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Farm Villa By Heritage

Hotel in Kataragama

Located in Kataragama, 15 miles from Situlpawwa, Farm Villa By Heritage has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

D
Doder
From
Denmark
Farm Villa Resort is a true gem in Kataragama — a fantastic resort in a lovely location, surrounded by peaceful countryside and just a short drive from Yala National Park. The villas are modern, extremely spacious, and well-equipped with Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and all essential amenities. We especially loved the beautiful swimming pool that overlooks the serene fields — the perfect spot to relax after a day of exploring. The Sri Lankan rice and curry lunch was one of the best we've ever had — absolutely delicious and full of flavor! Every meal we had was fresh and satisfying. What made our stay truly special was the incredibly friendly and attentive staff who made us feel welcome and cared for from start to finish. This resort offers true value for money, and I can’t recommend it enough to anyone planning a stay in Kataragama. We will definitely return!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews
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$100.49
1 night, 2 adults
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Mandara Rosen Yala, Kataragama

Hotel in Kataragama

Mandara Resort is located in the south of Sri Lanka, about 23 mi from Yala National Park. This tropical resort comes with an outdoor pool, 24-hour room service and free Wi-Fi in its public areas.

M
Milan
From
Czech Republic
Friendly staff, good meal , perfect location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 289 reviews
Price from
$70.86
1 night, 2 adults
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MG Resort - Yala

Hotel in Kataragama

Located in Kataragama, within 7.3 miles of Situlpawwa and 14 miles of Tissa Wewa, MG Resort - Yala has accommodations with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews
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$25
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel SU kataragama

Hotel in Kataragama

Located in Kataragama, within 7.5 miles of Tissa Wewa and 14 miles of Situlpawwa, Hotel SU kataragama provides accommodations with a garden as well as free private parking for guests who drive.

N
Nethun
From
Sri Lanka
In short, the place was great 👍. The location was great (in a nice quiet area but still close to the city), the room was clean, the beds were comfy and the staff was very attentive. We had an issue with one of the door locks and they promptly offered us another room. Breakfast was great as well. Really enjoyed our stay, and will definitely come back.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 56 reviews
Price from
$60
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel Ganthera Kataragama

Hotel in Kataragama

Located in Kataragama, 10 miles from Situlpawwa, Hotel Ganthera Kataragama features views of the garden. Featuring a garden, this 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom.

D
DARSHANA
From
Sri Lanka
The facilities and staff are good.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 123 reviews
Price from
$19
1 night, 2 adults
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Emerald Guest House

Hotel in Kataragama

Located in Kataragama, 11 miles from Situlpawwa, Emerald Guest House provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a terrace. This 2-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk.

D
Dhananjana
From
Sri Lanka
Nice place with a very safe , cleanest place.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 149 reviews
Price from
$10.10
1 night, 2 adults
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Livinya Holiday Resort

Hotel in Kataragama

Located in Kataragama, 11 miles from Situlpawwa, Livinya Holiday Resort has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

A
Asintha
From
Sri Lanka
Great comfortable rooms. Support staff were very friendly and supportive. Location is near to all needs. Food was delicious!!!!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 409 reviews
Price from
$48.50
1 night, 2 adults
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Shiva Rest Katharagama

Hotel in Kataragama

Located in Kataragama, within 10 miles of Situlpawwa and 12 miles of Tissa Wewa, Shiva Rest Katharagama provides accommodations with a restaurant and free WiFi as well as free private parking for...

R
Rachel
From
France
Nice, helpful, friendly sweet man at the reception. Quiet.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 138 reviews
Price from
$11.05
1 night, 2 adults
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Grand Tamarind Lake

Hotel in Kataragama

Set in Kataragama, 1.7 mi from Ruhunu Maha Kataragama Devalaya, Grand Tamarind Lake offers accommodations with a restaurant, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a bar.

S
Sheranga
From
United Arab Emirates
The view of the hotel is fantastic and the breakfast was really delicious .
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 493 reviews
Price from
$133
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel Senora

Hotel in Kataragama

Located in Kataragama, 10 miles from Situlpawwa, Hotel Senora provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

H
Hiran Erangana
From
Sri Lanka
Had to give a shoutout to the staff – they were absolutely amazing! Super helpful and really know their stuff. Whether you’re planning to visit the Kataragama Dewalaya or go on a Yala safari, they’ll hook you up with the best options at very reasonable prices. They even have someone who can sort out your “Pooja watti” for you. And if you haven’t pre-ordered food, no stress – they’ll get it delivered from a nearby shop in just a few minutes. The place itself is great too – clean, spacious rooms with hot water. For the price, it’s more than worth it. Definitely recommend it if you’re looking for a safe, comfortable, and budget-friendly place to stay!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 195 reviews
Price from
$18
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 195 reviews

    Located in Kataragama, 10 miles from Situlpawwa, Hotel Senora provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews

    Located within 11 miles of Situlpawwa and 12 miles of Tissa Wewa, Lavendish Tamarind Lifestyle has rooms in Kataragama.

