Chaarya Resort & Spa - Yala

Hotels
8.4 (248 reviews)
Kataragama Road , Tissamaharama , lk

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
BBQ facilities
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent staff
Beautiful resort
Cons:
Issues with room servicing
Lost items in laundry service

Categories

Cleanliness
7.15
The hotel had issues with servicing rooms as mentioned in a negative review.
Service
9.15
Many reviews highlighted the staff as attentive, helpful, and kind.
Location
8.65
The resort's location is praised, especially for visitors to Yala National Park.
Room Quality
8.65
Guests mentioned the rooms were comfortable and luxurious.
Amenities
8.65
Facilities like the pool and spa were well-maintained and enjoyed.
Value for Money
8.15
Overall good experience with a fair amount of variety in food.
Food and Beverage
8.15
Food was good with a fair variety, but could have been higher rated.
Overall Experience
8.65
Guests expressed a memorable and enjoyable stay overall.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-22 10:48

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation

Chaarya Resort & Spa offers elegantly furnished, air-conditioned rooms with modern amenities and comfortable seating areas on private verandas. Guests can unwind in style and enjoy a relaxing stay in the heart of Tissamaharama.

Relaxation and Recreation

The resort boasts a spacious outdoor pool, perfect for a leisurely swim or lounging by the pool bar with a refreshing drink. For ultimate relaxation, guests can indulge in the hot spring bath after a day of exploring nearby attractions like Yala National Park.

Exceptional Dining Experience

Indulge in a culinary journey at the in-house restaurant, serving a variety of authentic Sri Lankan, Asian, and Western dishes. With 24-hour room service available, guests can enjoy delicious meals at their convenience, making their stay at Chaarya Resort & Spa truly unforgettable.

Book your stay now at Chaarya Resort & Spa for a luxurious getaway amidst nature and unparalleled hospitality.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: CMB

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children from 5 years old to 11 years old 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

8.4
Based on 248 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.15
Service: 9.15
Location: 8.65
Room Quality: 8.65
Amenities: 8.65
Value for Money: 8.15
Food and Beverage: 8.15
Overall Experience: 8.65
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taniamorel1994 Friends getaway Mahe Island
10
Luxury Hotel in Sri Lanka!
Pros:

By far the best hotel i stayed at in Sri Lanka. Its got all necessary facilities, the rooms are spacious and super comfortable, the landscape is amazing and it's got such a relaxing feel. The buffet for dinner and breakfast is a dream! Thank you to the exceptional staff members!

2026-05-12 via Tripadvisor
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S7802OTmichellei Couples
10
The best hotel
Pros:

This was our one night stop during our honeymoon trip. We met an amazing staff, expecially Ravidu Who took care of us during the stay and even made us a surprise for the dinner.

2026-05-05 via Tripadvisor
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Climber48646297976 Family
10
Excellent Service and Courteous Staff
Pros:

Excellent stay and ambience.
The staff very helpful and courteous.
I must say Restsurant Manager Mr. DHAMIKA was very helpful and guided us well. Ensured we were served well above all he made us feel at home. Your staff is really great and appreciate the great service.

Robert Machado
Mumbai, India

2026-05-05 via Tripadvisor
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Go40704847387 Family
10
Great!!
Pros:

Very comfortable and good stay
Well maintained pool
Lavish buffet, the dinner and lunch was the best from the 4 hotels we stayed at.
Overall if you dont stay at Chaarya lake resort ...you are missing out!!!

2026-05-05 via Tripadvisor
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vageswarit2026 Friends getaway
10
Beautiful hotel, staff very good
Pros:

Nice food and accommodation, chef normen is very hospitality and gave good food

2026-05-05 via Tripadvisor
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G1250BAleet Couples Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England
10
Great Hotel and Staff
Pros:

Great Staff, food, spa and room quality.

Norman the Manger speaks perfect English and went the extra mile to ensure our stay was perfect.

He organised the Safari and transport to our next destination.

Would highly recommend!

2026-05-02 via Tripadvisor
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taniabT5739QY Friends getaway
10
Large rooms, good location, friendly staff. A must stay
Pros:

Good location and not too far to Yala
Rooms are clean, comfy beds, huge bathroom and lots of toiletries.
Staff are very friendly, helpful and generally seem happy to work here.
Bar and pool area a great place to relax and enjoy.
Food options at buffets are diverse and good quality. Dessert bar is huge.
Would definitely stay again

2026-04-23 via Tripadvisor
2
276isharaw Family
8
Excellent place to spend with ur family
Pros:

There was a very good spread of food. Thank you for letting us play at the pool table until 12 midnight . We really appreciate your service. We'll surely come next year as well

2026-04-18 via Tripadvisor
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faderi2026 Family
10
Great would come again
Pros:

We had a very good experience.The room were very spacious and the food selection was top notch

2026-04-18 via Tripadvisor
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lankeshw2026 Family
2
Excellent
Pros:

Very nice experience we had . Would recommend

2026-04-18 via Tripadvisor
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Travel03105608712 Friends getaway Queensland
10
Best massages we have ever had
Pros:

We stayed for only one night but we wanted to write a review about the 3 massuses who work there. 3 of us all had massages all at the same time from Ayeshi, Kasun and I’m sorry I can remember the other name. All 3 of us have said it is the best massages we have ever had. Highly recommend taking time out for yourself and visiting these 3 exceptional staff members

2026-04-17 via Tripadvisor
4
480shakirm Family
10
First class service
Pros:

Dhammika and Mr Norman are wonderful people at the hotel. Their service was excellent. Great hospitality. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to anyone.

2026-04-16 via Tripadvisor
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MiddleAgedFromMids Couples Walsall, West Midlands, England
8
Nice Modern Hotel
Pros:

Stayed as part of island tour, only one night , all very pleasant, close to national park.

2026-04-13 via Tripadvisor
6
620archieh Family
10
Ravidu is the best!
Pros:

A truly special hotel with the kindest staff. One especially sweet waiter called Ravidu taught me and my group some Sri Lanka phrases. The hotel has a brilliant atmosphere with a lovely pool and restaurant; with it being in close proximity to the Yala national park, allowing for easy access to safaris and wildlife hunts. If you are in Yala, Chaarya resort is a must stay!

2026-04-12 via Tripadvisor
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ianmL3671PB Couples
10
A little oasis
Pros:

We stayed for two nights as part of a tour. Very nice hotel and grounds. Food is good and service is excellent. We arrived on evening, spent the morning in the hotel by the pool and were the only users (hotel provided towels). Outside bar open until midnight and AC in the room was v necessary and brilliant. Food included local and European dishes and we all good as we ate both. Been to a few places in SL and around the world and would return. A little spot of paradise and ideally located close to Yala National Park

2026-03-26 via Tripadvisor
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LightPacker792819 Couples
10
Huge resort
Pros:

Beautiful resort, lovely rooms, close to Yala Safari park

2026-03-19 via Tripadvisor
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janepA1389UF Friends getaway
10
Friendly & welcoming
Pros:

Wonderful location & accommodation. Friendly helpful staff , special Thankyou to Ravidu.
Swimming pool was refreshing and environment relaxing

2026-03-16 via Tripadvisor
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Z3329MRcarold Couples Wakefield, West Yorkshire, England
10
Lovely experience
Pros:

Really nice hotel, lovely staff and comfortable stay.

2026-03-11 via Tripadvisor
2
233sanjuh Couples
10
Excellent Service
Pros:

I chose this hotel to celebrate my wife's birthday, and it turned out to be one of the best decisions i made. From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed so warmly and treated with such elegance. The team had thoughtfully arranged everything so beautifully and made the evening feel incredibly special even without us requesting anything in advance.

It truly became the most memorable birthday evening. The food was absolutely amazing, and the service was outstanding. A special mention to the Food and Beverages Manager Mr. Dhammika, who was exceptionally kind and attentive. He is truly a gem to the hotel.

Thank you to the entire team for creating such a wonderful experience for us. We will definitely cherish this beautiful memory.” ✨

2026-03-08 via Tripadvisor
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karinlL3583OE Couples
10
Wonderfull hotel and extremely kind.
Pros:

We had a nice stay. Sadly for us just one night because we had a tour trip and needed to travel along. But we deffinatly could stay here for a longer time. The food was very good and the hospitallity of our host Ravidu was great.

2026-03-07 via Tripadvisor