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Kithala Resort

4.0 star property
Thissamaharama hotel with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Property amenity
Deluxe Room | Living area | Flat-screen TV
Deluxe Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Interior entrance
Superior Studio Suite | View from room
Immersed in a national park, Kithala Resort offers an idyllic escape. Enjoy the scenery on the tranquil garden or unwind at the arcade/game room, while staying connected with in-room WiFi and relishing free breakfast.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free breakfast
  • Pool
  • Non-smoking
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Children's pool
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Arcade/game room
  • Front-desk safe

Feel at home (6)

  • Children's pool
  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
The current price is $140
$181 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4

Room options

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Deluxe Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Studio Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Studio Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Kataragama Road, Thissamaharama, 82600

What's nearby

  • Tissa Lake - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Yatala Dagoba - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Yala National Park - 22 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Bundala National Park - 27 min drive - 26.6 km

Getting around

  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 114.3 miles/183.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Refresh Sea Food Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Culture - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Red - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Calorian Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪999 cafe & restaurant - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Kithala Resort

Kithala Resort is a great choice for a stay in Thissamaharama. You can splash around at the outdoor pool, grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe, or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights include a children's pool, a terrace, and a garden.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 40 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • This is a designated quarantine hotel. The property can only accept bookings from travelers who are required to quarantine (i.e. international travelers). You may be asked to provide evidence of this on arrival.
    • This is a certified Sri Lanka Tourism Level 1 property. Sri Lanka Tourism Level 1 is a health and safety certification issued by the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free onsite valet parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Barbecue grills
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children's pool

What to do

  • Pool table

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • An outdoor pool
  • Arcade/game room

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 21 per person

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per day

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
A fee for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 24.
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 31.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Kithala Resort Tissamaharama
Kithala Resort
Kithala Tissamaharama
Kithala
Kithala Resort Hotel
Kithala Resort Thissamaharama
Kithala Resort Hotel Thissamaharama

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Kithala Resort?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at Kithala Resort?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Kithala Resort?

Yes, there's free self and valet parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Kithala Resort?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Kithala Resort and nearby?

Kithala Resort has an outdoor pool and an arcade, as well as a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Kithala Resort?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Kithala Resort like?

Kithala Resort is located a short 15-minute walk from Tissa Lake.

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Reviews

Kithala Resort Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.0

Cleanliness

7.2

Location

8.0

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

7.8

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

had a short stay at kithala and we were given a very warm welcome by the front office team .. they make you feel at home and invited us to light the Oil Lamp which is a symbol of respect ..it was very special ..wish we had stayed for few more days !!
Dinesh, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

There was an infinity swimming pool overlooking, the wilderness, it was stunning and unforgettable. The hotel was to a high standard overall. Would return.
George, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

This hotel looks nothing like the pictures. The furniture was old, dirty and damaged, the bathroom shower had mold everywhere. The sofa had a cigarette burn on it. When I arrived to the room, there were about 15 mosquitoes attacking us. The room did not seem ready for us. The towels and bed sheets did not smell clean. The food was average. I would not recommend this place for anyone who wants a pleasant stay.
Janitha, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic quiet property. One with nature. Strongly recommend.
Dakshina, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

For the premium price you pay, the accommodations, bedding, mattress, rooms, free breakfast — all very lackluster. I would pick elsewhere
Michelle, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Not so good
Federica, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Bel environnement et bel accueil néanmoins nous avons retrouvé un cafard pendant notre séjour dans la chambre. Le personnel est bienveillant mais ça peut être “étouffant” notamment pendant le repas où ils attendent “à côté” de nous la fin de nos plats. Ceci était peut être du au peu de fréquentation pendant notre séjour. Cependant la vue est parfaite pour ce reposer le long de la piscine face aux plantations de riz
Maxime, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely stay

Wonderful friendly service and comfortable rooms. A la carte menu was good but the buffet was not quite so. Loved having a beautiful flower given to us each evening and asking if everything was ok.
Gail, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Un bonne hotel tres calme et zen avec de bon service
Karim, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Stay was ok. Wifi can’t make it.
Angie Mui Gek, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I had an excellent stay here. The place was clean, the buffets for breakfast, lunch and dinner were amazing! But the biggest thing was the staff were all so helpful and friendly - the best hotel staff I’ve encountered Even my mother who usually complains about everything said she wanted to come back and stay there.
Manisha, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Hotel room had bugs on both days. The towels seemed very old and were rough. Good breakfast.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place!

