335 reviews
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$300Rubberwatta Road ,Tissamaharama, Kataragama, 82600, Sri Lanka
335 reviews
1/129
Restaurant
Outdoor swimming pool
Kids' pool
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Room service
Air conditioning
Sun deck
Nestled just half a kilometer from the vibrant heart of Tissamaharama, Hotel Nilketha Yala promises a delightful escape in Sri Lanka. This charming 3-star hotel is a cozy haven for travelers seeking comfort and convenience, offering a range of amenities like a sparkling outdoor pool, a kids’ pool for the little adventurers, and lush gardens where you can relax with a scenic lake or garden view. Whether you're lounging on the sun deck, enjoying a tasty meal in the restaurant, or simply unwinding on your private balcony, this hotel blends leisure and nature seamlessly.
With 335 reviews ringing in, guests consistently praise its friendly service and inviting atmosphere. The hotel boasts practical perks such as free Wi-Fi, private parking, and air-conditioned rooms, making your stay as stress-free as possible. For those eager to explore more of Tissamaharama and beyond, optional shuttle services—including airport transfers—are available for an adrenalin-free journey, while kid-friendly amenities and babysitting services assure peace of mind for families.
Starting at an affordable rate, Hotel Nilketha Yala aligns friendly pricing with a fun, family-oriented vibe. Picture yourself enjoying breakfast on the terrace, soaking in the views of the surrounding landmarks, or taking part in a picnic area under the Sri Lankan sun. With wheelchair accessibility, free beach chairs, and thoughtful touches like soundproof rooms and luxurious bathtubs, every guest is invited to indulge in a serene stay filled with comfort, nature, and a dash of local charm.
After a fun-filled day lounging by the outdoor pool, guests can explore the hotel’s charming surroundings or venture into the local scene. The lush gardens provide the perfect backdrop for a leisurely stroll, allowing you to breathe in the fresh air and soak up the natural beauty Sri Lanka has to offer. When hunger strikes, enjoy a delicious meal at Restaurant #1, where you can savor local flavors or international favorites in a cozy and welcoming setting. It’s the perfect spot to wind down and share stories of your adventures over a tasty feast.
For families and travelers eager to make the most of their stay, Hotel Nilketha Yala offers kid-friendly amenities and thoughtful services like babysitting, ensuring everyone in your group has a memorable experience. Kids will love splashing around in the designated kids’ pool, while parents can relax knowing their little ones are nearby and entertained. Whether you’re enjoying a picnic in the designated area or simply soaking up the lively ambiance, the hotel’s inviting atmosphere encourages fun and relaxation for guests of all ages.
When it’s time to settle in after a day of exploration, the hotel’s private balconies and soundproof rooms create a peaceful retreat where you can unwind in comfort. Since the hotel only accepts cash, it offers a straightforward and hassle-free payment process, allowing you more time to enjoy your trip. With its family-friendly vibe, welcoming staff, and scenic location, Hotel Nilketha Yala is your gateway to discovering the magic of Tissamaharama and creating unforgettable memories in stunning Sri Lanka.
Closest airports
Hambantota International Airport
11.1miRestaurant
Outdoor swimming pool
Kids' pool
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Room service
Air conditioning
Sun deck
Tour desk
Babysitting/Child services
Private entrance
Parking On Site
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Lake view
Non-smoking rooms
Wheelchair accessible
Beach chairs/Loungers
Patio
Garden view
Landmark view
Kids' meals
Picnic area
Garden
View
Free toiletries
Bathtub
Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
Balcony
Bidet
Soundproof
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Deluxe Suite
1 Twin Bed
1 Sofa Bed
1 King Size Bed
225 sqft
Lake view
Landmark view
Garden view
Private Bathroom
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This suite's standout features are the pool with a view and fireplace. Featuring a private entrance, this air-conditioned suite consists of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. The suite provides soundproof walls, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area as well as a terrace with lake views. The unit offers 3 beds.
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Deluxe, 2 Twin Beds
2 Twin Beds
220 sqft
Balcony
Tea/Coffee maker
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Guests will have a special experience as this twin room provides a pool with a view and a fireplace. The twin room offers air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath. The unit offers 2 beds.
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Deluxe, Triple
1 Twin Bed
1 Queen Size Bed
410 sqft
Lake view
Landmark view
Garden view
Private Bathroom
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This triple room's special features are the pool with a view and the fireplace. The spacious triple room features air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with lake views as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath. The unit has 2 beds.
