Kataragama Homestay

Hotels
8.8 (78 reviews)
Galahitiya road , Kataragama , lk

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Tour desk
Car hire
Massage services
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Hospitality
Nice location
Cons:
Humid rooms
Inconsistent service

Categories

Cleanliness
8.48
Some reviews reported issues with humidity and bugs, affecting overall cleanliness.
Service
9.25
The staff is described as hospitable and helpful, with personal attention to guests.
Location
9.09
Located beautifully in the jungle, close to local attractions.
Room Quality
8.74
Rooms are generally clean and well-equipped, though some had issues with heat.
Amenities
8.97
Good range of amenities including AC, mini fridge, and hammocks, enhancing the stay.
Value for Money
8.53
Some guests felt the pricing did not always reflect the service quality.
Food and Beverage
8.28
Breakfast was included but not consistently served, impacting satisfaction.
Overall Experience
9.05
Many guests enjoyed their stay, with highlight onwarm hospitality despite some concerns.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-22 10:42

Property Description

Garden Views and Free Bikes
Experience tranquility at Kataragama Homestay with a terrace offering stunning garden views and complimentary bikes to explore the surroundings effortlessly.

Convenient Amenities
Enjoy the convenience of an in-house restaurant, free private parking, and complimentary WiFi. Benefit from a 24-hour front desk, shared kitchen, and currency exchange services for a hassle-free stay.

Comfort and Security
Relax in the air-conditioned unit with a bidet, dressing room, and a private entrance ensuring privacy. Rest assured with full-day security measures in place for your peace of mind.

Book your stay at Kataragama Homestay now to indulge in a serene getaway with top-notch amenities and personalized services.

Important information:

Managed by a private host

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 78 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.48
Service: 9.25
Location: 9.09
Room Quality: 8.74
Amenities: 8.97
Value for Money: 8.53
Food and Beverage: 8.28
Overall Experience: 9.05
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Gabriela solo_traveller ch
9
Tolle lokale Unterkunft für super Preis
Pros:

Tolles modernes Zimmer und sehr freundliche und hilfsbereite Gastfamilie!

2026-05-09 via Nuitee
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Elise couple fr
10
Exceptionnel
Pros:

Nous sommes pleinement satisfaits de notre séjour à Katagarama Homestay.
Nous avons été très bien accueilli par les hôtes, attentifs et attentionnés, dans leur havre de paix niché dans une nature verdoyante.
Le logement est conforme aux photos, aménagé avec goût, d’une propreté impeccable et le petit coin terrasse est très agréable. Le lit est grand et très confortable.
Les hôtes nous ont organisé un safari à Yala National Park, tout était parfait, et ils se sont également chargé de nous trouver un chauffeur pour notre étape suivante ce qui était très appréciable !
Le petit déjeuner était délicieux, nous nous sommes régalés.
Un sans faute, je reviendrais avec grand plaisir si je dois à nouveau séjourner dans la région.

2026-05-09 via Nuitee
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Trenouth solo_traveller gb
10
Beautiful Homestay
Pros:

Very clean and beautiful location. Owners are so friendly and helpful

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-07 via Nuitee
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Maximilian Cornelius solo_traveller de
10
Pros:

Very friendly hosts

2026-05-04 via Nuitee
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Fernanda solo_traveller de
9
Pros:

I had a wonderful stay here! The location is peaceful and features a beautiful garden. The rooms are very nice and clean. While the property isn't located right in the village center, it is perfectly situated—just a short walk away, or a quick ride using the bicycles you can conveniently borrow right on site.

I also recommend booking a safari directly through the homestay. I did this and had a great experience; the guide was friendly, experienced, and made the whole trip memorable.

Cons:

Nothing! Everything was great and I had a perfectly lovely stay.

