Serene Park Hotel by Ark

I don't even stay here, they let us book the room, afterward tell us cancel, cause they say we are close today, I booked 3 rooms, and I need to carry my things to look for hotel again nearby, owner say will refund, after I cancel, let's wait, rest assure

Amazing views and a quiet area nestled in the paddy fields. The friendly staff made our stay even more enjoyable. The pool was just what we needed to unwind and cool off. While there was no fridge in the room for cold drinks, everything else was great. The nearby lake was beautiful, and it was lovely to see the locals chilling there in the evening.

My original plan of a 1-night stay turned into 3 nights purely based on the property and the team. The rooms are spacious and well appointed, with clean linen and towels. The wooden floors are a nice look and feel. The air-conditioning works very well. An unbelievable amount of space for work / lounging. The room itself has a work desk which is perfect for remote work. The balcony is small but functional, and overlooks the majestic Tissa Lake. Spacious terraces on the 1st and 2nd levels as well as a rooftop with spectacular views of the surrounding fields and the lake. I got plenty of work done and attended web-based meetings in peace, against an amazing backdrop. At the end of the day it is the people that make a difference, and this is where Yasith and his team were exemplary. From his kind, attentive service to the care he displays to guests and the property (and of course by the way he treats Kalu, the adorable orphaned puppy), Yasith leads from the front. I noted among other things his meticulous bookkeeping skills, which is a rare find for any property. Suffice to say I have found my stay whenever I return to Tissa. What better place for a morning/evening stroll than the bank of Tissa lake. For any reasonable person willing to stay at a 3-star hotel and not expect 5-star amenities, Serene Park Hotel by Ark has all the right things in place. Full disclosure, I did not have any meals at the premises; as I am very familiar with Tissa I enjoy the many local options available nearby.