Reviews of Wanamal Lake Front Yala 2 stars
280/10, Waweyaya, Yodakandiya, Tissamaharama, 82600 Tissamaharama, Sri Lanka
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Reviewed: 17 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewGood lake views Very spacious two double beds
There was No headboard
Reviewed: 19 May 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 1 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewLoved our stay at wanamal lake front yala and would highly recommend. The facilities were comfortable and the air conditioning was excellent in our room. The staff were great, very friendly and accommodating and organized a safari tour for us. We had an amazing and filling breakfast included with our room.
Reviewed: 30 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewA stunning hotel. The hotel booked the safari for us. They also provide good taxi service. Mr. Ishan, the hotel's owner, is a really pleasant man. Highly Recommended!
Reviewed: 14 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewThe rooms were thoroughly clean. The air conditioner worked effectively. The loo was also clean. There was no noise from the folks nearby. The food and beverages at the restaurant were also excellent. This hotel is the nearest to Yala Safari.
Reviewed: 12 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 11 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewWe had an excellent stay at Wanamal Lake Front. The location is so beautiful, and our room had an amazing view of the lake and wider surroundings. We even saw monkeys in the distance whilst the sun was setting when we were having dinner. The hosts were so welcoming, friendly and hospitable. They cooked us some great Sri Lankan food for dinner and also a lovely breakfast. Perfect location at very reasonable price for those looking to stay near Yala National Park / safari.
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Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We're absolutely delighted you had an excellent stay at Wanamal Lake Front. It's fantastic to hear you loved the beautiful location and the amazing views from your room, including the monkeys at sunset! We're also thrilled you appreciated the warm welcome and hospitality of our hosts and enjoyed the Sri Lankan food. We strive to offer a perfect location near Yala National Park at a reasonable price, and we're so glad you felt we achieved that. We hope to welcome you back again in the future!
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We're absolutely delighted you had an excellent stay at Wanamal Lake Front. It's fantastic to hear you loved the beautiful location and the amazing views from your room, including the monk… Show more
Reviewed: 6 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewQuiet peaceful, very nice people. Good enough for 1-2 nights
it turned out to be a bit far from the Yala entrance. Also, might be better to book a safari separately with an experienced driver
Thank you for your feedback! We're glad you enjoyed the quiet and peaceful atmosphere and found our staff to be nice. We appreciate your point about being good for 1-2 nights. We also acknowledge your feedback regarding the distance from the Yala entrance. We understand that this can be a factor for some guests, and we try to accurately represent our location in our information. We appreciate your suggestion about booking safaris separately with an experienced driver, and we'll certainly consider how we can better assist our guests with their safari arrangements in the future. We hope you enjoyed the other aspects of your stay and thank you again for sharing your experience.
Thank you for your feedback! We're glad you enjoyed the quiet and peaceful atmosphere and found our staff to be nice. We appreciate your point about being good for 1-2 nights. We also acknowledge your feedback regarding the distance fr… Show more
Reviewed: 4 January 2025 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewWas remote, quiet and very tranquil. Amazing views of the lake Amazing staff Amazing Aircon And comfortable bed Organised all our safari and amazing prices
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Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled you enjoyed the remote, quiet, and tranquil atmosphere, the amazing lake views, and found our staff amazing. We're also glad the air conditioning and comfortable bed contributed to a pleasant stay, and that we could help organize your safari at a great price. We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back again soon!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled you enjoyed the remote, quiet, and tranquil atmosphere, the amazing lake views, and found our staff amazing. We're also glad the air conditioning and comfortable bed contri… Show more
Reviewed: 30 December 2024 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 29 December 2024 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 22 December 2024 · Stayed in December 2024
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Wanamal Lake Front Hotel situated in a prime location facing to Yodha wewa. It would be better if you could do more landscaping, increasing the overlook of the hotel and nature. Your restaurant should not be disturbed to the lake view.