  • Crocodile park Bungalow is located in Kataragama, just 27 miles from Bundala Bird Sanctuary and 1.1 miles from Kataragama Temple.

  • Located in Kataragama, 10 miles from Situlpawwa, Kynrock Hotels & Resorts Kataragama has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness center and a garden.

  • Featuring a garden, a terrace as well as a bar, Ceylon Wild Safaris is located in Kataragama, 10 miles from Situlpawwa.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 493 reviews

    Set in Kataragama, 1.7 mi from Ruhunu Maha Kataragama Devalaya, Grand Tamarind Lake offers accommodations with a restaurant, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a bar.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 82 reviews

    Okrin Hotel is located in Kataragama, 8.1 mi from the popular Yala National Park.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 289 reviews

    Mandara Resort is located in the south of Sri Lanka, about 23 mi from Yala National Park. This tropical resort comes with an outdoor pool, 24-hour room service and free Wi-Fi in its public areas.

Budget hotels in Kataragama and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 409 reviews

    Located in Kataragama, 11 miles from Situlpawwa, Livinya Holiday Resort has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

  • Dinesh holidy resort offers accommodations in Kataragama, 10 miles from Situlpawwa and 11 miles from Tissa Wewa. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 93 reviews

    Hotel Sunflower has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Kataragama. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with an outdoor pool.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 881 reviews

    Set in Kataragama, Safari Lodge Yala provides a restaurant and garden views, 1.4 mi from Kataragama Temple and 9.9 mi from Lunugamvehera National Park. Complimentary WiFi is provided.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 203 reviews

    A good location for a stress-free holiday in Yala, Camp Leopard - Yala Safari Glamping is a campground surrounded by views of the garden.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 67 reviews

    Located in Kataragama, 13 miles from Situlpawwa, Infinity Nature Resort has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

  • Located in Kataragama, Lake Forest Holiday Resort features a garden, shared lounge, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.0
    Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    Providing garden views, Cadjan Wild Yala in Kataragama provides accommodations, an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, a terrace and a restaurant.

Hotels located in the center of Kataragama

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    SERENITY REST by Colombo YMBA enjoys a location in Kataragama, 26 miles from Bundala Bird Sanctuary and a 8-minute walk from Kataragama Temple. 10 miles from Situlpawwa and 11 miles from Tissa Wewa,...

  • Calming acres is located in Kataragama, just 26 miles from Bundala Bird Sanctuary and a 9-minute walk from Kataragama Temple.

  • This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. The accommodation is non-smoking. A buffet breakfast is available at Secret Relax Inn Hotel & Guest House.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

    Located in Kataragama, within 11 miles of Situlpawwa and 11 miles of Tissa Wewa, Lake House Rest - Kataragama provides accommodations with a shared lounge as well as free private parking for guests...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

    Located in Kataragama, 11 miles from Tissa Wewa, Hotel Sunil's has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 30 reviews

    The Sisara has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Kataragama. The property is located 11 miles from Tissa Wewa, 11 miles from Situlpawwa and 26 miles from Bundala Bird Sanctuary.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 99 reviews

    Located in Kataragama, 11 miles from Situlpawwa, Agastyā has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Kk house is located in Kataragama, 10 miles from Situlpawwa and 11 miles from Tissa Wewa.

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What Guests Said About Kataragama:

  • 6.0

    Kataragama itself is a temple town and that’s pretty much it...

    Kataragama itself is a temple town and that’s pretty much it. Other than that it’s a jumping off point for safari in yala and kumana. One day is more than enough for cultural/religious aspects. The Perahara (pageant) in July is fantastic. Be warned that it may not start till midnight and may need pre booked tickets. Also watch out for pickpockets in crowded areas around this time. The country side and the rural life as well as the wildlife is fantastic and authentic. Quite hot and sunny year round but dec to feb is more comfortable.
    Guest review by
    umesh
    Sri Lanka
  • 6.0

    I thought it was a different place to go for Safari.

    I thought it was a different place to go for Safari. But, almost all vehicles come from Tissa for Safari pickup so it doesn't really matter if you book a room in Tissa or Katharagama for the Safari.
    Guest review by
    Kris
    India
  • 10.0

    Even though it is a religious hub that connects all the...

    Even though it is a religious hub that connects all the religions to a one place, I enjoyed the YALA Safari very much. Spotted all most all the animals from water birds to hundreds of peacocks, from mongoose to leopard and elephants.
    Guest review by
    Harsha Madura
    Sri Lanka
  • 10.0

    Now Kataragama is to easy to reach through Southern...

    Now Kataragama is to easy to reach through Southern Expressway. It's just some 30km+ from Mattala Exit., Kiriwehera, Kataragama Devalaya, Sella Kataragama and Wedasiti Kanda are main religious' attraction points. We had our dinner from Hotel sunflower and Lunch @ P&S Kataragama
    Guest review by
    DAMITH
    Sri Lanka
  • 8.0

    My favorite places are Ruhunu Katharagama Dewalay,Kirivehea,...

    My favorite places are Ruhunu Katharagama Dewalay,Kirivehea,Thissa Maharama Temple, Sella Katharagama & Ranminithanna movie making place. We have arranged our meals outside places such as P&S . All the places are very close to town area.
    Guest review by
    Harsha
    Sri Lanka
  • 10.0

    Could not see Perahara, we could not stay after 11.30pm.

    Could not see Perahara, we could not stay after 11.30pm. If our Hotel room was close Temple we would have come in time of Perahera. Could not enjoyed the journey, very disappointing since the Room was 2Km away from Kataragama Town and temple , no access to outside choice food , had to starve until we reached KataragamaTown. Food and items were sold at uncontrollerable price. For example-Perera and Sons - selling prices below Fish rolls- 150 Fried Rice - 750/- quantity very less than side plate and a small drum stick piece chicken with least flesh. Nestea - Rs 120/= Lunch - Rs 520/= very very small quantity. All bills are available with me as proof if necessary. Surprisingly to know a very reputed food caterers such as PERERA And Sons exploiting selling least quantity food at exorbitant prices compared to Colombo prices to Temple Pilgrims visitors, striving to exist due to economic crisis with no though and concerned to the Poor and needy. At a Pilgrimage area, such as Kataragama, the business rich, could have treated the mo have visitors in a compromise way, selling at reasonably low price or served as Dansal. Their were visitor sharing an incompletely served fried rice plate some were begging at the entrance. This is the way GOD FEARING PEOPLE behave in business concerns at Festival period . GOVMT need to do something valuable to address the needs of the Pilgrim visitors comming from all ends of the country Sri Lanka. Could not fulfill the needs we went to Kataragama due exorbitant accommodation and food price.
    Guest review by
    Anonymous

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  • Kataragama Homestay

    Kataragama
    From $21.25 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 68 reviews
    The guestrooms are separated from the house, so you have all the privacy. The rooms are basic but very beautiful and authentic - I really loved the room, the supercomfy bed and pillow. Srilankan breakfast is prepared on wood and was really good. The lady Karunawathi is very sweet. I was so happy I could use their bicycle. I went all over Kataragama, probably I did more than 50km by bike! For me it's the best way of discovering a place.
    Guest review by
    martine
    Belgium

  • Mailagama Cinnamon Residence

    Kataragama
    From $56.50 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 323 reviews
    Whioe experience is amazing. The facilities are wonderful, very tidy and clean. We visited the spice garden. The staff is incredible. They organized the safari for us, with pickup and dropoff at their hotel. The food is the best we tasted in Sri Lanka. They impressed us with buffalo yogurt and honey for dessert. For finish, they provided us the taxi to our next destination. Highly recommend them.
    Guest review by
    Stanko Bebar
    Slovenia

  • Karavita Rest

    Kataragama
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews
    Situated within walking distance of Kataragama town center, this property offers convenient access to the main Kataragama Temple, as well as nearby banks, shops, and, notably, the town's only pure vegetarian restaurant, Shiva Vegetarian Hotel—an important spot for Hindu devotees. The owner of Karavita Rest is very helpful and attentive to guests' needs.
    Guest review by
    Gratian
    Sri Lanka

  • Safari Lodge Yala

    Kataragama
    From $36 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 881 reviews
    Really lovely place to stay, the staff were friendly too. The rooms were very cosy, really nice beds and bedding. Bathroom was simple enough but very clean and separate shower to main bathroom. We booked our Safari though the hotel only 5 days before we arrived and it was a private tour.
    Guest review by
    Kitty
    United Kingdom

  • Amadi Rest

    Kataragama
    From $18 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 44 reviews
    This place was calm and quiet. It was an impressive one. The rooms were clean and comfortable. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Everything was great at this rest house. I highly recommend for anyone visiting Kataragama.
    Guest review by
    Dilshi Ranawaka
    Sri Lanka

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