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Yala – 52 hotels and places to stay

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.

The entrance & reception was lovely. Bedroom room was fine, bathroom was really rough. Dinner chicken fried rice was worst Ive had. Pool was nice.
Review score
8.1
Very good
294 reviews
Price from
£114.76
1 night, 2 adults

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

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Review score
8.5
Very good
54 reviews
Price from
£113.32
1 night, 2 adults

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.

This is a beautiful hotel located 10 minute drive from Yala National Park. The rooms are modern, beautifully decorated and immaculately clean. There is also a smart tv which was handy to have when it was raining heavily outside. The food was so delicious - we loved every meal we had. The pool area is so clean and well kept - we enjoyed some margaritas whilst relaxing in the sun. Highly recommend this hotel. The staff were super attentive and kind. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Review score
9.5
Exceptional
402 reviews
Price from
£163.65
1 night, 2 adults

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.

Staff is good and professional.
Review score
8.4
Very good
431 reviews
Price from
£163.40
1 night, 2 adults

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

Huge room with a terrace. Nice breakfast
Review score
8.3
Very good
251 reviews
Price from
£90.60
1 night, 2 adults

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.

A wonderful place to stay. We were lucky enough to be upgraded to a beach chalet but as stated you can’t see it. However the room was huge and great facilities - they have thought of everything. The food here is spectacular with a massive choice to cater for all tastes. Lovely swimming pool and viewing area over the lake to watch the local wildlife. You can’t swim in the sea here as dangerous. The staff go above and beyond. Most people staying here are off on safaris so the hotel doesn’t feel full. Yes it maybe costly but a bit of luxury is definitely worth it. Highly recommend this hotel.
Review score
8.8
Fabulous
1,026 reviews
Price from
£181.10
1 night, 2 adults

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

We had an unforgettable experience in Yakaduru. Kirula was more than welcoming and went above and beyond to make us feel at home. Response prior to our arrival was speedy, we booked the safari tour with Yakaduru and they had everything covered by the time we got there. We also had the pool villa and we were not disappointed. The staff included an evening walk followed by a traditional dance performance at dinner. One memorable moment was spotting a rat snake on our roof at night - which was not surprising given that we were in the jungle. However, the staff quickly reassured us that it is harmless and emphasized their 24/7 availability should we need any assistance. To top off our experience, we were given a thoughtful parting gift, which was a lovely gesture that made our departure bittersweet. Thank you Kirula and the Yakaduru team!
Review score
9.6
Exceptional
762 reviews
Price from
£129.37
1 night, 2 adults

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.

As a South African, I wasn’t sure what to expect from a safari experience in Sri Lanka, but Mahoora-Yala by Eco Team exceeded all expectations in the most delightful way. From the moment we arrived, we were warmly welcomed by an exceptional team of hosts who were attentive, informative, and genuinely passionate about creating a memorable experience. Our guide led us on an immersive journey through the local wilderness, where we explored the diverse flora and fauna of the region. It was fascinating to learn about the unique plant life, listen to the calls of unfamiliar bird species, and encounter endemic wildlife in its natural habitat. Beyond the safari itself, witnessing the rural landscapes and daily life of the local communities added a deeply enriching cultural dimension to our visit. The accommodations were a perfect blend of comfort and adventure—true "glamping" at its finest. Our tent was well-equipped with everything we needed, from a plush bed to a refreshing shower, ensuring a seamless balance between luxury and the raw beauty of nature. The journey from the southern coast was undoubtedly worthwhile; stepping away from the beaches and surf life to embrace the serenity of the wilderness was a rewarding and unforgettable experience. Mahoora-Yala is more than just a safari—it’s an invitation to connect with nature in an intimate and meaningful way.
Review score
8.4
Very good
405 reviews
Price from
£83.75
1 night, 2 adults

Wild Coast Tented Lodge - Relais and Chateaux - All Inclusive is adjacent to the famous Yala National Park, renowned for its dense leopard population.

Amazing staff that took simply care of everything
Review score
9.6
Exceptional
216 reviews
Price from
£744.42
1 night, 2 adults

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

Absolutely stunning spot, fantastic staff. Everything was wonderful.
Review score
9.4
Superb
92 reviews
Price from
£900.81
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Review score
    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
  • Review score
    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
  • Review score
    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
  • Review score
    10.0

    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
  • Review score
    6.0

    The national park in Yala is beautiful however it is hard to...

    The national park in Yala is beautiful however it is hard to drive around as the roads are poorly maintained. There is a large populatin of birds and i think this safari would suit bird watchers more than those who want to see the elephants. The 6am -6pm safari is too long. Sigiriya is far superior when it comes to large herds of elephants.
    Guest review by
    Antonia
    United Arab Emirates
  • Review score
    10.0

    The hike in the nature reserve was amazing, we saw lots of...

    The hike in the nature reserve was amazing, we saw lots of amazing animals and landscapes. Were lucky and we were able to meet the tiger as well. It is important to note that the trip should take drinks and food, the hotel staff where we were did not tell us the length of the trip and did not make sure to let us know that we should take care of ourselves. Of course we were smarter and brought with us the necessary equipment .. But there were those next to us who did not and that was unfortunate
    Guest review by
    or
    Israel

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  • From £429.31 per night
    Review score
    9.5
    Exceptional · 124 reviews
    Have never seen alive trees inside room. Had feeling that I live in camping but with all modern appliances and city comfort. Very friendly and helpful stuff and manager, who made our stay more comfortable than we expected! Recommend to get complimentary round trip first to see places around. Take a walk to sand dunes on sunset, visit Kirinda beach and town and ask to rent Yala safari from hotel only!
    Guest review by
    Alex Polanski
    Russia
  • From £270.58 per night
    Review score
    9.6
    Exceptional · 762 reviews
    The hotel has a very nice location close to Yala Natural Park. The rooms are very clean and the bed is very confy. The whole hotel has a very nice decoration and they also arrange safari tours to the yala. Overall we are very pleased with our stay in the hotel.
    Guest review by
    Maria
    Portugal
  • From £75.42 per night
    Review score
    8.2
    Very good · 258 reviews
    Clean rooms with necessary amenities in a convenient location to visit Yala National Park. The staff was very hospitable and helpful. We could arrange a safari via the hotel. The food we ordered from the ala carte menu was tasty and was having good portion size.
    Guest review by
    Chandima
    Sri Lanka
  • From £141.18 per night
    Review score
    9.5
    Exceptional · 167 reviews
    Lovely spot in Yala, staff are very attentive and nice, happy to help with everything. Tents are very comfortable. Safari was fun, although unfortunately we did not see a leopard, we did see many other animals and birds.
    Guest review by
    Alice
    United Kingdom
  • From £218.50 per night
    Review score
    8.4
    Very good · 431 reviews
    The room was really nice and spacious. The hotel is very fancy. They also helped us with Yala Natioanl Park safari.
    Guest review by
    KanikaBooking
    Netherlands

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