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serenity Lake Resort yala

Guest house

No. 280/1, Wewa Yaya, Maha Deira Road

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Why people book this hotel

Friendly staff
15 mentions

Staff were really helpful, had a few issues with the aircon and they fixed it st…

Dileepa was extremely helpful and took care of everything from the moment we arr…

Pool
10 mentions

The hotel has a nice pool with warm water and a view from the lake

Good access to Yala Park, with swimming pool to relax after the early start

Great location
6 mentions

Great location by a stunning lake, could see water buffalo right outside the pro…

The breakfasts, the location, and the pool, the staff and the scenery were all g…

Comfortable rooms
6 mentions

His hospitality was outstanding and he made sure we were comfortable throughout …

The staff were really friendly and attentive, the beds were extremely comfortabl…

Breakfast available
6 mentions

They prepared packed breakfast for us to take on our Yala Safari too

Lovely breakfast and dinner with really helpful staff who helped book the safari

Clean rooms
3 mentions

The place is peaceful, clean, and very relaxing

Gorgeous clean swimming pool

Overview

Set in Tissamaharama, 11 km from Tissa Wewa, serenity Lake Resort yala offers accommodation with water sports facilities, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden. There is a private entrance at the guest house for the convenience of those who stay. Guests can make use of the outdoor fireplace or the children's playground, or enjoy views of the lake and garden. All units feature air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. Featuring a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and free toiletries, units at the guest house also have free WiFi, while selected rooms will provide you with a terrace. At the guest house, the units have bed linen and towels. Buffet and continental breakfast options with pancakes, fruits and juice are available every morning at the guest house. At serenity Lake Resort yala, the family-friendly restaurant is open for dinner, lunch and high tea and serves American cuisine. For guests with children, the accommodation features an indoor play area. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at serenity Lake Resort yala, while cycling and fishing can be enjoyed nearby. Situlpawwa is 25 km from the guest house, while Bundala Bird Sanctuary is 36 km away. The nearest airport is Mattala Rajapaksa International, 38 km from serenity Lake Resort yala, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Traveller reviews

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Claire

extended_group

April 17, 2026

6

Great location by a stunning lake, could see water buffalo right outside the property! Staff were really helpful, had a few issues with the aircon and they fixed it straight away. They also organised a great safari for us, with a fantastic guide.

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Adele

family_with_children

April 2, 2026

8

A lovely peaceful location with a view of the lake life.

The breakfasts, the location, and the pool, the staff and the scenery were all great!

D

Dinesh Chamara

couple

March 15, 2026

10

Amazing Stay with Unforgettable Safari Experience! We had a wonderful stay at Seranity Lake Resort. The place is peaceful, clean, and very relaxing. Dileepa was extremely helpful and took care of everything from the moment we arrived. His hospitality was outstanding and he made sure we were comfortable throughout our stay. He also arranged the Yala safari for us, and it was truly an unforgettable experience. We were lucky to see a leopard, elephants, and many other animals. It was a dream come true! Highly recommend this resort for anyone visiting Yala. Thank you again for the great service and warm hospitality. We will definitely come back!

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jane

couple

February 18, 2026

9

Friendly resort in a beautiful setting

Beautiful setting with amazing views over the lake and we saw some incredible birds. The staff were really friendly and attentive, the beds were extremely comfortable and we enjoyed swimming in the lovely pool.

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Bulato

couple

January 27, 2026

10

living in nature.

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Liana

couple

January 27, 2026

10

Owner Dilipa is the best! ❤️ Accommodation is very clean and all stuff are really nice😊. We were there for almost a week

Everything was perfect!!

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Sevanthi

couple

January 27, 2026

10

Beautiful location

The setting of this hotel overlooking the Yoda lake was absolutely stunning and serene. There’s a small platform built at the edge of the garden overlooking the lake, making it a perfect place for bird watching or to just relax. The rooms are spacious and they have everything you need including an air conditioner. The hotel is run by a small crew and they go out of their way to make sure that you have the best stay. They prepared packed breakfast for us to take on our Yala Safari too. Entrance to Yala National park is only about 20 mins from the hotel. We had the best authentic Sri Lankan food freshly prepared for us making it one of the highlights of our stay. I would definitely come back to stay at Serenity lake resort, because we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

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Sara

couple

January 9, 2026

10

This is the best place to rest when you go to a safari. The hotel has a nice pool with warm water and a view from the lake. The food was amazing and extremely delicious. The host helped us to reserve a safari, which was the highlight of our journey on Sri Lanka.

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Sarah

couple

January 6, 2026

9

Beautiful lakeside location with nice pool

Beautiful location - water buffalo in the lake which you could sit and watch. Gorgeous clean swimming pool. Lovely breakfast and dinner with really helpful staff who helped book the safari

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Jane

solo_traveller

December 11, 2025

10

Excellent choice for Yala with lovely garden and pool.

