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Hotel Elephant Reach, hotel in Yala

Located in the town of Tissamaharama, Elephant Reach is a 265 km drive, south from Colombo. The eco-friendly hotel offers an outdoor pool, restaurant and rooms with a DVD player.

Comfortable rooms, good facilities and well situated. Very friendly and welcoming staff who were professional and keen to make our one night stay a very positive experience.
7.7
Scored 7.7
Good
Rated good
82 reviews
Price from£55.97per night
Aqua Hotel Yala, hotel in Yala

Situated in Yala, 9 km from Tissa Wewa, Aqua Hotel Yala features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

Frendly staff very acamadative.
9.0
Scored 9.0
Superb
Rated superb
32 reviews
Price from£53.08per night
The Campers Lodge Yala, hotel in Yala

Located in Yala, 16 km from Tissa Wewa, The Campers Lodge Yala provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

Fantastic little campsite in the middle of the Sri Lankan bush, only accessible by 4WD. Head in here and feel the serenity. With just the two tents it's a small, perfectly formed operation run by the wonderful host Nero, who not only looks after your every need but whips up amazing meals in his little camp kitchen, served on a table under the stars, with a bonfire to complete the magic.
8.7
Scored 8.7
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
52 reviews
Price from£70.30per night
Rock Wild Yala, hotel in Yala

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.

The hotel was stunning, the room was large with a/c and beautiful view towards the pool and beyond. All the staff were immaculate, so friendly and courteous to us. They cook our meals to order, so fresh and delicious. They even prepared a packed breakfast for our early morning safari and waited with us till our jeep arrived. Absolutely recommended this beauty. Thank you.
9.0
Scored 9.0
Superb
Rated superb
173 reviews
Price from£111.58per night
Wild Culture Yala, hotel in Yala

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.

Rooms were outstanding - spacious and felt like a home away from home. Beautiful pool. Staff delightful and went out of their way to help. The hotel organised two safaris for us. Food and drinks also extremely tasty.
9.5
Scored 9.5
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
251 reviews
Price from£147.74per night
Jetwing Yala, hotel in Yala

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.

What an incredible hotel, our favourite for our entire stay in Sri Lanka. The hotel itself is stunning with views of the wilderness and the sea. The pool area is incredible, it's huge and surrounded by trees where you often get monkeys at certain times of the day (they keep themselves to themselves but great to watch), loved the pool bar and barmen too. The rooms are excellent, very spacious with a comfy bed and a pretty cool bathroom. Both restaurants are great - We loved the Sri Lankan. The hotel also arranged safari's for us which was easy to do and was an amazing experience.
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very good
Rated very good
387 reviews
Price from£149.70per night
Yala shadow, hotel in Yala

Located in Yala, 200 metres from Palatupana Beach, Yala shadow provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and barbecue facilities.

The owner didn't speak much English but he was super nice. Taking care of us at every moment. Excellent food. Very well located for the beach and the Safari.
8.3
Scored 8.3
Very good
Rated very good
23 reviews
Price from£61.93per night
Cinnamon Wild Yala, hotel in Yala

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.

Amazing pool, cool hotel
8.9
Scored 8.9
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
993 reviews
Price from£367.77per night
Yakaduru - Yala, hotel in Yala

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

At Yakaduru, the environment is so peaceful and beautiful. We felt like we were in the heart of nature, with birds singing and trees all around. The staff there were amazing, always ready to help and make sure we were comfortable. The food was delicious, with lots of traditional Sri Lankan dishes to try. The accommodations were cozy and clean, giving us a taste of village life. When we went on the Yala safari, we saw so many incredible things - bird nests, crocodiles in the lake, leopards, and even elephants! We also went on bush walks and climbed rocks, which was so much fun. One of the best parts of our stay was the night-time BBQ. We sat outside under the stars, singing songs as a family and enjoying the warmth of the fire. It was a truly unforgettable experience.
9.5
Scored 9.5
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
280 reviews
Price from£95.64per night
Mahoora - Yala by Eco Team, hotel in Yala

Mahoora - Yala by Eco Team- Level 1 Safe & Secure provides tented accommodations in a wilderness setting at the border of Yala National Park, the 2nd largest national park in Sri Lanka.

The place was amazing, the tents where luxurious and offered anything you might need. Dinner was an experience of its own, outside with view to the night sky. Complementary walks, night walk to explore the nature and of course the safari, all amazing!!! Excellent choice!!!
8.3
Scored 8.3
Very good
Rated very good
251 reviews
Price from£52.45per night
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  • 8.0
    Scored 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
    Sandra
  • 4.0
    Scored 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.
    A
    Anonymous
    Thailand
  • 10
    Scored 10

    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.
    Elizabeth
    Australia
  • 6.0
    Scored 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.
    Antonia
    United Arab Emirates
  • 10
    Scored 10

    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
    or
    Israel
  • 10
    Scored 10

    We stayed at Laya Beach resort which was very beautiful and...

