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Reviews of O2 Villas Yala This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

No.02, Gurugoda, Palatupana, Kirinda, Yala, 82000 Yala, Sri Lanka

#4 of 42 hotels in Yala

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Review Score

Based on 77 hotel reviews

9.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.7

  • Comfort

    9.7

  • Location

    9.6

  • Facilities

    9.6

  • Staff

    9.8

  • Value for money

    8.7

  • Free Wifi

    7.5

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  • Reviewed: April 10, 2025

    10
    Wouldnt hesistate to recommend to a family travelling with young children, as we were made to feel very welcome.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa with Private Pool
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very comfortable villa with everything we needed. Staff were absolutely fantastic and really went out their way to make our trip extra special.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 10, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa with Private Pool
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Beautiful property, friendly staff always available. Meals are freshly prepared in their kitchens so can take a while - pre order by using their whatsapp contact worked great for us

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 7, 2025

    10
    Private villa, right near Yala gate.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa with Private Pool
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Loved everything.

    Hands down our favourite hotel of the trip. The villa is gorgeous, plenty of space for the 5 of us. The whoops of joy as our kids explored the place said it all! Private pool, incredible food, attentive staff, wildlife all around. On our first evening, the guides took us to the red sand beach, about a 20 minute walk away. Very beautiful. You walk past a lake with baby crocs, can spot iguanas and other wildlife. Magical. We booked a safari through the hotel, the jeep was comfortable, and very reasonably priced. They packed us a breakfast to take with. The service was outstanding. We didn't want to leave.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 22, 2025

    9.0
    Great place to stay as a large group, with an excellent team to look after you
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Villa with Private Pool
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, the breakfasts were great

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: March 4, 2025

    10
    Amazing 🤩🤩
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa with Private Pool
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    What a great experience made even more special by the amazing staff that worked there! They showed us all the amazing surroundings and were so knowledgeable and kind. We had the best time and would recommend to anyone considering staying here!

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: March 3, 2025

    9.0
    Friendly staff, tucked away location
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Villa with Private Pool
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Long walk to beach

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 22, 2025

    10
    Hidden beauty
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa with Private Pool
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Bathroom can be cleaned s bit better

    Extremely friendly and caring personal with focus on kids. Fresh, tasty local food well served. Clean and cold swimming pool.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 22, 2025

    10
    Great experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Villa with Private Pool
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The perfect getaway in this wonderful villa. Ideal when seeking a change from the mainstream hotels. We were met on arrival by our host who showed us around the villa. There is ample space and lots of different tastefully themed areas to relax including own pool (this is unheated and in the shade but in the Sri Lankan sun was really welcome!) We loved the trees rooted in the lounge and the outdoor shower (there's another upstairs as well as two sun terraces). The property really is unique. Thanks to the guys for the walking tour down to the beach with the friendly dogs for company (the beach is deserted and beautiful but not suitable for swimming due to the waves and undertow). Also thanks crew for the mini safari and trip to the fisherman's village which is a totally non touristy genuine and friendly place. On the impromptu mini safari we spotted star tortoises, crocodiles, water buffalo, peacocks, mongoose, foxes, monkeys and lots more. The food was delicious and plentiful with a good menu choice. You do need to eat in, as you are away from the main hotels and the shops are only basic in this area. That is the charm however, you are safely within nature with a team who know and respect it. We used O2 as a base to visit Yala National Park (we saw leopards on our morning visit!) and can thoroughly recommend the whole experience and hope to be back sometime.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 1, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Villa with Private Pool
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing.

    Absolutely wonderful experience, the beach nearby is 10/10, the food was exceptional even considering how remote the location is in the middle of nature.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 6, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa with Private Pool
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The food on the menu is a bit expensive compared to elsewhere in Sri Lanka.

    The house is amazing. We loved it so much.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 5, 2025

    10
    Super villa and top level hosting.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa with Private Pool
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Super villa and top level hosting. Food is great.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: December 27, 2024

    10
    We loved everything! ❤️ And really hope to be back!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa with Private Pool
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We were a family with two granddaughters 3 & 5 and the staff went over and above to make the children and us feel welcome and pampered!! The manager Madhawa was kind, helpful, efficient and very competent!! Pradeep and the other young men took us on tours and wanted to feel at home and showed us the beautiful surroundings of the hotel! We went on an all inclusive plan and loved it!

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 17, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Villa with Private Pool
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A lot of insects and good concept in the open air bathroom but not practical.

