayasinha again

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9.3
Superb
26 reviews
Price from
£29
per night

Yala Village Eco Tree House has garden views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in Tissamaharama, 10 km from Tissa Wewa.

There is a fully equipped shared bathroom with bidet and free toiletries.

Guests at the lodge can enjoy a Full English/Irish breakfast.

We had an amazing stay with the heartwarming family that is taking care of the eco village. We were welcomed very lovely by the host and her daughter. She served delicious Sri Lankan food and was always checking whether everything was fine. The property is really beautiful and gives the feeling of an authentic jungle stay. The huts are small but cosy and mosquito nets are already provided. Sadly we booked our safari tour beforehand but the hosts of the eco village also offer safari jeep tours so we would highly recommend to book it with them. The brother of the host was also very friendly and took care that we get to the bus station on time to catch our bus to Hiriketyia. In total we would really recommend to stay at this place and get the chance to live with locals.

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9.6
Exceptional
19 reviews
Price from
£15
per night

Located in Yala, 3.9 km to Yala safari entrance gate (Detagamuwa entrance), 1 km from Kataragama city center, 11 km from Tissamarama and 36 km from Mattala international airport.

An American breakfast is available daily at the lodge.

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Ideal for nature-lovers looking for a self-sufficient getaway, lodges are fully furnished and self-catered. Usually made of wood and surrounded by forests or mountains, lodges can be part of a group or a single unit. More remote than holiday homes, lodges are popular for safari trips.
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Lodges that guests love in Kataragama

  • Avg. price/night: £23.10
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 612 reviews
    Very friendly and helpful staff, good food in the restaurant, rooms were very clean. Perfect location to go on a safari in Yala. The hotel also organised a Safari for us. Prasad was the best guide and was so knowledgeable! He told us all about the wildlife in the park and did everything he could to make sure we get to see a Leopard! It was a great experience in the Lodge and on The safari with Prasad!
    Maria
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £16.49
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 460 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: £23.10
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 612 reviews
    Really friendly staff, they helped us with everything, even organising our safari in a better price that the one you can book directly in Yala National Park. Food was okeyish (but we just took fried rice). It’s super close to yala, the room is really nice and clean.
    Karolina
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £7.17
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 45 reviews
    Felt like a special place with so many animals around, close to the river and really chill vibe Fernando, Roberto, Saman and others are most friendly and welcoming hosts Dinner and breakfast are great You can also easily organise a safari trip to Yala (national park is busy though!)
    Vincent
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £23.10
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 612 reviews
    Stayed 2 days at this lodge . The room was clean and comfortable and the safari we booked through the lodge was really good. The driver was really knowledgeable about the wildlife and it was a fabulous experience.
    Alison
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £23.10
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 612 reviews
    Great position, with quick access to Yala National Park. The properties looked quite smart from the outside. One of our two rooms was perfectly acceptable and clean. Regarding the food, it was only because our Sinhalese driver intervened that we had very tasty Sri Lankan food for our safari lunch and second evening meal.
    Gillian
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £40.51
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 168 reviews
    The staff organized a safari and was very helpful. Two tlmes we had Dinner and it was outstanding. I can recommend this stay.
    Falco
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £23.10
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 612 reviews
    Great value for money - the lodges were big, modern and clean. This is a really nice place to stay if you are going on a safari in Yala National park! The safari tour was also arranged through the hotel and we had the best guide, who showed us the leopards and told us all about the animals living there. Simply amazing!
    Kristy
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £23.10
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 612 reviews
    Great stay - so convenient for Yala. The Lodge organised our safari too which was so helpful
    Kat Ridgway-Taylor
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £23.10
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 612 reviews
    Very courteous staff. They arranged everything we asked for. We had a comfortable stay with family. The location is accessible for safari too. The lodge arranged our safari as well. It was good.
    V
    Family with young children
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