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About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: Funky Leopard Safari Lodge in Kataragama offers a hostel with private check-in and check-out services. Guests enjoy free WiFi, a year-round outdoor swimming pool, and a lush garden.
Dining and Leisure: The modern, family-friendly restaurant serves local and European cuisines with halal, kosher, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. Additional amenities include a bar, terrace, and outdoor fireplace.
Convenient Location: Located 39 km from Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport, the hostel is near attractions such as Kataragama Temple (6 km) and Bundala Bird Sanctuary (48 km). Guests appreciate the proximity to nature and excellent service.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.
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Guest reviews
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Staff
9.4
Facilities
7.5
Cleanliness
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Value for money
8.0
Location
8.5
Free WiFi
8.8
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Guests who stayed here loved
Milinda
Sri Lanka
“Amazing stay! This resort is surrounded by nature, very peaceful and relaxing. Staff were super friendly and helpful throughout our stay.”
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Sally
Ireland
“We were so looked after during our stay here. They organised safaris,night walks, tuk tuks and meals for us! Aruna has so much knowledge about all things wildlife and the place is so lucky to have him. We loved our stay here.”
Martin
Sweden
“Nice team that worked at the lodge. Very helpful and sharing.”
Veronique
Belgium
“Very knowledgable staff. Very friendly. Nice safari and local walks.”
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Tomas
United Kingdom
“Really friendly and attentive staff. Fantastic location for yala and ability to include the safari made it all super simple. Beds were really comfy, air con was good. Serving tea and snacks at 17:30 was a lovely surprise.
Pool is small but still...”
Claudia
Australia
“One of our favourite stays in all of Sri Lanka. Anton went above and beyond to make us feel comfortable and help in any way he could. He lent us money when we didn’t have the right change for the safari on our first day, and thoughtfully provided...”
Courtney
Australia
“We stayed for 2 nights in a cabin. The staff were really friendly. We did the morning and afternoon game drive and the safari guide was really knowledgeable. We saw a lot of elephants. We had breakfast and dinner and all the food was lovely”
Charlotte
United Kingdom
“A perfect stay! Anton and Aruna were fantastic hosts and really looked after us. Anton went out of his way to provide gluten free food for me which was so appreciated. Aruna was incredibly passionate about his work and it was great that he...”
Zoë
France
“Surrounded by nature, with monkeys and peacocks
Brilliant BBQ dinner and a lovely takeaway breakfast provided for the Safari. Tea, coffee and biscuits at both 5pm and 5am!
Anton made our stay wonderful and organised our Safari - we had the most...”
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Leith
United Kingdom
“The staff at the lodge were exceptionally accommodating and knowledgeable of the wildlife/area. They were flexible and adaptive to providing safari and meals. The setting was beautiful with amazing animals to see within the grounds”
Funky Leopard Safari Lodge Bordering Yala National Park takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 13:00 to 17:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 06:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Accepted payment methods
Cash
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Funky Leopard Safari Lodge Bordering Yala National Park in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
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Sri Lanka“Amazing stay! This resort is surrounded by nature, very peaceful and relaxing. Staff were super friendly and helpful throughout our stay.”
Ireland“We were so looked after during our stay here. They organised safaris,night walks, tuk tuks and meals for us! Aruna has so much knowledge about all things wildlife and the place is so lucky to have him. We loved our stay here.”
Sweden“Nice team that worked at the lodge. Very helpful and sharing.”
Veronique
Belgium“Very knowledgable staff. Very friendly. Nice safari and local walks.”
United Kingdom“Really friendly and attentive staff. Fantastic location for yala and ability to include the safari made it all super simple. Beds were really comfy, air con was good. Serving tea and snacks at 17:30 was a lovely surprise. Pool is small but still...”
Claudia
Australia“One of our favourite stays in all of Sri Lanka. Anton went above and beyond to make us feel comfortable and help in any way he could. He lent us money when we didn’t have the right change for the safari on our first day, and thoughtfully provided...”
France“Surrounded by nature, with monkeys and peacocks Brilliant BBQ dinner and a lovely takeaway breakfast provided for the Safari. Tea, coffee and biscuits at both 5pm and 5am! Anton made our stay wonderful and organised our Safari - we had the most...”
