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Hotel Elephant Reach
Hotel in Yala
Located in the town of Tissamaharama, Elephant Reach is a 165 mi drive, south from Colombo. The eco-friendly hotel offers an outdoor pool and a restaurant.
Kareem
Egypt
Location for yala park
7.7
Scored 7.7
Good
Rated good
91 reviews
Price from$70.22per night
Aqua Hotel Yala
Hotel in Yala
Located in Yala, 5.6 miles from Tissa Wewa, Aqua Hotel Yala has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.
Abilo
Brazil
Very nice hotel and contact, very helpful and attentive host. Beautiful open bathroom and spaceful room. Startet 4.30 am to Safari and host was so polite to get up to say goodbye...
9.4
Scored 9.4
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
57 reviews
Price from$60per night
The Campers Lodge Yala
Hotel in Yala
Located in Yala, 10 miles from Tissa Wewa, The Campers Lodge Yala provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.
Colin
New Zealand
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. In the morning Nero took us on a safari in the nearby Yala National Park, which was magical at sunrise. Highly recommended.
8.7
Scored 8.7
Excellent
Rated excellent
52 reviews
Price from$40.80per night
Wild Culture Yala
Hotel in Yala
Located in Yala, a 18-minute walk from Kirinda Beach, Wild Culture Yala provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.
Gisela
Argentina
Everything, food, breakfast, view to the rice fields, nice decoration, nice rooms, very big. Staff very friendly
9.5
Scored 9.5
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
255 reviews
Price from$167per night
Jetwing Yala
Hotel in Yala
Spread across 38 acres of land, Jetwing Yala features an outdoor pool, a business center and luxurious rooms located on the borders of Yala National Park.
Layal
United Arab Emirates
Beautiful place and staff
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very Good
Rated very good
396 reviews
Price from$161.15per night
Cinnamon Wild Yala
Yala
Only a 5-minute drive from the famous Yala National Park is Cinnamon Wild Yala. It features chalets with private balconies and free Wi-Fi. It features an outdoor pool and a restaurant.
Krista
Saudi Arabia
This is such a special place to stay! We saw loads of wildlife around the property and out on the Safari. We booked two jungle family rooms for our family of 4 and they were spacious, clean and comfortable. The food was decent, drinks were yummy, and the service was great. They don't play music at the pool or restaurants and so you become attuned to all of the nature sounds around you. It's a wonderful place and great value!
9.0
Scored 9.0
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
996 reviews
Price from$156per night
Wild Coast Tented Lodge All Inclusive
Yala
Wild Coast Tented Lodge All Inclusive is adjacent to the famous Yala National Park, renowned for its dense leopard population.
Nezar
United Arab Emirates
Everything just outstanding, definitely we will come again
9.8
Scored 9.8
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
171 reviews
Price from$716.80per night
Yakaduru - Yala
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.
Thanapat
Thailand
Yakaduru is a beautiful place with many sustainable features. The Yakaduru restaurant is great to visit. We explored the chena in the village side of Yala, where we saw tree houses that offered an amazing view of the Yala area. We also enjoyed drinking tea from coconut shell cups, a unique and sustainable experience. The people we met were very friendly, and even though they couldn't understand us, they communicated well through expressions and with the help of our guide. It was a wonderful experience meeting such friendly people in Sri Lanka. The rooms at Yakaduru Lodge are comfortable and cool, with clay walls and palm leaf roofs. We also visited the beach and had a great time.
9.5
Scored 9.5
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
308 reviews
Price from$120per night
Mahoora - Yala by Eco Team
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.
Kerri
New Zealand
The tents were amazing.
8.3
Scored 8.3
Very Good
Rated very good
262 reviews
Price from$55.28per night
Uga Chena Huts - Yala - All Inclusive
Yala
Located in the deep south of Sri Lanka, Chena Huts is just 5-minute away from Yala National Park.
Susan
United Arab Emirates
In keeping with the environment. Nice programs to give back to the community and impact
9.5
Scored 9.5
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
74 reviews
Price from$683.23per night
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- 8.0Scored 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 wildlifeSandra - 4.0Scored 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.AAnonymousThailand - 10Scored 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.ElizabethAustralia - 6.0Scored 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.
