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1. Yala Safari Camping

1.9 km from Kataragama Temple

Oliver

SAR 722

SAR 946 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

2. Grand Tamarind Lake

1.1 km from Kataragama Temple

Denzil

SAR 224

SAR 290 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

3. Kynrock Hotels & Resorts

1.4 km from Kataragama Temple

Flame

SAR 288

SAR 343 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Aug - 16 Aug

1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

4. Mahoora - Yala by Eco Team

0.5 km from Kataragama Temple

Krzysztof

SAR 799

SAR 1,046 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Aug - 22 Aug

5. Mandara Rosen

2.1 km from Kataragama Temple

Kandiah

SAR 340

SAR 451 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Aug - 16 Aug

Deluxe Triple Room, Lake View | In-room dining

6. Leon Lakeside Hotel

3.1 km from Kataragama Temple

"Worst Experience – This is Not Even a Hotel This place should not be listed as a hotel. It is located in the middle of nowhere, completely inaccessible by car. We had to walk a long distance on foot, during which we encountered wild animals — an extremely unsafe situation. Upon arrival, we were shocked to find that the entire facility was in a state of severe neglect. Mold was present everywhere — on the walls, ceilings, and even furniture. The conditions were absolutely unacceptable. We...

Arokiyarajah

SAR 47

SAR 56 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

7. Sky 14 Safari Resort

2.7 km from Kataragama Temple

SAR 219

SAR 260 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

Suite Tent with Plunge Pool | WiFi (free)

Suite Tent with Plunge Pool | Private pool

8. Leopard Trails Yala

2.6 km from Kataragama Temple

SAR 1,817

SAR 2,385 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Aug - 19 Aug

Tent, Private Pool, Garden View | Property grounds

Tent, Private Pool, Garden View | Bathroom | Shower, towels, soap, shampoo

9. Ceylon Wild

5.4 km from Kataragama Temple

SAR 1,806

SAR 2,135 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

2 bars/lounges, swim-up bar, poolside bar

3 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch served

10. DoubleTree by Hilton Weerawila Rajawarna Resort

18.8 km from Kataragama Temple

Chaminda

SAR 373

SAR 502 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sep - 3 Sep

11. Yala Hotel River Front

17.2 km from Kataragama Temple

"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...

Sheilagh

SAR 222

SAR 268 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Aug - 16 Aug

Luxury Suite | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, WiFi (free)

12. Flameback Eco Lodge

18.6 km from Kataragama Temple

Catherine

SAR 947

SAR 1,235 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Aug - 15 Aug

Comfort Triple Room | Pillowtop beds, minibar, soundproofing, WiFi (free)

13. My Village

14.6 km from Kataragama Temple

Rebecca

SAR 194

SAR 256 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Aug - 16 Aug

Deluxe Suite | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

14. Yala Hotel Elephant Eye

17.3 km from Kataragama Temple

Senoli

SAR 114

SAR 155 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Aug - 15 Aug

Deluxe Tree House, 1 King Bed, River View | Balcony

15. Hotel River Front

17.2 km from Kataragama Temple

Kathleen

SAR 138

SAR 180 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sep - 12 Sep

Minibar, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Luxury Double Room, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, City View | Terrace/patio

16. Lavender Home Rest

17.5 km from Kataragama Temple

Moaz

SAR 89

SAR 118 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sep - 2 Sep

Outdoor pool, open 7:30 AM to 8:30 PM, sun loungers

17. Blue Turtle Hotel

14.4 km from Kataragama Temple

Quay

SAR 164

SAR 213 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sep - 2 Sep

18. Yala Golden Wild

14.7 km from Kataragama Temple

Stuart

SAR 144

SAR 188 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Sep - 6 Sep

19. Mailagama Cinnamon Residence

3.5 km from Kataragama Temple

Paul

SAR 185

SAR 218 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

20. Serene Park Hotel By Ark

16 km from Kataragama Temple

Shannon

SAR 152

SAR 208 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Aug - 21 Aug

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Compare popular hotels close to Kataragama Temple

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Yala Safari Camping	9.2 Wonderful 35 reviews	View
Grand Tamarind Lake	9.0 Wonderful 14 reviews	View
Kynrock Hotels & Resorts	9.0 Wonderful 11 reviews	View
Mahoora - Yala by Eco Team	8.0 Very Good 13 reviews	View
Mandara Rosen	7.0 Good 24 reviews	View

Top Kataragama Temple Hotel Reviews

Wadula Safari Yala

10/10 Excellent

"I had a wonderful stay. The surroundings are beautiful, with palm trees and a lake right in front of the room. It is the most beautiful location I have experienced so far in Sri Lanka. The hosts are incredibly kind and welcoming. They took me for a walk to the lake, organized a safari for me, and arranged a reliable driver at a very reasonable price. Everything was perfectly organized. The food was excellent. The curry was the best I have had in Sri Lanka, and the fresh breakfast was delicious. The room and bathroom are in a private little bungalow. Everything was spacious, spotless, modern, and very well maintained. The room had air conditioning, complimentary drinking water, shampoo, and a wide selection of toiletries. I highly recommend this place and would happily stay here again."