This was the most professional stay of my trip. The buffet breakfast and dinner was ample and tasty enough. The bed needed an extra sheet, but they happily obliged. The setting is beautiful—rice patties, a pond, and many interesting fauna. I would have liked a bit of help with touring the local area as they were not as equipped to arrange and book things as I would have liked (perhaps it was a timing/English issue); otherwise, great place to stay—relaxing, organized, and clean.
Gregory V, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

A really pleasant and comfortable stay here during our time in the hotel. We didn't spend too much time at the hotel as we were out for a full day in safari and left the next morning but we were pleasantly surprised at the lovely surroundings of the hotel and room. The staff were polite and super accommodating. They kindly provided us with a packed breakfast on our safari early morning. Only con was, considering its a peaceful and calm location, we couldn't make use of the pool as it was overcrowded with local guests and their kids.
Neha, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

western standard

quiet and clean, natural setting, nice staffs
yungang, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Helt greit hotell

Hotellet var helt OK, fint bassengområdet. Maten kunne vært bedre. Men ellers greit til en natt etter/før safari.
Anne, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Good service but dirty bathroom

We stayed one night before our Trip to Yala, the location is good for that but there is not much else to do in Tissamahara. The hotel decor looks very nice, has a pool and big restaurant. The service when we arrived and at the restaurant was very good. We had dinner there, and we curries chosen from the menu rather than than buffet. The food was quite good, but it was quite expensive for Sri Lanka standard. The hotel room was comfortable but the bathroom doesn’t look like it had been cleaned for a while, and we saw a dead cockroach on the edge of the bath, the water wasn’t draining properly either. As the bathtub was surrounded by a glass panel, may be they didn’t bother cleaning the whole bathtub. It was gross.
Renee, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Safari and birds

This nice hotel is well situaded for going to safari and also there are many different birds to see.
f&r, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Geweldige locatie wanneer je Yala NP wil bezoeken

Wij verbleven 2 nachten in Kithala Resort. Ik vond de locatie en uitzicht vanaf onze kamer erg mooi. Uitzicht over het zwembad met daarachter een graanveld waar veel verschillende dieren (vooral vogels) zichtbaar waren. Een lekkere plek om uit te rusten na een bezoek aan Yala NP.
Sander, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Topp value for money

Supert hotel. Dårlig Internett og litt få solsenger/parasoller trekker litt ned. Veldig bra value for money.
Jens, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great little hotel while doing your Yala Safari

great hotel! Food was excellent and good that it is because there is not much in the area. We stayed two nights due to us having a full day safari. The pool was also one of the best parts of the hotel with complementary afternoon tea! Rooms were clean and fairly modern.

8/10 Very good

Superb buffet! Do not miss

Great facilities and very clean. Only lacked help/ info on the area and what to see and do. The buffet however was outstanding and should not be missed

8/10 Very good

Nice place for a safari in Yala

The hotel was really good and clean. We stayed here for one night after our safari at yala park. The price was good, we loved the pool. Stuff was friendy. The only "bad" thing was the WIFI - it didnt work. But that wasnt a big problem for a one night stay. There isnt much to see in tissamaharama town. All in all a good place for a safari.

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel

Nice clean comfortable room with air conditioning. However every time you leave the room and take your key out of the card holder the power shuts off in your room. Which means you can't leave electronics charging when you're out. Buffet was nice, but a bit pricey for Sri Lanka. Staff was helpful. Mosquitoes were horrible, wear bug spray even if you're only going out for a minute at dusk / dark.

6/10 Good

Convenient hotel

Food was ok, service was good. However the room was not very comfortable and the bathroom had a strange odor. The open areas especially the restaurant was full of flies