Title: River Shade Inn Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # River Shade Inn Hotel with free parking, 9-minute walk to Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara ## Photo gallery for River Shade Inn ![Front of property - River Shade Inn (Tissamaharama)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118590000/118585300/118585214/d6ebffaa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Daily English breakfast for a fee - River Shade Inn (Tissamaharama)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118590000/118585300/118585214/bf783dff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - River Shade Inn (Tissamaharama)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118590000/118585300/118585214/baf63541.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Daily English breakfast for a fee - River Shade Inn (Tissamaharama)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118590000/118585300/118585214/1f48525b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area - River Shade Inn (Tissamaharama)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118590000/118585300/118585214/4ad2277e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located close to Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara and Yatala Dagoba, River Shade Inn has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Breakfast available £11 includes taxes & fees 28 Feb - 1 Mar ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Feb 14 - Feb 15](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-14&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=118585214&PinnedHotelID=118585214&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-14&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=118585214&PinnedHotelID=118585214&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Feb 15 - Feb 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-15&endDate=2026-02-16&selected=118585214&PinnedHotelID=118585214&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-15&endDate=2026-02-16&selected=118585214&PinnedHotelID=118585214&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Feb 20 - Feb 22](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=118585214&PinnedHotelID=118585214&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=118585214&PinnedHotelID=118585214&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Feb 27 - Mar 1](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=118585214&PinnedHotelID=118585214&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=118585214&PinnedHotelID=118585214&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ### View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ground Floor ![Standard Double Room, Ground Floor | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118590000/118585300/118585214/56c38eaf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room, Ground Floor ### Highlights Air conditioning Pillow menu Separate bedroom Private bathroom Hydromassage showerhead Bidet Laptop workspace Desk - Garden view - 182 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FThissamaharama-Hotels-River-Shade-Inn.h118585214.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FThissamaharama-Hotels-River-Shade-Inn.h118585214.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Thissamaharama, River Shade Inn is in the historical district and near theme parks. Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara and Yatala Dagoba are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Tissa Lake and Debarawewa Lake. Kirinda Beach and Kirinda Temple are two other places to visit that come recommended. [Visit our Thissamaharama travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Thissamaharama.dx691013963817435136) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C6.27834%2C81.28698&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=DEdKhbfzfrTymHbE4t83t1jjolU=) 522/D Gangasiripura, Debarawewa,, Tissamaharama, Southern Province, 82600 ### What's nearby - ![Yala National Park in Sri Lanka 🇱🇰 if you like animal this is the right place to see them their nature life 🐘🐐🦎🦌🐖 ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/645003002291478528/8b54d939-acff-4272-b304-3dddf7885617.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Yala National Park 20 min drive \- 9.7 miles - ![I was very surprised to see a few skin-and-bones elephants in Udawalawe National Park despite it's seemingly lush greenery. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000655797/319c5efc-6a00-424d-860d-3821e87eb749.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Udawalawe National Park 52 min drive \- 33.9 miles - Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara 10 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Tissa Lake 18 min walk \- 1.0 mile - Yatala Dagoba 2 min drive \- 1.2 miles ### Restaurants - Red 8 min walk - Refresh Sea Food Restaurant 3 min drive - Calorian Restaurant 3 min drive - Cafe Culture 11 min drive - Hath Maluwa 8 min walk ## About this property ### River Shade Inn Hotel near Tissa Lake Located close to Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara and Yatala Dagoba, River Shade Inn has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - Free self-parking - English breakfast (surcharge) and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) Room features All guest rooms at River Shade Inn boast perks, such as pillow menus and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and air conditioning. 