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Mandara Rosen

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A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a building in the background. - Mandara Rosen (Kataragama)
A symmetrical building with a central corridor flanked by rooms, a green lawn, and a mountain in the background. - Mandara Rosen (Kataragama)
A spacious lobby with a wooden floor, a reception desk, and potted plants. - Mandara Rosen (Kataragama)
A symmetrical corridor with a central garden feature, flanked by balconies and columns, leading to a central open space. - Mandara Rosen (Kataragama)
A spacious dining hall with multiple tables set for service, wooden chairs, and a high ceiling with hanging decorations. - Mandara Rosen (Kataragama)
Take advantage of a rooftop terrace, shopping on site, and a coffee shop/cafe at Mandara Rosen. Take some time to relax at the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy international cuisine at the on-site restaurant. In addition to a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

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Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

About the neighborhood

Located in Kataragama, Mandara Rosen is in the historical district and in a national park. Kataragama Archaeological Museum and Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Yala National Park and Lunugamvehera National Park. Visit our Kataragama travel guide
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No. 57 Detagamuwa, Kataragama

What's nearby

  • A flooded landscape with elephants and a dry tree.
    Yala National Park
    4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • A variety of fruits including bananas, oranges, apples, and pineapples.
    Kataragama Temple
    4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Kataragama Archaeological Museum
    4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Sacred Bo Tree
    4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Kiri Vehera
    4 min drive - 1.9 miles

Restaurants

  • Cafe J Restaurant
    2 min drive
  • Gangarama Pilgrim's Canteen
    6 min drive
  • Shaiwa Restaurant
    8 min walk
  • Sigithi Food Cabin
    4 min drive
  • hotel nandana katharagama
    3 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 12 for adults and USD 6 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Caffe

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub or rainfall showerhead
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 12.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 12 for adults and USD 6 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 110 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 12.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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 credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Does Mandara Rosen have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Mandara Rosen pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Mandara Rosen?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Mandara Rosen?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Mandara Rosen provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 110 per vehicle applies.

Where is Mandara Rosen located?

Situated in the historical district, this spa hotel is 1.8 mi (3 km) from Kataragama Temple and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Yala National Park. Kataragama Archaeological Museum and Kiri Vehera are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Mandara Rosen Reviews

7.0

Good

7.4

Cleanliness

6.6

Location

7.2

Staff & service

6.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 24 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ganesh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommended very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Nikhil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff, nice pool and pool guy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Kandiah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, quiet and enjoyable
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

NAVAJEEVA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is our usual place to stay when we go to Kataragama with the whole family. It’s very welcoming and a happy place to stay for the night. Very clean and food is great.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Don J.

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Won't stay again unless quality is improved

Low quality breakfast & dinners , sad to see standard of this hotel is declining . Inexperienced management seems to be the issue . Have no clue of guests expectations .
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Prashanie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was one of the worst hotel experiences I’ve ever had. The room itself was dirty—stained bed sheets, no duvet - just a thin sheet, plugs falling off the walls with exposed wiring, clumps of dust and towels that were old and fraying at the edges. There wasn’t even a bottle of water in the room. The worst part? They gave us a room that was already occupied by another guest. Imagine walking into what you think is your room, only to find someone else already there. It was deeply embarrassing and unsettling, and yet there was no apology from the staff. To add to the frustration, when I asked for a spare room key as I was sharing a room with a family member, receptionist told me she’d already given one to the other guest and when I explained that I needed my own as I had a few plans on my own, she rolled her eyes before finally handing over a card—begrudgingly. The corridors were pitch black, with no lighting whatsoever, making it dangerous to walk through. Worse still, the only way to get to the first floor was via an open staircase. When it rained, the floor became slippery, and with no warning signs, it was a complete hazard. The entire experience felt unsafe, unprofessional, and deeply unpleasant. The standards of this hotel had gone downhill significantly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Old and dirty hotel. They havent done anything in 20 years. Its almost like a ruin. Nice staff. But the hotel is not worth its price
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Tam

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we have stayed at Mandara Rosen a lot of time in the past but never had a bad experience like this time. We booked accommodation a few months back and requested a rollaway bed but it was not organised when we checked in. Sadly I had to ask 3 times to get the extra bed organised. Not to mention, staff has forgotten to put the pillow cases! We were so disappointed with the service and condition of the property. It used to be the best hotel in Katharagama but not anymore. Truly disappointed and not going to recommend this hotel for to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sugeesha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Stay

It was a great stay and staff was friendly. Good food and hotel was great too.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
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4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Mandara Rosen stinks. There was a smell of sewerage all over the place. It was nauseating.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a very good place good soirrounding . Luckily still managing and maintaining this place same as 20 years ago. But needs more additions such as user friendly for comments
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
WE checked in on December 9th around 2 PM. We went to Katharagama to visit the Sacred Temple. We drove about 9 hours to get there. We wanted to Shower and change . NO hot water. I informed the front desk. They told me that they had a problem it will clear in about 20 minutes. It never did. I called again after an hour. waited till 5.30 PM. No hot water. Had a cold shower and went to the temple. No hot water that night. we checked out next day morning. I wanted them to discount my room. Manager offered me 3 water bottles. I was so upset I walked out.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Dayan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good hotel in great location in terms of proximity to the Katharagama Shrine. The floors in the room, bathroom and hallways get really slippery when wet - very dangerous. Also there are no convenient / functional charging points which is a real problem. Also I could not get the Wifi to work.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carlie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely, Quiet and Staff Very Helpful

We had 3 rooms booked for 2 nights. We really enjoyed our stay. Lovely, Quiet and Staff Very Helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Karen

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Soba

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Dinuka

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Aneesha

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018