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<h2>Comfortable Accommodations</h2> Serenity Lake Resort Yala in Yodakandiya offers family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and free WiFi. Each room includes a work desk, TV, and soundproofing for a pleasant stay. <h2>Exceptional Facilities</h2> Guests can enjoy a sun terrace, water sports facilities, and a year-round outdoor swimming pool. The resort features a garden, restaurant, and outdoor fireplace, ensuring ample leisure options. <h2>Dining Experience</h2> The family-friendly restaurant serves American and Asian cuisines for lunch, dinner, and high tea. Breakfast options include continental, buffet, full English/Irish, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free. <h2>Convenient Location</h2> Located 24 mi from Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport, the resort is near attractions such as Tissa Wewa (6.8 mi) and Bundala Bird Sanctuary (22 mi). Free on-site private parking is available.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

    • Breakfast Info

    • Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Asian, Buffet, Breakfast to go

    • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
3 twin beds
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.3
Cleanliness
8.1
Comfort
8.1
Value for money
8.6
Location
8.7
Free Wifi
9.4
High score for Tissamaharama

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Sylvie
    France France
    Very Good location. The lake view is an added bonus. Owner and the staff were very helpful. They even helped me book the Yala Safari. The Guide was very informative, we were able to see the leopard, Elephants, etc
  • Aashvi
    India India
    Friendly and welcoming staff. Accommodation conform to the announcement. Friendly atmosphere, I recommend!
  • Sara
    Canada Canada
    Amazing place with beautiful gardens. Lovely clean room with aircon. The owners and staff are very welcoming, friendly and helpful. They can arrange safaris and taxis easily at a really good price.
  • Harvey
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A stunning hotel. The hotel booked the safari for us. They also provide good taxi service. Mr. Dilip, the hotel's owner, is a really pleasant man. Highly Recommended!
  • Lily
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The best hotel I have ever stayed in Sri Lanka. Everything was amazing!!! Highly Recommended!!!
  • Chanda
    India India
    You can enjoy the freshest and tastiest lake fish at this hotel. The pool is amazing, the rooms are nice, and the safari experience is fantastic!
  • Polina
    India India
    Nestled in a picturesque village, this hotel offers a serene retreat where you can savor a hot cup of coffee while enjoying the gentle lake breeze in the evening. The hotel provides a unique opportunity to indulge in the taste of fresh lake fish,...
  • Helena
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Everything was satisfactory during our stay. The food, safari experience, room accommodations, bathroom facilities, and the hotel surroundings all met our expectations. We found the staff to be attentive and friendly, which contributed to our...
  • Chanka
    Canada Canada
    The staff was very hospitable, they had fulfilled all of our meal requests, additionally arranged a Safari Jeep for us and also prepared a picnic breakfast for us to carry on the ride. They have been kind and very helpful all throughout our stay.
  • Praveen
    India India
    Nice property. Dulip the host did a good job in making us comfortable at the homestay. He is a starting entrepreneur managing the homestay on his own. He is the host, the manager, the chef, security, housekeeper...... Does all of it himself as a...

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      American • Asian
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly

Amenities of Serenity Lake Resort Yala
Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower

Outdoors

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Badminton equipment
  • Water sports facilities on site
  • Cycling
  • Playground
  • Fishing

Living Area

  • Desk

Food & Drink

  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Restaurant

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

    Front Desk Services

    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/out
    • Tour desk
    • Currency exchange
    • Express check-in/out

    Entertainment & Family Services

    • Outdoor play equipment for kids
    • Indoor play area

    Cleaning Services

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Ironing service
    • Laundry
      Additional charge

    Safety & security

    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    • Safe

    General

    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Grocery deliveries
      Additional charge
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Hypoallergenic room available
    • Soundproof
    • Private entrance
    • Car rental
    • Packed lunches
    • Soundproof rooms
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Room service

    Accessibility

    • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
    • Entire unit located on ground floor

    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!

    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome

    Languages Spoken

    • English

    House rules
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    Check-in
    From 1:00 PM to 11:30 PM
    Check-out
    From 4:30 AM to 11:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
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    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

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    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Cash only
    This property only accepts cash payments.
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.

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