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Set in Tissamaharama, 9 km from Tissa Wewa, Saffron Lake Yala offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. The property is around 26 km from Situlpawwa, 26 km from Bundala Bird Sanctuary and 7.4 km from Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hotel the rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a bidet, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At Saffron Lake Yala each room is equipped with bed linen and towels. The daily breakfast offers continental, Asian or vegetarian options. The area is popular for fishing, and bike hire and car hire are available at the accommodation. Kirinda Temple is 10 km from Saffron Lake Yala, while Ranminitenna Tele Cinema Village is 15 km from the property. The nearest airport is Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport, 36 km from the hotel.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Asian

Free private parking available at the hotel


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
2 double beds
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.5
Location
8.7
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Rita
    Sweden Sweden
    Beautiful, very romantic place if you come with a partner. The rooms are great. Very nice staff that helped with the booking of the safari and prepared us a to go breakfast.
  • Ewa
    Australia Australia
    Cottage accommodation is very spacious, nicely decorated, clean and comfortable. The garden and lakeside setting are picturesque. Extensive low level path lighting enhances the general atmosphere. Unfortunately, we arrived quite late after a long...
  • Ieva
    Austria Austria
    Lovely little houses in a well kept garden, access to the nearby lake, food was very delicious and they offered it for room service, nice lunch box for safari, friendly and very helpful staff

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Saffron Café
    • Cuisine
      American • British • Indian • Grill/BBQ
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian

Facilities of Saffron Lake Yala
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Garden view
  • Lake view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
  • Walking tours
  • Fishing
Living Area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • Luggage storage
    • 24-hour front desk
    Entertainment and family services
    • Baby safety gates
    Cleaning services
    • Daily housekeeping
      Additional charge
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • 24-hour security
    • Safety deposit box
    General
    • Air conditioning
    • Wake-up service
    • Soundproofing
    • Private entrance
    • Car hire
    • Packed lunches
    • Soundproof rooms
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    • Room service
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

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    Check-in

    From 14:00 to 23:30

    Check-out

    From 05:00 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 room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 13 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

    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.

    FAQs about Saffron Lake Yala

    • Check-in at Saffron Lake Yala is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:30.

    • Yes, Saffron Lake Yala is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Saffron Lake Yala has 1 restaurant:

      • Saffron Café

    • Saffron Lake Yala offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Fishing
      • Themed dinner nights
      • Walking tours
      • Bicycle rental

    • Saffron Lake Yala is 2.6 miles from the centre of Tissamaharama. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

    • Room options at Saffron Lake Yala include:

      • Double
      • Villa

    • Guests staying at Saffron Lake Yala can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Vegetarian
      • Asian