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Yathra Houseboat

Property class: 4
4-star adults-only cruise ship near Bentota Beach

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A dining area with a table set for two, a thatched roof, and a view of a calm lake.
A boat with a thatched roof and wooden deck, docked on calm water with a forested shoreline in the background.
A green sofa with two dark blue pillows, a wooden coffee table with a white flower arrangement, and a patterned wallpaper background.
A thatched-roof boat house with a wooden deck and a view of the water.
A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, and a window with a view of trees.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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449/1, Dedduwa, Hapurugala, Bentota, 80500
  • Place, Lunuganga Estate
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Galapatha Raja Maha Viharaya
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Bentota Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a wooden nightstand, a desk with a telephone, and a window with blinds.

Cabin with Cruise

  • River view
  • 239 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

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What's nearby

  • Lunuganga Estate - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Galapatha Raja Maha Viharaya - 3 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Bentota Beach - 6 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Moragalla Beach - 11 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Hikkaduwa Beach - 45 min drive - 29.5 miles

Getting around

  • Aluthgama Railway Station - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪White Tree Resturant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Long Victory Seafood Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪the Boiling Lob - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Boss Of Prawns - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Amal Restaurant - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Yathra Houseboat

4-star adults-only cruise ship near Bentota Beach
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Yathra Houseboat also features laundry facilities, dry cleaning/laundry services, and room service (during limited hours). Free self parking is available.
  • 2 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Dining venue
Yathra Houseboat offers 2 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary newspapers and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. This Bentota cruise ship provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. A nightly turndown service is provided.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from June 1 2026 to May 31 2028 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Yathra Houseboat

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 12 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 12 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

Additional fees apply to children for meals. Children ages 5-11 are charged 50% of the meal rate when sharing existing bedding.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 12 years old aren't allowed.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Yathra Houseboat have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Yathra Houseboat.

How close is Yathra Houseboat to the beach?

This cruise ship is 2.9 mi (10-min drive) from Bentota Beach and 4.2 mi (16-min drive) from Moragalla Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Yathra Houseboat offer free breakfast?

Yathra Houseboat does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Yathra Houseboat?

No, there is no casino at this cruise ship.

What time is check-in at Yathra Houseboat?

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

Is there free parking at Yathra Houseboat?

This cruise ship offers free self parking.

Does Yathra Houseboat have a pool?

Yathra Houseboat does not have a pool.

Does Yathra Houseboat have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Yathra Houseboat have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cruise ship.

How close is Yathra Houseboat to downtown Bentota?

Yathra Houseboat is 1.9 mi away from Bentota.

Yathra Houseboat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ein unvergessliches Erlebnis!

Dieser Aufenthalt war perfekt, das Boot ist sehr luxuriös, die Mitarbeiter empfangen und betreuen Ihre Gäste mit herzlicher Freundlichkeit. Jeder Wünsch wird sofort erfüllt. Die 2 stündige Bootstour ist so wunderschön, ein ganz besonderes Erlebnis, dass uns immer in Erinnerung bleiben wird.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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