--- title: "Hotel Nilketha, Yala: reviews, location & comparison" description: "Hotel Nilketha in Yala: rated 8.6 by guests, 3-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side." url: https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/hotel-nilketha-yala/ language: en source: StayVersus (https://stayversus.com) retrieved: 2026-10-12 --- Hotel · ★★★ # Hotel Nilketha Tissamaharama, Yala, Sri Lanka 8.6 · Very good 69 reviews · #19 #19 of 70 in Yala · 2.5 Location score ## About Hotel Nilketha Hotel Nilketha is a hotel in Tissamaharama, Yala, Sri Lanka. It holds a 3-star rating. Guests rate it 8.6 out of 10 across 69 reviews. Facilities include swimming pool, free parking, free wi-fi, 24-hour room service. It is 2.3 km from the centre of Yala. The nearest airport, Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport (HRI), is 18 km away. - **Type:** Hotel - **Star rating:** ★★★ - **Check-in from:** 12:00 - **Check-out until:** 11:30 - **Rooms:** 12 - **Floors:** 2 - **Opened:** 2015 - **Last renovated:** 2015 - **Other stays within 500 m:** 6 Helambagaswela Road [hotelnilketha.com](http://www.hotelnilketha.com/) ## How Hotel Nilketha scores Better rated than 70% of hotels in Yala - Guest rating **8.6** - Location **2.5** - Facilities **5.0** - Families **1.0** - Spa & wellness **1.5** Yala average ## Amenities Swimming poolFree parkingFree Wi-Fi24-hour room service ### Pool & wellness - Swimming pool ### Food & drink - Breakfast - 24-hour room service ### Leisure - Terrace ### Internet - Free Wi-Fi ### Parking & transport - Free parking ### Services - Car hire - Laundry ### In the rooms - Balcony - Blackout curtains Based on the property listing at our booking partner. ## Location - **Location score:** **2.5**/10 - **Walk grade:** **15**/100 Car recommended - **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **2** - **Sights within 1 km:** **0**
Nearest airportMattala Rajapaksa International Airport (HRI)18 km40 min drive
Distance to the centreYala2.3 km5 min drive
### Sights nearby - Yala Jeep Safari | YalaSafariTours.lk1.1 km - Yala Safari Jeep tour1.8 km ## Hotel Nilketha: in detail Hotel Nilketha offers top-notch services and amenities, ensuring guests experience utmost comfort. Share your photos and respond to emails at your convenience, thanks to the free Wi-Fi internet access offered by hotel. Should you require transportation to or from the airport, hotel is able to organize it prior to your arrival date. Experience the wonders of Yala with ease by utilizing the services provided at car hire. Visitors can take advantage of complimentary parking directly at the hotel. The accommodating team at the reception will aid you with amenities such as express check-in or check-out. Should you desire access to the top entertainment in the city, assistance can be provided by the hotel's tours. Relax and feel the warmth in the hotel's inviting lobby, featuring an enchanting on-site fireplace. Traveling with minimal baggage is achievable at Hotel Nilketha, as the hotel's dry cleaning service and laundry service ensures your garments stay fresh. Room amenities like 24-hour room service and room service contribute to making a perfect selection for your stay. Smoking is limited to specified smoking zones. Each accommodation at Hotel Nilketha is thoughtfully created and adorned to provide visitors with a comfortable, home-like atmosphere. In certain rooms, the hotel offers linen service and blackout curtains for guest convenience and satisfaction. At Hotel Nilketha, the uniquely tailored rooms provide a configuration choice resembling a balcony or terrace. Rest assured, in a few chosen rooms, the presence of bottled water can be found. Maintain your cleanliness and comfort using a hair dryer, toiletries and bathrobes available in select guest restrooms. Embark on your holiday experience in the most ideal manner. Commence each morning of your visit with an on-site breakfast. Should you prefer not to venture out for a meal, the enticing culinary choices at hotel are always available for your satisfaction. Indulge in the numerous pursuits available at Hotel Nilketha. Make certain to allocate time for discovering the shoreline, easily reachable right from the hotel. Each day at hotel, immerse yourself in the invigorating waters of the pool, perfect for a rejuvenating plunge or a series of revitalizing laps. ### Compare ## Compare Hotel Nilketha with nearby hotels Similar hotels within 3 km. 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Hotel Nilketha has a guest rating of 8.6 out of 10 from 69 reviews, which is better than 70% of rated hotels in Yala. ### What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Nilketha? Check-in starts at 12:00 and check-out is until 11:30. ### Does Hotel Nilketha include breakfast? Breakfast is available. Whether it is included depends on the rate you book. ### Does Hotel Nilketha have a pool? Yes, Hotel Nilketha has a swimming pool. ### Is there parking at Hotel Nilketha? Yes, the listing mentions free parking. ### How far is Hotel Nilketha from the airport? The nearest airport, Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport (HRI), is 18 km away in a straight line. ### How many rooms does Hotel Nilketha have? Hotel Nilketha has 12 rooms on 2 floors. Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. 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