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Wadula Safari Yala

Property class: 3.5

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A traditional wooden door, two wooden chairs with cushions, a small table with a bowl and two pumpkins, and a window with a view of greenery.
A table with a plate of sliced fruits and two glasses of orange juice.
A neatly made bed with white linens and two pillows, a fruit basket with various fruits and a rolled towel on a wooden table beside the bed.
A serene lakeside landscape with trees and a sunset.
A small, single-story structure with a green roof, surrounded by dense trees and foliage.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$83
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept

Explore the area

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Situlpawwa Road, Kataragama, uva, 82600
  • Place, Yala National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Kataragama Temple
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Bundala National Park
    ‪51 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Economy Cottage, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Lake View

A hotel room with a bed, curtains, a window with a view, and a door.

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Kataragama

At Wadula Safari Yala, you'll be within steps of Yala National Park. 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 free parking nearby, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Kataragama guest house include Kataragama Temple and Kataragama Archaeological Museum.
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What's nearby

  • Yala National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Kataragama Temple - 16 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Kataragama Archaeological Museum - 16 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Lunugamvehera National Park - 35 min drive - 18.1 km
  • Bundala National Park - 51 min drive - 44.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe J Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Gangarama Pilgrim's Canteen - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Shaiwa Restaurant - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Sigithi Food Cabin - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪hotel nandana katharagama - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Wadula Safari Yala

There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. An area shuttle within 200 kilometres and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) are available for a fee. Wadula Safari Yala also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a picnic area.

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.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 1 mile; reservations required
  • Offsite parking; reservations required
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 200 kilometres
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

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

  • Safari

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

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

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

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: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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

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: approximately LKR 2000 to 3000 for adults and LKR 1000 to 2000 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: LKR 45000 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • 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 smoke detector, 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.

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 Kirinda Beach (19.9 km).

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

As of 27 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wadula Safari Yala on 28 Sept 2026 start from NZ$83, 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, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

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 11:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Wadula Safari Yala?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Wadula Safari Yala Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Unique atmosphere and really friendly host!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful staff and amazing place to stay. Helped up organize our safari. Food was great and the sunset views can not be beat!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We had a fantastic stay here, the team were incredibly attentive, flexible and communicative with us, thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very friendly and helpful staff made our stay in the wilderness a great experience. Nice and clean with good, plentiful food.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very tranquil place hidden in forest. Comfortable rooms and great food. Need to climb up into a safari ute to access the premises. Lots of wildlife about and a beautiful lake.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and service minded owners who picked us up in the closest city as well as assisted in arranging Safari in the national park. It was like living in the national park with all the birds and monkeys in the area. The food is really made from scratch and their rice and curry was the best one we ate during our entire trip to Sri Lanka. Also amazing banan pancakes. We can really recommend this place when you plan to visit Yala or just want to be out in the nature!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice place and great staff! If you want to experience “living” in the jungle 100% a recommendation! The rooms are large, clean and no bugs and the staff very helpful and friendly! If I am every around Yala area again then it’s the place I will stay 😎
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel is overall a wonderful experience, truly allowing you to feel part of nature while enjoying excellent vegetarian cuisine and complete tranquility. There is not much to do at the hotel itself, which is exactly the point, it’s the perfect place to unwind, relax, and connect with nature. Yala safaris can also be conveniently arranged directly through the hotel. The food and breakfasts are excellent. The service is smooth and professional, with very attentive staff. The rooms are clean and fully equipped with modern standards.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was super accommodating, the food was excellent and the area is beautiful truly amazing spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff here could not be more helpful and friendly. I felt very welcomed and safe. The property sits on a lakefront with abundant wildlife. I enjoy photography and one of the staff kayaked me with my camera around the lake to take photographs of the wildlife. Like I said the service is unparalleled and the food is excellent. The staff is prompt and plans were followed up to the letter. It doesn’t get any better.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amazing wilderness

A real wild experience. The staff is very kind and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing, clean, fully appointed “cottages” - the grounds are on the lake which was explosive with wildlife and great views. Right on the fence line of Udawalawe National Park. The food was EXCEPTIONAL and the staff were some of the kindest people we have ever met. (Big hugs to “Chef”!!! They set up an amazing safari for us where we had THREE leopard sightings - beyond our wildest expectations!!
Taken with an iPhone!
Dinner on the dock
Accomodations!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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A hidden gem! A beautiful, clean and comfortable cottage right in the middle of the forest, in the heart of nature. Lovely staff and service. They even arranged a last minute safari for me, which was worth it. The restaurant serves organic and fresh meals (veg only) and the view of the lake is spectacular! The host even took us for a walk around the areas and we saw some lovely birds. This place is worth every penny. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Place with a soul

Felt so taken care of the second we arrived. Went on a safari with the hotel and came back to a lovely dinner. The staff was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The setting is beautiful with abundant wildlife. The food was superb as were the excellent staff. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

We really enjoyed our stay here. Beautiful small resort in the national park. You were surrounded by palm trees and nature and right on a lake. The bungalow was lovely, nicely decorated, clean and comfortable bed. We were able to walk to the lake and watch the sunset which was memorable. The host was very friendly and welcoming and arranged our morning safari.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing stay

Amazing experience. Had a great time - thank you :)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location for easy access to a Yala safari. The room was very clean, looked brand new. Great service ans the food was good!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel and staff are amazing! They were so attentive to our needs and everything was so clean. The hotel had great communication with us through the Expedia app. We able to meet at a local temple for a late hour pick up. The drive in by jeep as the hotel is on the edge of the park! I can’t wait to go again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing place👌

Amazing place👌 The rooms were so nice and clean, the service was great and friendly and also the food was good. A big recommendation from me🙏
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very nice for one night.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The rooms were comfortable with a/c and hot water showers. The staff were outstanding. They picked us up from the main road in the dark at 11pm in a Safari jeep and they drove us and all our luggage to the lodge, as our driver’s buss would get bogged on the muddy road. The chef was very friendly and cooked delicious food for us. The Safari was exceptional. We got very lucky to see leopards. One of them is called Lucas, a mature male leopard. The king of the jungle. Apparently a rare sight. We also spotted elephants, crocodiles, buffalo, lots of birds and deer. It was a memorable experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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highly recommend

an amazing experience. from the pickup on the road to the spectacular diner with candles light
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room is a spacious cabin and it’s beautiful. There is a nearby lake where we saw wild water buffalo and wild peacocks. The food in the hotel is a little pricey but well worth it. The best vegetable curries I have eaten in Sri Lanka! This hotel is a hidden gem!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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