Livinya Holiday Resort, Kataragama - Reviews, Rooms Options & Prices 2025

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About the Resort

17 Sellakataragama Road, Kataragama, Sri Lanka, 91400

Livinya Holiday Resort offers a unique stay near Yala National Park, blending comfort and nature. The resort features stunning gardens and an outdoor swimming pool, providing a serene environment for guests. With a focus on hospitality, Livinya Holiday Resort provides convenient services such as late-night room service and a variety of recreational amenities.

Location

Situated in Kataragama, the resort is conveniently located near notable landmarks like Yala National Park and Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara, approximately 18 km away. Guests benefit from easy access to local transportation options. The closest airport is Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport, just 33 km from the resort.

Rooms

Guests can choose from various accommodations, including double rooms, triple rooms, and family rooms, each equipped with air conditioning and a private bathroom. Every room features essential amenities like a flat-screen TV and a wardrobe, ensuring comfort during your stay. Some units also offer balconies that provide scenic views.

Eat & Drink

The resort's restaurant serves a wide range of local, Asian, and international cuisine, catering to diverse culinary preferences. Guests can enjoy à la carte and vegetarian breakfast options every morning, ensuring a great start to the day. The onsite dining experience focuses on flavors and freshness.

Leisure & Business

Livinya Holiday Resort offers an outdoor swimming pool as a primary recreational amenity, perfect for relaxation. The garden area provides a peaceful setting to unwind amidst natural beauty. Standard services, including free WiFi in public areas, enhance the leisure experience for all guests.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe Triple Room

Max:

2 persons

29 m²

Bed options:

2 Double beds

Shower

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Deluxe Room

Max:

2 persons

25 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

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Deluxe Family Room

Max:

4 persons

40 m²

Bed options:

2 Queen Size Beds

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Getting around

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City Centre

Kataragama400 m

Airports

Mattala Rajapaksa International (HRI) 46.0 km

Mawella Lagoon SPB (DIW) 105.8 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Meals!

“The food was excellent, especially the potato curry and string hoppers. Every meal was a delight!” view full review

Refreshing Pool

“The swimming pool was large and impeccably clean, providing a perfect spot for relaxation and fun.” view full review

Quick Response

“When we had concerns, the staff was incredibly responsive, addressing every issue promptly to ensure our comfort.” view full review

Cozy Rooms

“The rooms were designed for comfort, creating a pleasant atmosphere for our stay despite a few minor issues.” view full review

General

Non-smoking property
Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Front desk
Luggage storage

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Dining

Paid breakfast
Restaurant

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Mini-bar
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

17 Sellakataragama Road, Kataragama, Sri Lanka, 91400

Map view

17 Sellakataragama Road, Kataragama, Sri Lanka, 91400

City landmarks

Main Office Ruhunu Maha Kataragama Dewalaya

Mari Amman Kovil

2.3 km

Pagoda

Kirivehara

2.3 km

Kataragama

Murugan Temple

1.0 km

Sri Saddhasoma Pirivena

1.0 km

Kataragama Archaeological Museum

1.4 km

Kataragama

Kebiliththa Dewalaya

1.5 km

Detagamuwa Wewa

1.7 km

Khizar Thakkiya

1.7 km

Sivam Kovil

1.7 km

Kataragama Mahadevale

2.3 km

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Weheragala National Park

2.2 km

Mahamevna Buddhist Monastery

2.2 km

Event hall

Katharagama Museum

2.3 km

Shrines of attendant deities

2.3 km

Archaeological Museum

2.3 km

Visnu kovil

2.3 km

Sri Bhairava Kovil

2.3 km

Arunachalam Pillai Ganesha devale

2.3 km

Bodhi Tree

2.3 km

Ganesha kovil

2.3 km

Kataragama Kiri Vehera

2.3 km

Ul-Khizr Mosque

2.3 km

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Yala National Park Sri Lanka

2.8 km

Sacred Bo Tree

2.6 km

The United Pentecostal Church kataragama

2.8 km

Sri Mayura Golden Temple

2.9 km

Wedihiti Kanda Viharaya

3.3 km

Sella Kataragama Temple

3.9 km

Mahasen

3.8 km

Jayasumanaramaya Temple

3.8 km

Nearby

Kataragama Archaeological Museum

420 m

Sivam Kovil

490 m

Khizar Thakkiya

500 m

Restaurants

The Chill Restaurant

350 m

Abhaya Mawatha

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience

76%

liked the resort and would come back again

Comfortable rooms

Great location

Unhelpful staff

Limited breakfast options

7.6/10

Very good

Rooms

8.4

Location

9.2

Service

8.0

Dining

5.2

David

United States, February 2025

8.0/10

My stay at this resort was quite pleasant overall. The rooms were spacious and meticulously clean, making for a comfortable retreat. The staff were incredibly supportive and helpful, enhancing the experience. The location was superb, with easy access to important sites, but I found the dining options could use some improvement, as they didn't quite meet the expectations considering the price. Also, there was a slight hiccup with our room not being ready upon arrival.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spacious, clean, and had comfy beds with private balconies, which I really appreciated.

