Enjoying views of Tissa Lake from all its modern rooms, The Safari is located in Tissamaharama. A 20-minute drive from Yala National Park, it has an outdoor pool with lake view and free Wi-Fi.
Thomas
From
Singapore
The property was poorly maintained. The telephone in the room was not working. Needed to walk a distance to the reception to request for anything that was required in the room. Toiletries were only provided on request. No running water in the morning for sometime and I was unable to take bath and brush teeth. When the water resumed, the pipes gushed out black sediments that soiled my clothes. Though the manager offered to provide free laundry, it was a bad experience that I wish to forget
Located in Tissamaharama, 2.6 km from Tissa Wewa, Hotel River Front provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.
Mathias
From
Norway
Our stay at hotel river front was beyond all expectations. The hosts were super nice and helpfull. The food was great and the room was amazing! they arranged both our taxi, and a safari with a super nice guide: Channa. Would recomend this place to anyone wanting to go to Yala national park!
Located in Tissamaharama, 3.2 km from Tissa Wewa, Tara Watergate provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden.
Lizzie
From
United Kingdom
Beautifully located on the lake, with stunning lake views from the room and large swimming pool. The room was large and comfortable. The staff were so friendly and helpful, arranged our Safari for Yala which was brilliant. The food in the restaurant is delicious, which is handy as there are no other options!
Situated in Tissamaharama, 4.5 km from Tissa Wewa, LakeSide Cabana Tissamaharama features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.
Kalina
From
Bulgaria
Very nice and quiet area, close to nature, great lake view. Really cute cabanas, we really enjoyed relaxing in front of our small tree house. Very friendly and welcoming hosts, delicious dinner.
A lot of mosquitoes and bugs due the lake nearby, no "real" windows, only a mosquito net above the bed, so bring mosquito spray with you.
Unfortunately quite muddy water, so taking a shower wasn't the best experience.
Booking a safari was not worthed for us, because there were way too many jeeps in the national park and we didn't see a lot of animals, which is a pity for the price we paid.
Set in Tissamaharama, 2.4 km from Tissa Wewa, Hotel Nilketha Yala Tissamaharama offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.
Keelin
From
Ireland
Spacious accommodation, short walk to the Main Street, fine for us for one night for going to Yala Safari. Our room was older than the photos and shower was ok. Good aircon and staff were very helpful.
Offering an outdoor swimming pool and a restaurant, Kithala Resort - Thema Collection is located in Tissamaharama. Free WiFi access is available in this resort.
Lorena Cristina
From
Thailand
The staff was very friendly and went out of their way to make us comfortable.
Located in heart of Tissamaharama, Serenity Tissa features air-conditioned accommodation and an outdoor swimming pool. With free WiFi, hotel has a garden and a restaurant.
Bianca
From
Netherlands
One of the closest location near to the national park. The family running the hotel is very hospitable. The tour they offer is reasonably priced and the driver very capable.
Avonil Resort Yala features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Tissamaharama. This 3-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.
Laura
From
Belgium
It was in a quiet area and there was a pool available, the manager also welcomed us warmly when we arrived.
Situated in Tissamaharama, 5.1 km from Tissa Wewa, Yala Peace Cottages features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.
Ian
From
United Kingdom
Peaceful yet closely located to town for shops and restaurants. Great wildlife nearby. Safari driver is one of the best. Rooms huge, pool great size for kids and food in restaurant is best in Sri Lanka and great price.
Featuring a garden, terrace and views of lake, Dearly Holiday Home And Safari is located in Tissamaharama, 1.8 km from Tissa Wewa.
Mitchel James
From
United Kingdom
Lovely place to stay, the family were a delight and I recommend having dinner and breakfast there!
Also be sure to check out ‘Fruit Bats View Point’ on maps in the evening!
Set in Tissamaharama, 2.5 km from Tissa Wewa, Nehansa Resort and safari offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.
Situated in Tissamaharama, 1.8 km from Tissa Wewa, Sasanda Villa and Yala Safari Place features accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.
Guest review
the place was very nice indeed. very clean, cool and spacious. our hosts were very attentive but not at all pushy. would definitely recommend
Situated in Tissamaharama, 13 km from Tissa Wewa, Mamba Yala features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. This 3-star hotel offers a bar.
Guest review
We had such a nice stay! The staff was soo friendly and carring. They organized our safarie and made the best lush package we could imaging. Also the dinner and the fruitplates were so good! The view from the treehouse and also the lovely animals made our stay perfect.
Situated in Tissamaharama, 2.5 km from Tissa Wewa, Yala River Front Hotel & Restaurant features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.
Guest review
A lovely relaxing place. Very friendly people and delicious food!
Set in Tissamaharama, 3.4 km from Tissa Wewa, Coconut Island Yala offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.
Guest review
+ a bit outside the busy town
+ green rice fields at backyard
+ friendly owner, very good chef also :)
Situated in Tissamaharama, 7 km from Tissa Wewa, Yala Elephant Cottage features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.
Guest review
The staff was very nice. Location convenience for the safari.
Located in Tissamaharama, 7.3 km from Tissa Wewa, Rice Rice Villas provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.
Guest review
Very niceinfinity pool,local breakfast ,and interior of the cabin
Situated in Tissamaharama, 4.5 km from Tissa Wewa, LakeSide Cabana Tissamaharama features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.
Guest review
The property is in the middle of the jungle you can feel the peace
Offering a year-round outdoor pool and barbecue, The Coconut Gardens Hotel & Restaurant is located in Tissamaharama, 900 metres from Tissa Wewa. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant.
Situated in Tissamaharama, 2.2 km from Tissa Wewa, Art Yala Boutique Resort features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.
Guest review
sparkly clean, friendly staff, good food, nice location
Located in Tissamaharama, 3.2 km from Tissa Wewa, Tara Watergate provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden.
