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Kithala Resort

4.0 star property
Hotel in Thissamaharama with free valet parking and a 24-hour front desk

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Property amenity
Deluxe Room | Living area | Flat-screen TV
Superior Studio Suite | View from room
Deluxe Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Interior entrance

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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Kataragama Road, Thissamaharama, 82600
  • Place, Tissa Lake
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Yala National Park
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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

Deluxe Room

  • 183 sq ft
  • 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

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Mahasenpura

Located within a mile (2 km) of Tissa Lake, Kithala Resort is within 2 miles (3 km) of Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara. This 40-room, 4-star hotel has conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free valet parking.

What's nearby

  • Tissa Lake - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Kataragama Temple - 18 min drive - 11.4 miles
  • Yala National Park - 22 min drive - 11.1 miles
  • Udawalawe National Park - 54 min drive - 35.3 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Culture - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Red - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hath Maluwa - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Calorian Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Refresh Sea Food Restaurant - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Kithala Resort

Hotel in Thissamaharama with free valet parking and a 24-hour front desk
Guests staying at Kithala Resort enjoy an outdoor pool, a children's pool, and free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of free valet parking if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with concierge services, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include an arcade/game room, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds are dressed in premium bedding. Minibars, electric kettles, and ceiling fans are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Limited onsite valet and self parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee: USD 21 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

The charges below are included in your overall room price:

  • New Year's Eve gala dinner fee
  • Christmas Eve gala dinner fee

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 21 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. 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 accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • A charge for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner on December 24 is included in the total price shown.
  • A charge for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner on December 31 is included in the total price shown.
  • 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.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of Kithala Resort?

This hotel is located in Thissamaharama within a short 15-minute walk of Tissa Lake. You'll also find Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara and Yatala Dagoba within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Kithala Resort?

Yes, valet parking and self parking are offered for free at the hotel.

Does Kithala Resort have a casino?

No, Kithala Resort doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Kithala Resort?

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

Is Kithala Resort a good place to stay for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Kithala Resort?

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

Does Kithala Resort have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Kithala Resort serves free breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Will Kithala Resort allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Kithala Resort.

Are there connecting rooms at Kithala Resort?

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

Are there rooms with balconies at Kithala Resort?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Kithala Resort.

Kithala Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 39 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

George

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was an infinity swimming pool overlooking, the wilderness, it was stunning and unforgettable. The hotel was to a high standard overall. Would return.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dakshina, Tampa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic quiet property. One with nature. Strongly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Janitha

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hernan

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Michelle

For the premium price you pay, the accommodations, bedding, mattress, rooms, free breakfast — all very lackluster. I would pick elsewhere
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Lorna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Amanda

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

tiran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Gail

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

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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Angie Mui Gek

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stay was ok. Wifi can’t make it.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Manisha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel room had bugs on both days. The towels seemed very old and were rough. Good breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Gregory V

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

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Neha

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

saliya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

yungang

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

western standard

quiet and clean, natural setting, nice staffs
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

6/10 Okay

Renee

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

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.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017

8/10 Good

Luke

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

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 Good

phil and una, london uk

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

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 Okay

Rohanthi

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

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

10/10 Excellent

Will

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

Good for Yala safari

Great stay here. Good cost affective way for safari in Yala then easier transfer to Ella. Pool is nice to chill afternoon morning safari and good view over rice paddy. We didn't rate the food.

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Did the job ok.

Only arrived late afternoon & were up & out at 5:30am for a safari..........didn't spend much time in the hotel. Had a meal & bottle of wine in the restaurant, food good but service a little quirky!

8/10 Good

Alvaro, Perth, WA

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

A good base to explore Yala and Tissamaharama

Comfortable rooms, friendly staff. A very nice breakfast cooked to order (versus normal buffet). We visited the resort during low season in early July '16 and we received good service.