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Yala River Face Inn

3.0 star property

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A pool with wooden loungers and a yellow umbrella, surrounded by lush greenery and a river.
Deluxe Family Suite | Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board (on request)
A two-story building with a balcony, surrounded by greenery.
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Deluxe Tree House | Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board (on request)

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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530/5, Gangasiripura, Debarawewa, Thissamaharama, 82600
  • Place, Yatala Dagoba
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Debarawewa Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Yala National Park
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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A bedroom with a bed, nightstands, a bench, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Deluxe Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board (on request)

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Family Suite | Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board (on request)

Deluxe Family Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board (on request)

Deluxe Quadruple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with a striped bedspread, a headboard, and two pillows.

Deluxe Apartment

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A room with two wooden beds, a curtain, and a door leading outside.

Family Quadruple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A wooden room with a bed, a window with curtains, an air conditioning unit, and a toilet.

Deluxe Tree House

  • River view
  • 168 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Thissamaharama

Located within a mile (2 km) of Debarawewa Lake, Yala River Face Inn is within 2 miles (3 km) of Yatala Dagoba. This 3-star hotel has 7 guestrooms and offers an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Yatala Dagoba - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Debarawewa Lake - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Tissa Lake - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Yala National Park - 24 min drive - 12.4 miles
  • Udawalawe National Park - 54 min drive - 34.4 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Red - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Refresh Sea Food Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Culture - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Calorian Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Chef Lady - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Yala River Face Inn

At Yala River Face Inn, guests enjoy features like an outdoor pool, a children's pool, and free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle for a fee. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and tours or tickets. Additional amenities include a terrace, laundry facilities, and barbecue grills.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer free toiletries. Ceiling fans are also included. Limited housekeeping is available.
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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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

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 12:30 PM

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

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 only accepts cash
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 12:30 PM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply). Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property only accepts cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

River Face Inn Tissamaharama
River Face Tissamaharama
River Face Inn
Yala River Face Inn Hotel
Yala River Face Inn Thissamaharama
Yala River Face Inn Hotel Thissamaharama

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Yala River Face Inn?

Yala River Face Inn offers free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Yala River Face Inn?

As of Jul 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Yala River Face Inn on Aug 1, 2026 start from $23, 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.

What's there to do near Yala River Face Inn?

This hotel is located in Thissamaharama, close to Tissa Lake, Bundala National Park, and Yatala Dagoba. You'll also find Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara and Debarawewa Lake within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Yala River Face Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Yala River Face Inn include a casino?

No, Yala River Face Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Yala River Face Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about Yala River Face Inn?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding as well as an outdoor pool and a restaurant.

Does Yala River Face Inn have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Yala River Face Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Yala River Face Inn serves breakfast for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will Yala River Face Inn allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Yala River Face Inn.

Does Yala River Face Inn have connecting rooms available?

Yes, this hotel has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Yala River Face Inn?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a furnished balcony/patio where guests can enjoy river and garden views.

Yala River Face Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Peter

Liked: Staff & service

Fine budget hotel run by very nice family

Nice hotel run by extremely nice family who did their best to make you feel comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017
Verified

8/10 Good

David

This was a great value. It is a beautiful property right by the river. The foliage is superb and the staff work tirelessly to keep the grounds clear of plant droppings. The only negative was the WIFI which try as they might it never worked consistently.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rakesh Sundar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We were requested by the property that rooms are fully booked in this hotel and they have another property River Edge Inn ..It was more than awesome for the money paid
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Hazel

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

Lovely setting

We were welcomed in such a friendly manner by the hotel owner and his family. The hotel is in a lovely natural setting. We stayed in a deluxe room which would probably equate to a basic room in England. There were other more luxurious rooms if you wanted to spend more but the main thing for us was how friendly and helpful everyone was. The meals were delicious and nothing was too much trouble. I would definitely recommend this place, whatever quality of room you require.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
cheap price you get what you pay for, the room is ok, lot of mosquitos and the net it had some holes
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017
Verified

4/10 Poor

Marzena

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Don't stay here! You will regret it!

The hotel is run by two young Sri Lankans. They seem like teenagers, but they are doing a decent job. The boss didn't say "hi" or goodbye, nor smile at us. Seemed like it bothered him that we were there. Because of mold, dirty floor, no Internet and a dirty toilet we switched rooms. The other room didn't have internet either, but was ok. In both rooms we had to ask for toilet paper and a mosquito net, although the description said it's standard (like the wifi, too). Starting at 6 in the morning there was a lot of noise caused by the staff on both days of our stay! That was very annoying and frustrating. Do not stay there.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017
Verified

8/10 Good

Susanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Personalen, maten och atmosfären var väldigt väldigt bra. Sängarna var sådär.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good morgenmad, meget venlig personale. Lækker pool
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KUN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
酒店的员工很友好，然后房间很干净整洁，第二天起早要去SAFARI，酒店五点以前都帮我们准备好了早餐给我们带去，很不错的酒店
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tao

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017