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Kataragama Homestay

Galahitiya road, 91400 Kataragama, Sri Lanka – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.1/10! <small>(score from <b>16</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
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Kataragama Homestay

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Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated superb
Superb
16 reviews

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Boasting a terrace with garden views, free bikes and a garden, Kataragama Homestay can be found in Kataragama, close to Kataragama Temple and 18 km from Situlpawwa. There is an in-house restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, a shared kitchen and currency exchange for guests. The air-conditioned unit at the property features a bidet and a dressing room. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and is protected by full-day security. Guests at the homestay can enjoy an Asian breakfast, and breakfast in the room is also available. There is a coffee shop, and packed lunches are also available. Sightseeing tours are available close to the property. A car rental service is available at Kataragama Homestay, while cycling can be enjoyed nearby. Tissa Wewa is 19 km from the accommodation, while Bundala Bird Sanctuary is 44 km from the property. The nearest airport is Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport, 33 km from Kataragama Homestay.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Asian, Breakfast to go

Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
9.8
Location
9.1
High score for Kataragama
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Tom
    Germany Germany
    “Very nice family! They talked with us and recommended a great local place to eat. Rooms were beautiful and very clean. Great value for money. Definitely recommend this!”
  • Dominic
    Italy Italy
    “- good stay in Katharagama, basically a family home with a nice garden -the room is air-insulated from outside, which is quite rare among hotels in SL. No need to run the AC continuously as it keeps cool all night -lovely breakfast in the garden...”
  • Julia
    Poland Poland
    “Amazing place and amazing lady who is in charged of it. Thank you for your hospitality. We felt like home. Also she recommended us a Yala guide who was AMAZING!”

Hosted by Upul

9.7
9.7
Host review score
Host review score
Upul
My property shows one acre . I have only two room which is double and beautiful. I live with my parents next to home stay. and people who come to my place can be have food which my mum cooked. there is a jungle behind my place and guys who like to do adventure walking tour can be done. but it depends on the weather and time. there two lakes near us and can be cycling around lake and see some peacock and lots of birds and some times crocodile and in the evening elephant but it's rare. and I'm living at kataragama which is a pilgrimage town sacred to Buddhist, Hindu and indigenous Vedda people of Sri Lanka. People from South India also go there to worship. The town has the Ruhunu Maha Kataragama devalaya, a shrine dedicated to Skanda-Murukan also known as Kataragamadevio. Kataragama is in the Monaragala District of Uva province, Sri Lanka. It is 228 km ESE of Colombo, the capital of Sri Lanka. Although Kataragama was a small village in medieval times, today it is a fast-developing township surrounded by jungle in the southeastern region of Sri Lanka. It houses the ancient Kiri Vehera Buddhist stupa.
my name is Upul Vidanagama, and I'm 43 years old and have studied hotel management. And I organize safaris and round tour around sri lanka and even bicycle tour around my village area. And I can guide you about my city and the history and shows you special places. and I have two brothers and two sisters. one of my brother living in Switzerland and working there. he organize round tours to Sri lanka and he guides there as well.
Kataragama is a pilgrimage town sacred to Buddhist, Hindu and indigenous Vedda people of Sri Lanka. People from South India also go there to worship. The town has the Ruhunu Maha Kataragama devalaya, a shrine dedicated to Skanda-Murukan also known as Kataragamadevio. Kataragama is in the Monaragala District of Uva province, Sri Lanka. It is 228 km ESE of Colombo, the capital of Sri Lanka. Although Kataragama was a small village in medieval times, today it is a fast-developing township surrounded by jungle in the southeastern region of Sri Lanka. It houses the ancient Kiri Vehera Buddhist stupa. The town has a venerable history dating back to the last centuries BCE. It was the seat of government of many Sinhalese kings during the days of Rohana kingdom. Since the 1950s the city has undergone many improvements with successive governments investing in public transportation, medical facilities, and business development and hotel services. It adjoins the popular Yala National Park.
Languages spoken: German,English

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      Local

Facilities of Kataragama Homestay
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Dressing room
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Washing machine
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Cooking class
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Entertainment staff
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
    Additional charge
  • Billiards
    Additional charge
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Breakfast in the room
Internet
Good free WiFi 27 Mbps. Suitable for streaming HD content and making video calls. Speed test carried out by the host.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Tour desk
    • Currency exchange
    • 24-hour front desk
    Cleaning services
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Business facilities
    • Fax/photocopying
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • 24-hour security
    • Safety deposit box
    General
    • Air conditioning
      Additional charge
    • Mosquito net
    • Private entrance
    • Car hire
    • Packed lunches
    • Fan
    • Barber/beauty shop
    • Pants press
    • Airport shuttle
    • Room service
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Wellness
    • Full body massage
    • Spa facilities
    • Sun umbrellas
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    Languages spoken
    • German
    • English

    Property practice

    This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules
    Kataragama Homestay takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 15:00 to 20:00
    Check-out
    From 08:30 to 11:30
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Cash only
    This property only accepts cash payments.
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about Kataragama Homestay

    • Kataragama Homestay offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Massage
      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Billiards
      • Fishing
      • Full body massage
      • Bike tours
      • Bicycle rental
      • Walking tours
      • Entertainment staff
      • Cooking class
      • Spa facilities

    • Kataragama Homestay has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant #1

    • The prices at Kataragama Homestay may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Kataragama Homestay is 0.7 miles from the centre of Kataragama. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Kataragama Homestay is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:30.