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What Is a Hostel?


If you're searching for low-cost places to stay in Kataragama, a hostel in town could be a great choice. These dorm-style accommodations come in quite a few shapes and sizes, but all of them have a few qualities in common:

  • Low prices
  • A social setting
  • Shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too)

By going with a hostel in Kataragama, you can spend less on lodging and set aside more of your money for exploring during your vacation. You'll find safari tours and more activities to enjoy while you're here.


Hostels in Kataragama

Need some guidance on where to stay in Kataragama? This hostel is popular:

Funky Leopard Safari Hostel - You can take advantage of free WiFi and free parking, as well as a restaurant. Rooms come with showers and free toiletries.


When Is the Best Time to Visit Kataragama?


The weather can be important when you're experiencing new places, so here's a little information that may be helpful:


  • The hottest months are typically April and March, while January and February are the coldest months
  • January-March: Daytime temperatures average 89° F and nighttime temperatures average 72° F
  • April-June: 89° F is the daytime average and 74° F is the nighttime average
  • July-September: Daytime averages are around 88° F and nighttime averages are around 75° F
  • October-December: The average temperatures are 87° F during the day and 72° F at night
  • Average rainfall is 2.48 inches in a year

What Can I Do in Kataragama?


Depending on what interests you, you might like these places:

Natural Features
  • Sacred Bo Tree
  • Weheragala Lake
  • Lunugamvehera National Park
Landmarks
  • Kataragama Archaeological Museum
  • Kataragama Temple Complex
  • Yatala Dagoba
Additional Attractions
  • Yala National Park
  • Tissa Lake
  • Patanangala Tsunami Memorial

Overall, Kataragama is known for its:

  • Camping
  • Safari tours
  • Wildlife
  • Temples
  • Parks
  • Cultural attractions

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Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Kataragama?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save your budget for going out. You’ll find safari tours and more activities to enjoy while you’re here.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), low prices, and a social environment.
What are the best hostels in Kataragama?
While you’re deciding on somewhere to stay, check out this top hostel in Kataragama: Funky Leopard Safari Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Yala National Park. You can take advantage of free WiFi and free parking, as well as a restaurant. Rooms come with showers and free toiletries.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Kataragama?
Good weather’s always better when you’re discovering new places, so here’s a little information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually April and March with an average temp of 82°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 79°F. The rainiest months in Kataragama are July, August, December, and November, with each month seeing an average of 8 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Kataragama?
Depending on what interests you, you might appreciate the area around Kataragama. Major attractions include Yala National Park. Get out into nature with places like Lunugamvehera National Park, Kumana National Park, and Sacred Bo Tree. Visit landmarks like Kataragama Temple Complex, Kataragama Archaeological Museum, and Sithulpawwa Buddhist Monastery.

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