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Where to stay near Kataragama Temple?

Properties are selected based on real traveller reviews and popularity among guests who’ve booked a night near Kataragama Temple on Hotels.com. These hotels close to Kataragama Temple consistently deliver on quality, location and traveller experience. Last updated on .

A large, white building with multiple arched windows and a central courtyard with a pool.

1. Kynrock Hotels & Resorts

Kynrock Hotels & Resorts
3.0 star property
1.4 km from Kataragama Temple
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (12 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel...great staff...excellent food "
Australia
Flame
The price is AU$133
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Kynrock Hotels & Resorts
A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and greenery.

2. Grand Tamarind Lake

Grand Tamarind Lake
4.5 star property
1.1 km from Kataragama Temple
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (16 reviews)
"Beautiful property. They had a nice welcoming for my parents who were celebrating their 40th anniversary there. Friendly staff."
Canada
Yaso
The price is AU$128
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Grand Tamarind Lake
A multi-story building with a white facade, large windows, and a black metal fence in front.

3. Ruhunu Holiday Inn

Ruhunu Holiday Inn
3.0 star property
0.6 km from Kataragama Temple
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1 review)
Ruhunu Holiday Inn
A hotel with a swimming pool, multiple balconies, and warm lighting.

4. Lavendish Tamarind Lifestyle

Lavendish Tamarind Lifestyle
2.5 star property
0.9 km from Kataragama Temple
7.2 out of 10, Good, (5 reviews)
"Staff was super friendly Rooms are okay for the price The property need a refresher "
Australia
Tiago
The price is AU$65
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Lavendish Tamarind Lifestyle
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and a white building.

5. Livinya Holiday Resort

Livinya Holiday Resort
3.0 star property
0.4 km from Kataragama Temple
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
Livinya Holiday Resort
A house with a red roof, a porch with seating, and a garden with a pathway.

6. Yala Big Game Drive with Heina Eco Team

Yala Big Game Drive with Heina Eco Team
3.5 star property
0.5 km from Kataragama Temple
Yala Big Game Drive with Heina Eco Team
A room with a wooden floor, a bed with a canopy, a bench, and a bathtub.

7. Yala Safari Camping

Yala Safari Camping
3.5 star property
1.9 km from Kataragama Temple
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (38 reviews)
"This is a cool unique place to stay on the edge of Yala park. The staff is friendly and goes above and beyond for your comfort and needs. Dinning was delicious and star lit dinner over looking the firefly lit jungle. "
Canada
SHIRLEY
The price is AU$361
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Yala Safari Camping
A modern interior with a polished floor, a wooden bench, and a view of greenery outside.

8. Hotel Sisara

Hotel Sisara
3.0 star property
0.8 km from Kataragama Temple
The price is AU$5,011
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Hotel Sisara
A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, white pillars, and a traditional roof.

9. Hotel Sunflower

Hotel Sunflower
3.5 star property
1.1 km from Kataragama Temple
5.0 out of 10, (2 reviews)
"The value for the money is great, a bit remote. We had issues with the payment from hotels.com since they insisted that we had to pay on checkout even though we had prepaid everything. They also claimed that they were not registered on hotels.com A couple of phone calls later everything sorted itself out so no harm."
United States
KAJSA
Hotel Sunflower
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a building in the background.

10. Mandara Rosen

Mandara Rosen
4.0 star property
2.1 km from Kataragama Temple
7.0 out of 10, Good, (24 reviews)
"Highly recommended very friendly"
United Kingdom
Ganesh
The price is AU$180
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Mandara Rosen
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs under a canopy of trees, surrounded by lush greenery and a paved walkway.

11. Mailagama Cinnamon Residence

Mailagama Cinnamon Residence
3.0 star property
3.5 km from Kataragama Temple
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"The owners and staff went out of their way to ensure the stay was as comfortable as possible. Great location with real homely atmosphere. "
United Kingdom
Paul
The price is AU$83
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Mailagama Cinnamon Residence
A large bed with a white and black bedspread, two nightstands with lamps, a wooden chair, and a view of greenery through a sliding glass door.

12. The Den at Yala

The Den at Yala
4.5 star property
4.4 km from Kataragama Temple
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"The stay was amazing. From the moment we walked in we were warmly greeted by the owners of the property who showed exceptional hospitality. The room was really nice and clean with an amazing view of the surroundings. The food was 10/10 with a selection of both local and international options. The owners helped with arranging a jeep for the safari and were ready to help with any other requests. I would highly recommend staying at the property if you’re going for the Yala Jungle Safari. "
American Samoa
Ahmed Yaanis
The price is AU$268
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
The Den at Yala
A hotel with a pool reflecting palm trees and a building with balconies.

13. Kithala Resort

Kithala Resort
4.0 star property
14.5 km from Kataragama Temple
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (43 reviews)
"Staff are very polite and accommodating. They arranged a tour of Yala for me when I arrived. Happy to recommend."
United Kingdom
Scott
The price is AU$112
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Kithala Resort
A resort pool area with fire pits, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

14. Shangri-La Hambantota

Shangri-La Hambantota
5.0 star property
45.2 km from Kataragama Temple
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (147 reviews)
"Excellent place and amazing food . Most importantly the service provided by the staff was top notch "
United States
Ruvin Dilshan Conganige
The price is AU$263
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Shangri-La Hambantota
A wooden deck with a table and chairs, a potted plant, and a view of a building and water.

