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Located in Tissamaharama, 2 miles from Tissa Wewa, Tara Watergate provides accommodations with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden. Each room at the 3-star hotel has pool views, and guests can enjoy access to a shared lounge and to a terrace. The property has room service and a concierge service for guests. At the hotel every room has air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a bidet, free toiletries and a hairdryer. The rooms come with an electric tea pot, while certain rooms here will provide you with a balcony and others also provide guests with river views. At Tara Watergate rooms have bed linen and towels. At the accommodation you'll find a restaurant serving Chinese, Seafood and Local cuisine. Vegetarian and gluten-free options can also be requested. Guests at Tara Watergate will be able to enjoy activities in and around Tissamaharama, like cycling. Bundala Bird Sanctuary is 18 miles from the hotel, while Situlpawwa is 21 miles away. The nearest airport is Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport, 19 miles from Tara Watergate.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.2 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.2)

Free private parking available at the hotel


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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
8.8
Location
8.2
Free WiFi
8.1
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Fabienne
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    The place and location was stunning. Loved the fact is was surrounded with local houses with buffalo’s roaming in the back. Loved the little peer overlooking the lake! The staff was wonderful, especially Daya who was so helpful and smiley, and...
  • Zheng
    Hong Kong Hong Kong
    The room is quite big. So is the washing room and balcony. Having two washing sinks is convenient. Separate toilet design. Water is hot enough and water pressure is good. There is a nice lake view from the swimming pool.
  • Whitney
    Canada Canada
    The view is great and location to the safaris is perfect. The room and bathroom were large and the patio was huge. the food was good. Peaceful property. Staff were nice and they worked super hard.

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Tara Watergate Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Chinese • Seafood • Local • Asian • International
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free

Amenities of Tara Watergate
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Walk-in closet
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
View
  • River view
  • Landmark view
  • Pool view
  • Garden view
  • Lake view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • Private pool
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours
  • Cycling
    Off-site
Living Area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Services
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Lockers
  • Concierge
  • Packed lunches
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
  • Room service
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Safety & security
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Soundproof
  • Private entrance
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • Pool with view
  • Swimming pool toys
  • Pool/Beach towels
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

From 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 6 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

FAQs about Tara Watergate

  • Tara Watergate has 1 restaurant:

    • Tara Watergate Restaurant

  • Check-in at Tara Watergate is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • Tara Watergate offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Walking tours
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Swimming pool
    • Bike tours
    • Bicycle rental
    • Cooking class

  • The prices at Tara Watergate may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Room options at Tara Watergate include:

    • Double
    • Family
    • Twin

  • Yes, Tara Watergate is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Tara Watergate is 1.1 miles from the center of Tissamaharama. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.