Saffron Lake Yala - Tissamaharama

3-star lakeside hotel in Tissamaharama with eco-friendly practices and safari access

Accommodations

Saffron Lake Yala offers family rooms with air-conditioning and private bathrooms that feature garden or lake views. Each room includes a work desk and TV, plus free WiFi for guest use. The cabana-style accommodation is set within spacious grounds with outdoor furniture and a terrace overlooking the lake.

Dining Experience

The on-site restaurant serves British, Indian, American, and barbecue grill cuisines for dinner and lunch. Breakfast options include continental, full English/Irish, vegetarian, and Asian dishes. Room service and in-room breakfast are available, and special diet menus can be requested.

Leisure Activities

Guests at Saffron Lake Yala can fish in the lake or relax on the outdoor terrace with garden views. Bicycle rental is available for exploring the surrounding area, and the hotel offers themed dinner nights. Free on-site private parking and bicycle parking are provided.

Location & Surroundings

Saffron Lake Yala is located 23 miles from Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport, making it accessible for travelers. The hotel is close to Tissa Wewa (6 miles) and Bundala Bird Sanctuary (16 miles) for wildlife enthusiasts. Other nearby attractions include Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara (4 miles) and Kirinda Temple (6 miles).

Services & Eco-Friendly Approach

The hotel provides 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and 24-hour security with CCTV in common areas. An eco-friendly initiative includes drinking water in refillable glass bottles instead of single-use plastic. The staff arranges safari trips to Yala National Park and can provide takeaway breakfast for early morning departures.

• Accommodations: Family rooms with lake views and cabana-style villas
• Dining: British, Indian, American, and barbecue grill cuisines
• Activities: Fishing, bicycle rental, and themed dinner nights
• Location: 23 miles from Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport, near Tissa Wewa and Bundala Bird Sanctuary
• Eco-Friendly: Refillable glass bottles instead of single-use plastic
• Services: 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and safari arrangements