Kataragama Archaeological Museum - 10 min drive - 5.0 km
Kataragama Temple Complex - 10 min drive - 5.1 km
Lunugamvehera National Park - 18 min drive - 8.8 km
Getting around
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Ceybank Rest - Ceybank Holiday Homes - 8 min drive
Nishadi Hotel - 8 min drive
Plummy dale restaurant - 9 min drive
Eth Yahana - 7 min drive
The Hopper Shops - 7 min drive
About this property
Heina Nature Resort & Yala Safari
When you stay at Heina Nature Resort & Yala Safari, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Yala National Park. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out MANDARA RESTAURANT, which serves international cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. A bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace are other highlights.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
2 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Babysitting*
Supervised childcare*
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)*
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Transfers
Airport shuttle*
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–9:00 AM
Does Heina Nature Resort & Yala Safari offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Heina Nature Resort & Yala Safari does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Heina Nature Resort & Yala Safari?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 3000.00 per pet, per day. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Heina Nature Resort & Yala Safari?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Heina Nature Resort & Yala Safari?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Heina Nature Resort & Yala Safari?
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Heina Nature Resort & Yala Safari and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as fishing. Additional recreation onsite includes a wildlife and game drive and a safari. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Heina Nature Resort & Yala Safari?
Yes, MANDARA RESTAURANT offers international cuisine and garden views.
Does Heina Nature Resort & Yala Safari have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes cookware and a refrigerator.
Does Heina Nature Resort & Yala Safari have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.0/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 29, 2019
Lovely stay
Lovely stay and fantastic safari (as well as temple visit) organised by hotel staff
Georgia
Georgia, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Apr 23, 2017
Good
Staff were very friendly and helpful and able to arrange our Safari at Yala easily. The location is quiet and there only seemed to be two chalets on the site. The accommodation is spacious and comfortable, with a welcome refrigerator, external toilet and shower - but no kettle! Great for experiencing local wildlife. Kataragama has religious significance with many temples and shrines, but little else with much charm.
Duncan
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jan 1, 2017
pieceful environment
good
Missaka
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jan 7, 2016
A delightful wild experience with lovely staff.
We arrived to a warm welcome from the staff. They were caring and attentive throughout our stay. There's not a lot to do after your safari in the surrounding area in terms of shops or stalls. There are however really beautiful rice paddy and lake scenes for anyone who wants to get adventurous on the bikes they provide and the locals are really friendly. The food was delicious. We didn't request anything in particular they just cooked up rice or noodles with chicken one night and the garlic prawns the next.
The stay overall was simple yet relaxing and a great place to unwind with a partner or with family. Bring a book and sit outside and listen to the wildlife. We woke up to monkeys on the roof the first morning of our stay which was an exciting experience.
The shower facilities are awesome.
Verified traveler
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 9, 2018
A recommander.
Excellent accueil dans une large propriété très bien entretenue. En dehors des sentiers battus. Le propriétaire nous a accompagné au festival de Kataragama et la soirée fut magnifique.
Claire
Claire, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jul 30, 2017
herbergement rustique et très loin de tout
l'hôtel est trèstrès loin de tout.
sans chauffeur, il est impossible d'aller manger à l'extérieur
Comme partout au sri lanka, il faut demander 2h à l'avance pour avoir un repas; qui était succulent
l'hébergement est rustique mais confortable
l'hotel est particulièrement bien entretenu et le personnel de service très sympa
l'hotel peut vous réserver la jeep et le chauffeur pour le safari ainsi que le taxi pour aller à votre prochain hotel
nicolas
nicolas, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Mar 6, 2017
生態鄉村住宿,靠近湖邊,可親近大自然
WEI HSIANG
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Mar 3, 2017
Dieter
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 21, 2017
super hotel pour une expérience différente
Personnel très accueillant et très disponible
Merci de leur gentillesse pour la préparation du repas avec les enfants et très bon repas différent de ce que nous mangions habituellement
Très bon rapport qualité prix
Lionel
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 9, 2017
Très belle chambre familiale avec quatre grand lits dans un joli chalet au milieu d'un parc magnifique.
Idéal pour se préparer au départ le lendemain à l'aube pour le safari.
L'accueil, la gentillesse et la prévenance de nos hôtes sont à la hauteur du lieu.
Diner succulent à la tombée de la nuit au milieu du jardin
Que du bonheur.
Thomas
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jul 25, 2016
Nicest owner and staff
We stayed two nights in a huge room with an outside bathroom, which was very cool, eg shower carved into rocks.
The host and staff were extremely friendly and helpful, eg the gave us free rides to downtown, where they showed us around the Kataragama festival. They helped us out with different things, such as getting some medication, providing us with free bikes and were overall very friendly.
On the downside, we would have liked the option of a Western breakfast. As far as we know there is only Sri Lankan breakfast available and that is a bit much for us at least. By much I mean that my boyfriend and I are not up for fish/meat and chili in the morning.
Anne Kellemann
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jul 8, 2016
Hyvää huolenpitoa Heina Nature Resortissa
Tässä resortissa on vain kaksi majoitustaloa, joihin kumpaankin mahtuu max. 8 henkilöä. Paikka on hiljaisella alueella ja luonnonläheinen. Huoneissa ei ole ilmastointia; pesutilat, suihku ja WC ovat erillisessä rakennuksessa, joka toisaalta oli ihan kiinnostava.
Palvelu oli henkilökohtaista, avluliasta ja ystävällistä: meitä jopa käytettiin perin kilometrin päässä sijaitsevissa temppeleissä tutustumassa iltarituaaleihin!