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About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: The Cool Nest Yala Hotel in Tissamaharama offers a holiday home with a garden, terrace, restaurant, and free WiFi. Guests enjoy private check-in and check-out, a lounge, outdoor fireplace, and a 24-hour front desk. Dining and Amenities: The hotel serves American cuisine with continental, vegetarian, and Asian breakfast options. Additional facilities include a shared kitchen, indoor play area, and culture classes. Free on-site parking and a tour desk enhance the stay. Local Attractions: Located 17 mi from Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport, the hotel is a 15-minute walk from Tissamaharama Rajah Maha Vihara. Nearby attractions include Tissa Wewa (1.4 mi) and Bundala Bird Sanctuary (15 mi). Guests appreciate the host and convenient location for nature trips.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
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Accommodation Type | Number of guests | |
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Bedroom 1 1 twin bed and 1 queen bed Bedroom 2 1 twin bed and 1 queen bed | ||
1 twin bed and 1 queen bed | ||
1 queen bed | ||
1 full bed | ||
Bedroom 1 1 twin bed and 1 full bed Bedroom 2 1 twin bed and 1 full bed Bedroom 3 1 full bed Bedroom 4 1 full bed |
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Zofia
Poland
“The rooms are spacious, spotlessly clean, simple, with good mosquito free hotel. the hotel looked more private and peaceful. Our hosts arranged an absolutely brilliant afternoon safari at a good price at yala park. we enjoyed meeting other guests...” - Rikua
Japan
“The workers are friendly, the room is pretty and clean and a private parking. It feels like coming home! the 3 hour safari was great. had really fun at yala safari. I would recommend this hotel to everyone!” - Beth
Ireland
“We just loved this spacious, well designed space. The room was huge and had a great veranda. Super kind hosts, they even helped us with a private safari in yala park.” - Fox
Netherlands
“For what you pay, its amazing.. if you are a group of people this would be optimal choice as its a house with living area and kitchen. it gives off a nice vibe, they bring the ingredients for breakfast and you sort of make yourself at home. all...” - Jomart
Mongolia
“Unforgettable journey Great place and great Host anu He helped to arrange safari tour it was nice Even he took us to Arugambey with a car it was really nice I forgot my drone in his car and i realized it after 2 days on the way back to Colombo he...” - Liya
Russia
“We really enjoyed our night in cool nest Hotel, the rooms were so comfortable, Nothing was too much trouble, he organized a transfer from yala to Udawalawe. that was very nice.” - Habdi
Jordan
“Best place to stay at tissamaharama. Our house owner arranged a safari tour. very good price also taxi. Dinner and breakfast was excellent. listed more activities but we didnt have time. we had to leave. recommended.” - Warren
France
“Excellent service and staff are very good. Stay was good. they also give the transport around the country and safari service at yala for a reasonable price.” - Fasman
Hungary
“The Home stay was great! The room was nice and clean and the staff very nice. dinner cooked by them is very tasty with very big portions.” - Peytonra
Sweden
“liked the host, super friendly. The food was OK. They keep the shared facilities very clean and the beds were comfortable. Hot water was a plus and the WiFi worked well.”

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Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineAmerican
- Restaurant #2
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Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
The fine print
Please inform The Cool Nest Yala Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.