Title: Tara Watergate Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=691013963817435136&destination=Thissamaharama%2C+Southern+Province%2C+Sri+Lanka&selected=31379230&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Tara Watergate Hotel Travelers recharge with concierge assistance at this urban retreat, where barbecue grills and a sun-drenched outdoor pool create perfect relaxation opportunities ## Photo gallery for Tara Watergate Hotel ![Interior - Tara Watergate Hotel (Thissamaharama)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31380000/31379300/31379230/3c81a9a9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Reception - Tara Watergate Hotel (Thissamaharama)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31380000/31379300/31379230/17efbbe0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board - Tara Watergate Hotel (Thissamaharama)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31380000/31379300/31379230/ae083af4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served - Tara Watergate Hotel (Thissamaharama)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31380000/31379300/31379230/6a3420ce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Tara Watergate Hotel (Thissamaharama)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31380000/31379300/31379230/c093a603.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Tara Watergate Hotel, in the city center, offers a genuine escape from urban bustle. Guests can relax on the sunny terrace or explore the garden. Practical amenities include an outdoor pool, restaurant, and high-speed WiFi to enhance any stay. ## Popular amenities - Pool - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning - Business services ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-31&endDate=2026-04-01&selected=31379230&PinnedHotelID=31379230&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-31&endDate=2026-04-01&selected=31379230&PinnedHotelID=31379230&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-01&endDate=2026-04-02&selected=31379230&PinnedHotelID=31379230&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-01&endDate=2026-04-02&selected=31379230&PinnedHotelID=31379230&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=31379230&PinnedHotelID=31379230&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=31379230&PinnedHotelID=31379230&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=31379230&PinnedHotelID=31379230&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=31379230&PinnedHotelID=31379230&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options ### View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking ![Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31380000/31379300/31379230/ced4f95f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking - 370 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### Standard Room - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[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%7C6.29920%2C81.28527&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=g-lISIjQv5FkdMSFj4U-fRtpNhw=) Court Road, Thissamaharama, SP, 82600 ### What's nearby - ![Kataragama Temple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6141216/75934a68-3e0f-49f3-96a9-8ffd977a2913.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kataragama Temple 23 min drive \- 12.5 miles - ![Yala National Park](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 25 min drive \- 11.5 miles - ![Udawalawe National Park](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 57 min drive \- 35.7 miles - Tissa Lake 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara 6 min drive \- 2.1 miles ### Restaurants - Red 7 min drive - Refresh Sea Food Restaurant 4 min drive - Calorian Restaurant 4 min drive - Cafe Culture 14 min drive - Hath Maluwa 6 min drive ## About this property ### Tara Watergate Hotel Property highlights You can look forward to a terrace, a garden and a restaurant at Tara Watergate Hotel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - An outdoor pool - Free self-parking - Express check-out, express check-in and smoke-free property - Meeting rooms, wedding services and luggage storage Room features All guest rooms at Tara Watergate Hotel boast comforts, such as air conditioning and separate dining areas, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and safes. More amenities include: - Bathrooms with showers and bidets - 32-inch LED TVs with cable channels - Balconies, separate dining areas and electric kettles ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21110000/21107800/21107794/33249678.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Yala Golden Wild Thissamaharama - Pool - Breakfast included - Kids’ pool - Parking included 8.8 Excellent 22 reviews £58 includes taxes & fees 5 Apr - 6 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-05&endDate=2026-04-06&selected=21107794&PinnedHotelID=21107794&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11570000/11568600/11568511/e44a5a77.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Yala Safari Camping Kataragama - Breakfast included - All-inclusive - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 9.6 Exceptional 31 reviews £190 includes taxes & fees 7 Apr - 8 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-07&endDate=2026-04-08&selected=11568511&PinnedHotelID=11568511&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114100000/114095200/114095161/945a042c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Yala Leonine Villa Tissamaharama - 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Food and drink - A restaurant ### Restaurants on site - Tara Watregate ### Things to do - Outdoor pool ### Family friendly - Outdoor pool - Separate in-room dining area - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Concierge services - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance - Wedding services ### Business services - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - Picnic area - Terrace ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Bidet - Free toiletries - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch LED TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Free bottled water - Limited room service - Separate dining area ### More - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Desk - Iron/ironing board on request - Phone - Safe - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM Late check-in subject to availability Express check-in available Minimum check-in age - 15 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Late check-out subject to availability Late check-out fee: USD 1000 Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9 PM Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 6 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 Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 1 child, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ## Important information ### Optional extras - Late check-out fee: USD 1000 (subject to availability) 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 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 Pool access available from 7:30 AM to 7:30 PM Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### Property is also known as Tara Watergate Hotel Tissamaharama Tara Watergate Tissamaharama Tara Watergate Tara Watergate Hotel Hotel Tara Watergate Hotel Thissamaharama Tara Watergate Hotel Hotel Thissamaharama ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Tara Watergate Hotel have a pool? ### Is Tara Watergate Hotel pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Tara Watergate Hotel? ### What time is check-in at Tara Watergate Hotel? ### What time is check-out at Tara Watergate Hotel? ### Where is Tara Watergate Hotel located? ### Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent ---