Heina Nature Resort & Yala Safari offers a tranquil lakeside escape for families. The MANDARA RESTAURANT provides garden-view meals, and in-room WiFi keeps everyone connected. Children love the on-site playground, and practical laundry facilities make longer stays convenient.
Reviews
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
Pet-friendly
Parking included
Free Wi-Fi
Restaurant
Air-conditioning
Breakfast available
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At Heina Nature Resort & Yala Safari, you can look forward to a free daily manager's reception, a terrace and a garden. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, MANDARA RESTAURANT, offers lunch, dinner and garden views. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a playground and laundry facilities.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
Free self-parking
Continental breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and a safari
A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
Room features
All guest rooms at Heina Nature Resort & Yala Safari feature comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
Extra amenities include:
Egyptian cotton sheets, memory foam beds and free cots/infant beds
Bathrooms with rainfall showers and hairdryers
Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
Balconies or patios, wardrobes/cupboards and separate sitting areas
Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 3000.00 per pet, per day
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately USD 10 for adults and from USD 10 for children
Pet fee: USD 3000.00 per pet, per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Frequently asked questions
Is Heina Nature Resort & Yala Safari pet-friendly?
Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 3000.00 per pet, per day.
How much is parking at Heina Nature Resort & Yala Safari?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Heina Nature Resort & Yala Safari?
Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: midnight.
What time is check-out at Heina Nature Resort & Yala Safari?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Does Heina Nature Resort & Yala Safari provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle.
Where is Heina Nature Resort & Yala Safari located?
This family-friendly Kataragama lodge is located in the historical district, within 2 mi (3 km) of Sacred Bo Tree, Kataragama Archaeological Museum and Kataragama Temple. Yala National Park is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) away.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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We arrived to a warm welcome from the staff. They were caring and attentive throughout our stay. There's not a lot to do after your safari in the surrounding area in terms of shops or stalls. There are however really beautiful rice paddy and lake scenes for anyone who wants to get adventurous on the bikes they provide and the locals are really friendly. The food was delicious. We didn't request anything in particular they just cooked up rice or noodles with chicken one night and the garlic prawns the next.
The stay overall was simple yet relaxing and a great place to unwind with a partner or with family. Bring a book and sit outside and listen to the wildlife. We woke up to monkeys on the roof the first morning of our stay which was an exciting experience.
The shower facilities are awesome.
Excellent accueil dans une large propriété très bien entretenue. En dehors des sentiers battus. Le propriétaire nous a accompagné au festival de Kataragama et la soirée fut magnifique.
Claire
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Verified
8/10 Good
nicolas
30 Jul 2017
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
herbergement rustique et très loin de tout
l'hôtel est trèstrès loin de tout.
sans chauffeur, il est impossible d'aller manger à l'extérieur
Comme partout au sri lanka, il faut demander 2h à l'avance pour avoir un repas; qui était succulent
l'hébergement est rustique mais confortable
l'hotel est particulièrement bien entretenu et le personnel de service très sympa
l'hotel peut vous réserver la jeep et le chauffeur pour le safari ainsi que le taxi pour aller à votre prochain hotel
Staff were very friendly and helpful and able to arrange our Safari at Yala easily. The location is quiet and there only seemed to be two chalets on the site. The accommodation is spacious and comfortable, with a welcome refrigerator, external toilet and shower - but no kettle! Great for experiencing local wildlife. Kataragama has religious significance with many temples and shrines, but little else with much charm.
Personnel très accueillant et très disponible
Merci de leur gentillesse pour la préparation du repas avec les enfants et très bon repas différent de ce que nous mangions habituellement
Très bon rapport qualité prix
Très belle chambre familiale avec quatre grand lits dans un joli chalet au milieu d'un parc magnifique.
Idéal pour se préparer au départ le lendemain à l'aube pour le safari.
L'accueil, la gentillesse et la prévenance de nos hôtes sont à la hauteur du lieu.
Diner succulent à la tombée de la nuit au milieu du jardin
Que du bonheur.
We stayed two nights in a huge room with an outside bathroom, which was very cool, eg shower carved into rocks.
The host and staff were extremely friendly and helpful, eg the gave us free rides to downtown, where they showed us around the Kataragama festival. They helped us out with different things, such as getting some medication, providing us with free bikes and were overall very friendly.
On the downside, we would have liked the option of a Western breakfast. As far as we know there is only Sri Lankan breakfast available and that is a bit much for us at least. By much I mean that my boyfriend and I are not up for fish/meat and chili in the morning.
Anne Kellemann
Verified
8/10 Good
Ilkka
8 Jul 2016
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Hyvää huolenpitoa Heina Nature Resortissa
Tässä resortissa on vain kaksi majoitustaloa, joihin kumpaankin mahtuu max. 8 henkilöä. Paikka on hiljaisella alueella ja luonnonläheinen. Huoneissa ei ole ilmastointia; pesutilat, suihku ja WC ovat erillisessä rakennuksessa, joka toisaalta oli ihan kiinnostava.
Palvelu oli henkilökohtaista, avluliasta ja ystävällistä: meitä jopa käytettiin perin kilometrin päässä sijaitsevissa temppeleissä tutustumassa iltarituaaleihin!