Yala Safari River View Hotel

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 9.8
Rated exceptional

Staff

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Yala Safari River View Hotel in Tissamaharama offers family rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and garden or river views. Each room includes a balcony, work desk, and free WiFi. Dining and Leisure: The family-friendly restaurant serves local cuisine with vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. Guests can relax on the sun terrace or in the garden, enjoy the outdoor seating area, and participate in culture classes. Convenient Location: Located 17 mi from Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport, the hotel is near attractions such as Tissa Wewa (2.5 mi) and Bundala Bird Sanctuary (16 mi). Guests appreciate the host, balcony, and proximity to nature.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Breakfast Info

Vegetarian, Asian, American

Free private parking available at the hotel

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Availability

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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Burpee
Netherlands Netherlands
“Amazing staff that helped us out every step of the way proactively unlike any other stay I've been at. Very spacious room, well air conditioned, with a cute patio outside to enjoy your breakfast. They also helped to coordinate a safari where we...”
Nicolas
Belgium Belgium
“The host was very nice and helpful. She arranged a tour with an amazing guide and got us a taxi to our next stop. Absolutely loved our stay!”
Samuel
France France
“The owners very friendly and you should try the food. The owner started recently to offer lunch and dinner and she is an excellent cook The place is super clean, it is simple but comfortable”
Gianstefano
Italy Italy
“Beautiful accommodation with an amazing view on the river. The room and the bathroom are very spacious and clean.The owners are so friendly and they can prepare all the meals you need.. Absolutely recommended”
Clayton
United States United States
“Large, clean and comfortable room with a beautiful balcony overlooking the river. This hotel is great value for your money.”
Kseniia
Netherlands Netherlands
“This was the best hotel I stayed in Sri lanka. We booked 2 rooms and found out the whole villa is ours. The hostess was extremely friendly and helpful. The cleanness of the rooms, size of the room amazing, location in a peaceful quiet very...”
Parush
India India
“We only stayed overnight for the safari. The host was a very sweet person and the stay was very homely. Value for money.”
Erica
United States United States
“Great spot to base yourself for Yala Park. The Cabana has 2 rooms available to book, one on the top floor with a terrace and one on the ground floor. My friend and I each booked one of the rooms which are equal in size and amenities. Very clean...”
Audrey
Israel Israel
“Mithila was great! She was amazing to talk too, arranged a birthday cake, baloons and a sign for my friend. She was super nice and helpful with everything. The room was big, the patio was also big and had a view of the river that runs right below...”
Emily
Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia
“Excellent host, delicious fried rice from the restaurant for dinner and lovely breakfast. She arranged a fantastic safari. Great experience, highly recommend!!”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Riverview restuarnt
  • Cuisine
    Local
  • Open for
    Breakfast
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Check-out
From 6:00 AM to 12:30 PM
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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
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Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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