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Wild Culture Yala

Hotel in Yala

Set in Yala, 1.6 km from Kirinda Beach, Wild Culture Yala offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

J
João
From
Portugal
Our two-night stay at this hotel was undoubtedly one of the best experiences we've ever had, and certainly the best in Sri Lanka. The room was amazing—spacious, beautifully decorated, and tastefully designed. The hotel facilities were excellent, including a stunning pool overlooking the rice fields, a mini-golf course, and an air rifle shooting range. We had all our meals at the hotel, trying various dishes, and every single one was exceptional—far superior to anything else we had during our trip in Sri Lanka. We also booked a safari through the hotel, and we highly recommend it. The process was effortless, and they even prepared a small basket with water and cookies for us to take along. Last but not least, the staff were incredibly attentive, always smiling, and went above and beyond to ensure our stay was perfect. Without a doubt, a truly unique and unforgettable experience!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 512 reviews
Price from
US$164.50
1 night, 2 adults

Rock Wild Yala

Hotel in Yala

Located in Yala, 600 metres from Kirinda Beach, Rock Wild Yala provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

K
Kosowska
From
Norway
Amazing, great if you want to go to Yala safari.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 272 reviews
Price from
US$200
1 night, 2 adults

Jetwing Yala

Hotel in Yala

Spread across 38 acres of land, Jetwing Yala features an outdoor pool, a business centre and luxurious rooms located on the borders of Yala National Park.

C
Charlene Brown- Sackley
From
Malaysia
Location and service excellent
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 474 reviews
Price from
US$185.27
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Elephant Reach

Hotel in Yala

Located in the town of Tissamaharama, Elephant Reach is a 265 km drive, south from Colombo. The eco-friendly hotel offers an outdoor pool and a restaurant.

N
Nizwan
From
Sri Lanka
The hotel manager and the satff were amazing. Kudos to them! Thank you so much for your hospitality.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 384 reviews
Price from
US$117.45
1 night, 2 adults

Aqua Hotel Yala

Hotel in Yala

Situated in Yala, 8.4 km from Tissa Wewa, Aqua Hotel Yala features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews
Price from
US$48
1 night, 2 adults

Haritha Resort Yala

Hotel in Yala

Set in Yala, 12 km from Tissa Wewa, Haritha Resort Yala offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

L
Luis
From
Ukraine
Good for safari, very near to Yala Park. People very helpful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 72 reviews
Price from
US$31
1 night, 2 adults

Lowin Yala

Hotel in Yala

Located in Yala, 14 km from Tissa Wewa, Lowin Yala provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

S
Sampath Kusumsiri
From
Australia
Its given real experience of living in jungle, preserved wilderness around the premises given an extra value. Its an ideal place to relax in the jungle.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 70 reviews
Price from
US$150.80
1 night, 2 adults

Arana Yala

Hotel in Yala

Situated in Yala, 1.8 km from Kirinda Beach, Arana Yala features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

K
Kasturi
From
Australia
This was a nicely designed hotel, with spacious rooms. Conveniently located for Yala safari pickups. There was even a peacock to greet us every morning outside our balcony!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.6
Passable - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$90
1 night, 2 adults

Yakaduru - Yala

Yala

Yakaduru Yala is located on the buffer Zone of Yala National Park. It's just 5 minutes away from the Yala National Park Entrance.

M
Mufaddal
From
Georgia
Our experience at Yakaduru was nothing short of exceptional! The host, his naturalist and also the rest of the team went above and beyond to make our stay memorable. Their warmth and knowledge added an enriching layer to our visit, making it truly outstanding. The entire team exhibited unparalleled cooperation, ensuring that every detail of our experience was tailored to perfection. Their commitment to providing the best service was evident in their efforts to go the extra mile. Let's talk about the food—it was an absolute delight! Kudos to the chef and the kitchen team for their incredible dishes. The rooms were a beautiful fusion of earthy aesthetics, sustainability, and immaculate cleanliness. It's rare to find accommodations that are not only comfortable but also environmentally conscious—a true testament to their dedication to responsible hospitality. In summary, this place isn't just a stay—it's an experience crafted with care, passion, and a genuine desire to provide guests with something truly exceptional. It is a must visit spot in Sri Lanka
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,082 reviews
Price from
US$153
1 night, 2 adults

Udara Guest - Yala Safari

Yala

Featuring a garden, terrace and views of garden, Udara Guest - Yala Safari is located in Yala, 1.5 km from Kirinda Beach. This villa provides free private parking, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.

A
Artem
From
Russia
The hospitable host, delicious food, comfortable bed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 153 reviews
Price from
US$80
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotels with airport shuttles in Yala

Airport shuttle (free)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 95 reviews
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 43 reviews
From US$31.19 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 278 reviews
From US$1,259.52 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 272 reviews
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 72 reviews
From US$49.95 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews
From US$37.88 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews
From US$150 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 198 reviews
From US$77.60 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 55 reviews
From US$138.20 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 47 reviews
From US$22.50 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.6
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 512 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
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Budget hotels in Yala and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews

Situated in Yala, less than 1 km from Situlpawwa, Kulu Safaris - All Inclusive features accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning and access to a garden with a terrace.

