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Kottamba Yala Stay & Safari

Property class: 3
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Thissamaharama guest house

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A room with a high ceiling, exposed beams, and a wall decorated with tropical plant murals. There are wicker furniture pieces and a woven basket hanging from the ceiling.
A room with a large window, a ceiling fan, and four wicker chairs arranged around a central table.
A two-story house with a covered porch, large windows, and potted plants.
A covered outdoor area with white pillars, a concrete floor, and potted plants.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Tissamaharama, Thissamaharama, Southern Province, 82600
  • Place, Sandagiri Wehera
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Yala National Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Udawalawe National Park
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Garden View

A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, a small potted plant, a wall-mounted fan, and a door with a window.

Deluxe Double Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 140 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A neatly made bed with a checkered bedspread, two pillows, a wooden headboard, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Deluxe Triple Room

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, white bedding, a wooden chair, a small potted plant, and a wall-mounted fan.

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Thissamaharama

In shopping district.Within 12 miles (20 km) of this guesthouse, you'll find Bundala National Park and Yala National Park.
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What's nearby

  • Sandagiri Wehera - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Yala National Park - 16 min drive - 10.7 miles
  • Kataragama Temple - 16 min drive - 10.5 miles
  • Bundala National Park - 22 min drive - 14.1 miles
  • Udawalawe National Park - 59 min drive - 38.2 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Refresh Sea Food Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Culture - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Calorian Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Lake Side Hotel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bath Kade - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Kottamba Yala Stay & Safari

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Thissamaharama guest house
As a guest of Kottamba Yala Stay & Safari, you'll find a terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and a beach shuttle are available for a fee. Kottamba Yala Stay & Safari also features a garden, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Thissamaharama guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
Kottamba Yala Stay & Safari offers 4 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and bathrobes. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas and include desks. LED televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: USD 2 per person

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Scooter/moped rentals

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Kottamba Yala Stay & Safari

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately USD 2 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 83 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)
  • A kitchen/kitchenette is available for an additional fee

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
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 cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Leisure Villa Guesthouse Tissamaharama
Leisure Villa Tissamaharama
Leisure Villa Guesthouse
Leisure Villa Thissamaharama
Leisure Villa Guesthouse Thissamaharama

Frequently asked questions

How close is Kottamba Yala Stay & Safari to the airport?

Kottamba Yala Stay & Safari is 174.2 mi (219-min drive) away from the Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kottamba Yala Stay & Safari?

As of Nov 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kottamba Yala Stay & Safari on Nov 17, 2026 start from $18, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Kottamba Yala Stay & Safari have an airport shuttle?

Kottamba Yala Stay & Safari offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 83 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Kottamba Yala Stay & Safari to the beach?

This guesthouse is 9.1 mi (24-min drive) from Kirinda Beach and 11.7 mi (33-min drive) from Palatupana Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Kottamba Yala Stay & Safari offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Kottamba Yala Stay & Safari, but local cuisine breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 2 per person. It's available every day from 8 AM to 9 AM.

Is there a casino at Kottamba Yala Stay & Safari?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Kottamba Yala Stay & Safari?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Kottamba Yala Stay & Safari?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does Kottamba Yala Stay & Safari have a pool?

Kottamba Yala Stay & Safari does not have a pool.

Does Kottamba Yala Stay & Safari have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Kottamba Yala Stay & Safari to downtown Thissamaharama?

Kottamba Yala Stay & Safari is 2.4 mi away from Thissamaharama.