Grand Tamarind Lake

Hotels
8 (553 reviews)
Rajamaha Vihara Mawatha , Kataragama , LK

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly, helpful and responsive staff
Beautiful lakeside location and well‑tended gardens
Spacious rooms with balconies and large bathrooms
Good breakfast buffet and tasty food
Convenient for visiting Kataragama temple complex and Yala Safari
Cons:
Housekeeping/cleanliness issues reported (stale odors, dirty mop, pool wall fungus)
Some maintenance problems: wasp infestation, damp patches, small elevator, jacuzzi not usable
Wi‑Fi could be better in at least one report

Categories

Cleanliness
7
Mixed signals: several reviews praise clean rooms and well‑tended gardens, but at least one guest reported strong housekeeping issues (stinky room, dirty mop, dirty pool walls and fungal buildup), so cleanliness is below the overall hotel standard.
Service
8.25
Consistently positive: multiple guests highlight very friendly, helpful and responsive staff (named reception team, good incident handling, complimentary gestures), making service a strong point.
Location
8.5
Very good: lakeside setting, near the temple complex and convenient for Yala National Park excursions; location praised repeatedly.
Room Quality
8.25
Generally high: rooms described as large with balconies and spacious bathrooms and kept clean by several guests, though a few noted odors or minor damp patches in places.
Amenities
7.5
Mixed: attractive pool, gardens and a pleasant atmosphere are noted, but issues include dirty pool walls, a non‑functional jacuzzi heater and small lift capacity, reducing the amenities score.
Value for Money
8
Solid value: guests mention good included breakfast and overall satisfaction with onsite offerings relative to price.
Food and Beverage
8.5
Positive: breakfast buffet and general food quality receive multiple compliments (fresh, tasty, good selection), with only minor comments about coffee/tea and pastry variety.
Overall Experience
8
Overall favorable: most stays described as peaceful, relaxing and worth repeating; minor serviceable issues and maintenance/cleanliness items temper an otherwise strong experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-14 04:13

Property Description

Luxurious Lakefront Accommodation
Experience unparalleled luxury at Grand Tamarind Lake, nestled in Kataragama. Indulge in breathtaking lake views from every room, complemented by top-notch amenities including an outdoor pool and a garden.

Exquisite Dining and Relaxation
Savor delectable meals at the on-site restaurant and unwind at the bar or shared lounge. With a 24-hour front desk and room service, your comfort is our top priority.

Proximity to Nature's Wonders
Explore the nearby Yala National Park and Lunugamvehera National Park for a rendezvous with wildlife. Grand Tamarind Lake offers the perfect blend of opulence and nature's bounty.

Book now for an unforgettable stay at Grand Tamarind Lake!

Important information:

Please note the below:
All children are welcome.
One Child under 5 years stays free of charge when using existing beds.
One older child or adult is charged USD 10 per person per night in an extra bed.
The maximum number of extra beds permitted in a room is 1.
Extra beds are on request upon room reservation.
Meal Supplements for additional child/Adult above 5 years sharing the same room is not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: CMB

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 553 reviews
Cleanliness: 7
Service: 8.25
Location: 8.5
Room Quality: 8.25
Amenities: 7.5
Value for Money: 8
Food and Beverage: 8.5
Overall Experience: 8
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Ruwan • extended_group • au
8
Friendly staff
Pros:

The views

Cons:

Bathrooms not clean

2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
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Kusumapala • couple • lk
7
Value for money type of hotel. Very courteous but not professional staff. Helpful management
Pros:

Location and the facilities for EV charging

Cons:

Management of the rooms.

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Sriskandaraja • solo_traveller • gb
10
Great Stay!!
Pros:

Such a lovely place, conveniently located very close to the temple. I requested a birthday cake as a surprise for my mother, and they absolutely nailed it. A heartfelt thank you to Mrs. Dammika and her wonderful team for making our stay so special and memorable. We truly had the best time, and I will definitely visit again.

Cons:

Nothing to dislike

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Ramith • extended_group • lk
10
2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Shaheen • family_with_children • lk
8
Pros:

Staff, comfortable bed, food

Cons:

There was a cigarette smell in my room the first night..
It was sorted out the next day after I complained

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Harsha • family_with_children • lk
7
2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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harshan • couple • lk
6
2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Sameera • solo_traveller • lk
10
Pros:

Since it is my wife's birthday, my family is currently staying at the 'Grand Tamarind Lake' hotel in Kataragama.

I wanted to surprise her before she entered the room.

Accordingly, I consulted with the hotel's front office staff and planned to arrange a special program for her.

They did an excellent job, and my wife and children were both surprised and delighted to see the preparations.

I extend my heartfelt thanks to Mss, Dhammika, Thushara, Heshan, and Jagoda from the reception department—as well as the entire staff—for their work, which demonstrates a clear understanding of the customers' expectations.

Also, need thanks for the restaurant staff.

Furthermore, it is highly likely that this will serve as an indelible memento for my wife and children.

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Ajith • solo_traveller • au
7
2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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shuyi • couple • cn
10
2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Mallika • extended_group • au
10
2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Thennakoon • extended_group • ca
8
Pros:

Good staff and good food beautiful place

Cons:

There was a Monitor lizard but they removed right away.

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
Ömer • couple • tr
1
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Shylajini • extended_group • be
8
It was very good stay and will book again this place.
Pros:

The location and the space of family suites.

Cons:

Expect to have more cleaning…

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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PRABHU • couple • in
10
Pros:

Overall, our stay was good and we would definitely stay again at this property.location was awesome.

The room was very big, offering plenty of space to relax and unwind. To top it off, the manager was wonderfully hospitable and gave us a free breakfast as a compliment, which was a lovely and appreciated touch that made our morning even better.

Cons:

nothing

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Piyadasa • solo_traveller • au
8
Pros:

Friendly staff, big rooms, good breakfast

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Jonjo • solo_traveller • gb
10
Fantastic stay
Pros:

A really fantastic hotel in a great location, close to both Kataragama and Yala. The rooms are spacious and clean with private balconies. The staff are very accommodating. This is a great place to stay.

Cons:

Nothing bad to report

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Ranjith • extended_group • au
8
Close to Kataragama holy city
Pros:

Spacious rooms, helpful staff, good food

Cons:

None

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Shahana • extended_group • gb
8
Perfect get away stay and close to Yala National Park.
Pros:

The location was close to Yala National Park and it was convenient for the driver to pick us up. The hotel was very big and we had the pool to ourselves and the view from our room was 10/10. The staff were very friendly.

Cons:

The sheets were a little dirty.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Nalin I A • family_with_children • lk
10
Pros:

We were very happy with our stay and the staff and Manager (Ms. Dammika) were very accommodating. We travel with 3 kids so it can get a bit hectic, but we had a very relaxing stay thanks to hospitality of the staff.

Cons:

Nothing! Wish we could stay longer!

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee