Offering a restaurant and free bikes, MOON LIGHT Guest House is located just 0.7 mi from the Tissamaharama Bus Station and 2 mi from the beautiful Tissa Lake. Free WiFi access is available in this self-catering accommodations. Each air-conditioned room here will provide you with a flat-screen TV, washing machine and seating area with sofa. There is a fully-equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave. Featuring a shower, private bathroom comes with free toiletries and a hairdryer. You can enjoy garden view from the room. At MOON LIGHT Guest House you will find a 24-hour front desk, barbecue facilities and snack bar. Other facilities offered at the property include entertainment staff, a shared lounge and luggage storage. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including cycling and fishing. The property offers free parking. The Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport is 11 mi while the Bandaranaike International Airport is 143 mi away. Room service is available.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Asian

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Meredith
United States United States
The host was amazing! He set up a safari for us with his brother where we saw everything! They also had an amazing lunch for us when we got back from the safari!
Chau
United States United States
very friendly staff. booked the safari directly with the hotel after the booking via WhatsApp. The safari was well done although Yala safaris have a strange mandatory 2 hour lunch break which seemed excessive to me. That's no fault of the hotel...
Michael
Austria Austria
This is a small family-run guesthouse, and I can honestly say it’s one of the most warm, welcoming, and kind places I’ve ever stayed. Amazing service, incredible food, and safaris, taxis etc. organised directly with them - you will absolutely not...
Sedef
Netherlands Netherlands
Very helpful host! He contacted us proactively, arranged transportation for good price, kindly welcomed us. The room was very clean. We also did the half day morning safari with the host which was amazing experience followed by great traditional...
Nathaniel
United States United States
Amazing family owners that made us feel so welcomed and appreciated. They set us up with the owner’s brother named Tilak and he provided a truly exceptional full day safari at Yala. We managed to see elephants, crocodiles, water buffalo, so many...
Kamalika
United States United States
This was by far the best stay we had in Sri Lanka. The property was located in the midst of lush green fields with a calm and serene feel. The owner Sanjeeva went above and beyond in the service he provided - arranging a wonderful Yala safari for...
Emma
Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
Our favourite home stay/guesthouse in Sri Lanka. Loved our stay at Moonlight guest house. The host arranged a taxi to collect us from Ella, welcomed us with a glass of sugar mango juice from the mango tree outside our room, and organised a full...
Mia
Spain Spain
I loved to stay with Randy and his family. His place is next to a beautiful lake full of wildlife, and they have a lovely garden with many birds. The room was big and comfortable and they made an effort to make me feel right at home. Randy showed...
Wafa
Qatar Qatar
The property was so clean neat and calm, they have a beautiful garden and a nice view. so close to the center. The owner is super friendly and generous you can get a fresh fruits from the garden and he arranged my safari trip and my second trip to...
Costanza
Italy Italy
Best place where to stay in Tissamaharama. The host made us a wonderful breakfast and lunch after the safari, they have a beautiful garden where you can rest and some hammocks. A lovely guesthouse, very clean with everything you need to feel at...

Managed by Sanjeewa

Company review score: 9.7Based on 509 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

I am Sanjeewa Liyanage, and hospitality is my family’s trade. My roots in the Yala wilderness go back almost three decades, a legacy started by my father. While I now focus on managing the guest house to ensure every visitor receives a warm, genuine welcome, our safari tours are led by my business partner and brother; an expert tracker who knows the secret paths of the jungle. ​We pride ourselves on being honest, experienced, and welcoming. We are the people who will wake you up with a smile, prepare your safari lunchboxes, and ensure you have a safe and successful trip. While there might sometimes be little language hiccups, Our goal is to make sure you leave Moon Light Guest House not just as a customer, but as a friend of our family. ♡

Property info

Moon Light Guest House is a well-managed accommodation shaped by nearly 30 years of welcoming guests and guiding visitors to Yala Safari. It’s the kind of stay where guests arrive for a night and often wish they had planned for more. We offer four spacious deluxe rooms, thoughtfully prepared for proper rest after long days of travel or safari. Comfort comes naturally here... cool, calm rooms, generous space, and an atmosphere that lets you truly slow down in Sri Lanka’s warm climate. What guests remember most is the feeling of being close to nature. Our rooms open toward a peaceful garden that borders wide paddy fields, where the sky changes color every evening. Whether you’re sitting on the couple’s swing or relaxing on a garden bench, the sunset can be enjoyed from anywhere... unhurried, quiet, and uninterrupted. Meals are shared in a dedicated dining space, often featuring traditional home-cooked dishes like our much-loved fish with pineapple. There’s also a relaxed lobby lounge where families and small groups naturally gather, talk, and unwind. Because we are deep-rooted locals, we handle every detail for you. We provide free bicycles to explore the village, and we can easily arrange professional Yala safaris, relaxing spa sessions, or local transport and taxi shares. We aren't just a guest house; we are your full-service base camp for Yala safaris! 🐘🦌🐅

Neighborhood info

Our neighborhood offers a safe and peaceful escape from the busy tourist tracks. We are located in a quiet area surrounded by lush paddy fields, just 0.75 miles from the center of Tissamaharama town. This makes it easy to reach local shops and restaurants by a quick walk or a ride on our free bikes. ​You are right next to the heart of local culture; the ancient Tissa Wewa lake and the Raja Maha Vihara temple are just minutes away. For wildlife lovers, we are perfectly positioned for an early start, located roughly 30 minutes from the Yala National Park main gate (Palatupana). It is the best place to experience the real Sri Lankan countryside while remaining close to everything you need.

Languages Spoken

English,Korean

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    Asian
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian

Amenities of Moon Light Guest House

Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Restaurant
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Facilities for disabled guests

House rules

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From 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 6 are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

6+ years
Extra bed upon request
$10 per person, per night

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There are no cribs available at this property.

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Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking is not allowed.

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