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Riverside Cabana Yala

2.5 star property
Guesthouse in Thissamaharama with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant

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Garden
Traditional Triple Room
Deluxe Tree House
Garden
Exterior

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Room options

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Panoramic Double Room

Panoramic Double Room

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Iron/ironing board
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 291 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Cabin

Family Cabin

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Iron/ironing board
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 291 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Traditional Double Room

Traditional Double Room

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Iron/ironing board
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, River View

Basic Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, River View

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Iron/ironing board
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 183 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Double Room

Basic Double Room

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Iron/ironing board
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Triple Room, Garden View

Triple Room, Garden View

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Iron/ironing board
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Tree House

Deluxe Tree House

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Iron/ironing board
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Traditional Triple Room

Traditional Triple Room

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Iron/ironing board
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Large Twin Beds
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About the area

Map
No. 540/1 Gangasiripura, Debarawewa, Hambantota District, Thissamaharama, 82600

What's nearby

  • Yatala Dagoba - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Kirinda Beach - 17 min drive - 16.8 km
  • Bundala National Park - 21 min drive - 20.1 km
  • Kataragama Temple - 24 min drive - 24.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Refresh Sea Food Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Red - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Flavors Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The New Cabanas Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lake Side Hotel - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Riverside Cabana Yala

Property highlights
At Riverside Cabana Yala, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and a hair salon. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities and a restaurant.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk
  • A billiards/pool table, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms at Riverside Cabana Yala include comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and separate dining areas.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Decks/patios, separate dining areas, and ceiling fans

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

More

  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at noon
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

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
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

Property is also known as

Riverside Cabana Yala Guesthouse Tissamaharama
Riverside Cabana Yala Guesthouse
Riverside Cabana Yala Tissamaharama
Riversi Cabana Yala house
Riverside Cabana Yala Guesthouse
Riverside Cabana Yala Thissamaharama
Riverside Cabana Yala Guesthouse Thissamaharama

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverside Cabana Yala pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Riverside Cabana Yala?

As of Aug 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverside Cabana Yala on Sept 20, 2025 start from CA $25.48, excluding 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.

How much is parking at Riverside Cabana Yala?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Riverside Cabana Yala?

Check-in begins at noon.

What time is check-out at Riverside Cabana Yala?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Riverside Cabana Yala provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Riverside Cabana Yala located?

Situated in Thissamaharama, this guesthouse is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Yatala Dagoba and within 3 mi (5 km) of Tissa Lake and Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara. Bundala National Park and Kirinda Beach are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Riverside Cabana Yala Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
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8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Hilde

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

Different experience:)

Cabanas located in trees - you are literally sleeping outside. Different experience, but nice. Be aware that animals may enter, and the river is very close by, so maybe not so good for people who needs complete silence to sleep. Staff very helpful and nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019