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Reviews of Serenity Lake Resort Yala

No. 280/1, Wewa Yaya, Maha Deira Road, 82120 Tissamaharama, Sri Lanka

#26 of 42 B&Bs and inns in Tissamaharama

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 79 hotel reviews

8.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.0

  • Comfort

    8.1

  • Location

    8.7

  • Facilities

    8.3

  • Staff

    9.3

  • Value for money

    8.6

  • Free Wifi

    9.4

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  • Reviewed: April 12, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Super Hotel!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 10, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    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

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 7, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Friendly and welcoming staff. Accommodation conform to the announcement. Friendly atmosphere, I recommend!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: March 29, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    endroit parfait

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 21, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    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!

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 17, 2025

    9.0
    Nice property. Great host. You wont be disappointed.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Great job. Keep up the good work.

    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 starting business and does a good job in ensuring his guests are comfortable. Included Dinner and breakfast were awesome and the portions were generous, sufficient for 3 meals rather than one. The room was spacious with lots of sitting space outside as well. The property has a pool and lake view.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 11, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    perfect

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 3, 2025

    8.0
    Great place, but beware of mosquitos
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A lot pf mosquitos in the room- need to add the mosquito net, my whole face got bitten at night.

    Everything was great

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 27, 2025

    7.0
    Convenient location for safari. Help in organizing it. Nice, friendly staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The hotel area is green and well-groomed. But the rooms definitely need more attention and a facelift. This shortcoming was corrected by the friendliness of the staff, the location and the excellent early morning Yala safari.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 23, 2025

    10
    Beautiful location
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    You really need a car or a driver (or a tuk tuk) to get to and from this property.

    Nice big room, beautiful outlook over lake(lots of birds and wildlife). Friendly staff

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 27, 2025

    8.0
    Budget friendly hotel with friendly staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location was abit far but the staff was more than happy o drive us anywhere we needed

    Staff are so friendly and helpful ! Thankyou for looking after us!

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 25, 2025

    8.0
    Lovely, relaxed stay with great food and service
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    We needed a fridge however that should not be expected in this type of budget accommodation. Staff obliged by sharing their fridge and then hurried after us by motorbike when we forgot to take out our medicines when we left. Note: not a criticism. Driver accommodation is not available here.

    This accommodation is located beside the lake at the end of a quite long and narrow road so it is very quiet and peaceful. There are six double - triple rooms in two separate buildings, each with its outdoor covered dining and relaxation area with views of the lake. We enjoyed the clean pool and lovely garden and environment. Breakfasts were continental with omelettes, toast, fruit and fruit juice. We were able to also have some Sri Lankan breakfast food when it was served to local visitors. Dinner was included - great because you are far from any restaurants - and it was voted number two of the best of 23 dinners we had in the country. The rooms [ we had three] were clean, well equipped with furniture, and comfortable. The bathroom was as clean as any similar accommodation in Sri Lanka which is to say that the washbasin, shower and toilet were really clean however cleaning around the edges of bottom of walls etc could be improved. The staff were always approachable, helpful and focused on service, providing extra services such as washing clothes for us and keeping medicines in their fridge. Value for money for this level of accommodation. We enjoyed our stay.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 5, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The best hotel I have ever stayed in Sri Lanka. Everything was amazing!!! Highly Recommended!!!

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 1, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Buena

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 15, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    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!

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 6, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Good!

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: November 16, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Good

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: November 4, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    All is well. It's a really wonderful atmosphere.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: October 29, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Buena

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: September 20, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Because of the location, we had some small animals like geckos, little frogs, and bugs in the room. There's no real way to keep them out. There are quite a few mosquitoes, but the host provides burning coils to help with them (it didn't help too much) If there are other guests, the pool can get a bit crowded, and there are only two sun loungers. The food is cheap but you get what you paid for.

    The location is right by Yoda Lake, so the view is absolutely stunning. The yard is really nice with lots of swings and tables to chill at. The green grass against the blue lake is just beautiful. The pool is super clean and perfect for a dip after a safari.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 11, 2024

    9.0
    Breezy, cozy lake view spot
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Little things to be changed like taps , anyway there were renovations and refurbishment going on without disturbing the guests.

    A very kind host and friendly staff. Beautiful location with the view and the breeze from the lake. Clean pool. Great relaxation. Not the most modern type of lodging , a nice environment, eco friendly, full of greenery. Food was delicious. Definitely we will return!!!!!

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 11, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No mosquito net, so many bugs and mosquitos during the night

    Beautiful place with friendly staff, good food and perfect for a Yala safari. The pool is a big bonus, as is the view on the lake. Staff available and very friendly

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 6, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The hotel rooms were exceptionally comfortable, providing us with a peaceful and restful night's sleep. The garden was beautifully maintained, with a lush lawn that's perfect for relaxing. There's also plenty of space for children to play, making it a great family-friendly spot

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 2, 2024

    7.0
    Decent stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Pillow extremely thin and uncomfortable

    Spacious garden overlooking the lake

    Stayed in September 2024

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