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Wadula Safari Yala

3.5 star property
Comfortable guesthouse in Kataragama with restaurant

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Exterior
Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Lake
Economy Cottage, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Lake View | Bathroom
Economy Cottage, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Lake View
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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Situlpawwa Road, Kataragama, uva, 82600
  • Popular LocationYala National Park14 min drive
  • Popular LocationKataragama Archaeological Museum19 min drive
  • Popular LocationKataragama Temple Complex19 min drive

Room options

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Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Economy Cottage, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Lake View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Bidet
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 206 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Kataragama

At Wadula Safari Yala, you'll be 6.3 km (3.9 mi) from Yala National Park and 9.2 km (5.7 mi) from Kataragama Archaeological Museum. Highlights at this guest house include a restaurant. .This smoke-free guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and a picnic area. Plus you'll find tour/ticket assistance. Continental breakfast is available daily between 5:30 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free parking nearby. .Places within a 30-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Kataragama guest house include Kataragama Temple Complex and Sacred Bo Tree.
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What's nearby

  • Yala National Park - 14 min drive
  • Kataragama Archaeological Museum - 19 min drive
  • Kataragama Temple Complex - 19 min drive
  • Sacred Bo Tree - 23 min drive
  • Sithulpawwa Buddhist Monastery - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ceybank Rest - Ceybank Holiday Homes - 18 min drive
  • Plummy dale restaurant - 19 min drive
  • Edirisinghe Rest - 18 min drive
  • Gedara Bath Kade - 19 min drive
  • The Hopper Shops - 18 min drive

About this property

Wadula Safari Yala

Comfortable guesthouse in Kataragama with restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Wadula Safari Yala also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a picnic area. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property.

This 3.5-star Kataragama guest house is smoke free.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Wadula Safari Yala offers 5 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, bidets and complimentary toiletries. Additionally, rooms include a ceiling fan and blackout curtains. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 1 mile; reservations required

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 5:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: LKR 2,000 to 3,000 for adults and LKR 1,000 to 2,000 for children
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer on request
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before 12:30 PM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Wadula Safari Yala

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for LKR 23.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Service fee: 10 per cent

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately LKR 2000 to 3000 for adults and from LKR 1000 to 2000 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: LKR 23.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Contactless check-out is available.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Wadula Safari Yala Guesthouse Tissamaharama
Wadula Safari Yala Tissamaharama
Wadula Safari Yala Tissamahar
Wadula Safari Yala Guesthouse
Wadula Safari Yala Kataragama
Wadula Safari Yala Guesthouse Kataragama

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Wadula Safari Yala?

The closest beach to Wadula Safari Yala is Palatupana Beach (16.1 km).

How much does it cost to stay at Wadula Safari Yala?

As of 17 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wadula Safari Yala on 27 May 2024 start from NZ$191.74, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Wadula Safari Yala serve breakfast?

You bet, continental brekkie is available daily from 5:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Wadula Safari Yala?

No, Wadula Safari Yala does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Wadula Safari Yala?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Wadula Safari Yala's onsite restaurant that serves local cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Wadula Safari Yala?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 12:30 PM.

Are pets allowed at Wadula Safari Yala?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Wadula Safari Yala Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ernest

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ideal place to stay for Yala National Park
At end of a 4x4 dirt trail, the brothers have worked hard during difficult times to create a small high-end eco-friendly resort in the woods where monkeys play and peacocks crow. Recently built modern brick and plaster cottages with a/c face a lagoon lake with a property adjacent to Yala National Park. Service is excellent.
Scene typical of Yala National Park
Romantic Dinner
Foot trail to cottage
Forest cottage
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

meeka

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel
This place is wonderful. The 2 brothers really go all out to take care of you. They have a western menu and food is plentiful. The rooms sit in front of a surprise beautiful lake inside the park. Wifi and TV were not expected so glad to have, as well as a spacious bathroom with Toiletries. They picked us up in a tuk tuk and gave door service no where did they lack service. Really nice owners.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Cristian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Little slice of paradise
This was a great location. It was peaceful and secluded. Breakfast was served on the porch. It was delicious. Bed was a little firm.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay
Amazing experience. Had a great time - thank you :)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place, we saw crocodiles on the lake and could hear elephant at night The service was fantastic, they arranged all the transportation and safari for us Food was absolutely delicious Highly recommend it!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

6/10 Okay

Lily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Top location for safari, modern but disappointing
The rooms are lovely and fairly new, only opening in 2019. The finish is excellent and they are set amongst the jungle with a view of the lake. We arrived late in the afternoon so probably did not get to make the most of it. We had to be driven down a dirt track on a Tuk Tuk, about 2km, as the road was not fit for our driver. Jamit was lovely and were were offered freshly made juice on arrival. Good access to safar Whilst the room was spacious, clean and modern there was no storage space which was Ok for a one night stay but might not be ideal for those staying longer. Also the bed was rock hard, very uncomfortable. We had Dinner on site, which was the only option due to the dirt track and general access to the local town. It was a lovely meal of curries and rice, though some of it was cold. It was eaten in a lovely setting under a coconut-leafed hut with paraffin lamps for lights, very intimate. However, in the morning we were given the bill in USD (baring in mind we hadn’t been given a menu or cost) and the meal was 3x what we have paid anywhere else. This was apparently due to the rapid inflation currently in the country. It wasn’t that the food or experience was not worth it, it was just the manner in which it was done. It was unexpected and out of keeping given everywhere else is facing the same issues and whilst we have seen some price increases (which we fully understand) this seemed excessive and due to the lack of other options, opportunistic on their behalf.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deb

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
amazing !
This place was absolutely amazing. I actually had no idea what i was getting myself into staying in the jungle but it was truly peaceful. it was off the road quite a bit so they took us in a tuk tuk to get to our room. we then traveled a short bit with a flashlight. the room was very clean and actually had all the amenities .
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Chambre impeccable située dans la forêt tout près de l’entrée du Parc Yala, donc idéal pour les safaris. Le lieu est enchanteur et très bien maintenu. Le souper était très bon.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kirstine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Surrounded by nature and excellent service!
This Yala hotel is pretty new - opened at the end of 2019 and we were some of their first guests because of the pandemic. Each of the huts are built to a high spec, had air conditioning and spacious bathrooms, plus a little terrace at the front for relaxing. It was surreal arriving at the hotel as they arrange their jeep to pick you up from a nearby temple because the road leading to the hotel is a dirt road and too bumpy for regular cars. It was like we were already on safari when we got there as the huts are all in a wooded area and we saw lots of wildlife (monkeys, an eagle, wild boars and deer) leading up the hotel. What made this stay great was the service from staff - they went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and comfortable. They were happy to adjust their dinner menu to vegetarian for me, and provided us with delicious welcome drinks when we arrived and when we got back from our safari. When we commented on the coconut honey used in one drink (with ice cream!) they even brought us a small bottle of honey to take home! We would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022