Yala Elephant Cottage

Hotels
No. 78 Wewa para , Yoda Kandiya , Tissamaharama , lk

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Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
BBQ facilities
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Tour desk
Ironing service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly, helpful and accommodating staff
Beautiful location with lake views
Quiet, private and cozy cottages
Clean grounds and pool
Good value / affordable
Convenient for safari and near airport
On-site pool, bar and restaurant
Parking available and staff assistance (tuk‑tuk, early breakfast packs)
Cons:
Bathroom issues: drain flies, unpleasant smell and outdated sanitary installations
Power outages causing cold showers
Some insects noted
One report of pushy staff trying to upsell safaris/dinners
Occasional dry food item (chicken kottu)

Categories

Cleanliness
1
Guests repeatedly praise very clean cottages, pool and grounds; minor bathroom issues (drain flies / occasional smell) are mentioned but overall spaces described as tidy.
Service
1
Staff are frequently described as very friendly, helpful and accommodating (assisted with hospital visit, arranged early breakfast packs, quick tuk‑tuk), though one report of overly pushy staff exists.
Location
1
Strong positives: beautiful lake views, quiet setting, strategic for safari and close to the airport; noted as slightly off the main road in one comment but otherwise convenient.
Room Quality
1
Cottages are described as cozy and comfortable, but recurring issues about bathrooms (drain flies, unpleasant odor, cold showers when power went out, and sanitary installations needing updates) significantly lower this score.
Amenities
1
On-site amenities (pool, bar/restaurant, parking) are appreciated, but bathroom/ plumbing problems and insect presence detract from the amenities experience.
Value for Money
1
Multiple comments praise the price/value (affordable, good Preis/Leistung) and would recommend the property for its cost.
Food and Beverage
1
Food generally described as good/very tasty, with one mention of a slightly dry chicken kottu; overall modestly positive.
Overall Experience
1
Overall stays are described as pleasant, relaxing and recommended by many guests due to staff, location and atmosphere, but repeated bathroom/plumbing issues, some outages and an instance of pushy service temper the overall impression.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-03-26 01:27

Property Description

Luxurious Outdoor Amenities
Yala Elephant Cottage, located in Tissamaharama, offers a tranquil escape with its outdoor swimming pool, sun terrace, and garden, perfect for relaxation and unwinding amidst nature.

Culinary Delights
Indulge in a variety of dining options at our hotel, from an à la carte or Full English/Irish breakfast to savory Chinese cuisine at the on-site restaurant. Special dietary requests such as vegetarian and kosher meals can be accommodated with prior notice.

Family-Friendly Activities
With a children's playground on-site and opportunities for bike and car hire, Yala Elephant Cottage ensures a fun-filled stay for families. Explore the nearby Bundala Bird Sanctuary or enjoy fishing in the surrounding area during your visit.

Book your stay at Yala Elephant Cottage now and experience a perfect blend of comfort and adventure!

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:30 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

Cleanliness: 1
Service: 1
Location: 1
Room Quality: 1
Amenities: 1
Value for Money: 1
Food and Beverage: 1
Overall Experience: 1
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Gagandeep • extended_group • in
9
2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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Oleguer • couple • es
10
Pros:

Casita super bonita espaciosa y limpia. Flexiblidad en el check out despues del safari.
Buen sitio para cenar tranquilo y tomar algo en su jardin maravilloso.

2026-03-26 • via Nuitee
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Nigel • family_with_children • au
8
Nice Hotel in Peaceful Location
Pros:

Very peaceful location on the lake edge and very nice room with comfortable bed and AC. The staff were super friendly and helpful.

Cons:

There were not too many restaurants in the area but luckily it was only 10 minutes drive to the main town.

2026-03-25 • via Nuitee
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Maria • couple • it
10
Pros:

Una struttura meravigliosa!!! Nuova, camere pulite, ampie con vista lago.
Il personale molto gentile sempre con il sorriso!
Abbiamo cenato ed il ristorante era favoloso!
Ci hanno messo in un tavolo con vista lago!
Un posto per rilassarsi sicuramente dopo o prima del safari
Consiglio!!

2026-03-24 • via Nuitee
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GUADALUPE • couple • ar
10
Increíble hospedaje para vivir una experiencia relajante y aventurera
Pros:

Nos encantó la atención, el lugar, la limpieza y la comida. Nos sentimos muy bienvenidos y cómodos.
Volveríamos sin lugar a dudas, y recomendaríamos este lugar.

2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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Mridula Heeralal • couple • in
10
2026-03-20 • via Nuitee
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Alsan • couple • mv
8
2026-03-12 • via Nuitee
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Emil • couple • dk
10
Pros:

The sweetest staff who made stay so good. The cottages were so nice and cozy and everything were excellent. Big recommendation!

2026-03-12 • via Nuitee
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McDonald • family_with_children • au
10
Pros:

Beautiful quiet cottages tucked away. The staff looked after us and we had a great time.

2026-03-12 • via Nuitee
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Chaminda • solo_traveller • qa
10
Beautiful property overlooking the lake, staff were very helpful and friendly! Highly recommended!
Pros:

Beautiful property

2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Selin • couple • ch
8
Preis/Leistung sehr gut.
Pros:

Das Personal und der Service.
Das Essen war sehr lecker.

Cons:

Badezimmer roch etwas unangenehm.

2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • couple • it
8
Pros:

Posizione strategica per il safari! Bella vista sul lago

Cons:

Ci sono tanti insetti

2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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Alejandra • couple • es
9
Pros:

Es precioso el concepto estar en mitad de la jungla, además está súper cerca del aeropuerto.

Cons:

Se fue la luz varias veces por la noche y me duché con agua fría

2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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leon • family_with_children • nl
8
2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Inés • couple • fr
10
Tranquilo y cómodo
Pros:

Cómodo y bonito

2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
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Kim Sophie • couple • de
9
Pros:

Die Unterkunft liegt etwas abseits in einer Nebenstraße. Unser kleines Häuschen war sehr sauber. Man hatte alles was man braucht und einen Ausblick auf den See. Da wir Safariparks besucht haben mussten wir sehr früh hoch und es wurde uns an beiden Tagen ein frühstückspaket vorbereitet. Der Pool war sauber. Es gab zwei Liegen zum entspannen. Das Personal war sehr nett und zuvorkommen. Es gibt eingezäunte Parkplätze direkt vor den Häuschen

2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Urs • solo_traveller • ch
8
Sanitäapparaturen konnten den Tollen Aufenthalt nicht ins Negstive bringen
Pros:

Tolle Lage, gutes Essen, zuvorkommendes Personal.

Cons:

Die Sanitär-Installationen brauchen dringend ein Update

2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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Jessica • couple • au
10
Lovely affordable accommodation!
Pros:

Loved the little cottage and the staff were so accommodating and friendly ☺️

2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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Coralie • family_with_children • be
10
Pros:

- Petits bungalows mignons et confortables
- Piscine pour se rafraîchir
- Bar et restaurant à disposition
- Mention spéciale au personnel qui nous a aidé et accompagné à l'hopital avec mon amie qui a fait un malaise! MERCI à toute l'équipe 😊

Cons:

- Le chicken kottu était un peu sec

2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
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Luc • couple • nl
9
2026-02-27 • via Nuitee