15. EKHO Safari Tissa

EKHO Safari Tissa
4.0 star property
15.3 km from Kataragama Temple
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (102 reviews)
"Beautiful property and super friendly staff. "
United States
Dario
The price is AU$147
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
EKHO Safari Tissa
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a sofa, a small table, and a ceiling fan.

16. Lavendish Okrin Hotel

Lavendish Okrin Hotel
3.0 star property
2.2 km from Kataragama Temple
7.4 out of 10, Good, (9 reviews)
"The staff were professional but a bit curt. The buffet was delicious. The cleaning people do a nice job but maybe overworked. "
United States
Jane
The price is AU$55
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Lavendish Okrin Hotel
An outdoor dining area with a table set for two, surrounded by chairs, overlooking a body of water.

17. Cinnamon Wild Yala

Cinnamon Wild Yala
4.5 star property
22.5 km from Kataragama Temple
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (239 reviews)
"A wonderful hotel with attentive and helpful staff. Lovely pool, good food from an extensive buffet but the real delight is that it genuinely is wild ... lots of birds and animals around the hotel, so lovely. Only a very short drive from Yala reserve ...."
United States
Robert
Cinnamon Wild Yala
A spacious indoor area with large windows, a pool table, and multiple seating arrangements.

18. Jetwing Yala

Jetwing Yala
5.0 star property
19.3 km from Kataragama Temple
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (192 reviews)
"The hotel was beautiful. The staff was incredible. We loved our time at Yala Jetwing."
United States
Renee
The price is AU$233
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Jetwing Yala
An outdoor covered area with wooden beams and hanging lights, featuring tables and benches.

19. Kele Yala Sri Lanka

Kele Yala Sri Lanka
3.5 star property
4 km from Kataragama Temple
Kele Yala Sri Lanka
Front of property

20. Infinity Nature Resort

Infinity Nature Resort
3.0 star property
3.5 km from Kataragama Temple
The price is AU$73
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Infinity Nature Resort
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Compare popular hotels close to Kataragama Temple

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A room with a wooden floor, a bed with a canopy, a bench, and a bathtub.
Yala Safari Camping
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
38 reviews
View
A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and greenery.
Grand Tamarind Lake
4.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
16 reviews
View
A large, white building with multiple arched windows and a central courtyard with a pool.
Kynrock Hotels & Resorts
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
12 reviews
View
A tented room with a bed, a table with candles, and a view of a forest path.
Mahoora - Yala by Eco Team
3.5 star property
8.0
Very good
13 reviews
View
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a sofa, a small table, and a ceiling fan.
Lavendish Okrin Hotel
3.0 star property
7.4
Good
9 reviews
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Other landmarks near Kataragama Temple

Sacred Bo Tree

6.8/10 (8 reviews)
Sacred Bo Tree is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from central Kataragama, why not stop by during your stay?
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Frequently asked questions

What are the best hotels near Kataragama Temple?
  • Guests love staying at Mahoora - Yala by Eco Team, which is a tentalow near Kataragama Temple.
  • Livinya Holiday Resort is also well reviewed by travellers and is 12 minutes away on foot.
  • You'll find 351 hotels, holiday rentals, and more to choose from within the area.
How much does it cost to stay in a hotel near Kataragama Temple?
On Hotels.com, you can find a variety of room prices depending on when and where you plan to go. Take a look at what's available during your travel dates, sort by price, and filter by your criteria to find the best option within your travel budget.
  • Search for the lowest price per night from AU$21
Can I find hotels close to Kataragama Temple that are fully refundable?
Yes, there are many hotels with refundable room rates, but be sure to check the cancellation deadline. Find refundable rates using the "Fully refundable" filter when you search for hotels.
What are the best romantic hotels near Kataragama Temple?
What are the best hotels close to Kataragama Temple with free breakfast?
  • Enjoy the free breakfast to start your day at Magampura Eco Village Resort, which is a short 10-minute drive from Kataragama Temple.
  • Leopard Safaris Yala is also a recommended place to stay with a free local cuisine breakfast, and it's located a short drive away.
What are the best family hotels close to Kataragama Temple?
What are the best luxury hotels near Kataragama Temple?
  • Treat yourself when you stay at Grand Tamarind Lake, which is a short 4-minute drive from Kataragama Temple and offers an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
  • Another upscale property is Leopard Safaris Yala, which is a short drive away.
What are the best hotels near Kataragama Temple with free parking?
What are the best hotels near Kataragama Temple with a pool?
What are the best things to see and do around my hotel near Kataragama Temple?
  • While you might be here to visit Kataragama Temple, you may also want to explore the area and local attractions like Lunugamvehera National Park.
What are the best pet-friendly hotels close to Kataragama Temple?
  • Bring your four-legged friend to kenuson Yala, which is a short 13-minute drive from Kataragama Temple.
  • Another pet-friendly spot is The Forest.