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Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Yala Avian Eye Safari is situated in Buttala. This 3-star homestay offers a 24-hour front desk and a shared kitchen. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi, free private parking and an electric vehicle charging station. The homestay has 1 bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower, bathrobes and a washing machine. A private entrance leads guests into the homestay, where they can enjoy some wine or champagne and fruits. The homestay offers bed linen, towels and laundry service. Guests can grab a bite to eat in the in-house family-friendly restaurant, which specialises in American cuisine and also offers vegetarian, vegan and dairy-free options. For guests with children, the homestay features an indoor play area, outdoor play equipment and a baby safety gate. Diving, cycling and fishing are possible within the area, and a water park is at guests' disposal on-site. Situlpawwa is 46 km from Yala Avian Eye Safari, while Tissa Wewa is 47 km away. Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport is 60 km from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

    • Free private parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 extra-large double beds
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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.8
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
9.2
High score for Buttala

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Spela
    Slovenia Slovenia
    Real nice place! In a real nice location, the owner offers great tours, and all the amenities are there. Lovely outing away from the crowds.
  • Nikhil
    India India
    An excellent stay right in the middle of the forest. Very spacious and well equipped rooms. The rooms had additional amenities which were at chargeable basis but should be included in the room tariff. Hot water is available in the bath rooms. WiFi...
  • Cecilia
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Yala Avian Eye Safari truly was amazing. The accommodation is so spacious with a large bedroom and bathroom, a kitchenette and generous outdoor space. It was an oasis. We had an amazing stay. The bed was super comfortable with a fan and AC....
  • Emilio
    Spain Spain
    The family atmosphere, the privacy of having a house all to yourself, the breakfasts, being in a natural environment, and those dinners with Mom. "Mom's kitchen." Thank you very much, family, for everything.
  • Jacqueline
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    What an amazing experience and such a beautiful Homestay one of the highlights in our Sr Lanka Tour. Host and his family very welcoming with excellent food and service. Room very clean and comfortable. Great knowledge of the area and its wildlife.
  • Rachel
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Bhagya made us feel so welcome at this wonderful homestay. We had our own space with outside table, terrace and access to a kitchenette with snacks and drinks we could buy at cost. It meant we could sit out and read while enjoying the local...
  • Lyn
    Australia Australia
    Travelling as a senior couple who had been referred by a friend, we could not have been happier with this accommodation, comfortable and adequate. Bhagaya and his family really made us welcome. Bhagaya is highly recommended for his safari tour in...
  • Madlen
    Germany Germany
    I've been here for the 4th time and will always choose Yala Avian Eye Safari again. As a nature lover, you'll find your place to be. The room is clean, the bed very comfortable. Oh the shower is the best in Sri Lanka, perfect pressure! Bhagya and...
  • Alison
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Bhagya was the perfect host. His accommodation is ideal for those who like a genuine home stay in a beautiful natural environment. The home cooked food from his mum was excellent. Bhagya looked after us and showed us around the local area. We also...
  • Steve
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Family home in the country. Home cooked meals :) Super close to Yala NP and did an excellent tour with the host.

Hosted by Bhagya

9.8
9.8
Host review score
Host review score
Bhagya
Yala avian eye safari is situated in northern side of yala sanctuary. it is a calm, quiet, zero traffic area which can see wild animals as you desire. You can enter to yala block 3,4,5 at northern direction of yala national park withing 10 minutes from AVIAN EYE. so it is the best entrance among other entrance. It is a home which has warmth love and you can get tasty foods that cook with mothers loving arms. we have only big chalet with two rooms has enough space for four people and big two double beds and attach bathrooms and if you want we can arrange extra single bed. and the other hand AVIAN EYE. in a small quiet , beautiful, eye catching greenery village bit far away from busy city. Other facilities are free wifi, water sport, bar, scooter, cycling, hiking, night safari, BBQ, and enjoyable adventure events for kids. you can spend a marvelous vacation with all these facilities. As a guider and manager Bhagya and his family always care and dedicate for your facilities and hospitality. Come and spend your vacation.
I am your guider and manager My name is bhagya hewawasam, I am 27 years old. and I live with my parents next to AVIAN EYE. before i make safari at south side of yala national park (tissamaharama area) but there very busy which mean almost 1500 safari jeeps and difficult to see animals at the park. so, that is the reason I made my AVIAN EYE in northern side of yala national park area there zero traffic area which can see wild animals as you desire. My favorite thing is spend the day with animals. I have 6 years experience about wild lives and jungle and safaris. and I have vast knowledge about the jungle and bio diversity because I spend my childhood with the jungle and wild animals. I am polite condescending guy. come, see and feel the beauty of nature with me.
1. Yala park entrance in north side of yala national park - 10 min drive from avian eye, 2. Lunugamvehara national park entrance - 10 min drive from avian eye, 3. Kataragama - 25 km from avian eye, 4. Buttala - 10 km from avian eye, 5. Ella - 2 hours drive from avian eye, 6. Tangalla - 2 and half hours drive from avian eye
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Home Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      American • Brazilian • Chinese • French • Greek • Indian • Italian • Japanese • Nepalese • Peruvian • Pizza • Polish • Portuguese • Singaporean • Spanish • Steakhouse • Sushi • Thai • Turkish • Vietnamese • Austrian • Australian • German • Russian • Local • Asian • European • Grill/BBQ • South African
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Kosher • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Yala Avian Eye Safari
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular facilities

  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional bathroom
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock

View

  • Garden view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • Patio
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Oven
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Kitchenette

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Fold-up bed
  • Clothes rack

Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
  • Aerobics
  • Archery
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Live music/performance
  • Cooking class
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Happy hour
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours
  • Water park
    Off-site
  • Evening entertainment
  • Entertainment staff
  • Diving
    Off-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Off-site
  • Darts
  • Children's playground
  • Fishing
    Off-site

Living Area

  • Dining area
  • Fireplace
  • Seating Area
  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Laptop
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
  • Wine/champagne
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Good free WiFi 23 Mbps. Suitable for streaming HD content and making video calls. Speed test carried out by the host.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Parking garage
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking

Transport

  • Public transport tickets

Reception services

  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Entertainment and family services

  • Strollers
  • Baby safety gates
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Baby safety gates
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Child safety socket covers
  • Babysitting/child services

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
  • Laundry

Business facilities

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/banquet facilities

Safety & security

  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box

General

  • Shuttle service
  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Mosquito net
  • Wake-up service
  • Private entrance
  • Car hire
  • Packed lunches
  • Chapel/shrine
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Entire unit located on ground floor

Wellness

  • Water slide

Languages spoken

  • English

House rules
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Check-in
From 13:00 to 22:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0+ years
Extra bed upon request
Free

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Yala Avian Eye Safari in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

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