Grand Tamarind Lake - Kataragama

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Grand Tamarind Lake - Kataragama
$$$$
Overall Score
Great · 423 reviews
8.2Great
Location8.8
Staff8.7
Cleanliness8.3
Comfort8.3
Value for money8.1
Who stays here
Families54%
Couples20%
Groups17%
Solo8%

Overview

Overall Score
Great · 423 reviews
8.2Great
Location8.8
Staff8.7
Cleanliness8.3
Comfort8.3
Value for money8.1
Who stays here
Families54%
Couples20%
Groups17%
Solo8%

5-star lakeside hotel within a national park in Kataragama, offering 27 rooms with lake views and direct access to Yala National Park

Location

Grand Tamarind Lake is set in Kataragama, 3 km from Ruhunu Maha Kataragama Devalaya and 3 km from Yala National Park. The hotel overlooks Detagamuwa Lake, providing scenic views from its rooms and public areas. Lunugamvehera National Park is 35 km from the hotel, making it a convenient base for wildlife exploration.

Rooms & Amenities

The hotel has 27 rooms with air conditioning, room service, and non-smoking design. Each unit features lake views, a private bathroom, and free in-room WiFi. Guests can use the indoor swimming pool, free parking, and enjoy the daily manager's reception around the firepit.

Dining

Grand Tamarind Lake Kataragama operates two on-site restaurants serving diverse cuisines with a focus on local dishes. A continental or buffet breakfast is offered each morning, and a coffee shop/cafe is available. Room service and breakfast in the room are also provided, along with BBQ facilities.

Family & Activities

Children have access to an on-site playground and the large garden with outdoor furniture and a picnic area. Bike tours can be arranged from the hotel for exploring the surrounding national park. A shared lounge/TV area and hiking opportunities are available for all guests.

Services

The hotel provides a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, and tour desk to help guests plan visits to Yala and Lunugamvehera National Parks. A roundtrip airport shuttle is available for convenient transfers, and an ATM/cash machine is on site. Free parking and daily housekeeping are included in the stay.

  • Location: Set within a national park, 3 km from Yala National Park and overlooking Detagamuwa Lake
  • Rooms: 27 rooms with lake views, indoor swimming pool, and free in-room WiFi
  • Dining: Two on-site restaurants with local cuisine, continental buffet breakfast, and BBQ facilities
  • Family: On-site playground, bike tours, and picnic area for children
  • Services: Daily manager's reception, roundtrip airport shuttle, and 24-hour front desk
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:30
from 06:00-11:00
Amenities
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs USD 10.0 per person. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:16
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Rooms and availability

Deluxe Twin Room Lake View
  • Room size:

    33 m²

  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Balcony
Triple Room Lake View
  • Room size:

    33 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Balcony
Deluxe Double Room Lake View
  • Room size:

    33 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Balcony
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services
Food/ Drinks

Restaurant

Picnic area/ Tables

Swimming pool

Indoor swimming pool

TV

Flat-screen TV

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Picnic area/ Tables

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots

Spa & Leisure

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room view

  • Lake view
  • Pool view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Garden furniture
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Essential information about Grand Tamarind Lake

💵 Lowest room price 9655 INR
📏 Distance to centre 900 m
✈️ Distance to airport 46.1 km
🧳 Nearest airport Mattala Rajapaksa International, HRI

Location

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Kandasuridugama Raja Mawatha, Kataragama, Sri Lanka
Map view
Kandasuridugama Raja Mawatha, Kataragama, Sri Lanka
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
Detagamuwa Wewa
520 m

Reviews of Grand Tamarind Lake

8.2 /10
Great
423 reviews
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