Service

9.0

The service was great; the staff arranged tours for us on short notice, which made our trip much easier.

Location

10.0

The location was perfect for accessing both Katharagama Devalaya and Kiri Vehera, making it very convenient for my visits.

Dining

5.0

Dining could definitely be improved as I found the options underwhelming for the price.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities met my expectations, but nothing stood out as exceptional.

Frances

United States, February 2025

8.0/10

I really enjoyed my stay at this resort! The rooms were spotless and very comfortable, making it easy to relax after a day of exploring. The friendly staff made my experience even better. I particularly loved the pool area, which was wonderful for unwinding. However, the dining options could use some improvement, especially for breakfast. Overall, it offers great value for money.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were clean and comfortable, providing a nice space to unwind.

Service

8.0

The staff was nice and always willing to help, which made my stay more enjoyable.

Location

9.0

This resort is conveniently located close to several temple areas and the national park, making it easy to visit various attractions.

Dining

5.0

While the food was decent, breakfast options felt limited and could definitely be improved.

Facilities

9.0

The pool area was well-maintained, providing a perfect spot to relax after a long day.

David

United States, January 2025

7.0/10

I had a pleasant stay at this resort, although there were a few hiccups. The rooms were spacious and comfortable, making it feel like a home away from home for my two days in Katharagama. The service was exceptional, and the staff was incredibly friendly. However, the dining could use some improvement, and there were some missing amenities that made access a little tricky. Overall, it offers good value for the money, especially given its great location for exploring local religious sites.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were spacious and comfortable with clean sheets and towels, which made our stay really homely. However, I did notice that some amenities like bath mats and mosquito nets weren’t ready for us upon arrival, despite prior notification.

Service

9.0

Service was simply excellent; the staff were nice, friendly and supportive. I was on a lengthy call with the owner, who was very helpful with our queries.

Location

8.0

The resort is well-placed for accessing Katharagama Devalaya and Kiri Vehera, and it was convenient for visiting the Kataragama Temple and other nearby sites. It was just a short walk to the central area, making it easy to get around.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience could definitely be improved. While we got tasty and simple vegetarian food, it didn’t quite match the resort's standing and price. The options felt a bit limited.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were okay, though some standard items were missing which could have enhanced our stay. Overall, it was decent but not exceptional.

Charlotte

United States, September 2024

7.4/10

I had a pleasant stay at the hotel, which was in a great spot, just a short drive from important temples. The rooms were spacious and clean, making me feel comfortable. The service was exceptional, with staff always ready to assist. On the downside, the dining options were limited and didn’t offer good value for money.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were spacious and clean, providing a comfortable stay.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent, with staff being very helpful and accommodating.

Location

9.0

The hotel is conveniently located close to Kiri Vehera and the Katharagama Devalaya, which was a major plus for me.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were quite poor and felt like they weren't worth the price.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were decent but not as luxurious as I expected from a resort.

John

United States, September 2024

7.8/10

I had a pleasant stay at the hotel, as the rooms were extremely comfortable and clean, featuring high vaulted ceilings and private balconies. The location is just perfect, with key attractions like Maha dewalaya and the market within walking distance. However, I did encounter an issue with an unhelpful response from the staff regarding a power cut, which was a bit disappointing. Overall, I found good value for my money.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were extremely comfortable with high vaulted ceilings, very comfy beds, and extremely clean bathrooms. Most of them had their own private balconies, which added to the comfort.

Service

5.0

While one staff member was not very friendly and unhelpful about a power issue, I did find others eager to assist. It was a mixed bag in terms of service.

Location

10.0

The hotel has a superb location, within walking distance to important places like the devalaya and the market. It's very convenient for exploring the area.

Dining

7.0

I enjoyed the breakfast experience, although it could have included more options. Fresh orange juice was a nice touch.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel has nice facilities with everything you need, but nothing particularly stood out as exceptional.

Comfortable rooms

Unhelpful staff