Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean rooms
Friendly service
Great safari experience
Cons:
Limited breakfast options
WiFi connection issues

Categories

Cleanliness
8.63
Multiple reviews mention clean rooms.
Service
9.1
Guests consistently praise the friendliness and helpfulness of the hosts.
Location
8.64
Convenient location for safari access as mentioned in reviews.
Room Quality
8.59
Guests describe rooms as spacious and comfortable.
Amenities
8.62
Basic but adequate amenities, with some positive remarks on AC.
Value for Money
8.78
Good value highlighted, particularly for safari and breakfast.
Food and Beverage
8.63
Breakfast is frequently mentioned as excellent.
Overall Experience
8.6
Positive reviews about the overall stay and experiences.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-22 11:01

Property Description

Tranquil Oasis Amidst Nature

Pet-Friendly Paradise: Embrace a stay at Shine Park, where your furry friends are welcome to enjoy the lush surroundings with you.

Comfort and Convenience: Unwind in rooms equipped with modern amenities like air conditioning, private bathrooms, and a balcony to soak in the serene views.

Exploration Awaits: Venture out and discover the beauty of Tissamaharama by renting a car or bicycle, creating unforgettable memories during your stay.

Experience a harmonious blend of comfort and nature at Shine Park. Book now to secure your peaceful getaway.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for US$10 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for US$10 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 662 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.63
Service: 9.1
Location: 8.64
Room Quality: 8.59
Amenities: 8.62
Value for Money: 8.78
Food and Beverage: 8.63
Overall Experience: 8.6
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myriam • couple • it
10
Consigliata!:)
Pros:

La casa è molto bella, accogliente e tranquilla!
La camera è grande e pulita!
La famiglia è accogliente e disponibile e la colazione è buona e abbondante!
Noi ci siamo stati solo di passaggio una notte dopo il safari a Yala, molto consigliato!!

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Jon • couple • es
8
2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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François PIETRI • solo_traveller • fr
9
Pros:

Jolie chambre avec un porche
Une halte d'un soir pour profiter du safari le lendemain, le petit déjeuner s' est transformé en lunch box

Petit restaurant à proximité

Possibilité de prendre une douche au retour si besoin

Cons:

Il y a eu ses travaux et les photos du jardin doivent être refaites.

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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IKER • solo_traveller • lk
10
Pros:

Muy buen safari. Hemos visto leopardos y elefantes. Atencion con los huespedes muy bueno.

2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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Martine • couple • nl
4
Bad, unfriendly, don’t go
Pros:

Safari from Homestay man was ok

Cons:

Homestay people unfriendly, only want your money.
Poor breakfast. Even payment for Homestay she wanted more. Women Homestay is the boss and look after the money. When you arrive you think it’s nice, but they want you to book a safari with them for expensive price, that’s their income. We stayed in many homestays in different countries, but this was the worst. When we left, they asked for good review. That’s why their score is high and not reality!
Also WiFi very bad.
Airco not working ok.

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Sumedha • solo_traveller • lk
10
2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Kenan • solo_traveller • si
10
Pros:

Nice and comfy room, the hosts really friendly and polite, great hospitality!

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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sandamal priyankara • solo_traveller • lk
10
2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Anna • couple • sk
9
Pros:

Pomer cena a kvalita ubytovania určite vyniká, izba bola pekná, cista, vybavená, možno chyba chladnička

Cons:

Trochu chladnejšie privítanie, možno preto , že sme si nerezervovali cez nich safari,
Raňajky veľmi skromne

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
C
Carine • couple • fr
9
Pros:

Chambre propre et spacieuse. Ça ressemble plus à un hôtel qu'une guesthouse et une relation plus client qu'à l'habitude. Mais très sympa. De weerawila junction (100 rps) ou tissa (40 rps), prendre un bus pour kataragama et s'arrêter à 150m de l'hôtel. Facile et bon marché comparé au tuk tuk.

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Sumedha • solo_traveller • lk
10
2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Rangana • solo_traveller • lk
9
2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Nantini • solo_traveller • my
10
Pros:

All good ..

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Damitha • extended_group • lk
10
Pros:

Ok

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Natashah • couple • my
9
2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Abdul • solo_traveller • lk
1
Cons:

I stayed here for two nights. The room was clean, which I appreciated. However, the balcony room I booked did not have a private balcony as advertised, only access to a corridor.

Unfortunately, my experience with the owner was disappointing. Communication was poor, especially when I arrived late at night, and I found his behavior rude and unwelcoming. On the second night, he disturbed me around 11 PM and spoke aggressively, even though I had already paid for my stay. I also felt that my privacy was not respected.

The property is quiet, but guests should be aware of strict rules regarding being outside or making phone calls after 11 PM. The breakfast was very basic, consisting of a banana, two slices of bread, butter, and jam.

Overall, while the room was clean, I would not recommend this property due to the owner's attitude and the overall guest experience.

2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Ida • couple • no
9
Pros:

Vi bodde her en natt for å dra på safari i Yala nasjonalpark. Rommene var rene, de hadde velfungerende aircondition og personalet var veldig hyggelige. Anbefaler å booke safari med de som leier ut rommet, vi hadde en så fin opplevelse!

2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Jakub • solo_traveller • pl
10
Pros:

Nice clean room. Although I did not take safari tour with the host they were kind enough to agree for late checkout and breakfast after I arrived from other company tour at noon.

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Aleksandra • solo_traveller • pl
10
Pros:

We loved everything! The room was specious, clean and comfortable with AC. The biggest advantage of this place was safari organised by the host Janeka, who took us 2 times to Yala NP. Our experience was out of this world! We saw 6 leopards and 2 encounters were very special because we spent such a long time with it without a single car around us. He is an amazing guide, very respectful for the wild life and we felt extremely safe even driving on crazy roads. We will never forget those days. The included breakfast was excellent made takeaway for safari. The whole family was helpful and welcoming. There is also a lovely restaurant right in front of the homestay. If you want a beautiful place to stay with unforgettable safari experience this is for you!
We will be back. Thank you Yaneka and family!!

Cons:

Everything was just perfect

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Nick • couple • de
8
2026-05-10 • via Nuitee