Big Game Yala by Eco Team

8/10 Good

"We enjoyed our stay. When we arrived we were told it was not possible to stay because we only had one room booked, when I showed printouts of our booking with two rooms they found a second tent at the far side of the site for the first night and moved us next to each other for the second night. Thankfully our sons are adults so it didn’t really matter. The pool was closed for maintenance which was a shame! The bbq dinners were excellent, everyone sat around the campfire at tables. The tents were comfortable with showers, toilets and electric sockets. There is a plug in mosquito repellent and we didn’t get bitten at all so it must have worked!"

Lavendish Okrin Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Thank……………,………………….!"

Kynrock Hotels & Resorts

10/10 Excellent

"This is fabulous hotel! Very picturesque, clean, modern and incredibly friendly and helpful staff. The pool is a great size with a modern gym. We stayed here for easy acess to Yala national park which is only about 20 mins away. "

Mandara Rosen

8/10 Good

"Nice place, quiet and enjoyable "

Mailagama Cinnamon Residence

10/10 Excellent

"The owners and staff went out of their way to ensure the stay was as comfortable as possible. Great location with real homely atmosphere. "

Grand Tamarind Lake

10/10 Excellent

"Seemed the best hotel in the area. Room big with a terrace leading to the very attractive large pool with the lake and a tree house to climb. Monkeys about who were fun to watch. Breakfast more to Asian tastes than mine but French toast, potato’s, fruit and breads available.It was very quiet during our stay with more staff than guests! Good choice for Yala but recommend the wild edge restaurant opposite in the evening for a drink."

EKHO Safari Tissa

8/10 Good

"Great location snd views. Food was below par, spa was expensive and uninviting. Staff AMAZING :)"

Leopard Safaris Yala

10/10 Excellent

"Bala and the team were amazing and made the stay. A great boutique luxe resort on a strong march to sustainability. Food was amazing. The safari's were excellent. Thanks. We'll be back with our families. ❤️"

Other attractions near Kataragama Temple

Sacred Bo Tree

6.8/10 (8 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Sacred Bo Tree during your travels in Kataragama. You can seek out the safari tours while in the area.

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Kataragama Archaeological Museum

7.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Kataragama Archaeological Museum during your trip to Kataragama. You can seek out the safari tours while in the area.

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Tissa Lake

8.0/10 (16 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Tissa Lake during your travels in Thissamaharama.

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Debarawewa Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Debarawewa Lake during your travels in Thissamaharama.

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Wirawila Tissa Sanctuary

Enjoy an outing to Wirawila Tissa Sanctuary during your stay in Modakandiya.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Kataragama Temple?

Kataragama Temple is located in an area of Kataragama that travelers like for its wildlife and lakeside setting. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 15 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Kataragama Temple?

Adjacent to Kataragama Temple, Mahoora - Yala by Eco Team is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this tentalow offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good options close by include Kynrock Hotels & Resorts and Grand Tamarind Lake.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Kataragama Temple?

Expedia has 15 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Kataragama Temple.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Kataragama Temple, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available near Kataragama Temple.

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Our top choices for Kataragama Temple hotels

1. Yala Safari Camping

2. Grand Tamarind Lake

3. Kynrock Hotels & Resorts

4. Mahoora - Yala by Eco Team

5. Mandara Rosen

6. Leon Lakeside Hotel

7. Sky 14 Safari Resort

8. Leopard Trails Yala

9. Ceylon Wild

10. DoubleTree by Hilton Weerawila Rajawarna Resort

11. Yala Hotel River Front

12. Flameback Eco Lodge

13. My Village

14. Yala Hotel Elephant Eye

15. Hotel River Front

16. Lavender Home Rest

17. Blue Turtle Hotel

18. Yala Golden Wild

19. Mailagama Cinnamon Residence

20. Serene Park Hotel By Ark

Compare popular hotels close to Kataragama Temple

Top Kataragama Temple Hotel Reviews

Wadula Safari Yala

Big Game Yala by Eco Team

Lavendish Okrin Hotel

Kynrock Hotels & Resorts

Mandara Rosen

Mailagama Cinnamon Residence

Grand Tamarind Lake

EKHO Safari Tissa

Leopard Safaris Yala

Other attractions near Kataragama Temple

Sacred Bo Tree

Kataragama Archaeological Museum

Tissa Lake

Debarawewa Lake

Wirawila Tissa Sanctuary

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