Guest review
Excellent rooms, views and pool! Really great place
Avonil Resort Yala features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Tissamaharama. This 3-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.
Guest review
Beautiful spacious room. Very clean and comfortable.
Situated in Tissamaharama, 14 km from Tissa Wewa, Tranquil Sanctuary Yala features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. This 4-star hotel offers a bar.
Set in Tissamaharama, 2.1 km from Tissa Wewa, Happiness villa Yala and Safari offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant.
Located in Tissamaharama, 2.1 km from Tissa Wewa, Yala Shenu Safari Inn provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.
Set in Tissamaharama, within 5.7 km of Tissa Wewa and 22 km of Bundala Bird Sanctuary, Comfort Yala offers accommodation with a garden and as well as free private parking for guests who drive.
Situated in Tissamaharama, 10 km from Tissa Wewa, Wanni Villa Resort & Safari features accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.
Guest review
Nice and very quiet location nearly Tissamaharama. room was very clean and staff was super. they help us to arranged yala national park tour. it was amazing and driver was super.
Set in Tissamaharama, within 1.3 km of Tissa Wewa and 26 km of Bundala Bird Sanctuary, Aura Holiday Inn offers accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private...
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.
Guest review
The host was really kind and the room was very big!
FAQs about hotels in Tissamaharama
On average, 3-star hotels in Tissamaharama cost £41 per night, and 4-star hotels in Tissamaharama are £54 per night. If you're looking for something really special, a 5-star hotel in Tissamaharama can on average be found for £106 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
The average price per night for a 3-star hotel in Tissamaharama this weekend is £36 or, for a 4-star hotel, £121. Looking for something even fancier? 5-star hotels in Tissamaharama for this weekend cost on average around £241 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
On average, it costs £44 per night to book a 3-star hotel in Tissamaharama for tonight. You'll pay on average around £189 if you choose to stay in a 4-star hotel tonight, while a 5-star hotel in Tissamaharama will cost around £163 (based on Booking.com prices).
The owner of Serenity lake advices us to visit Yala safari,...
The owner of Serenity lake advices us to visit Yala safari, Sithul pawwa magul viharaya and sithul pawwa a super history with beautiful scenery,
which we did and we're very grateful for his advice.
We returned to the serenity lake to have lunch before heading off.
Requested for a village kind of lunch with the local veggies and it was served on a lotus leaf...
The most delicious meal it was.
We had lunch at Reds and at the Serenity lake .
Guest review by
Shasa
United Kingdom
Review score
8.0
The location is excellent and the resort is real value for...
The location is excellent and the resort is real value for money . The food was excellent . The rooms were nice . The toiletries in the bathrooms needs to improve . The bathroom needs exhaust fans as it can get quite stuffy . The resort manager Mr Upal is a nice friendly bloke and is exceptional in his service . Overall a very pleasant experience .
Guest review by
Venkatesh
Review score
10.0
This is a great location to stay if you want to visit the...
This is a great location to stay if you want to visit the national parks and My Village will organise safaris to the four parks in the area either a half or full day. The local town is not a tourist town but it's great to wander around looking in the local shops.
M
Guest review by
Michael
United Kingdom
Review score
8.0
We were there the first time for safari.
We were there the first time for safari. We had a tour to the Buddha by the sea…amazing.
This time we were passing through on our way to Ella. We ate at Red Pizza which was just as good second time round.
Guest review by
Roger
Sri Lanka
Review score
6.0
Was in Tissamaharama for Yala Safari, had booked the early...
Was in Tissamaharama for Yala Safari, had booked the early morning Safari.
Disappointed with the Safari as there were very few animals except.for.peacocks and spotted dear.
Later into the ride our jeep driver and guide revealed we had entered through block 5 of the Safari and most the animals(Leopard, Bears) mostly are sighted in block 1 and 2.
Block 1 and 2 were closed that day, maybe just our luck.
So I guess check, with the Safari organizer before booking your safari as it quite expensive.
Basically disappointed ☹️
Guest review by
Sahil
India
Review score
8.0
Very good base for safari to Yala or Bundala parks.
Very good base for safari to Yala or Bundala parks. I' went to Bundala as I've never been to park with big wetlands and I think it was a great choice. We've seen numerous types of birds, lizards, monkeys, jackals, mangooses, bufallos, crocodiles and also few elephants😊
I didn't stay in center of Tissa but still was able to find nice restaurants, like Smoky Kitchen (recommended).
Guest review by
diadesi
Poland
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I can’t recommend staying at Tara Watergate enough. The rooms are big, bright, spacious with large windows looking out onto the lake. The room was very clean, beautifully air conditioned. The staff were incredibly attentive and warm. They kindly organised a safari for us which was the highlight of our trip. I left something behind and the hotel sent it by tuk tuk to me — I am so thankful. The food was the best we’ve had in Sri Lanka, the chefs are very talented. The pool is clean and very refreshing to cool off in.
Amazing place. The owner was super helpful. He took me from the bus stop. He even took me to a restaurant and took me back to the hotel. Everything was so comfortable. The staff was so kind. Room was the cleanest compared to
other places I stayed in Sri Lanka. They arranged a very nice safari tour. They also offer free bicycle so I could explore the area a bit. Best place to stay especially if you are a solo woman traveller.
We stayed in a lot of beautiful accommodations during our trip in Sri Lanka but this hotel takes the cake, it’s such an amazing place. The staff is the sweetest, every morning they clean the entire property and pool. The food is excellent, they also catered to our 3 year old who is a picky eater. Couldn’t be happier, 10 out of 10
Very clean area , the employees are really friendly and helpful. I highly recommend this place- one of the cleanest hotels so far during our 2 weeks visit in sri lanka .
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