About this property

Elegant Accommodations: Richards Cabanas in Tissamaharama offers a recently renovated villa with a swimming pool boasting stunning views. Guests enjoy a lush garden, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property. Comfortable Amenities: The villa features air-conditioning, a private pool, and a balcony. Additional amenities include free bicycles, a restaurant, and a 24-hour front desk. Free on-site private parking is available for guests. Dining Experience: A family-friendly restaurant serves brunch, lunch, and dinner with continental, à la carte, vegetarian, and Asian options. Breakfast includes warm dishes, juice, pancakes, and fruits. Local Attractions: Located 1.1 mi from Tissamaharama Rajah Maha Vihara and 18 mi from Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport, the villa is near Bundala Bird Sanctuary (17 mi) and Tissa Wewa (1.2 mi).

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

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

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, Asian, Breakfast to go

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

Activities:

  • Fishing

  • Darts

  • Canoeing


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Christie
New Zealand New Zealand
Wonderful serene environment. We had a pool side room which was wonderful, and the restaurant and fire pit were great. The food was delicious (both breakfast and dinner).
Janice
Vietnam Vietnam
Great place to stay before going on a safari. The food was excellent and the overall ambiance of the place was really nice. There’s a pool and lots of plants around the property, which makes it feel very relaxing and close to nature. One thing...
Timms
United Kingdom United Kingdom
We had a beautiful cabana with a view of the swimming pool set in stunning tropical gardens Our room was very comfortable with a large adjoining bathroom The room was well air conditioned including an additional ceiling fan. The room was well...
Ruth
Australia Australia
Absolutely gorgeous property, with a comfortable bed, lovely pool area and fabulous meals. The breakfast was sensational. The property is family run and grows much of its own produce. A delightful place to spend a couple of nights and good...
Deborah
United States United States
The property is very nice and clean. Our room was clean and comfortable. Amila was very welcoming and accommodating. He helped us set up our safari tours and our safari driver Dilp was awesome! He made sure we got to see leopards at the park!...
Yvonne
Australia Australia
We loved the setting/grounds, swimming pool, staff, dinner and very comfy chairs outside our villa. Also generous check-in and checkout times that worked perfectly with a morning safari. Rey good value
Lauren
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Beautiful area with a very clean pool and comfortable beanbags. Arranged a great Safari for us with 4 leopard sightings and really great guides. Comfortable bed and feels in the heart of the jungle
Miriam
Israel Israel
Positives- Great location close to yala park Beautiful serene garden and pool Amazing breakfast and dinner (bought with fresh local ingredients & cooked homemade) so much food they prepare for you! They even packed us a cute basket for...
Semiha
Austria Austria
Amazing place, super amazing family running the hotel. Rooms are very clean, everything is provided in the rooms, atmosphere is very nice and peaceful. The whole establishment is beautiful. Met with father and the son, very helpful people. In...
Trish
Ireland Ireland
Stunning places to stay with lovely food and great staff. A great safari to Yala was organised for us with a huge breakfast and picnic. Would love to go back

Managed by Amila Nuwan

Company review score: 9.3Based on 742 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Our secluded resort aims first of all to provide the most select hospitality in Tissamaharama: we can do this because all our guests are looked after by the owners themselves, my father, mother and I, and because we have just 5 exclusive cabanas. My father started out as a Yala safari-driver, learning to speak fluently his unique form of English - and how to get by in many other languages - with visitors of all nationalities. He knows more-or-less everything there is to know about the animals you will see not only in Yala but here in our place on the bank of the stream or surrounded by rice-paddies. My mother knows everything there is to know about how to prepare authentic Sri Lankan village home cuisine. I see myself as one of the young generation who realise that visitors to Sri Lanka are ‘guests’, not ‘tourists’ – a different mind-set than has often been in the past. I have taken over from my father in developing our exclusive resort to ensure it maintains its distinct character and closeness to the nature which surrounds us. And its calm, relaxed and comfortable atmosphere. Come as a Guest Leave as a Friend!

Property info

Exclusive and secluded garden cabanas on the banks of a small river surrounded by trees, shrubbery and bird-life. Privacy in a quiet and serene country environment on the edge of Tissamaharama.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Richard's Cabanas Restaurant
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Richards Cabanas

Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service

House rules

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Check-in
From 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 4:30 AM to 12:00 PM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 11 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 6 years
Extra bed upon request
$5 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
7+ years
Extra bed upon request
$5 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Richards Cabanas of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

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