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Family Suite
2 Twin Beds
1 Queen Size Bed
225 sqft
Lake view
Landmark view
Garden view
Private Bathroom
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The pool with a view and fireplace are the special features of this family room. The family room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with lake views as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath. The unit offers 3 beds.
Standard, Triple
1 Twin Bed
1 Queen Size Bed
225 sqft
Landmark view
Garden view
Balcony
Bathtub
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Guests will have a special experience as this triple room offers a pool with a view and a fireplace. The triple room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath. The unit offers 2 beds.
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Standard, 1 Twin Bed
230 sqft
Balcony
Tea/Coffee maker
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Guests will have a special experience as this double room offers a pool with a view and a fireplace. The double room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath. The unit offers 1 bed.
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Deluxe, 2 Twin Beds, Single Use
2 Twin Beds
215 sqft
Landmark view
Garden view
Private Bathroom
Balcony
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Deluxe, Double, Single Use
1 Double Bed
225 sqft
Landmark view
Garden view
Private Bathroom
Balcony
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Luxury Suite
2 Double Beds
495 sqft
Free wifi
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Deluxe Double Room
230 sqft
Balcony
Free wifi
Tea/Coffee maker
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This double room features a balcony and air conditioning.
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Standard Family
5 Twin Beds
355 sqft
Landmark view
Garden view
Private Bathroom
Balcony
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Standard, Double, Single Use
1 Double Bed
225 sqft
Landmark view
Garden view
Private Bathroom
Balcony
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Edwards
10
November 2024
A beautiful hotel in a beautiful location. My room was large and very comfortable with a nice terraced area just outside where I had lunch and morning coffee. The gardens created a wonderful outlook and a short walk around the back of the property takes you to a very scenic expanse of rice fields. The pool was well maintained and the hotel clean. The location was also quiet and peaceful without being far from the centre. The manager/owner and staffing team made sure I had everything I needed, food was tasty and the safari tour they organised for me was exemplary. I even saw two jaguars.
Vidura
10
July 2025
I had a fantastic stay at this hotel! The manager was incredibly friendly and welcoming, which made check-in a breeze. The beds were super comfy — I slept like a baby every night. The pool was absolutely awesome, clean and perfect for relaxing. And you really can’t beat the location — it’s right in the heart of everything. Highly recommend and would definitely stay again!
Every thingnis perfect
Charles
9.1
March 2025
Wonderful stay!! Spacious, super clean room (high ceilings and big room)....the grounds are gorgeous, ample common areas, and the staff were very kind. The restaurant was a great value and super convenient!! Definitely a wonderful place to stay!! Only a small knock bc the laundry was quite expensive (even by USA standards) and not cleaned (or dried) to my expectations for the price
Luke
9.1
March 2025
Very very close to the town where there are plenty of shops and restaurants. The owner even gave us a lift to a restaurant he recommended one of the nights. We were getting a late taxi and let us stay poolside for the day whilst waiting for this. He offers a private Safari service too which unfortunately we didn’t use but had we known he did this service we would have.
Alexandra
9.1
March 2025
The pool was perfect, the surroundings are like being in a jungle, and the property was well located, friendly and helpful staff
Our room was ok but very dark and the sheets were a little small for the bed
Dayef
10
March 2023
The owner of the hotel Ranijith, the manager Jewak and the hotel staff are offering very kind and friendly attidute with beautiful place to rest and relax.They planned bus trip, gave us fresh fruits and best tea in the world. Around the hotel there is very beautiful garden with many types of tree. Inside of the garden u can find hidden swimming pool with crystal water ,hidden in palm trees. Rooms are the cleanest ones i ever seen in Sri Lanka. U can book a trip to the Yala park for good price at the hotel. I recommend this place for all types of people.We cant wait to see this beautiful place again next year! AMAZING! With love Patrik&Petra
Edixedi
9.1
February 2024
Good location for one night of sleep in Tissamaharama after a Safari. Clean rooms and nice garden. They also have a pool but we didn't used it. Its a good location also for bigger groups! Our driver had also a room downstairs, so they offer also accomodation for the drivers!
We had to ask the owner to turn the hot water on and few charging places next to the bed, but overall good location for one night!
