Thissamaharama

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Thissamaharama Stupa
Thissamaharama Stupa
Sunset over Thissamaharama lake in Sri Lanka
This is a massive Stupa located in the Southern region of Sri Lanka near Yala National Park. It is not a must to visit, but still a local gem to have a look on. There are few amazing stone carvings around the Stupa.
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Thissamaharama is situated in the Southern province of Sri Lanka. Most of the people in those areas practise chena cultivation as their major income. But those cultivated lands are destroyed by the elephants and wild boars as the density of animals in this region is very high. So, the farmers make these kind of huts on trees and protect their cultivation through out the night for months.

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Hilton Yala Resort

Hilton Yala Resort

5 out of 5
Pala Palatupana, Yala Thissamaharama Southern Province
The price is S$611 per night from 10 Mar to 11 Mar
S$611
10 Mar - 11 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Palatupana. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Palatupana Beach and Kirinda Beach are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (24 reviews)
Very professional staff, incredible location near the entrance to Yala National Park. The staffs English could be improved upon but the staff were very attentive, warm and helpful. The room we had was incredible. Very large with all the amenties you could expect. The small private pool was nice but ...

Reviewed on 21 Feb, 2026

Hilton Yala Resort
EKHO Safari Tissa

EKHO Safari Tissa

4 out of 5
Kataragama Road Thissamaharama
Stay at this hotel in Thissamaharama. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara and Tissa ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (100 reviews)
Magnifique vue sur le lac. Hôtel idéalement placé car pas trop loin de la ville. Cependant déjeuner pas super pour 6€ par personne. La chambre est bien mais les finitions 0 par contre le personnel est au petit soin. Manque de sun bed au bord de la piscine.

Reviewed on 26 Jan, 2026

EKHO Safari Tissa
Yala River Face Inn

Yala River Face Inn

3 out of 5
530/5, Gangasiripura Thissamaharama
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Thissamaharama. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Yatala Dagoba and Debarawewa ...
8/10 Very Good! (10 reviews)
This was a great value. It is a beautiful property right by the river. The foliage is superb and the staff work tirelessly to keep the grounds clear of plant droppings. The only negative was the WIFI which try as they might it never worked consistently.

Reviewed on 3 Mar, 2025

Yala River Face Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Kotiyagala Luxury Villas

Kotiyagala Luxury Villas

3.5 out of 5
Diyabunwala Kele,Palatupana,Yala Palatupana SP
Stay at this beach villa in Palatupana. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Palatupana Beach and Kirinda Beach are located ...
Kotiyagala Luxury Villas
Ziziphus Tree Villas

Ziziphus Tree Villas

3 out of 5
Sandasirigama Road, Mahasenpura Thissamaharama SP
Stay at this villa in Thissamaharama. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Tissa Lake and Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
An oasis
The staff was helpful in organising a safari and in general with the hotel. The pool looks and feels great for a dip to cool down.

Reviewed on 6 Feb, 2025

Ziziphus Tree Villas
Tribe Yala - Luxury Camping

Tribe Yala - Luxury Camping

2 out of 5
Yodakandiya, Sithulpawwa Road, Yala, Thissamaharama
Stay at this business-friendly campsite in Thissamaharama. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara and ...
10/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
Excellent stay!! Very unique experience, highly recommend coming here. Staff was fantastic, and the full day safari is worth it!

Reviewed on 19 Feb, 2026

Tribe Yala - Luxury Camping
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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