The Coconut Gardens Hotel & Restaurant

Hotels
9.4 (599 reviews)
471, Court Road, Akurugoda , Tissamaharama , lk

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great staff
Delicious food
Beautiful surroundings
Excellent safari experience
Cons:
Wi-Fi and hot water issues
Construction noise from new lodges

Categories

Cleanliness
9.33
Rooms are clean and hygienic as stated in the reviews.
Service
9.8
The staff is consistently described as attentive and friendly, providing excellent service.
Location
9.34
Convenient access to Yala National Park, enhancing the overall appeal as a safari destination.
Room Quality
9.29
The rooms are noted to be beautiful and functional.
Amenities
9.12
Amenities are satisfactory, although some reviews noted a desire for more comfortable furniture.
Value for Money
9.28
Food is high quality and reasonably priced, along with fair pricing for services.
Food and Beverage
9.33
Food quality was highlighted as being excellent across meals.
Overall Experience
9.7
Overall stay described as wonderful with exceptional staff.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-22 11:44

Property Description

Year-Round Outdoor Pool and BBQ Area - Dive into relaxation with our inviting outdoor pool and enjoy a delightful barbecue experience at The Coconut Gardens Hotel & Restaurant.

Comfortable Accommodation with Scenic Views - Unwind in our air-conditioned rooms, some offering stunning views of the mountains or the lake. Relax in the seating area and rejuvenate after a day of exploration.

Convenient Amenities and Activities - Stay connected with free WiFi, and make use of our 24-hour front desk services. Explore the area with cycling and canoeing, or opt for bike and car hire for further adventures.

Book your stay now at The Coconut Gardens Hotel & Restaurant for a memorable getaway!

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

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

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

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 6 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for US$25 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    People 12 years old and over stay for US$35 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

9.4
Based on 599 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.33
Service: 9.8
Location: 9.34
Room Quality: 9.29
Amenities: 9.12
Value for Money: 9.28
Food and Beverage: 9.33
Overall Experience: 9.7
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Christiane • solo_traveller • de
9
Pros:

Sehr schöne Anlage, abends konnte man Flughunde beobachten. Man bekommt ein leckeres Lunchpaket mit auf die Safari. Essen sehr lecker und Personal sehr freundlich.
Die Baustelle am Pool war per Sichtschutz abgetrennt, hat nur wenig beeinträchtigt.

2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Laura • couple • de
10
Pros:

Herausragend herzliches und nettes Personal! Für den Geburtstag meines Partners wurde extra ein Geburtstagskuchen und Deko organisiert. Leckeres Essen und schön gepflegte Anlage.

Cons:

Im Erdgeschoss einige Ameisen unterwegs, aber das Problem gibt es in SriLanka während der Monsunzeit häufig. Die bereits häufig genannte Baustelle ist noch in Gang, hat uns aber tatsächlich auch nicht wirklich gestört.

2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Muriel • family_with_children • nl
8
Vriendelijke accommodatie met fantastische safari!
Pros:

Fijn locatie met echt fantastisch eten. Het personeel is heel vriendelijk en behulpzaam. Ook kunnen ze een safari naar Yala voor je regelen. Wij hadden een goede chauffeur/ gids en hebben een prachtige safari gedaan! Echt een aanrader! Kamers zijn prima, niet uitgesproken maar wel goed.

Cons:

Tijdens ons verblijf werd er verbouwd. Er worden aan de andere kant van het zwembad appartementen bijgebouwd. Daardoor was er een groot zeil gespannen en was er wel wat geluid vanaf de bouw. Dit wisten we niet. Het geluid was niet heel storend en zeker niet de hele dag aanwezig. Maar tijdens het relaxen aan het zwembad is het wel een beetje jammer. Ons is verteld dat de bouw is afgerond voordat het hoogseizoen in oktober-november weer begint. Misschien goed voor anderen om te weten.

2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Melissa • couple • au
10
Best Hotel
Pros:

Everything was perfect. Not to far from Yala National park staff were all so friendly and helpful especially Dinu. Food from restaurant was Amazing. Rooms were spacious and comfortable. Highly recommend

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Tim • family_with_children • gb
10
A truly beautiful spot to relax and soak up the incredible area surrounding the hotel.
Pros:

The space, the room, the view - all of it.

