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Situated in Tissamaharama, Richards Cabanas is located amidst calming greenery and peaceful natural surroundings. It features an outdoor swimming pool and provides complimentary parking and free WiFi. Yala and Bundala National Parks are less than than 20 km away. Kataragama Temples is 18 km. Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport 19 kms.Bundala National Park is 35 km away. Fitted with a terrace offering garden views, rooms offer air conditioning, cable TV and an en suite bathroom with shower facilities and toiletries. Select rooms offer river views. Guests can arrange activities such as camping and bird watching trips, or lake tours. Transport and barbecue rental services are available, along with airport shuttle and laundry services.

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

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

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

Continental, Vegetarian, Asian, Breakfast to go

Free private parking available on-site

Activities:

Fishing

Darts

Canoeing


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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
and
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
8.3
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Tanja
    Slovenia Slovenia
    We liked the pool and the surroundings. Very nice and friendly people. Breakfast delicious.
  • Y
    Yanthe
    Netherlands Netherlands
    We liked the stay a lot. Very beautiful place and nice service. Would recommend! Bags could stay there till we cake back from safari which was very nice. Breakfast was very nice and they brought it at 4;40 in the morning!
  • Bruce
    Canada Canada
    Very happy and friendly hosts. Service was excellent from the moment we arrived , meal offerings were freshly prepared and full of delicious flavours, arranging safari excursion seamlessly, safari driver arranged through property host was...
  • Esmee
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Stayed here for one night only in September 2024, but had a really nice stay. Spend some time at the pool in the afternoon and had a lovely Sri Lankan curry. They arranged a halfday morning safari for us, which was perfect! We saw many animals,...
  • Seamus
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Staff were very friendly. They helped organise my safari which was great
  • Anna
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    One of our favorite hotels in Sri Lanka, we loved our staying.The room, the pool, the surroundings were just perfect.The place has such a good vibe. Lovely staff, and we had fantastic dinner and lunch the next day. They organised the safari for us...
  • Ruby
    Australia Australia
    Comfortable room, beautiful outdoor area with pool, places to relax and trees.
  • Mike
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Amazing hidden gem 40 minutes from Yala National Park. The rooms are immaculate and spacious, and the hosts and wonderfully accommodating. They helped us book an awesome safari, and the property and pool area is stunning. Incredible value for...
  • Brett
    Australia Australia
    It has a wonderful swimming pool where you can relax after a safari, or even just for a chillax day. The staff were wonderful as was the food. You could easily stay here and not go anywhere !
  • Cristina
    Italy Italy
    The staff was amazing. The food was great. Perfect atmosphere. The room was very spacious and clean. They also arranged the safari for us

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Property questions and answers
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  • Hello! We are arriving around January 10th. Can you help book a safari in Yala? And how much is the cost for a full day?

    Hi, Yes we can arrange Yala safari for you!
    Answered on 25 November 2022
  • Hey! We are considering staying at your hotel - looks amazing! We have a private driver - can you accomodate him? We are looking for something around ..

    Yes we can arrange the driver accommodation for 1000 rupees per night in a nearby guest house.
    Answered on 25 November 2022
  • Hi Amila. I really love the look of your property. I was wondering if it is possible to book a safari further into Yala, I would like to go to Block..

    Hello Thank you for contacting us! Yes we can arrange you a safari to block 5. Regards! Amila
    Answered on 11 January 2023
  • How and when do I paoy?

    You can pay when you checkout. We prefer payment in rupees.
    Answered on 25 November 2022
  • Hello, do you offer airport shuttle? How much does it cost from Mattala Airport to you?

