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About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: Tara Watergate in Tissamaharama offers family rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and balconies. Each room includes a work desk, TV, and free WiFi. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a swimming pool with a view, sun terrace, and lush garden. Free bicycles are available for exploring the area. The hotel provides a lounge, concierge service, and free on-site private parking. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves Chinese, seafood, local, Asian, and international cuisines. Vegetarian and gluten-free options are available. Outdoor seating and room service enhance the dining experience. Prime Location: Located 30 km from Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport, Tara Watergate is near attractions such as Tissa Wewa (3 km) and Bundala Bird Sanctuary (28 km). Guests appreciate the scenic lakes and stunning views.
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Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Auriol
Australia
“Great pool with a view. Huge rooms with nice bathroom.” - Lukasz
Poland
“Beautiful location with nice garden. We had a very spacious room with a huge bathroom - the shower was kind of outside. Good spot to go to Yala park. Everything super clean!” - Stefan
Netherlands
“The pool was amazing. And they offer a take away breakfast when leaving early for a safari” - Amarasekara
Sri Lanka
“Although the access road was not good all other facilities were upto our expectation .” - Amarasekara
Sri Lanka
“The staff was extremely friendly and cooprative. Excellent location.Peaceful environment .Food was upto expectation” - Chris
New Zealand
“The swimming pool is large enough to really swim and get some exercise. The rooms are almost too big. The staff were helpful and attentive.” - Sarah
New Zealand
“Beautiful resort-like place. Room was enormous. Beds comfortable. Aircon & fan good. Pool beautiful.” - Lashan
Sri Lanka
“l must say, it was a great experience from start to finish. The hotel was clean, comfortable, and well-maintained, offering everything I needed for a relaxing stay. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful throughout my time there. They...” - Lizzie
United Kingdom
“Beautifully located on the lake, with stunning lake views from the room and large swimming pool. The room was large and comfortable. The staff were so friendly and helpful, arranged our Safari for Yala which was brilliant. The food in the...” - Anjana
India
“Our stay at Tara Watergate was incredible — the room was huge and spacious, easily one of the best properties we’ve stayed at in Sri Lanka. The pool was fantastic, and the view was just beautiful. But the absolute highlight was the food — their...”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Tara Watergate Restaurant
- CuisineChinese • Seafood • Local • Asian • International
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Gluten-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.



The fine print
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