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check-in end time: 11:30 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 16 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation There is no front desk at this property Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking If you are planning to arrive after 11:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Host will greet you ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for English breakfast: approximately LKR 1600 to 1700 for adults and LKR 1600 to 1700 for children - Airport shuttle fee: LKR 40000 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 cash If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## Frequently asked questions ### Is River Shade Inn pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at River Shade Inn? ### How much is parking at River Shade Inn? ### What time is check-in at River Shade Inn? ### What time is check-out at River Shade Inn? ### Does River Shade Inn provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is River Shade Inn located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## River Shade Inn Reviews 8.0 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Amenities ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Olivia 28 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff was friendly and helpful, we stayed very briefly and the room met our needs. ##### Olivia Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Tisara Villas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Koggala-Hotels-Tisara-Villas.h41949021.Hotel-Information) > > [The Fortress Resort & Spa Galle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Koggala-Hotels-The-Fortress-Resort-Spa.h7821441.Hotel-Information) > > [Heritance Ahungalla](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ahungalla-Hotels-Heritance-Ahungalla.h1526822.Hotel-Information) > > [Koggala Beach Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Koggala-Hotels-Koggala-Beach-Hotel.h7871657.Hotel-Information) > > [Sooriya Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rekawa-Hotels-Sooriya-Resort-Spa.h19652001.Hotel-Information) > > [Talalla Retreat](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Talalla-Hotels-Talalla-Retreat.h7088443.Hotel-Information) > > [Tekanda Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ahangama-Hotels-Tekanda-Lodge.h107597589.Hotel-Information) > > [Le Grand Galle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Galle-Hotels-Le-Grand-Galle-By-Asia-Leisure.h24010679.Hotel-Information) > > [Mandara Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Weligama-Hotels-Mandara-Resort.h7685897.Hotel-Information) > > [Sattva Ahangama](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ahangama-Hotels-Sattva-Ahangama.h104358883.Hotel-Information) > > [Ubuntu Beach Villas By Reveal](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kamburugamuwa-Hotels-Ubuntu-Boutique-Hotel-By-Lantern.h15013869.Hotel-Information) > > [Nyne Hotels The Muse - Bentota](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bentota-Hotels-Taru-Villas-The-Muse.h20014045.Hotel-Information) > > [Weligama Bay Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Weligama-Hotels-Weligama-Bay-Resort.h1487820.Hotel-Information) > > [Taru Villas The Long House - Bentota](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bentota-Hotels-Taru-Villas-The-Long-House.h27202420.Hotel-Information) > > [Green Turtle Villa by The Serendipity Collection](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kosgoda-Hotels-Green-Turtle-Villa.h22575245.Hotel-Information) > > [Turtle Paradise](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rekawa-Hotels-Turtle-Paradise.h22574689.Hotel-Information) > > [Cinnamon Bentota Beach – Signature Selection](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bentota-Hotels-Cinnamon-Bentota-Beach.h36466861.Hotel-Information) > > [Kahanda Kanda](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Angulugaha-Hotels-Kahanda-Kanda.h11263998.Hotel-Information) > > [The Villa Bentota by KK Collection](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bentota-Hotels-The-Villa-Bentota-By-KK-Collection.h76160201.Hotel-Information) > > [Ladja Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ambalanthota-Hotels-Ladja-Beach-Resort.h42476991.Hotel-Information) > > [Talalla Bay Beach House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Talalla-Hotels-Talalla-Bay-Beach-House.h12686846.Hotel-Information) > > [Ayurvie Weligama - Ayurvedic Retreat](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Weligama-Hotels-Ayurvie-Retreat-Weligama.h35173513.Hotel-Information) > > [Lantern Boutique Hotel by Reveal](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kamburugamuwa-Hotels-Lantern-Boutique-Hotel.h11531622.Hotel-Information) > > [Ceylon Wild Safaris Yala](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tissamaharama-Hotels-Ceylon-Wild-Safaris-Yala.h41993440.Hotel-Information) > > [NH Bentota Ceysands Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bentota-Hotels-NH-Bentota-Ceysands-Resort.h8146053.Hotel-Information) > > [Neem Tree House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kirinda-Hotels-Neem-Tree-House.h24402503.Hotel-Information) > > [W15 Weligama](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Weligama-Hotels-W15.h11560777.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Blu Resort Galle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Galle-Hotels-Amari-Galle.h16267123.Hotel-Information) > > [Taavetti](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Galle-Hotels-Taavetti.h95999208.Hotel-Information) ---