★★★ · 7.8/10 · 58 guest reviews · Tissamaharama


Location: The lodge is situated in Tissamaharama, placing guests within a short drive of the main entrances to Yala National Park and close to the pilgrimage town of Kataragama.
Best for: Best suited to wildlife enthusiasts and budget-conscious travellers who want straightforward, functional accommodation as a base for Yala and Lunugamvehera safaris.
Set in Tissamaharama, Vallee 69 Eco Leisure is a three-star lodge orientated around wildlife tourism, sitting within convenient reach of Yala National Park Blocks 1 and 5, Lunugamvehera National Park, and the sacred sites of Kataragama Mahadevale and Yatala Vehera. The lodge offers complimentary Wi-Fi, free parking, and airport transfers alongside car hire and shuttle arrangements to streamline safari logistics. A front desk team handles concierge requests, luggage storage, express check-in and check-out, and ticket bookings for local excursions. Evenings are made comfortable by a communal fireplace, and practical touches such as laundry service, daily housekeeping, and round-the-clock room service mean guests can travel lighter and rest well between early morning game drives. Smoking is permitted only in designated outdoor areas. With a guest rating of 7.8 from 58 reviews, the lodge suits those prioritising access over luxury. Planning your visit around the best time to visit Tissamaharama will help maximise wildlife sightings in the surrounding parks.
The lodge is in Tissamaharama, roughly 15–20 kilometres from the main gate of Yala Block 1, making it a practical base for early morning and late afternoon game drives.
Yes, the lodge offers car hire, shuttle services, and a ticketing desk that can organise safari bookings and reserve jeeps for Yala and Lunugamvehera National Parks.
With a 7.8 guest rating from 58 reviews, it offers decent value for a wildlife-focused stay, though travellers seeking higher comfort levels may want to compare alternatives in the area.
Hotel details
Address: 237 Weliaragoda, off Kataragama Road
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More about the region: Sri Lanka Tourism (SLTDA)