"Hotel a 3 km de la ville, assez éloigné sans service a proximité.
Safari trés cher.
J'avais résérvé une chambre mais a mon arrivée il n'y en avait pas alors on m'a proposé le dortoir au meme tarif se que j'ai refusé et aprés discussion j'ai obtenu une tente-chambre.
Trés bien dans la grosse savane mais prés de la grande route pas nécessaire du tout.
Personnel serviable mais on sans que l'argent et le but premier du centre.
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"Hotel a 3 km de la ville, assez éloigné sans service a proximité.
Safari trés cher.
J'avais résérvé une chambre mais a mon arrivée il n'y en avait pas alors on m'a proposé le dortoir au meme tarif se que j'ai refusé et aprés discussion j'ai obtenu une tente-chambre.
Trés bien dans la grosse savane mais prés de la grande route pas nécessaire du tout.
Personnel serviable mais on sans que l'argent et le but premier du centre.
"
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Sacred temples draw pilgrims to Kataragama where Hindu and Buddhist worshippers gather for colourful evening puja ceremonies. Join locals at the Menik River for ritual swimming before visiting the ancient Kiri Vehera stupa and nearby Yala National Park's wildlife.
Bala and the team were amazing and made the stay. A great boutique luxe resort on a strong march to sustainability. Food was amazing. The safari's were excellent. Thanks. We'll be back with our families. ❤️
Bala and the team were amazing and made the stay. A great boutique luxe resort on a strong march to sustainability. Food was amazing. The safari's were excellent. Thanks. We'll be back with our families. ❤️
Fantastic staff, very friendly and welcoming. Exceptional food, everything was delicious and we were never hungry or thirsty. Nestled in the heart of nature, beautiful place and it is full of wildlife. The safari with Niro was amazing and we would highly recommend. Thank you for the most amazing experience. We will cherish these memories forever.
Fantastic staff, very friendly and welcoming. Exceptional food, everything was delicious and we were never hungry or thirsty. Nestled in the heart of nature, beautiful place and it is full of wildlife. The safari with Niro was amazing and we would highly recommend. Thank you for the most amazing experience. We will cherish these memories forever.
Jennifer
Reviewed November 15, 2026Reviewed November 15, 2026
An amazing hotel where every little detail is perfect! The staff go above and beyond to make everything extra special - we celebrated a birthday and they were amazing! The food is some of the best we had while in Sri Lanka and so varied. We wish we could have stayed longer!
An amazing hotel where every little detail is perfect! The staff go above and beyond to make everything extra special - we celebrated a birthday and they were amazing! The food is some of the best we had while in Sri Lanka and so varied. We wish we could have stayed longer!
Elle
Reviewed January 27, 2026Reviewed January 27, 2026
This is fabulous hotel! Very picturesque, clean, modern and incredibly friendly and helpful staff. The pool is a great size with a modern gym. We stayed here for easy acess to Yala national park which is only about 20 mins away.
This is fabulous hotel! Very picturesque, clean, modern and incredibly friendly and helpful staff. The pool is a great size with a modern gym. We stayed here for easy acess to Yala national park which is only about 20 mins away.
Our group had a fantastic stay at neam tree, everything from the beautiful hospitality, amazing food and fabulous location being so close to yala. Would highly recommend to anyone considering a stay near yala.
Our group had a fantastic stay at neam tree, everything from the beautiful hospitality, amazing food and fabulous location being so close to yala. Would highly recommend to anyone considering a stay near yala.
Jacob
Reviewed December 9, 2025Reviewed December 9, 2025
Seemed the best hotel in the area. Room big with a terrace leading to the very attractive large pool with the lake and a tree house to climb. Monkeys about who were fun to watch. Breakfast more to Asian tastes than mine but French toast, potato’s, fruit and breads available.It was very quiet during our stay with more staff than guests! Good choice for Yala but recommend the wild edge restaurant opposite in the evening for a drink.
Seemed the best hotel in the area. Room big with a terrace leading to the very attractive large pool with the lake and a tree house to climb. Monkeys about who were fun to watch. Breakfast more to Asian tastes than mine but French toast, potato’s, fruit and breads available.It was very quiet during our stay with more staff than guests! Good choice for Yala but recommend the wild edge restaurant opposite in the evening for a drink.
Simon
Reviewed February 1, 2026Reviewed February 1, 2026
I love this place and could have stayed longer. A clean swimming pool. A restaurant on site and we could eat any time. Staff were very accommodating. There was also a free jeep tour (offer tips) of the local area where I saw monkeys.
Wonderful!
I love this place and could have stayed longer. A clean swimming pool. A restaurant on site and we could eat any time. Staff were very accommodating. There was also a free jeep tour (offer tips) of the local area where I saw monkeys.
Wonderful!
We had an excellent stay! Staff were extremely helpful and friendly. Room was very clean and had everything we needed.
They helped us to arrange safari, food and transport as well. The safari was amazing and our driver was the best! Food was also amazing.
We had an excellent stay! Staff were extremely helpful and friendly. Room was very clean and had everything we needed.
They helped us to arrange safari, food and transport as well. The safari was amazing and our driver was the best! Food was also amazing.
Natalie
Reviewed November 14, 2024Reviewed November 14, 2024
Duty manager was extremely helpful throughout our stay.
It is fairly rural so it’s a bit of a walk to shops / restaurant or a short tuk tuk ride. Ideal location for visiting Yala NP.
The restaurant food was nice but quite pricy.
Duty manager was extremely helpful throughout our stay.
It is fairly rural so it’s a bit of a walk to shops / restaurant or a short tuk tuk ride. Ideal location for visiting Yala NP.
The restaurant food was nice but quite pricy.
Hannah
Reviewed November 20, 2023Reviewed November 20, 2023
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your budget for fun things to do.
What is a hostel?
These dorm-style accommodations come in many forms, but they all have a few things in common, including budget-friendly prices, a social atmosphere and shared rooms (though many have private options too).
What are the best hostels in Kataragama?
While you're choosing somewhere to stay, take a look at this top Kataragama hostel: Funky Leopard Safari Lodge Bordering Yala National Park - Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Yala National Park. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as a restaurant. You'll find towels, showers and TVs in all rooms.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Kataragama?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're discovering new places, so here's some information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually April and June, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 27°C. The rainiest months in Kataragama are November, December, October and April, with each month seeing an average of 195 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Kataragama?
Depending on what interests you, you might appreciate some places near Kataragama. Get out into nature with places such as Lunugamvehera National Park, Yala National Park and Sacred Bo Tree. Additional attractions include Kataragama Temple, Kataragama Archaeological Museum and Kiri Vehera.