Aivaras
9.1
January 2024
Hotel Nilketha is a great place to spend your vacation with a good quality service and a helpful staff. The swimming pool was brand new and amazing! The environment was really calm and relaxing, good spacious rooms with a beatiful view. The cost of stay was very bearable and reasonable. They can arrange you safari jeeps to visit Yala National Park. Highly recommend the place.
Benjamin
9.1
July 2024
Good stay overal, the location is good: a bit away from the centre but still close enough to walk there in 10 min. The staff was kind and helpfull. They helped us with arrangeing a safari for us which went great!! The pool is also great, for this price you couldnt ask for more.
The showerhead was chalked up.
Nina
8.2
July 2023
The pool and the clean rooms. And the personal was very helpfull with plates and service for the take away we brought home
They didnt have the rooms that I had booked. I booked a trip to Yala with the hotel (paid 158000 for 8 people - whole day). We Got a Jeep, that did not fit 8 people and without a cooler plus they did not tell us that we Could not drive around in Yala from 12 to 2, so we did not prepare for a long midday break.
Airports
Hambantota International Airport
11.1miAirports
Hambantota International Airport
11.1miAttractions
Udawalawe National Park
30miLocation
Age restrictions
Availability
Restaurant
Outdoor swimming pool
Kids' pool
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Room service
Air conditioning
Sun deck
Tour desk
Babysitting/Child services
Private entrance
Parking On Site
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Lake view
Non-smoking rooms
Wheelchair accessible
Beach chairs/Loungers
Patio
Garden view
Landmark view
Kids' meals
Picnic area
Garden
View
Free toiletries
Bathtub
Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
Balcony
Bidet
Soundproof
Accessibility
Bathroom emergency cord
Entire unit located on ground floor
Hearing accessible
Toilet with grab rails
Wheelchair accessible
Activities
Bicycle rental
Cycling
Bathroom
Additional bathroom
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Bidet
Free toiletries
Guest bathroom
Hairdryer
Private Bathroom
Shared bathroom
Shower
Slippers
Toilet
Toilet paper
Towels
Bedroom
Alarm clock
Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
Linens
Walk-in closet
Wardrobe or closet
Business Facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Cleaning Services
Daily housekeeping
Dry cleaning
Ironing service
Laundry
Suit press
Common Areas
Shared lounge/TV area
Entertainment & Family Services
Baby safety gates
Babysitting/Child services
Books, DVDs or music for children
Entertainment staff
Evening entertainment
Indoor play area
Outdoor play equipment for kids
Food & Drink
Fruit
Grocery deliveries
Kids' meals
Packed lunches
Restaurant
Tea/Coffee maker
Vending machine (drinks)
Food & drink safety
Breakfast to-go containers
Delivered food covered securely
Front Desk Services
24-hour front desk
Baggage storage
Currency exchange
Express check-in/out
Invoice provided
Lockers
Private check-in/out
Tour desk
General
Air conditioning
Designated smoking area
Facilities for disabled guests
Family rooms
Hair/Beauty salon
Hypoallergenic room available
Interconnecting room(s) available
Mosquito net
Non-smoking rooms
Private entrance
Room service
Soundproof
Tile/Marble floor
Internet
Free wifi
Kitchen
Cleaning products
Dining table
Electric kettle
Living Area
Desk
Dining area
Fireplace
Sitting area
Sofa
Media & Technology
Flat-screen TV
Telephone
TV
Outdoors
Balcony
BBQ facilities
Garden
Outdoor dining area
Outdoor fireplace
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Picnic area
Sun deck
Terrace
Parking
Free Private Parking
Parking On Site
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/out
Room Amenities
Clothes rack
Drying rack for clothing
Fan
Iron
Socket near the bed
Safety & security
24-hour security
Carbon monoxide detector
Fire extinguishers
Key access
Safe
Security alarm
Safety features
Access to healthcare professionals
First aid kits available
Services
Wake-up service
Wake-up service/Alarm clock
Spa
Beach chairs/Loungers
Foot bath
Kids' pool
Outdoor swimming pool
Public Bath
Transportation
Airport drop-off
Airport pickup
Airport shuttle
Car rental
Shuttle service
View
Garden view
Lake view
Landmark view
Pool view
View
From 12:30
Until 21:30
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Until 11:30
Pets are not allowed.
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
There's no age requirement for check-in
Come and go whenever you want
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 7 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
No capacity for extra beds or cribs.
This property accepts cash only.
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