

Location: The hotel sits in Tissamaharama, within practical reach of Yala National Park Blocks 1 and 5, Lunugamvehera National Park, and the religious sites of Kataragama Mahadevale and Yatala Vehera.
Best for: Best suited to budget-conscious safari-goers who need a no-frills, functional base close to Yala and Lunugamvehera National Parks.
Chenra Hotel is a modest three-star property in Tissamaharama, positioned conveniently for travellers whose primary purpose is wildlife safari. The hotel provides a functional base with complimentary Wi-Fi, on-site parking, and 24-hour room service, keeping practical needs covered without fuss. The front desk handles concierge assistance, luggage storage, express check-in and check-out, and a ticket and tours service — useful for arranging passes to nearby national parks without navigating local logistics independently. Taxi and car hire are available directly through the hotel, simplifying early-morning departures for Yala game drives. Rooms are equipped with air conditioning and daily housekeeping, with laundry and dry cleaning services available for longer stays. The property operates as fully smoke-free, with smoking permitted only in designated areas. With a guest rating of 7.2 from 38 reviews, expectations should be set accordingly — this is a serviceable rather than polished stay. Checking the best time to visit Tissamaharama before booking will help you align your visit with optimal wildlife-viewing conditions.
The hotel offers taxi and car hire services and a tour desk that can organise national park passes, making same-day or early-morning safari departures straightforward to arrange on-site.
The hotel provides standard amenities including room service and daily housekeeping, but with a modest rating from limited reviews, families seeking more assured comfort may want to compare alternatives nearby.
At three stars with a 7.2 rating from 38 reviews, Chenra offers acceptable value primarily through its convenient location and practical services rather than standout quality or facilities.
Hotel details
Address: Kandasurindu Mawata, Kanda Road
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More about the region: Sri Lanka Tourism (SLTDA)