Thank you for your feedback! We appreciate you highlighting our prime location facing Yodha Wewa. We agree that enhancing the landscaping and overall natural appeal of the hotel is a great idea, and we're definitely exploring ways to improve this aspect of our property. We also appreciate your suggestion about the restaurant and its relation to the lake view. We'll take this into consideration as we look at future improvements and how we can best maximize the stunning views for our guests. We value your input and hope you'll consider staying with us again in the future to see the positive changes we'll be making.
Thank you for your feedback! We appreciate you highlighting our prime location facing Yodha Wewa. We agree that enhancing the landscaping and overall natural appeal of the hotel is a great idea, and we're definitely exploring ways to im… Show more
Reviewed: 15 December 2024 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewCool!
Thanks! We're glad you think so! 😊
Reviewed: 5 December 2024 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewCalm environment!
Thank you very much.
Reviewed: 4 December 2024 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewNice!
Thank you very much.
Reviewed: 23 November 2024 · Stayed in November 2024
Verified reviewA wonderful stay paired with an amazing safari experience! The hospitality and warmth of the staff made it truly memorable. Highly recommend!
Thanak for you
Reviewed: 22 November 2024 · Stayed in November 2024
Verified reviewNice Stay! Nice safari!
Thank you for your kind words! We're glad you enjoyed your stay and safari. We hope to see you again soon.
Reviewed: 26 October 2024 · Stayed in October 2024
Verified reviewStaff behavior & support, Clean room, Front view from Balcony,, Air circulation.
WiFi service.
Thanak you !
Reviewed: 1 July 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewThis was the first time I stayed at this guest house. Everyone at the guest house was friendly and welcoming. They helped me to organise the trip to see Yala, which was fantastic. Love their traditional Sri Lankan food. I will definitely visit you when I come to Sri Lanka next time
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us and that our team could help make your trip to Yala fantastic. It's great to know you loved our traditional Sri Lankan food. We can't wait to welcome you back on your next visit to Sri Lanka! Safe travels and see you soon!
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us and that our team could help make your trip to Yala fantastic. It's great to know you loved our traditional Sri Lankan food. We can'… Show more
Reviewed: 24 June 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewGood staff
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Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our staff's service. We hope to welcome you back soon!
Reviewed: 17 June 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewThe hotel is located nearby to various tourist destinations such as yala safari park and kataragama which is very convenient. The hotel is situated in the heart of nature and the mornings and evenings were amazing with much bird activity and this was very beautiful to experience. There is a nice continuous breeze throughout the day that keeps you cool. We had a stunning view of the lake and surrounding environment from the balcony. In the evenings the staff offered to make us a campfire outside, sitting around the fire and talking with family was a wonderful experience. The food was great and the staff were very friendly.
Hi there! Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our convenient location near Yala Safari Park and Kataragama. It's great to know that you appreciated the natural beauty around our hotel, especially the bird activity in the mornings and evenings. We're glad the continuous breeze and the stunning lake view from your balcony made your stay more enjoyable. It sounds like the campfire experience with your family was truly memorable. Our team is always happy to create such special moments for our guests. We're also delighted that you enjoyed the food and found our staff friendly. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you back soon for another amazing stay. Best regards, Wanamal.
Hi there! Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our convenient location near Yala Safari Park and Kataragama. It's great to know that you appreciated the natural beauty around our hote… Show more
Reviewed: 7 June 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewLocated conveniently close to Yala, staying at this hotel feels like embarking on a safari. In the evening, the nearby lake, situated just behind the hotel, comes alive with a variety of birds. Our room offered a wonderful view of the lake, and the drinks were exceptionally tasty. Highly recommended for an unforgettable experience.
Thank you for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic stay with us. Indeed, our proximity to Yala makes it feel like the adventure begins right at our doorstep. It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed the vibrant birdlife around the nearby lake and the picturesque views from your room. We take pride in offering exceptional drinks to complement our guests' experiences. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back for more unforgettable moments in the future!
Thank you for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic stay with us. Indeed, our proximity to Yala makes it feel like the adventure begins right at our doorstep. It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed th… Show more