A perfect stay! Anton and Aruna were fantastic hosts and really looked after us. Anton went out of his way to provide gluten free food for me which was so appreciated. Aruna was incredibly passionate about his work and it was great that he shared his thoughts about Sri Lanka and the wildlife that surrounded us at Yala. Can't fault our stay. Thank you!

Stayed in March 2025

Surrounded by nature, with monkeys and peacocks Brilliant BBQ dinner and a lovely takeaway breakfast provided for the Safari. Tea, coffee and biscuits at both 5pm and 5am! Anton made our stay wonderful and organised our Safari - we had the most amazing guide (MJ) and we saw a leopard!

Stayed in April 2025

Great service, food and arrangement of safari

Stayed in April 2025

We liked everything

The staff at the lodge were exceptionally accommodating and knowledgeable of the wildlife/area. They were flexible and adaptive to providing safari and meals. The setting was beautiful with amazing animals to see within the grounds

Stayed in March 2025

There was little to do in the grounds which could have been better maintained

Nice air conditioned rooms. Bathroom small but adequate. Comfortable bed and nice veranda for good/drinks. Anton was very helpful and did a great job providing our meal and looking after us

Stayed in February 2025

We were initially booked in to the chalet, which had no air conditioning, and was quite run down with many insects for company😅 We asked to be moved but the management told me over the phone I would be charged extra 20$………… I disputed this, and it was wavered, and we were moved to the main block which was great. Despite this initial issue, we had a great stay and were really happy with our staff, they couldn’t do enough for us 😁

On arrival we given complementary tea and each evening before dinner, afternoon tea. The food was excellent, and the staff looking after us were outstanding, so friendly, accommodating and knowledgeable.We also had a night time nature walk which was very interesting.

Stayed in February 2025

The team here are super! Great people, friendly, knowledgeable and welcoming. Created a really relaxing atmosphere. Food great, location great, price great.

Stayed in February 2025

Pressure in the shower

Amazing and quiet place. Friendly and attentive host. Tasty food. They helped to arrange safari. 100% recommend!

Stayed in February 2025

The shower could have been stronger and warmer in the room I was in. Otherwise, nothing else.

So much! The host Anton was welcoming and friendly and couldn't do enough for myself and the rest of the guests. The food he served was so enjoyable. He gave me ice cream on arrival plus everyday around 5pm he provided all the guests with an afternoon tea (and biscuits) which was such a lovely surprise. Dinner was a bbq feast which was delicious and he provided us with tea and biscuits at 5am the morning of the safari. On the day of safari, he provided me with a takeaway breakfast of a sandwich and fresh fruits, and lunch was also a feast of rice, potatoes and curry, and fresh fruits. He was so accommodating and such a great chef. The Naturist and my guide for safari Aruna was very knowledgeable about everything nature. He and the jeep driver/tracker were so good for my solo safari. I saw 2x leopards, a sloth bear (both of which are very rare to see so was very fortunate to see what I did), an elephant, plus numerous birds, deer and crocodiles, and other wildlife. Yala Park is beautiful. The lodge is clean, comfortable and the A/C is great. The dining and lounge areas made it accessible to.meet and talk with other guests in the lodge, and this was lovely. Meeting the other guests was a highlight for me. Overall, I loved Funky Leopard. Beautiful location surrounded by monkeys and peacocks, amongst other things. My favourite place to have stayed so far in my Sri Lankan trip.

Stayed in February 2025

Unnecessary automated confirmation messages on booking.com coming through on the messaging system even though they did not have a room for us. I continued to get these automated messages asking for feedback after checkout . Upon reflection their pricing seems at the upper level for comparative to other options in the area and the Safari pricing when booked onsite is lower than if you booked it with the accommodation for some reason? There was also a language barrier with the staff and if you had any “off script” issues as it seemed that there was only 1 or 2 people that could resolve them.