2026-04-30 via Nuitee
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Grace solo_traveller it
10
Pros:

Amazing homestay, lovely ladies who run it. They organised a safari trip for me too at a good price. The room is spacious and clean, comfortable bed and mosquito nets to stop you getting bitten
I loved it here, will stay again if I return to Kataragama

2026-04-27 via Nuitee
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Lucy couple gb
10
Comfortable and elegant Homestay
Pros:

We loved our stay here and were sad to leave! The two guest rooms have been recently renovated so they were very clean and elegantly designed inside and out. Nice furniture and good air conditioning. The surrounding gardens were beautiful, full of fruit trees attracting a range of birds. We even had a monitor lizard stroll past us on the terrace! Our hosts were warm and friendly hosts and the Homestay was only a short walk or cycle from the town centre and sacred precinct. All in all an excellent experience and superb value for money.

2026-04-24 via Nuitee
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Anna solo_traveller pt
10
2026-04-24 via Nuitee
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Isabell couple de
10
Toller Aufenthalt, super nette Familie einfach alles toll!
Pros:

Sehr modern, sauber, Klimaanlage und Ventilator, tolle Veranda
Sehr nette Familie, die das Homestay betreut, von dem Kontakt über Nachrichten bei Booking, der guten Organisation und dem netten Mann, der für uns die Safari gemacht hat
Die Fahrräder, die man ausleihen kann sind super

2026-04-19 via Nuitee
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Andreas solo_traveller gb
10
Excellent place,totally recommended
Pros:

Beautiful space to unwind, modern and blends with the background nicely. The room was spacious, clean and comfortable, highly recommended.

Cons:

Lots of insects, but there's nothing you can do about that! The bed comes with a net so you're safe while sleeping!

2026-04-14 via Nuitee
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F. couple ch
10
Pros:

It was perfect! Really clean and nice room and a very kind host. Thank you

2026-04-07 via Nuitee
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Carmen couple es
10
Paz y tranquilidad
Pros:

Habitación súper grande y muy cómoda. Baño fantástico, de los mejores de Sri Lanka. La familia es encantadora, nos recibió con un té. Lugar muuuuuy tranquilo y acogedor entre tanto caos Sri lankes. Sin duda alguna, un acierto!

2026-04-07 via Nuitee
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Shang couple ie
10
Very friendly host and clean comfy room
Pros:

This place is operated by a family. the host is very friendly, speaks good English and accommodated our requests.
The room is more spacious than it appears in picture. The room has a mosquito net and a vaporizer.
The price they charge is reasonable.
If you plan to enter yala national park using the back gate, I recommend staying at this homestay.

Cons:

The bathroom window lets in bugs but this is the same design everywhere in Sri Lanka.

2026-04-05 via Nuitee
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Harry couple gb
10
Great base to explore Yala and Kataragama
Pros:

Lovely and new building. 1 of 2 units. We really enjoyed our stay here. The room is a good size, and perfectly clean. The AC is effective, and the shower room is good. Outside, there is a hammock and chairs to relax.

The family are able to manage organising a safari in Yala. We also decided to stay beyond our safari and exploring Kataragama is absolutely worth spending an extra day for. The family provide bikes which make exploring the town easy as it is not far by bike (5 mins)

Cons:

Cannot fault it.

2026-04-02 via Nuitee
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Laura solo_traveller ca
10
Great place to stay
Pros:

Really nice room and comfy bed with a/c

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-02 via Nuitee
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Johannes couple de
9
2026-04-01 via Nuitee
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Charlotte couple ch
9
9/10. sehr zu empfehlen und wir würden wieder hier buchen
Pros:

Sehr nettes Personal und schönes Zimmer mit Veranda. Ruhig gelegen und preislich unschlagbar gut. Top!

Cons:

Nichts

2026-03-26 via Nuitee
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anke couple de
10
Pros:

Super schöne nagelneue Unterkunft mit Familienanschluss. Jeder Wunsch wird von den Augen abgelesen. Es gibt super gute Räder mit denen man sich sehr gut in die Stadt bewegen kann. auf jeden Fall sehr sehr empfehlenswert

2026-03-19 via Nuitee
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Maria Luís couple pt
10
Alojamento lindo e limpo no meio da natureza .
Pros:

De tudo! Da simpatia do staff, da limpeza, da decoração… de absolutamente tudo. Lugar lindo e com certeza voltarei e recomendarei.

Cons:

Zero críticas.

2026-03-18 via Nuitee
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Ugo couple it
10
2026-03-15 via Nuitee