    The villa

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 1, 2024

    9.0
    Family Funtime at O2 Villas Yala
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa with Private Pool
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    When we arrived it was a bit of a surprise for us that there was only 1 bedroom on 2nd floor. The 2nd bedroom area is open and just an extension of the living area. That said, it didn't turn out to be an issue and our 2 nights at the villa were pretty comfortable. Due to the rainy season, the roof in the living area was dripping some water but they managed it well by placing a bucket underneath.

    The villa was cozy and had a nice forest stay feel. We were a family of 5 adults and 2 kids and had comfortable accomodation. The staff and food service was excellent. The hotel manager was on WhatsApp with us 24x7 and promptly attended to any of our needs. The villa has a nice private pool and backyard. The jacuzzi on the terrace is lovely with awesome views of the jungle on side and ocean on the other. They packed a nice breakfast for our safari and even drove us on their buggy to a nearby rock perch for amazing views.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: November 25, 2024

    9.0
    Cozy Stay with Memorable Adventures and Wonderful Staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa with Private Pool
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing really. One night, the dogs barked so much that they woke us up several times. I guess they were keeping some wild animals at bay, and it only happened that one night. Apart from that, the dogs were adorable, especially when they ran behind the buggy all the way to the main road :D

    It was well-designed, clean, spacious, and cozy. The food was fine. One of the bathrooms was half-open, so we had a few frog and bird visitors, but we didn’t mind. The crew was great. A big thank you to the two young men from the staff who took us on buggy rides around the outskirts of the national park. They were such lovely company, and these small trips were incredibly enjoyable and memorable.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: August 26, 2024

    10
    Not a single day not pampered by the excellent service by the staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa with Private Pool
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing!

    Everything especially the excellent service of the staff.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 24, 2024

    8.0
    Great food exceptional staff(great communication) and great facilities.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa with Private Pool
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There were a lot of animals in the room e.g rodents beetles frogs.More hooks for towels would have been helpful.

    The staff were very friendly, the local trips were delightful and the food was exceptional catering for GF and V

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 23, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa with Private Pool
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The host and all the staff members are extremely helpful. We arrived around lunch time and via Whatsapp we coordinated our lunch order, so we we arrived, we could immediately enjoy the lovely lunch. The rooms are extremely large, which is ideal for a family. We enjoyed sunny weather, but even when it rains, you feel super comfy and cozy in the villa. The kids loved the outing to the beach and the garden area. We had a lovely long weekend!

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 15, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa with Private Pool
    • Stayed 1 night

    What a very special place! It's built right into the environment (with live trees growing through the villa and all!) and is a little serene oasis in the Yala area. The staff are wonderfully kind and accommodating, the food is delicious, and the villas are so unique. We loved exploring the beach and dunes and Madhawa organized a safari for us too. Our son loved exploring the property for frogs and lizards. Highly, highly recommend O2.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 9, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa with Private Pool
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The staff were extremely friendly and attentive. We had booked both villas so it was incredibly private and peaceful. The food was excellent. The rooms were also incredibly clean, cozy and comfortable. We will definitely be staying here again.😊

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: July 27, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa with Private Pool
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The villa provided a high level of comfort with all necessary amenities. The children had a great time observing the squirrels, lizards, and frogs around the property, which was perfect for those who appreciate nature. The service was attentive, and staff members took us out on mini excursions to nearby fishing village and beaches using a villa cart or tuktuk. These experiences were truly incredible and will be remembered for a long time. A big thank you to manager Mahdawa, Tallina and Suraj for taking such good care of us.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: July 18, 2024

    8.0
    Amazing stay if you don’t mind some “company” from the wild.
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Villa with Private Pool
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The bathroom was semi outdoors, so there were a lot of ants and bugs which we didn’t like.. at 1 point there was a spider, squirrel and bird that came in.

    We loved the service from the staff and food was delicious! Bfast every morning and we had dinner in the villa once. Rooms were clean and whole villa was spacious - can sleep a total of 5 pax comfortably. Villa is about 20 mins to Yala National park.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: July 17, 2024

    10
    fabulous stay. Would highly recommend.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Villa with Private Pool
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Staff were absolute awesome. Food great.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: May 14, 2024

    10
    Nice relaxed and cosy villa with great service and food.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Villa with Private Pool
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Service was exceptional. The mini safari and the guided walk to the red beach and sand dune were the highlights for us.

    Stayed in April 2024

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