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Udara Guest - Yala Safari, hotel in 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.

The house was immaculate. The food was the best cooked meals we have had while in Sri Lanka. Udara's Mother &;Auntie are super cooks. They made special dishes for us on our last evening. Extremely friendly family. The facilities were top notch and very clean.
Scored 9.8
9.8
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
86 reviews
Price from
£50
1 night, 2 adults
O2 Villas Yala, hotel in Yala

Located in Yala and only 200 metres from Palatupana Beach, O2 Villas Yala provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

Absolutely beautiful villa with amazing rooftop view of Yala.
Scored 9.6
9.6
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
99 reviews
Price from
£229
1 night, 2 adults
Kele Yala, hotel in Yala

Kele Yala is a boutique hotel situated in the dry zone in Kataragama.

We loved the experience, the staff was great, food is amazing! Such a beautiful and peaceful place.
Scored 8.9
8.9
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
174 reviews
Price from
£103
1 night, 2 adults
Forestville Yala, hotel in Yala

Located within 8.8 km of Tissa Wewa and 25 km of Situlpawwa, Forestville Yala offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Yala.

The crew's attitude
Scored 8.8
8.8
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
22 reviews
Price from
£122
1 night, 2 adults
Wild Lotus Yala, hotel in Yala

Spread across 2 acres of lakefront property, Wild Lotus Yala is set in a quiet rural village close to Yala National Park.

Best accommodation we stayed in in Sri Lanka. Remarkable place, service and dining. Magical place followed by an amazing safari. Thank you to the whole team for maintaining this amazing property.
Scored 9.8
9.8
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
266 reviews
Price from
£93
1 night, 2 adults
Gaga Bees Yala, hotel in Yala

Located on the edge of a rice field and a 5-minute walk from the shores of Lake Yoda, Gaga Bees Yala features free WiFi in public areas. This Eco friendly resort offers an outdoor infinity pool.

There were multiple breakfast choices, all great (we tried all). The facilities were amazing, staff very friendly and really well behaved and friendly dogs around. Loved our stay!
Scored 8.7
8.7
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
778 reviews
Price from
£73
1 night, 2 adults
Yala Elephant Cottage, hotel in Yala

Situated in Tissamaharama, 7 km from Tissa Wewa, Yala Elephant Cottage features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

Lovely location ,Very clean and Quite place. Staff is very good.. Nice pool. Breakfast was superb. They arranged the Safari tour and Taxi for us very reasonable prices highly reccomended place.
Scored 8.8
8.8
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
53 reviews
Price from
£25
1 night, 2 adults
The Forest Chalet, hotel in Yala

Set 10 km from Tissa Wewa, 25 km from Situlpawwa and 35 km from Bundala Bird Sanctuary, The Forest Chalet features accommodation located in Tissamaharama.

Big and spacious room with many facilities but air conditioner didn’t work. There is a big funny gecko in the garden don’t be afraid. With all of your problems you’ll get help by house caretaker.
Scored 8.6
8.6
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
12 reviews
Price from
£15
1 night, 2 adults
Yala Odyssey, hotel in Yala

Set in Kataragama in the Monaragala District region with Kataragama Temple nearby, Yala Odyssey offers accommodation with free private parking.

Only location we liked it
Scored 7.9
7.9
Rated good
Good
10 reviews
Price from
£43
1 night, 2 adults
Yala Redhill, hotel in Yala

Featuring sea views, Yala Redhill provides accommodation with a garden, barbecue facilities and a shared lounge, around a few steps from Nidangala Beach.

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Scored 8.0
8.0
Rated very good
Very good
6 reviews
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  • Avg. price/night: £48.34
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 168 reviews
    The staff was perfect, I can only say that the experience was perfect. We were there for a night to attend a safari. We asked the staff a day before, he managed to do it, they book online ticket for us so it’s was faster than the other jeeps. The dinner and the breakfast under the tree is amazing and beautiful ! If you want to live a real safari experience this is the lodge ! We are two French people and we can guarantee that the tent is clean, AC helps a lot and the shower is beautiful 😍 Thanks again for your kindness !
    Vianney
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £104.58
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 196 reviews
    I recently stayed at this charming 3-room boutique hotel and had a delightful experience. The manager was exceptionally pleasant, friendly, and helpful, consistently checking in to ensure we had everything we needed. Although the other staff had limited English fluency, they were nice and attentive.
    Sajitha
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £87.06
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 38 reviews
    The room was spacious and clean, I liked the lodge logo and the bathroom essentials they provided. Also having a fridge in the room was good. All the staff were very friendly and the manager even taught us how to play Carrom. The food was delicious and freshly cooked, they were able to modify for allergies.
    Z
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £142.23
    Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 456 reviews
    Fantastic eco lodge near to the Yala National Park- the accommodation was beautiful and food good but what made it was the staff - the manager had an incredible knowledge of the local environment - and took us on a guided walk around the estate. The head waiter was extremely friendly - this is eco tourism at its best!
    Julia
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £142.23
    Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 456 reviews
    Our favorite stay and experience in Sri Lanka! From the warm welcome with a fresh drink to the friendly, attentive staff, everything was wonderful. The accommodation was excellent, clean, and charming, with a delightful outdoor shower. The food was delicious, offering a wide selection for lunch and dinner. We also loved the walk around the bushes with the hotel’s ranger.
    Helene
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £48.34
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 168 reviews
    The perfect place for an authentic safari glamping experience - sitting out under the stars at night and listening to the sounds of nature. The lodge is run by a lovely family who are friendly and professional. They also cook delicious food so I highly recommend having a candlelit dinner at the lodge!
    Sophie
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £87.06
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 38 reviews
    The staff had been super friendly and on our arrival evening the host and his crew introduced us to the game of carrom and played some rounds with us, which was super funny and we enjoyed it a lot. They really looked after us and had been helpful all the time. The ambience of the lodge is wonderful with nice lighting at the pool and main building. The room was really nice and comfy. In the morning you have a nice view over the field with the chances to see herds of water buffalos.
    MatthiasB.
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £142.23
    Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 456 reviews
    Yakaduru Yala beckons with its enchanting blend of natural wonders and warm hospitality. As dusk approaches, we embarked on a journey to the rocky outcrops, witnessing a breathtaking sunset that painted the sky in hues of gold and crimson. Returning to the lodge, we enjoyed a magical evening under the stars, dining amidst the soothing melodies of flute music. The staff's attentive care and the cozy comforts of our rooms ensured a truly unforgettable retreat.
    Sophie
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £114.46
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 174 reviews
    Stylish and Charming with lots of nice touches. Very tidy and well maintained. Great pool. Lovely cabins and bathrooms. Fabulous food and friendly staff attentive to individual needs.
    Jonathan
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £38.84
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 55 reviews
    Family Community run eco lodge in the jungle, close to Yala. Wonderful team of Niro and the the guys making excellent food and accomodating to any needs. Fire and the stars gazing at night were so cozy and memorable. Great company to chat to and learn about life in Sri Lanka and history. Thank you very much Niro! All the best wishes and prosperity!
    Mark
    Young couple
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