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Near Sacred Bo Tree

A stay at Grand Tamarind Lake places you in the heart of Kataragama, a 4-minute drive from Yala National Park and 9 minutes from Kataragama Archaeological Museum. This 4.5-star hotel is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Kataragama Temple Complex and 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Sacred Bo Tree.

Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or make use of other amenities including complimentary wireless Internet access.

Grab a bite to eat at one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.

Featured amenities include express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and coffee/tea in a common area. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free valet parking is available onsite.

Stay in one of 27 guestrooms featuring LED televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and slippers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Kataragama Temple Complex - 1.7 km / 1.1 mi
Kataragama Archaeological Museum - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Yala National Park - 2.7 km / 1.7 mi
Sacred Bo Tree - 3.4 km / 2.1 mi
Lunugamvehera National Park - 9.4 km / 5.8 mi
Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara - 17.9 km / 11.1 mi
Tissa Lake - 18.3 km / 11.4 mi
Yatala Dagoba - 18.9 km / 11.7 mi
Sithulpawwa Buddhist Monastery - 19 km / 11.8 mi
Weheragala Lake - 23 km / 14.3 mi
Kirinda Beach - 28.8 km / 17.9 mi
Kirinda Temple - 29.4 km / 18.3 mi
Bundala National Park - 35.9 km / 22.3 mi
Palatupana Beach - 40.7 km / 25.3 mi
Hambantota Beach - 43.8 km / 27.2 mi

The preferred airport for Grand Tamarind Lake is Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 294.9 km / 183.3 mi

Amenities

Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Proposal/romance packages available
Gated community
Free reception
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Free WiFi
Number of bars/lounges - 1
Number of outdoor pools - 1
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Airport transportation (surcharge)
Hosted evening meal
Couples/private dining
Express check-out
Firepit
24-hour front desk
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Number of restaurants - 2
Spa services on site
Smoke-free property
Coffee/tea in common areas
Snack bar/deli
Number of coffee shops/cafes - 1
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Children's pool
Free self parking
Free valet parking

Guest Reviews

Check in and important information

Check In

12:00 PM

Check Out

12:00 PM

Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Be prepared: check the latest COVID-19 travel requirements and measures in place for this destination before you travel.

Special Instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

Deposit: USD 50.0 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Fee for buffet breakfast: USD 6 per person (approximately)
Airport shuttle fee: USD 400 per vehicle (roundtrip, maximum occupancy 3)
Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 10 (roundtrip), (up to 12 years old)
Hosted evening meal: USD 12
Firewood fee: USD 50 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Policies

Know Before You Go

A fee for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 24.
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 31.
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.
Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F.
Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff; temperature checks are available to guests; guests are provided with hand sanitizer; masks are required in public areas; reservations are required for some onsite facilities.
Contactless check-out is available.
Enhanced food service safety measures are in place.
This property affirms that it adheres to the cleaning and disinfection practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (WHO) and Safe Travels (WTTC - Global).