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Grand Tamarind Lake

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel in Kataragama with outdoor pool and bar/lounge

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20 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board - Grand Tamarind Lake (Kataragama)
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In the city center, Grand Tamarind Lake welcomes you to a luxurious retreat. Savor flavors at one of two on-site restaurants or enjoy a manager's reception with new friends by the firepit.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Non-smoking
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Children's pool
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Airport shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • ATM/banking services

Feel at home (6)

  • Children's pool
  • Playground on site
  • 20 bedrooms
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area
The current price is $76
$99 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 10 - Dec 11

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room | Living area | LED TV

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
LED TV
20 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 35 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Bathroom sink

Deluxe Triple Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
LED TV
20 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 4 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Kandasuridugama Raja Mawatha, Kataragama, Uva, 91400

What's nearby

  • Kataragama Temple - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Kataragama Archaeological Museum - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Sacred Bo Tree - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Yala National Park - 8 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Lunugamvehera National Park - 18 min drive - 11.0 km

Getting around

  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 111.6 miles/179.6 km
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪SMOOTHIEBUN - Healthy Vegetarian Restaurant, Kataragama - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mia Mia Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cafe J Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Sigithi Food Cabin - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Eth Yahana - ‬1 min drive

About this property

Grand Tamarind Lake

Grand Tamarind Lake puts you within a 10-minute drive of Yala National Park. You can splash around at the outdoor pool, visit one of the 2 restaurants for a bite to eat, or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include a children's pool and a snack bar/deli.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 27 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free onsite valet parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Hosted evening meals daily for a surcharge
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Private dining
  • Free daily reception
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children's pool
  • Playground

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2015
  • ATM/banking
  • An outdoor pool
  • Firepit

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LED television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • 20 bedrooms

What to enjoy

  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping (surcharge)
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 50.0 per stay

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 6 per person
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 400 per vehicle (roundtrip, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Firewood is available for an extra charge of USD 50 per night
  • Housekeeping is offered for an extra charge
  • Hosted evening meal costs USD 12

Children & extra beds

  • Airport shuttle service for children up to age 12 costs USD 10 (roundtrip)

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
A fee for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 24.
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 31.

Also known as

Tamarind Lake
Grand Tamarind Lake Hotel
Grand Tamarind Lake Kataragama
Grand Tamarind Lake Hotel Kataragama

Frequently asked questions

Does Grand Tamarind Lake offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Grand Tamarind Lake does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Grand Tamarind Lake?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at Grand Tamarind Lake?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Grand Tamarind Lake?

Yes, there's free self and valet parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Grand Tamarind Lake?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 400 per vehicle roundtrip.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Grand Tamarind Lake?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.

What is there to do at Grand Tamarind Lake and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Grand Tamarind Lake also has an outdoor pool.

Are there restaurants at or near Grand Tamarind Lake?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants.

What's the area around Grand Tamarind Lake like?

Grand Tamarind Lake puts you in the heart of Kataragama. Popular attractions include Yala National Park, which is 6 minutes away by car.

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