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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martiene • family_with_children • nl
10
Pros:

Super vriendelijk personeel, Luxe kamer. helemaal nieuw! Lekker zwembad. en eten kon hier ook helemaal prima. WE kregen ' morgens een ontbijt mee. Helemaal top! we hebben echt genoten!!!!! Meestel zeiden wij slaap hard ,maar hier konden we slaap zacht zeggen vanwege de zalige bedden

Cons:

Tegenover onze kamers werden nieuwe appartementen gebouwd. Had je geen hinder van en het wordt prachtig!!!! allen het zicht was dan wat anders.

2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Guillaume • solo_traveller • lu
10
2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Matt • couple • au
10
Beautiful rooms, amazing staff and a great pool for use after a day on Safari.
Pros:

Super friendly staff, amazing hotel with a beautiful pool

Cons:

Nothing at all.

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Veronika • solo_traveller • de
10
2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Vanaja • extended_group • ca
10
2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Tanja • couple • de
8
Perfekt für Zwischenstopp am Yala Nationalpark
Pros:

Schöne große Zimmer, nah gelegen am Yala Nationalpark. Schöner Garten mit Pool. Es werden gerade weitere Häuser gebaut dann könnte es am Pool etwas eng werden. Stört wahrscheinlich nicht da die meisten nur für wenige Tage bleiben. Leckeres Essen und sehr freundliches Personal. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt

2026-04-29 • via Nuitee
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Julie • extended_group • be
7
Pros:

- Goed en lekker ontbijt
- Goed werkende airco en ijskast
- Vriendelijk en behulpzaam personeel
- Zwembad aanwezig (was wel warm water)
- Propere en ruime kamers
- Safari gedaan via hotel, alles was goed geregeld

Cons:

- 2 nachten geslapen en 2 dagen geen warm water gehad. Hadden dit dag 1 gemeld en kregen dag nadien andere kamer. Maar ook bij deze kamer merkte we in de avond dat het water niet warm was. Terug bericht gestuurd maar geen reactie gekregen. Dit was het enige slechte aan dit verblijf.

2026-04-25 • via Nuitee
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A2383cn • couple • gb
9
Great comfortable stay for 2 nights. Staff attentive and friendly. Location for Yala Safari ideal.
Pros:

Returned for 2nd year running so that says something itself. Staff remembered us straight away, and it was because of the staff that we returned. Rooms comfortable, breakfast and evening meal lovely...the special burger was delicious. Staff even helped us celebrate our friends 50th birthday, providing a cake which we shared with them.Pool clean and inviting

Cons:

Nothing to complain about

2026-04-25 • via Nuitee
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Timon • solo_traveller • de
10
2026-04-23 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • my
10
Incredible stay. Thank you, Sihina.
Pros:

We were very fortunate to be looked after by the great Sihina- his service was first-class. Everyone made our stay very comfortable. We hope to return another time.

2026-04-23 • via Nuitee
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Nelli • couple • fi
10
2026-04-21 • via Nuitee
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Jessica • couple • gb
10
Highly recommend!
Pros:

Gorgeous room. Lovely pool. Food was gorgeous! Attentive and friendly staff who were so accommodation and helpful. Booked our safari tour via Coconut Garden which was brilliant. Really enjoyed our time here.

Cons:

I can't think of a single thing that we didn't like!

2026-04-21 • via Nuitee
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Odilia • family_with_children • ch
9
Chouette
Pros:

On a aimé la grande chambre. Et aussi la belle piscine.

Cons:

C'était très propre. Rien à dire.

2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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Negrini • extended_group • ch
9
Tutto davvero magnifico: camere ampie, curate e perfettamente pulite. Anche gli spazi comuni sono ben mantenuti e accogl
Pros:

Tutto davvero magnifico: camere ampie, curate e perfettamente pulite. Anche gli spazi comuni sono ben mantenuti e accoglienti. Il ristorante merita una menzione speciale: propone una cucina locale davvero eccellente, consiglio assolutamente di fermarsi a cena almeno una sera in hotel.

Il safari organizzato dalla struttura è stato un’esperienza splendida, ben gestita e indimenticabile. Ottima anche la colazione, sia in hotel che durante il safari: varia, abbondante e di qualità.

Cons:

Nulla

2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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Helmut • couple • at
9
Pros:

Sehr aufmerksames und freundliche Mitarbeiter

Cons:

Ein zweites Handtuch, wie international üblich, wäre wünschenswert.

2026-04-17 • via Nuitee