    Yes we can arrange airport transport for you!
    Answered on 25 November 2022
  • Hello! I would want to know if you organize safari to Yala and Udawalawe and what's are the schedule. Thanks in advance!

    yes we do arrange yala and Udawalawe national park safaris. we can arrange early morning, afternoon or full day safaris. regards!
    Answered on 9 February 2022
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Managed by Amila Nuwan

Company review score: 9.5Based on 675 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Our secluded resort aims first of all to provide the most select hospitality in Tissamaharama: we can do this because all our guests are looked after by the owners themselves, my father, mother and I, and because we have just 5 exclusive cabanas. My father started out as a Yala safari-driver, learning to speak fluently his unique form of English - and how to get by in many other languages - with visitors of all nationalities. He knows more-or-less everything there is to know about the animals you will see not only in Yala but here in our place on the bank of the stream or surrounded by rice-paddies. My mother knows everything there is to know about how to prepare authentic Sri Lankan village home cuisine. I see myself as one of the young generation who realise that visitors to Sri Lanka are ‘guests’, not ‘tourists’ – a different mind-set than has often been in the past. I have taken over from my father in developing our exclusive resort to ensure it maintains its distinct character and closeness to the nature which surrounds us. And its calm, relaxed and comfortable atmosphere. Come as a Guest Leave as a Friend!

Property information

Exclusive and secluded garden cabanas on the banks of a small river surrounded by trees, shrubbery and bird-life. Privacy in a quiet and serene country environment on the edge of Tissamaharama.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Richard's Cabanas Restaurant
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Richards Cabanas
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Electric kettle
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Bidet
    • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
    • Bath or shower
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Seating Area
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Drying rack for clothing
    • Clothes rack
    • Mosquito net
    • Soundproofing
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Fan
    • Ironing facilities
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Barbecue
    • Private pool
    • BBQ facilities
      Additional charge
    • Patio
    • Balcony
    • Terrace
    • Garden
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Open all year
    • Adult only
    • Pool with view
    • Swimming pool toys
    • Pool/beach towels
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    Wellness
    • Yoga classes
    • Full body massage
    • Hand massage
    • Head massage
    • Foot massage
    • Neck massage
    • Back massage
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Spa lounge/relaxation area
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    Food & Drink
    • Fruits
      Additional charge
    • Wine/champagne
      Additional charge
    • Grocery deliveries
      Additional charge
    • Special diet menus (on request)
    • Packed lunches
    • Breakfast in the room
    • Room service
    • Restaurant
    • Tea/Coffee maker
    Activities
    • Cooking class
      Additional charge
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Bike tours
    • Walking tours
    • Cycling
      Off-site
    • Hiking
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Canoeing
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Darts
    • Fishing
      Additional chargeOff-site
    Services & Extras
    • Wake-up service
    • Wake up service/Alarm clock
    Outdoor & View
    • Garden view
    • View
    Transport
    • Bicycle rental
    • Car hire
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • Luggage storage
    • Tour desk
    • 24-hour front desk
    Entertainment and family services
    • Books, DVDs, or music for children
    • Board games/puzzles
    • Babysitting/child services
    Cleaning services
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Dry cleaning
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Business facilities
    • Fax/photocopying
      Additional charge
    Miscellaneous
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Allergy-free room
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules
    Richards Cabanas takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 12:30 to 21:00
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    From 04:30 to 12:00
    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.

    Children 11 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    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

    0 - 6 years
    Extra bed upon request
    US$5 per child, per night
    Cot upon request
    Free
    7+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    US$5 per person, per night

    Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

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

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    FAQs about Richards Cabanas

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • Yes, Richards Cabanas is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Richards Cabanas offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Massage
      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Darts
      • Spa lounge/relaxation area
      • Cooking class
      • Hand massage
      • Bike tours
      • Foot massage
      • Bicycle rental
      • Yoga classes
      • Swimming Pool
      • Back massage
      • Walking tours
      • Full body massage
      • Tour or class about local culture
      • Head massage
      • Spa/wellness packages
      • Neck massage
    • Guests staying at Richards Cabanas can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.4).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Vegetarian
      • Asian
      • À la carte
      • Breakfast to go
    • Richards Cabanas is 0.9 miles from the centre of Tissamaharama. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Richards Cabanas is from 12:30, and check-out is until 12:00.

    • Richards Cabanas has 1 restaurant:

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