Hotels located in the centre of Yala

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 84 reviews

Featuring a swimming pool, a garden, a terrace and views of the pool, Yala Leopard Lodge is located in Yala and provides accommodation with free WiFi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 458 reviews

Set just 8.5 km from Situlpawwa, Mahoora Yala - by Eco Team features accommodation in Yala with access to an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, as well as a 24-hour front desk.

From US$460 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 94 reviews

Nestled amidst forest and lake bordering the national park and close to the quieter Katagamuwa gate, Leopard Trails tented camp allows guests to experience the wilderness in comfortable air...

Yala Expeditions, a property with a garden, is situated in Yala, 45 km from Tissa Wewa, 28 km from Kataragama Temple, as well as 40 km from Ranminitenna Tele Cinema Village.

From US$66.60 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 330 reviews

Big Game Yala - by Eco Team is located on the edge of Yala National Parks, a 20-minute drive from the Katagamuwa park entrance.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 99 reviews

Located in the deep south of Sri Lanka, Chena Huts is just 5-minute away from Yala National Park.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews

Situated within 13 km of Situlpawwa and 22 km of Tissa Wewa, Leopard Safaris Yala features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Yala.

From US$1,098.17 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,189 reviews

Only a 5 - minute drive from the famous Yala National Park is Cinnamon Wild Yala. It boasts chalets with private balconies and free Wi-Fi. It features an outdoor pool and a restaurant.

From US$1,285.02 per night

FAQs about hotels in Yala

What guests said about Yala:

10

This place is amazing.

This place is amazing. We stay with our 3 young kids and the staff were so kind and attentive. All of the small details have been thought of and it’s a wonderful experience in nature. Lovely local Sri Lankan are served for each meal.
Guest review by
Brendan
Australia
10

It definitely is an experience worth trying.

It definitely is an experience worth trying. The tree house has all the comforts you need but yet kept on the simple side. Don't expect much and you will get a lot. Nice food Bbq and big fire lit for you in the evening to give you a chance to relax and talk about your day activities. It was great to be left alone and the silence of the night. There were times you just felt that we were the only ones there and when you needed something the staff would magically appear
Guest review by
Imran
Saudi Arabia
6.0

too many jeeps roaming around. 50% of the time we were...

too many jeeps roaming around. 50% of the time we were searching for animals. at some occasions long long jams of jeeps trying to observe leopards and bears the park is beutiful but * jeeps number should be limited * we didnt see a leopard, saw elephants only once, saw a bear briefly only once - for 6 hours in the park we were disappointed
Guest review by
ben
Israel
8.0

We visited Yala for two days (with two separate game drives...

We visited Yala for two days (with two separate game drives - one evening and one morning one) and although we enjoyed the animals we observed, we did not have any sightings of leopards despite being the national park with the highest concentration in the world. But that is nature so we were just unlucky on those days. However, the most disappointing aspect of Yala was the sheer number of vehicles allowed into the park at one time. As soon as elephants or leopards are sighted, drivers communicate among themselves and vehicles all rush to the scene creating a massive traffic jams. This makes it feel very mass market and doesn’t seem very respectful of the wildlife
Guest review by
Sandra
Switzerland
4.0

Terrible time. No wild animals as expected.

Terrible time. No wild animals as expected. Roads are all around the jungle which is pretty disturbing to the wild life. After all it is supposed to be a protected zone for wild life. Jeeps are crawling every corner of the territory. Amused to see all of that disturbing scenes in a wild life protected zone. It's like business zone. Poor animals.
Guest review by
Anonymous
Thailand
10

I loved Yala.

I loved Yala. The number of different animals seen was slightly disappointing but apparently wash outs due to rain prevented us from accessing some internal roads. The sunrise and scenery were stunning. I would rate it as good value despite the lack of animals. The whole experience was wonderful.
Guest review by
Elizabeth
Australia

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From US$1,285.02 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,189 reviews
Our room boy Chandruk (sorry spelling no good), and waiter at dinner Danuska were fantastic. Reception / back room staff were not very good, difficult getting responses to emails, and not very efficient at sorting a room problem. Great location for the Yala safari. Lots of wildlife at the hotel. Very near to the beach. Food was excellent. Pool is large but needs some basic maintenance, tiles fallen off the pool walls. Overall, great place to stay.
Guest review by
Martin
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 474 reviews
Everything was perfect The best place stay in Yala Restaurant was the highlight in the hotel Breakfast & dinner buffet was very delicious Also the staff very helpful The hotel arrange safari trip for very reasonable price We enjoyed our stay & will come back again
Guest review by
Florence
Austria
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 512 reviews
Beautiful hotel with friendly and caring staff. 20 minutes drive from the Yala national park. Spacious rooms with very nice view on the rice fields. Food was good but not excellent. The general manager is very caring but sometimes a little bit too much.
Guest review by
Kevin
Belgium
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 384 reviews
We were looked after very well by all staff and the room was well kept. The swimming pool was a good size. It is very close to Yala National Park and the hotel arranged our safaris there which were excellent.
Guest review by
Elizabeth
United Kingdom
From US$57.20 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 172 reviews
Warm friendly welcome from the owners. Very helpful with a great knowledge about Yala. 500m from shops and restaurants. Hotel is set in a lovely garden 😊
Guest review by
Robert
United Kingdom