We didn’t get to experience the property as they double booked us and we were given the option of moving to their sister tented site 10 minutes before we arrived. There the tents were very nice though with integrated bathrooms, so not all bad. The evening campfire bbq was also a nice experience. The staff were always polite friendly and on hand to help.

Stayed in January 2025

None

Very good and light. Appropriate for the occasion. Completely Satisfied.

Stayed in January 2025

the service was exceptional and the meal quality superb. very attentive staff. a real gem.

Stayed in December 2024

Super clean room and comfy bed. Greeted with complementary tea and coffee with biscuits. They organised the safari for us for the half day morning. We added the bbq option for dinner (highly recommend) and was taken to a very nice place about 100 metres from the property it was a romantic candle lit setting in the jungle. I would stay again!

Stayed in December 2024

Location close proximity to the safari park.

Stayed in November 2024

Nothing. All services offered were up to the satisfactory level. The lodge’s location may allow guests to feel part of the wilderness, hearing wildlife sounds like birds or insects, enhancing the sense of immersion.

The experience at Funky Leopard Safari Lodge sounds like it would be a unique blend of adventure, nature, and relaxation. This lodge seems ideal for travelers who want to explore the wildlife of the region while enjoying comfort and character.

Stayed in August 2024

We had a good stay at the funky leopard. It was nice that they did an afternoon tea. Chef Joseph took very good care of us and made us a fantastic Sri Lanka breakfast. In general the staff was very pleasant and eager to help us.

Stayed in August 2024

Spacious room, very friendly and helpful staff. They can arrange a very tasteful BBQ diner in a very nice setting with a campfire. They really did everything to make our stay comfortable for our full day safari. Lodge is also very close to one of the National park entrances.

Stayed in August 2024

Approach road could be better

This is my second visit and a lot has improved since my last visit . Interior is very well done to add rustic - elegance. Lodge is basic but it has all what you need. Real value for money.

Stayed in August 2024

NOthing.

The place offered a truly unique experience—well-organized with great, friendly, staff. The food was excellent, and the safari organized by the camp was a fantastic experience. The location and scenery were beautiful, and I especially liked the dinner area with the fire. It's conveniently close to the Yala Park entrance (15-20 minutes) and set in a wilderness setting, right on the park's border. The accommodation was very clean, Overall, it's an excellent value-for-money property.

Stayed in August 2024

Everything was perfect!

I had a great time at Funky Leopard Safari Lodge Yala! The staff was incredibly attentive and made sure we were comfortable throughout our stay. The rooms were spacious and well-equipped with everything we needed. The lodge is very close to Yala National Park, making it a perfect spot for wildlife lovers. The stay was definitely worth the money. I highly recommend this lodge to anyone visiting Yala!

Stayed in August 2024

There was nothing I disliked during my stay at Funky Leopard Safari Lodge. Everything was perfect!

I had an amazing stay at Funky Leopard Safari Lodge Yala! The staff was exceptionally attentive and made sure all our needs were met throughout our stay. The rooms were spacious and well-equipped with all the necessary facilities. The lodge is conveniently close to the entrance of Yala National Park, making it an ideal place for wildlife enthusiasts seeking good quality accommodation near the park. The experience was truly value for money. Highly recommend this lodge for anyone visiting Yala!

Stayed in August 2024

Nothing

We had a wonderful peaceful stay at the Funky Lepord. The staff worked between here and a neighbouring campsite. They were very welcoming and helpful. Special shout out to Santos who went above and beyond to make us comfortable.

Stayed in February 2024

Safari experience was good, but I think the price should be lower.

The caretaker made my stay amazing, the food was very good and the place is really nice.

Stayed in February 2024

Little bit more furniture in the common areas would have been perfect.

It’s an excellent location bordering the park in a wilderness setting. Very clean accommodation. Basic but great food. We did a well organised evening safari through them and saw a lot of animals. Overall , excellent value for money property , perhaps the best “value” property we have experienced in Sri Lanka.

Stayed in January 2024