--- title: "Kithala Resort - Thema Collection, Yala | StayVersus" description: "Kithala Resort - Thema Collection in Yala: rated 8.3 by guests, 4-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side." url: https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/kithala-resort-thema-collection-yala/ language: en source: StayVersus (https://stayversus.com) retrieved: 2026-10-14 --- Resort · ★★★★ · Thema Collection # Kithala Resort - Thema Collection Tissamaharama, Yala, Sri Lanka 8.3 · Very good 186 reviews · #39 #39 of 70 in Yala · 3.7 Location score ## About Kithala Resort - Thema Collection Kithala Resort - Thema Collection is a resort in Tissamaharama, Yala, Sri Lanka. It holds a 4-star rating. Guests rate it 8.3 out of 10 across 186 reviews. Facilities include swimming pool, bar, airport transfer, free parking, free wi-fi. It is 1.1 km from the centre of Yala. The nearest airport, Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport (HRI), is 19 km away. - **Type:** Resort - **Star rating:** ★★★★ - **Check-in from:** 12:00 - **Check-out until:** 12:00 - **Rooms:** 40 - **Floors:** 2 - **Opened:** 1995 - **Chain:** Thema Collection - **Other stays within 500 m:** 15 Kataragama Road, Tissamaharama [themacollection.com](https://www.themacollection.com/kithala-resort/) ## How Kithala Resort - Thema Collection scores Better rated than 31% of hotels in Yala - Guest rating **8.3** - Location **3.7** - Facilities **6.7** - Families **1.0** - Spa & wellness **1.5** Yala average ## Amenities Swimming poolBarAirport transferFree parkingFree Wi-Fi ### Pool & wellness - Swimming pool ### Food & drink - Breakfast - Bar - Room service ### Leisure - Terrace ### Internet - Free Wi-Fi ### Parking & transport - Free parking ### Services - Airport transfer - Shuttle - Car hire - Concierge - Laundry - Luggage storage ### In the rooms - Air conditioning - Balcony - Minibar - In-room safe - Coffee or tea maker Based on the property listing at our booking partner. ## Location - **Location score:** **3.7**/10 - **Walk grade:** **24**/100 Car recommended - **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **2** - **Sights within 1 km:** **2**
Nearest airportMattala Rajapaksa International Airport (HRI)19 km43 min drive
Distance to the centreYala1.1 km19 min walk
### Sights nearby - susantha safari480 m - Yala Safari Jeep tour880 m ## Kithala Resort - Thema Collection: in detail Kithala Resort - Thema Collection provides flawless service and all the necessary facilities for visitors. Stay connected with your associates, as complimentary Wi-Fi is available during your entire visit. To facilitate your arrival and departure, you can pre-book airport transfer services prior to checking in. The resort offers taxi, car hire and shuttle amenities for your ease in navigating around Yala. When arriving by car, you'll be grateful for the on-site complimentary parking at resort. The resort offers reception amenities including concierge service, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes to ensure a comfortable stay for guests. Should you require assistance, the ticket service and tours can also aid in booking tickets and securing reservations at the finest shows and events in the vicinity. Whether it's an extended stay or simply needing fresh attire, dry cleaning service and laundry service provided by resort ensures your cherished travel garments stay spotless and accessible. Your stay will be comfortable with the presence of room service and daily housekeeping as an in-room amenity for your relaxation and enjoyment. To ensure the well-being and convenience of all visitors, smoking is strictly prohibited throughout the entire resort. Smoking is permitted solely in the specified smoking zones allocated by resort. In order to ensure the utmost level of relaxation, the guestrooms feature an inviting design and are equipped with all basic necessities, creating a delightful stay experience. To ensure a pleasant stay, a selection of rooms at resort come furnished with linen service and air conditioning, all designed with your ease in mind. Several chosen accommodations at Kithala Resort - Thema Collection have a balcony or terrace incorporated into the room design. In select rooms, visitors can enjoy a touch of amusement with the availability of television and cable TV for their entertainment needs. Within specific rooms, bottled water, a coffee or tea maker and mini bar is conveniently available for your use. Understanding the significance of bathroom facilities in enhancing visitor contentment, resort offers a hair dryer and toiletries within a few chosen chambers. Start your day stress-free at Kithala Resort - Thema Collection as breakfast is made available for you on the premises. How about kicking off each day of your getaway with a delicious cup of coffee? At the resort, relish in the invigorating taste of a freshly brewed, excellent coffee. Various excellent meal offerings at resort ensure that enticing and easily accessible options are constantly available. Upon your arrival, don't miss experiencing bar for enjoyable in-house evening entertainment. Visitors wishing to create their personal culinary delights will appreciate the on-site BBQ facilities provided at this establishment. Throughout the day, engage in the entertaining activities available at Kithala Resort - Thema Collection. Make sure to discover the readily available beach at resort. Unwind by the pool at resort and cherish a leisurely moment. Enjoy a refreshing beverage al fresco at resort's poolside bar savoring your preferred concoction. ### Compare ## Compare Kithala Resort - Thema Collection with nearby hotels Similar hotels within 3 km. 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Kithala Resort - Thema Collection has a guest rating of 8.3 out of 10 from 186 reviews, which is better than 31% of rated hotels in Yala. ### What are the check-in and check-out times at Kithala Resort - Thema Collection? Check-in starts at 12:00 and check-out is until 12:00. ### Does Kithala Resort - Thema Collection include breakfast? Breakfast is available. Whether it is included depends on the rate you book. ### Does Kithala Resort - Thema Collection have a pool? Yes, Kithala Resort - Thema Collection has a swimming pool. ### Is there parking at Kithala Resort - Thema Collection? Yes, the listing mentions free parking. ### How far is Kithala Resort - Thema Collection from the airport? The nearest airport, Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport (HRI), is 19 km away in a straight line. ### How many rooms does Kithala Resort - Thema Collection have? Kithala Resort - Thema Collection has 40 rooms on 2 floors. Updated 6 Oct 2026. 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