Elegant Lake Yala Safari House
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About this property
Elegant Accommodations: Elegant Lake Yala Safari House in Tissamaharama offers a sun terrace, garden, and free WiFi. Guests enjoy a family-friendly restaurant serving Asian cuisine and a lounge with an outdoor fireplace. Comfortable Amenities: The hotel features air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, garden or lake views, and modern amenities such as flat-screen TVs and work desks. Additional facilities include a 24-hour front desk, free private parking, and a child-friendly buffet. Dining Experience: The restaurant serves dinner with vegetarian and vegan options, providing a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Outdoor seating and a picnic area enhance the dining experience. Local Attractions: Located 16 mi from Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport, the hotel is near Tissa Wewa (1.4 mi), Bundala Bird Sanctuary (16 mi), and Tissamaharama Rajah Maha Vihara (2.7 mi). Guests can enjoy fishing and explore nearby attractions.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Mashiat
Hong Kong
“Loved everything about the property- from the host to the little birds eating away in the front porch. We had booked this place for one night and wish we booked for more as it turned out to be the best accommodation we had in Sri Lanka in our...” - Voice
India
“A homely hotel. Our family enjoyed the stay. Best and beautiful rooms, fantastic breakfast, beautiful location. A peaceful place to spend a holiday. We felt like our home. We got a welcome drink on arrival which was a great welcome. Next time if I...” - Belemir“I am highly recommend this place. Rooms are clean and quite new. Location is perfect. It is just next to lake, so you feel you are in the miracle. And hotel owner Randy and his family hospitality is 100 points. They are too kind, helpful and...”
- Valentina
Italy
“Randy and his family are great people, their place is amazing, in the middle of nowhere but with all the needed facilities. It has been a great experience to have dinner in their accommodation and we had the opportunity to discover more about...” - Mirjam
Austria
“This place is truly amazing. The family does everything to ensure your pleasant stay and the rooms are super clean and nice. The garden is beautiful and we just enjoyed sitting and relaxing there. They offer amazing things to discover but also...” - Karmel
Israel
“Staying here was an absolute highlight of our whole trip! Randy and his wife and adorable little daughter were amazing to us the whole stay. They are hospitable, welcomed us with big smiles and bigger hearts. Words cannot sum up how much we...” - Joe
Malaysia
“The Elegant Lake House is beautiful with new rooms and facilities, and located along a picturesque lake and village. Randy went well out of his way to make us feel welcome and comfortable, and accommodated meal requests for our kids. He also took...” - Karina
Israel
“WOW!!! No words to describe this place! Brand new rooms with everything new in it (done by loving hands). Good AC. Nice smell. The house is standing across the lake and has a nice garden where you can have a “safari” experience for free. You’re...” - Michelle
Portugal
“One of the kindest hosts we’ve had the pleasure to meet, in a beautiful home with comfortable accommodations” - Loris
Poland
“Randy and his family were amazing host, the friendliest you can ever find in Sri Lanka, always willing to help and give attention. Food (both breakfast and dinner) were really tasty. Randy took us on his motorbike to visit the amazing landscape...”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineAsian
- Open forBreakfast • Dinner
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Traditional
- Dietary optionsVegan
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no cribs available at this property.
All extra beds are subject to availability.