    We stayed at Laya Beach resort which was very beautiful and was very close to our safari's which made our stay even better. The beach, however, was too rough to swim which was a little disappointing.
    ERROL
    Australia

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Yala

  • From £111.58 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 173 reviews
    We loved our stay. We were in Yala just one night and took advantage of the pool the first day and booked a safari for the next morning. The hotel is wonderfully clean and well maintained. But what was even better was the staff. We are both vegans and the staff did everything right for the dinner. We got a full set meal rice and curry with 6 different currys - even soy meat curry! And this was just perfect. The sundown from our hotel room was just insane btw. They also gave us a vegan breakfast to take with us on the safari!
    David
    Germany
  • From £258.83 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 993 reviews
    Everything about this hotel was excellent. The location amid the Yala National Park is ideal for any wildlife enthusiast. The Staff is very attentive and friendly and their service was beyond expectations. The food was superb (Kudos to the chef) and had a very good Variety. The hotel Naturalists has very good knowledge about the wildlife in Yala and would definitely recommend going on a Safari with them. Overall the experience at Cinnamon wild was away beyond our expectations and would definitely go again whenever we can.
    KaviB777
    Sri Lanka
  • From £256.64 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 107 reviews
    My stay at Leopard Nest Yala Glamping was exceptional. The staff welcomed me warmly and made me feel at home from the start. The tents were luxurious, offering stunning views and all the comforts one could ask for. What impressed me most was their dedication to sustainability and wildlife conservation. The guided safari through Yala National Park was unforgettable, especially seeing a leopard in its natural habitat. I highly recommend Leopard Nest Yala Glamping for anyone seeking a memorable adventure in Sri Lanka.
    Naveen Hewaarachchi
    Sri Lanka
  • From £462.41 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 20 reviews
    We had the most magnificent stay at Hilton Yala. Everything was perfect. You could really see that the hotel was newly built, everything in the room was perfect and designed to perfection and the rooms are very spacious. The personal was also super helpful and very friendly and catered all of our wishes. We even had the chance to see an elephant only a few meters away while we were laying on the pool and he entered the property which was amazing! Would definitely go back immeadiately.
    Simone
    Switzerland
  • From £462.41 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 20 reviews
    The Hilton Yala was a very unique state of the art property in the middle of a National Park! The hotel grounds, pool, architecture, and overall layout were stunning and something we haven’t experienced before. However what made this one of the most memorable experience for us is the amazing and ever smiling staff right from the reception, kitchen, and room service staff. Their executive chef was always there smiling and greeting the guests which made this super special!
    Abdallah
    United Arab Emirates
  • From £147.74 per night
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 251 reviews
    Wild Culture Yala was a very warm, welcoming hotel with a great restaurant, pool and friendly staff. The room was big and comfortable, with air con, great shower and was very clean. WiFi connection was good. Restaurant was delicious, the packed lunch for safari was fine and plentiful. Really nice pool, pool bar, archery, croquet, air rifles The hotel also organised us a safari, which was 30 mins drive from the hotel to gate 1. Suresh was a great host and very attentive.
    Alice
    United Kingdom
  • From £135.49 per night
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 280 reviews
    ▪️Recommended for all seeking a safari and traditional stay experience ▪️Not luxurious, but clean and comfortable accommodations ▪️Ideal for adventure-loving individuals ▪️Explored Yala National Park and observed wildlife ▪️Walked through rock areas and visited stunning forest areas ▪️Enjoyed good meals with fresh beverages ▪️Yakaduru Lodge offers a traditional and natural environment ▪️Comfortable accommodations and hospitable staff
    Aoife
    Ireland
  • From £169.76 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 387 reviews
    Fantastic property with stunning scenes even as you enter, and as you walk around = on a beach, near a jungle (national park) and with a few mountains in the background; Excellent night sky views when not cloudy Swimming pool looked superb (but we didn't end up using) Rooms are large and have great amenities including fast wifi across the hotel Good value for money
    Sanjeev
    India
  • From £169.76 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 387 reviews
    Great location if you plan to safari as it’s right in the Yala national park. Secluded so once here you have to use all the hotel amenities but they’re excellent so no complaints here. The food and service was superb throughout our 2 night 3 day stay. Would recommend if visiting Yala national park for sure.
    David
    United Kingdom
  • From £266.39 per night
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 74 reviews
    Amazing villa and quiet location. Was a great escape -- large and spacious, fun pool for the kids, and really close to Yala. The host and staff were all extremely friendly and accommodating. Could not have asked for a better experience and highly recommend.
    Troy
    United States
  • From £70.79 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 71 reviews
    My friends and me had a very nice stay in this hotel. The house was clean, calm, and the staff was really nice. We took the safari trip to yala with them also and we don’t regret it. It was really well organised and the guide was so motivated! So go for it!
    Roxane
    Belgium
  • From £256.64 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 107 reviews
    - very very friendly staff, they’re the reason the place is good - the hotel manager & a person called “baba” were very nice & attentive. We forgot one bag there, they called me & delivered it to us in our other hotel,which we’re very thankful for
    Bashayer
    Kuwait
  • From £148.40 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 117 reviews
    Staff were very nice especially the camp manager. Staff do go above and beyond to try to ensure a great experience. Location is remote and it was nice to give a different experience to our kids instead of resorts and hotels.
    Tyson
    Australia
  • From £57.50 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 32 reviews
    A charming and beautiful hotel in a peaceful location. Excellent food. Very friendly and supportive staff. I have travelled all over Sri Lanka, and I can sat that this place is one of the cleanest and most comfortable places.
    Dermot
    Ireland
  • From £57.50 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 32 reviews
    Good quiet and calm zone, just by the Yala National Park. Great pool and good breakfast. Staff didn't speak or understand very much english, but they we're nice and helpful. Bed was comfy and WiFi worked well.
    Carlos & Paola
    Spain
  • From £61.93 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 23 reviews
    Very nice place located in heart of Yala National Park. Friendly staff and good breakfast. Enjoyed the stay. I would recommend for everyone!
    Laura
    Germany
  • From £35.87 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 61 reviews
    It’s very close to the Yala National Park and has a beautiful beach. The staff is wonderfully friendly and helpful. Fabulous food.
    chami
    United States
  • From £258.83 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 993 reviews
    Wonderful luxury hotel in the middle of the Yala National Park. All comforts in the nature!
    Camilla
    United Kingdom
  • From £54.99 per night
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 82 reviews
    Location as it was close to the Yala Park
    Ania
    Poland
  • From £111.58 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 173 reviews
    Dream room .luxury design
    Haimon
    Israel