Saffron Lake Yala

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Scored 9.1
Rated superb

Staff

9.8

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Saffron Lake Yala in Tissamaharama offers family rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and garden or lake views. Each room includes a work desk, TV, and free WiFi. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves British, Indian, American, and barbecue grill cuisines. Breakfast options include continental, full English/Irish, vegetarian, and Asian. Additional services include room service and in-room breakfast. Leisure Activities: Guests can enjoy fishing, outdoor seating, and a terrace. The hotel provides free on-site private parking, bicycle parking, and bike hire. Nearby Attractions: Located 37 km from Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport, the hotel is close to Tissa Wewa (9 km) and Bundala Bird Sanctuary (26 km). Other attractions include Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara (7 km) and Kirinda Temple (10 km).

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Asian

Free private parking available at the hotel

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1 extra-large double bed
2 double beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

Michael
Australia Australia
“The hotel was well located. Very nice and clean. But what made the stay unforgettable was the fantastic staff. Especially Umesh and Janaka did everything possible to make our stay extra special. The food is fresh and delicious. Highly recommend.”
Naveen
United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
“Their property is visually stunning as it is. The way they set up the rooms itself sets the mood for safari. Polite and helpful staffs, a young chef who is attentive, their team is amazing. I had a deluxe villa, for the night of 16th Dec. The...”
Cathy
Australia Australia
“A very pleasant place to stay. The room was a very generous size with a lovely balcony. Great bed and good hot shower. The breakfast is catered to whatever you want and the staff were extremely helpful and super friendly. The grounds were...”
Kaushalya
United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
“The location and the food was amazing. Staff was very helpful”
Bo
France France
“This was a fantastic stay on the edge of the national park The staff are absolutely outstanding and always ready to help, engage and enhance your stay. We really couldn't ask for more. The location near the lake is lovely, nice breeze comes in...”
Chiara
Italy Italy
“Very nice structure near to the Lake. We also had dinner that was very good. Really friendly staff, they also prepared us takeaway breakfast for us since we were waking up early for safari.”
Khalid
Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia
“We extend our sincere thanks and deep appreciation to Saffron Resort for the warm hospitality and excellent services provided during our stay. It was a wonderful experience that left us with beautiful and lasting memories. A special thanks goes...”
Jacob
Australia Australia
“Excellent amenities in villa- great aircon and comfortable bedding. Staff were really friendly. Great communication and helpful with our late arrival after a safari.”
Hayley
Spain Spain
“The stunning place is a little paradise Amazing staff, very helpful and friendly The best food I’ve tasted on my trip was prepared here and deliver to my chalet to eat outside on the terrace amongst the beautiful views & nature Great help...”
Enrique
Australia Australia
“All the amenities were amazing, the staff was top notch always ready to help us with anything and to provide an excellent experience.”

Hotel surroundings

Food & Drink

Breakfast

  • Very good breakfast included with select options or available at the property for US$5 per person.
  • Food
    Bread • Pancakes • Butter • Eggs • Fruit • Local specialities • Jam • Cereal
  • Drinks
    Coffee • Tea • Fruit juice
Saffron Café
  • Cuisine
    American • British • Indian • Grill/BBQ
  • Service
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Dietary options
    Halal • Vegetarian
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House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00 to 23:30
Check-out
From 05:00 to 11:30
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free
7+ years
Extra bed upon request
US$10 per stay

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

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All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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