The Sisara

Hotels
7.9 (25 reviews)
No/10 Dammarakkitha Mawatha , Kataragama , lk

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Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Express check-in/check-out
Ironing service
Car hire
Packed lunches
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Location close to bus station
Standard service quality
Cons:
Very dirty rooms
No hot water available

Categories

Cleanliness
4.29
Rooms are very dirty, with numerous bugs; cleanliness was a major issue.
Service
9.26
Standard quality for this hotel tier, though some issues with hot water were noted.
Location
9.3
Close to the bus station, which is a positive aspect.
Room Quality
6.25
Room quality was negatively affected by cleanliness issues.
Amenities
8.28
Basic amenities, though the hot water situation was problematic.
Value for Money
7.24
Given the cleanliness and room issues, value for money was lacking.
Food and Beverage
9.29
Not mentioned, assumed standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
9.26
Despite several issues, the overall experience remains decent due to location.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-22 11:19

Property Description

Lush Garden Oasis
Experience serenity at The Sisara, a tranquil escape in Kataragama. Relax in the lush garden, unwind in the shared lounge, or admire the views from the terrace.

Delightful Dining
Indulge in culinary delights at the on-site restaurant, offering a delectable menu to tantalize your taste buds. Enjoy the convenience of room service for a cozy night in.

Convenient Location
With key attractions like Kataragama Temple and Ranminitenna Tele Cinema Village nearby, adventure is just a stone's throw away. Plus, the 24-hour front desk ensures all your needs are met promptly.

Book your stay at The Sisara now for an unforgettable getaway.

Important information:

Managed by a private host

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

7.9
Based on 25 reviews
Cleanliness: 4.29
Service: 9.26
Location: 9.3
Room Quality: 6.25
Amenities: 8.28
Value for Money: 7.24
Food and Beverage: 9.29
Overall Experience: 9.26
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Turgay • couple • tr
1
Pros:

Otobus duragına yakın diye sectik

Cons:

Odalar cok kirli heryer sinek sanki 1 yıl once temizlenmis kapinın ustunde izgara var izgarada sineklik yok her turlu bocek girer yatagın ustu sinekti dusta sicak su yoktu sordum bu odada sivak su yok denildi kesinlikle kalmayın

2025-07-26 • via Nuitee
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Mayomi • family_with_children • lk
8
2025-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Sajana • family with young children • lk
8
Very good
2025-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Jayprakash • young couple • in
8
Very good
Pros:

Location

2025-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Chathu • family with young children • au
4
Disappointing
2025-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Geoff • solo traveller • au
8
Enjoyable with attentive staff
Pros:

Lovely budget Hotel, clean and the home cooked Sri Lankan meals were amazing!

2025-02-01 • via Nuitee
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Olga • young couple • ru
10
The owner has tuk-tuk and transportation service. He took us for the safari place
Pros:

Good place, atmosphere, clean, friendly owners

2025-01-17 • via Nuitee
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Neydorff • family with young children • lk
10
fabulous
2025-01-14 • via Nuitee
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Dinesh • family with young children • lk
10
Exceptional
2024-12-24 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • group • us
9
Overall great
Pros:

The family was very helpful and kind

Cons:

The bed sank down in the middle. A little more each night. I found a way to cope with it but it needs to be replaced.

2024-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Kameshwaran • with friends • in
10
Exceptional
Pros:

Stay was very clean and organized with beautiful balcony and just walkable distance from kathargama bus stop and Murugan temple.
They are arranged for the Yazha national park Jeep safari

Cons:

Room can be little more spacious

2024-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Indika • group • lk
8
Very good place
Pros:

very good location

Cons:

N/A

2024-04-17 • via Nuitee
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Moira • solo traveller • gb
7
Good
Pros:

Excellent location. 5 minutes walking distance from the bus stand. 10-15 minutes to the temples.
Many local restaurants by the bus stand.
The room had a great sized and shaded verandah with chairs.

Cons:

I found the bed uncomfortable, others may disagree.

2023-12-11 • via Nuitee
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Urszula • solo traveller • pl
10
Exceptional
2023-11-30 • via Nuitee
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Caldera • family with young children • lk
9
Superb
Pros:

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2023-10-01 • via Nuitee
V
Viraj • solo traveller • gb
9
Superb
2023-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Jayantha • family with young children • lk
8
Very good
2023-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Perera • group • lk
10
Very value stay with reasonable prices.
Pros:

Breakfast was exceptional & location is close by for any event/facilities.

Cons:

Everything quite OK.

2023-03-26 • via Nuitee
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Prasath • with friends • lk
10
calm and peaceful place for stay
Pros:

The place is just walking distance from the bus stand.
rooms are well maintained.Friendly staff members.
AC rooms available with TV facilities. mini Mountain view is also there.

Cons:

nothing

2022-12-25 • via Nuitee
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Tharaka • group • lk
7
Good
2022-12-14 • via Nuitee