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Kynrock Hotels & Resorts
Kynrock Hotels & ResortsKataragama
10/10 Excellent
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.
Adam
Wadula Safari Yala
Wadula Safari YalaKataragama
10/10 Excellent
Unique atmosphere and really friendly host!
Unique atmosphere and really friendly host!
Kwan Yin Jack
Kalu's Hideaway Udawalawe
Kalu's Hideaway UdawalaweUdawalawa
10/10 Excellent
Amazing grounds
Amazing grounds
Daniel
Elephant Rest Udawalawa
Elephant Rest UdawalawaUdawalawa
10/10 Excellent
The couple that run this place are so friendly and helpful. Lovely people. The home cooked meal was the best Sri Lankan food we have had on the trip. The safari organised through the hotel is amazing and would recommend it. Please note that this hotel is not plush but it is comfortable and clean and quiet. Perfect for our night there to do the safari. The park is very closeby.
The couple that run this place are so friendly and helpful. Lovely people. The home cooked meal was the best Sri Lankan food we have had on the trip. The safari organised through the hotel is amazing and would recommend it. Please note that this hotel is not plush but it is comfortable and clean and quiet. Perfect for our night there to do the safari. The park is very closeby.
Anonymous traveller
Makulu Safari Camping
Makulu Safari CampingSevanagala
10/10 Excellent
fabulous secluded location, AMAZING staff. Gorgeous food.
-the staff go way above and beyond in hospitality.
please DO use their official guides an drivers that follow the same mantra.
fabulous secluded location, AMAZING staff. Gorgeous food.
-the staff go way above and beyond in hospitality.
please DO use their official guides an drivers that follow the same mantra.
adrian
Mailagama Cinnamon Residence
Mailagama Cinnamon ResidenceSella Katharagama
10/10 Excellent
The owners and staff went out of their way to ensure the stay was as comfortable as possible.
Great location with real homely atmosphere.
The owners and staff went out of their way to ensure the stay was as comfortable as possible.
Great location with real homely atmosphere.
Paul
Hantara Udawalawa
Hantara UdawalawaUdawalawa
10/10 Excellent
This was the most amazing place to stay. First and foremost the staff were the most friendly and helpful you could imagine. The facilities at Hantara were incredible with a pool which was immaculately clean. Our lodge was spacious,characterful and spotlessly clean. The staff arranged a safari for us in Udawalawe National Park which is very close by. We would stay here again in a heartbeat. Thank you to everyone at Hantara.
This was the most amazing place to stay. First and foremost the staff were the most friendly and helpful you could imagine. The facilities at Hantara were incredible with a pool which was immaculately clean. Our lodge was spacious,characterful and spotlessly clean. The staff arranged a safari for us in Udawalawe National Park which is very close by. We would stay here again in a heartbeat. Thank you to everyone at Hantara.
Stephen
My Village
My VillageThissamaharama
10/10 Excellent
Lovely place to stay for our safari. Gorgeous pool. Good clean rooms.
Lovely place to stay for our safari. Gorgeous pool. Good clean rooms.
Rebecca
Hotel River Front
Hotel River FrontThissamaharama
10/10 Excellent
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!
mc
La Pentera
La PenteraThanamalvila
10/10 Excellent
We stayed at La Pentera for 2 nights in Feb as part of our Sri Lanka tour. We arrived at about 6pm and were greated by Francis the manager and his wonderful team and a welcome drink. The driveway leading up to the 4 chalet hotel is impressive as is the whole hotel concept. Francis had called us in advance and was prepared for our arrival. We had booked the tree house but were also shown the clay house which we chose instead. The room was air conditioned, clean, safe and comfortable. We had a...
We stayed at La Pentera for 2 nights in Feb as part of our Sri Lanka tour. We arrived at about 6pm and were greated by Francis the manager and his wonderful team and a welcome drink. The driveway leading up to the 4 chalet hotel is impressive as is the whole hotel concept. Francis had called us in advance and was prepared for our arrival. We had booked the tree house but were also shown the clay house which we chose instead. The room was air conditioned, clean, safe and comfortable. We had a...
Anonymous traveller
Grand Tamarind Lake
Grand Tamarind LakeKataragama
10/10 Excellent
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
Blue Turtle Hotel
Blue Turtle HotelThissamaharama
10/10 Excellent
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
Sihilro Regency
Sihilro RegencyUdawalawa
10/10 Excellent
The welcome at the Sihilro Regency is second to none. We felt almost like family. The home cooked food offered is really fantastic, exceeding the standard in most of the hotels we stayed in. Arriving over the new year weekend, we were slightly concerned that onward travel would be difficult but they helped us find a taxi at a very reasonable price. We also used their in house Safari and the driver / guide was brilliant. Highly recommended.
The welcome at the Sihilro Regency is second to none. We felt almost like family. The home cooked food offered is really fantastic, exceeding the standard in most of the hotels we stayed in. Arriving over the new year weekend, we were slightly concerned that onward travel would be difficult but they helped us find a taxi at a very reasonable price. We also used their in house Safari and the driver / guide was brilliant. Highly recommended.
Anonymous traveller
Centauria Wild
Centauria WildUdawalawa
10/10 Excellent
We stay group 18 person have 8 rooms. Everything is good.Is like 4 star hotel.
Good food nice breakfast no complaints Definitely.Recommend for anybody to stay in this hotel.
We stay group 18 person have 8 rooms. Everything is good.Is like 4 star hotel.
Good food nice breakfast no complaints Definitely.Recommend for anybody to stay in this hotel.
Saulius
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What will the weather be like in Thanamalwila?
Weather is only one factor, but it can really affect your travel plans, especially if you're planning an extended stay in Thanamalwila. 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 Thanamalwila are November, December, October and April, with each month seeing an average of 195 mm of rainfall.
What should I see in Thanamalwila?
While exploring the area, visit family-friendly sights like Ridiyagama Safari Park, or get outside and enjoy nature at Lunugamvehera National Park. In the wider area, you’ll find Kataragama Temple and Udawalawe National Park.