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# Yala Hotel River Front

Travelers recharge at the water's edge with refreshing swims or simply unwind on-site at this riverside retreat with multiple relaxation options

## Photo gallery for Yala Hotel River Front

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- Overview
- Rooms
- Location
- Policies

At Yala Hotel River Front, guests enjoy comfort and tranquility. Relax by the outdoor pool or watch kids splash in their pool. In-room WiFi keeps everyone connected, and mornings start with a free to-go breakfast. Two on-site restaurants complete the dining options.

## Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

## Popular amenities

- Pool
- Breakfast included
- Pet friendly
- Parking included
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant

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2 beds

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### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking

![Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33270000/33260900/33260809/7366d624.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium)

### Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking

### Highlights

LED TV

12 bedrooms

Rainfall showerhead

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Free bottled water

Coffee/tea maker

Satellite channels

- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed

### View all photos for Deluxe Triple Room, Non Smoking

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### Deluxe Triple Room, Non Smoking

### Highlights

LED TV

12 bedrooms

Rainfall showerhead

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Free bottled water

Coffee/tea maker

Satellite channels

- Sleeps 3
- 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

### View all photos for Family Room, Non Smoking

![Family Room, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33270000/33260900/33260809/95fe835d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium)

### Family Room, Non Smoking

### Highlights

LED TV

12 bedrooms

Rainfall showerhead

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Free bottled water

Coffee/tea maker

Satellite channels

- Sleeps 4
- 2 Double Beds

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## About the area

Thissamaharama is home to Yala Hotel River Front. Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara and Kataragama Archaeological Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Yala National Park and Bundala National Park. Wirawila Tissa Sanctuary and Birds Park are also worth visiting. [Visit our Debarawewa travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Debarawewa.dx3000003218)

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No,553,3/A,Debarawewa,Tissamaharama, Thissamaharama, SP, 82000

### What's nearby

- ![OLYMPUS E-PM1  
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A fruit stall near the Katharagama Maha Devalaya. There are many shops in this area as people buy loads of fruit baskets in order to observe them to the gods in the kovil. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6141216/75934a68-3e0f-49f3-96a9-8ffd977a2913.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Kataragama Temple  
24 min drive \- 24.4 km
- ![Yala National Park in Sri Lanka 🇱🇰 if you like animal this is the right place to see them their nature life 🐘🐐🦎🦌🐖 ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/645003002291478528/8b54d939-acff-4272-b304-3dddf7885617.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Yala National Park  
25 min drive \- 19.6 km
- ![I was very surprised to see a few skin-and-bones elephants in Udawalawe National Park despite it's seemingly lush greenery.  ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000655797/319c5efc-6a00-424d-860d-3821e87eb749.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Udawalawe National Park  
50 min drive \- 51.7 km
- Yatala Dagoba  
3 min drive \- 2.2 km
- Tissa Lake  
4 min drive \- 3.3 km

### Restaurants

- Cafe Culture  
14 min drive
- Red  
4 min drive
- Refresh Sea Food Restaurant  
5 min drive
- Calorian Restaurant  
5 min drive
- Hath Maluwa  
6 min drive

## About this property

### Yala Hotel River Front

Property highlights

 Yala Hotel River Front provides amenities like free to-go breakfast and 2 restaurants. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 

You'll also find perks like:

- An outdoor pool and a children's pool
- Free valet parking
- Smoke-free premises, a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator

Room features

All guestrooms at Yala Hotel River Front boast comforts such as free WiFi and free bottled water. 

More amenities include: 

- Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
- 32-inch LED TVs with premium channels
- Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping, and desks

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## Property amenities

### Internet

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

### Parking and transportation

- Free valet parking on site

### Food and drink

- Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM
- 2 restaurants

### Things to do

- Children's pool
- Outdoor pool

### Family friendly

- Children's pool
- Outdoor pool

### Conveniences

- 24-hour front desk

### Guest services

- Housekeeping (daily)

### Accessibility

- Elevator

### More

- Smoking not allowed

## Room amenities

### Bathroom

- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Private bathroom
- Rainfall showerhead
- Shower

### Entertainment

- 32-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels

### Food and drink

- Coffee/tea maker
- Free bottled water
- Limited room service

### More

- Desk

## Policies

### Check-in

Check-in time starts at noon

Late check-in subject to availability

### Check-out

Check-out before noon

Contactless check-out available

### Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

### Renovations and closures

The following facilities will be closed during December:
- One of the dining venues
- One of the swimming pools
- Parking area

The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday: 
- Bar/lounge
- Children's pool
- Dining venue(s)
- Fitness facility
- Full-service spa
- Health club
- Hot springs
- Indoor pool
- Outdoor pool
- Public bath
- Sauna
- Hot tub

### Access methods

Staffed front desk

### Pets

Pets stay free

### Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

### 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

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

### Property is also known as

Yala River Front

Yala Hotel River Front Hotel

Yala Hotel River Front Thissamaharama

Yala Hotel River Front Hotel Thissamaharama

## Frequently asked questions

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## Reviews

## Yala Hotel River Front Reviews

9.6

### Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines)

### 9.4

Cleanliness

### 10

Location

### 9.4

Staff & service

### 9.4

Property conditions & facilities

10 - Excellent

3

8 - Good

1

6 - Okay

0

4 - Poor

0

2 - Terrible

0

## Reviews

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Sheilagh

Aug 13, 2019

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

#### A touch of luxury to enhance your stay in SriLanka

We had a wonderfully relaxing few days. The staff were friendly and helpful and the meals were most enjoyable. Our room was immaculately clean and the water was hot. It was lovely to be able to sit out on a balcony and read. The manager arranged a great safari to Bandula National Park and provided us with a very tasty breakfast to take with us. On leaving, they were able to arrange transport to our next hotel. The recently extended and beautifully decorated hotel is located in a quiet area looking out on the river. The local wildlife of birds and animals could be heard and appreciated. Thank you to all the members of the family who cared for us throughout our stay! We highly recommend everyone to stay at your beautiful hotel.

##### Sheilagh

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Linda

Mar 24, 2019

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

#### Beautiful hotel 

This family owned hotel is stunningly beautiful. So many decorative details. The pool and hot tub so inviting. Backyard faces river with monkeys close by.

##### Linda

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

### 8/10 Good

#### Kim

Mar 18, 2025

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

##### Kim

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Bianca

Jul 2, 2024

##### Bianca

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

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