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Kithala Resort

Property class: 4

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A hotel with a pool reflecting palm trees and a building with balconies.
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, a central seating area, and large windows providing natural light.
A bar area with various bottles and a selection of drinks on the counter.
A buffet with various dishes including salads, vegetables, and a variety of other food options.
An outdoor dining area with a table set for breakfast, including fruits, pastries, and beverages, overlooking a swimming pool and lush greenery.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
The current price is NZ$191
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug

Explore the area

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Kataragama Road, Thissamaharama, 82600
  • Place, Tissa Lake
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Yala National Park
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a wooden headboard, and a view of a pool and greenery through a sliding glass door.

Deluxe Room

  • Garden view
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a balcony with a view, and a wooden ceiling.

Superior Studio Suite

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a balcony with a view of a golf course, and a TV on the wall.

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Suite standard

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a mirror, and a view of the outdoors.

Suite standard

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Triple Room

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

Deluxe Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Mahasenpura

At Kithala Resort you'll be within a 20-minute walk of Tissa Lake and 2 km (1.2 mi) from Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free valet parking. .The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a children's swimming pool and a coffee shop/cafe. Buffet breakfast is available. .With a stay at this 4-property class Thissamaharama hotel, you'll be 15.5 km (9.6 mi) from Yala National Park.

What's nearby

  • Tissa Lake - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Yala National Park - 18 min drive - 19.3 km
  • Kataragama Temple - 18 min drive - 19.0 km
  • Udawalawe National Park - 57 min drive - 59.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Red - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Refresh Sea Food Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Chef Lady - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bistro Yala - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Flower Garden Lale Resort Bar - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Kithala Resort

Kithala Resort offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, barbecue grills, and an arcade/games room are also featured at Kithala Resort. Free self parking and valet parking are available.

This 4-star Thissamaharama hotel is smoke free.

  • 40 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Kithala Resort offers 40 accommodations with minibars and a safe. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, bathrobes, bidets and complimentary toiletries.

This Thissamaharama hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Limited on-site valet and self parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee: USD 21 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
This is a designated quarantine hotel. The property can only accept bookings from travellers who are required to quarantine (i.e. international travellers). You may be asked to provide evidence of this on arrival.
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This is a certified Sri Lanka Tourism Level 1 property. Sri Lanka Tourism Level 1 is a health and safety certification issued by the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Kithala Resort

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day.

Payment types

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 buffet breakfast: from approximately USD 21 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

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 credit card, debit card or 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 credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • For stays on 24 December, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner.
  • For stays on 31 December, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Kithala Resort Tissamaharama
Kithala Resort
Kithala Tissamaharama
Kithala
Kithala Resort Hotel
Kithala Resort Thissamaharama
Kithala Resort Hotel Thissamaharama

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Kithala Resort?

Yep, Kithala Resort has a free self car park and free valet parking.

How much does it cost to stay at Kithala Resort?

As of 18 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kithala Resort on 29 Aug 2026 start from NZ$191, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Kithala Resort?

The closest beach to Kithala Resort is Kirinda Beach (9.6 km).

Does Kithala Resort have a pool?

Kithala Resort has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool.

What makes Kithala Resort a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Kithala Resort.

Does Kithala Resort serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary brekkie is on offer daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Kithala Resort?

No, Kithala Resort does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Kithala Resort?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Kithala Resort?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Kithala Resort?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Kithala Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 41 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deepthi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good and clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are very polite and accommodating. They arranged a tour of Yala for me when I arrived. Happy to recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dinesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
had a short stay at kithala and we were given a very warm welcome by the front office team .. they make you feel at home and invited us to light the Oil Lamp which is a symbol of respect ..it was very special ..wish we had stayed for few more days !!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dakshina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic quiet property. One with nature. Strongly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was an infinity swimming pool overlooking, the wilderness, it was stunning and unforgettable. The hotel was to a high standard overall. Would return.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Michelle

For the premium price you pay, the accommodations, bedding, mattress, rooms, free breakfast — all very lackluster. I would pick elsewhere
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Federica

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not so good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Janitha

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel looks nothing like the pictures. The furniture was old, dirty and damaged, the bathroom shower had mold everywhere. The sofa had a cigarette burn on it. When I arrived to the room, there were about 15 mosquitoes attacking us. The room did not seem ready for us. The towels and bed sheets did not smell clean. The food was average. I would not recommend this place for anyone who wants a pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Maxime