Beautiful location beside lake with interesting wildlife, particularly the monkeys stealing mangos above our heads. Good access to Yala Park, with swimming pool to relax after the early start. Very helpful staff served delicious food.

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Katherine

extended_group

December 3, 2025

10

Great staff who were very helpful booking us tuk tuks and cooking amazing food. The property is well located for the safari however it is quite far from any town or restaurants.

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Juan Ignacio

couple

September 16, 2025

9

People are really nice with a smile. Close to the lake. They can easily find you Yala park safari. Good dinner and breakfast. Nice swimming pool.

K

Katy

couple

August 8, 2025

10

A peaceful, welcoming and family friendly place to stay.

The staff were incredibly flexible and accommodating to our needs. They organised an outstanding private safari in Yala National Park. Our room had lovely lakeside views and all the amenities needed for a comfortable stay. It was lovely to have the added touch of the swimming pool.

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Nilanga

family_with_children

August 2, 2025

8

Nice location and close proximity to Yala. Host was always ready to fulfill our requests, he arranged a safari jeep and prepared very nice local dinner and breakfast for us.

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Tammy

family_with_children

June 7, 2025

8

Good stay the owner made it

Really nice grounds and good pool area the owner was extremely helpful

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NIRODHA

family_with_children

April 30, 2025

7

Service good food good

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Ekaterina

family_with_children

April 21, 2025

9

Perfect place for safari lovers

Wonderful place on the lake. Clean swimming pool. Good food and friendly staff. Safari was great. A little paradise for wildlife lovers.

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Praveen

extended_group

March 17, 2025

9

Nice property. Great host. You wont be disappointed.

Nice property. Dulip the host did a good job in making us comfortable at the homestay. He is a starting entrepreneur managing the homestay on his own. He is the host, the manager, the chef, security, housekeeper...... Does all of it himself as a starting business and does a good job in ensuring his guests are comfortable. Included Dinner and breakfast were awesome and the portions were generous, sufficient for 3 meals rather than one. The room was spacious with lots of sitting space outside as well. The property has a pool and lake view.

M

Migle

couple

March 3, 2025

8

Great place, but beware of mosquitos

Everything was great

A

Alena

solo_traveller

February 27, 2025

7

Convenient location for safari. Help in organizing it. Nice, friendly staff

The hotel area is green and well-groomed. But the rooms definitely need more attention and a facelift. This shortcoming was corrected by the friendliness of the staff, the location and the excellent early morning Yala safari.

Facilities

Activities

Fishing, Bicycle rental (additional charge), Children's playground, Cycling, Water sport facilities on site, Badminton equipment, Walking tours, Bike tours, Tour or class about local culture

Cleanliness & disinfecting

Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay

Entertainment and family services

Indoor play area, Kids' outdoor play equipment

Food & Drink

Kid meals, Kid-friendly buffet, Wine/champagne, Fruits, Special diet menus (on request), Breakfast options, Restaurant, Breakfast in the room

Food & drink safety

Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized

General

Bicycle parking, WiFi available in all areas, Family rooms, Safety deposit box, Non-smoking rooms, Soundproof rooms, Allergy-free room, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area

Internet

WiFi, Internet services, Free WiFi

Kitchen

Shared kitchen

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Picnic area, Outdoor fireplace, Garden, Terrace, Outdoor pool, Sun terrace, Outdoor pool (all year), BBQ facilities

Parking

Free parking, Parking, Parking on site, Private parking

Physical distancing

Contactless check-in/check-out, Physical distancing rules followed, Mobile app for room service, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas

Pool and wellness

Swimming Pool

Reception services

Invoice provided

Safety & security

24-hour security, Key access

Safety features

Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Face masks for guests available

Services

Shuttle service, Shared lounge/TV area, Daily housekeeping, Grocery deliveries, Airport shuttle (additional charge), Ironing service, Express check-in/check-out, Currency exchange, Room service, Airport shuttle, Laundry, Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (additional charge), Packed lunches, Car hire, Tour desk

Budget Double Room

This double room has a private bathroom, a private entrance, soundproof walls as well as a terrace. The unit has 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 21 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Superior Double Room

The double room offers air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with lake views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 2 beds.

Max 2 guests 21 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Deluxe Triple Room

The triple room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with lake views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 3 beds.

Max 3 guests 24 1 bedroom 1 bathroom

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 01:00 to 22:30
Check-outFrom 04:30 until 11:00
Cancellation & prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check your booking details before finalizing.
Accepted credit cardsThe hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
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Last updated: Apr 11, 2024, 12:08 PM

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