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Bel environnement et bel accueil néanmoins nous avons retrouvé un cafard pendant notre séjour dans la chambre. Le personnel est bienveillant mais ça peut être “étouffant” notamment pendant le repas où ils attendent “à côté” de nous la fin de nos plats. Ceci était peut être du au peu de fréquentation pendant notre séjour. Cependant la vue est parfaite pour ce reposer le long de la piscine face aux plantations de riz
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gail

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

Lovely stay

Wonderful friendly service and comfortable rooms. A la carte menu was good but the buffet was not quite so. Loved having a beautiful flower given to us each evening and asking if everything was ok.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Un bonne hotel tres calme et zen avec de bon service
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Angie Mui Gek

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stay was ok. Wifi can’t make it.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Manisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had an excellent stay here. The place was clean, the buffets for breakfast, lunch and dinner were amazing! But the biggest thing was the staff were all so helpful and friendly - the best hotel staff I’ve encountered Even my mother who usually complains about everything said she wanted to come back and stay there.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel room had bugs on both days. The towels seemed very old and were rough. Good breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gregory V

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

Great place!

This was the most professional stay of my trip. The buffet breakfast and dinner was ample and tasty enough. The bed needed an extra sheet, but they happily obliged. The setting is beautiful—rice patties, a pond, and many interesting fauna. I would have liked a bit of help with touring the local area as they were not as equipped to arrange and book things as I would have liked (perhaps it was a timing/English issue); otherwise, great place to stay—relaxing, organized, and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Neha

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A really pleasant and comfortable stay here during our time in the hotel. We didn't spend too much time at the hotel as we were out for a full day in safari and left the next morning but we were pleasantly surprised at the lovely surroundings of the hotel and room. The staff were polite and super accommodating. They kindly provided us with a packed breakfast on our safari early morning. Only con was, considering its a peaceful and calm location, we couldn't make use of the pool as it was overcrowded with local guests and their kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

yungang

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

western standard

quiet and clean, natural setting, nice staffs
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Helt greit hotell

Hotellet var helt OK, fint bassengområdet. Maten kunne vært bedre. Men ellers greit til en natt etter/før safari.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Renee

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

Good service but dirty bathroom

We stayed one night before our Trip to Yala, the location is good for that but there is not much else to do in Tissamahara. The hotel decor looks very nice, has a pool and big restaurant. The service when we arrived and at the restaurant was very good. We had dinner there, and we curries chosen from the menu rather than than buffet. The food was quite good, but it was quite expensive for Sri Lanka standard. The hotel room was comfortable but the bathroom doesn’t look like it had been cleaned for a while, and we saw a dead cockroach on the edge of the bath, the water wasn’t draining properly either. As the bathtub was surrounded by a glass panel, may be they didn’t bother cleaning the whole bathtub. It was gross.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

f&r

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

Safari and birds

This nice hotel is well situaded for going to safari and also there are many different birds to see.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sander

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

Geweldige locatie wanneer je Yala NP wil bezoeken

Wij verbleven 2 nachten in Kithala Resort. Ik vond de locatie en uitzicht vanaf onze kamer erg mooi. Uitzicht over het zwembad met daarachter een graanveld waar veel verschillende dieren (vooral vogels) zichtbaar waren. Een lekkere plek om uit te rusten na een bezoek aan Yala NP.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jens

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

Topp value for money

Supert hotel. Dårlig Internett og litt få solsenger/parasoller trekker litt ned. Veldig bra value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

Luke

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

Great little hotel while doing your Yala Safari

great hotel! Food was excellent and good that it is because there is not much in the area. We stayed two nights due to us having a full day safari. The pool was also one of the best parts of the hotel with complementary afternoon tea! Rooms were clean and fairly modern.
Verified review

8/10 Good

phil and una

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Superb buffet! Do not miss

Great facilities and very clean. Only lacked help/ info on the area and what to see and do. The buffet however was outstanding and should not be missed
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Nice place for a safari in Yala

The hotel was really good and clean. We stayed here for one night after our safari at yala park. The price was good, we loved the pool. Stuff was friendy. The only "bad" thing was the WIFI - it didnt work. But that wasnt a big problem for a one night stay. There isnt much to see in tissamaharama town. All in all a good place for a safari.