AntoniaUnited Arab Emirates - 10Scored 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
orIsrael - 10Scored 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.
ERROLAustralia
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- From $140 per night9.0Scored 9.0WonderfulRated wonderful· 174 reviewsWe loved everything about this hotel! As this is a small hotel (only 3 rooms), we were the only guests (we booked 2 rooms here). Everything looks like new, there’s a nice pool zone, you can reach beach on foot (takes less than 10 minutes). The staff was amazing and we couldn’t imagine a better service. They prepared a lunch box for our 5AM Yala safari tour. We also had lunch and dinner here - the food was amazing and the portions were huge. I would recommend this hotel to anyone who considers having a safari at Yala national park!
ErnestaLithuania - From $153.23 per night8.9Scored 8.9ExcellentRated excellent· 142 reviewsThe staff was fantastic. Always around for any small need. The location, admittedly far from the city, while the food is provided by the hotel, also prepares breakfast to take away when you go on safari. Dinners were really delicious. The pumpkin soup was a pleasant surprise for me. Insanely delicious. The pool provided solace after a day's safari. The water clean and warm. Plus, close to the gate to the national park, which is not the main entrance, ensuring no unnecessary traffic and queues to enter. Absolutely recommend!PawelPoland
- From $213 per night8.5Scored 8.5Very GoodRated very good· 396 reviewsI stayed a few nights with a friend primarily to do a safari in Yala National park. The hotel is very nice, clean with friendly and helpful staff. The facilities, especially the Gym and SPA (for massages) are very good. The highlight of our trip was the full day Safari which the front desk organised for us. We had the best driver with great knowledge of the best spots to see the wildlife we wanted. He made the experience truly magical. I would definitely recommend asking the front desk to organise it with Madushanka.
AlbertoItaly - From $517.06 per night9.1Scored 9.1WonderfulRated wonderful· 20 reviewsThe 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!AbdallahUnited Arab Emirates
- From $322 per night8.4Scored 8.4Very GoodRated very good· 116 reviewsLeopard Nest in Yala offers a unique glamping experience amidst nature. The tents are spacious and well-equipped, providing comfort without losing the sense of adventure. The staff is attentive and the food is delicious, often featuring local cuisine. However, being close to wildlife means occasional encounters with insects and other creatures, so be prepared. Overall, it's a great option for those seeking a balance between luxury and the thrill of the outdoors.LakshanSri Lanka
- From $185.37 per night9.5Scored 9.5ExceptionalRated exceptional· 255 reviewsOne of the most unique and amazing properties I’ve been to in South Asia. Near the Yala National Park and having an amazing tour guides expect to see leopards elephants buffalos all types of birds and more… with an amazing staff super attentive, rooms to die for, clean spacious and fast WiFi. I will highly recommend this hotel for your stay on Yala. They even arranged for pick up at my Colombo hotel and back with a quick stop in Ella. It was wonderful tripAngelUnited States of America
- From $73.92 per night7.7Scored 7.7GoodRated good· 91 reviewsLovely hotel with a good room and nice swimming pool. Staff were really friendly and helpful when I cut my leg and got plasters for her. The restaurant manager, Samphah, ensured that we had a fabulous Sri Lankan curry for dinner. The location was convenient to access Yala NP. We went on an early Safari in Yala NP and they supplied a really nice packed breakfast. Paid by credit card with no charges.andyUnited Kingdom
- From $486.55 per night9.7Scored 9.7ExceptionalRated exceptional· 79 reviewsHave never seen alive trees inside room. Had feeling that I live in camping but with all modern appliances and city comfort. Very friendly and helpful stuff and manager, who made our stay more comfortable than we expected! Recommend to get complimentary round trip first to see places around. Take a walk to sand dunes on sunset, visit Kirinda beach and town and ask to rent Yala safari from hotel only!
AlekseiRussia - From $170 per night9.5Scored 9.5ExceptionalRated exceptional· 307 reviewsYakaduru exceeded all my expectations! Would happily recommend this to anyone and would stay again. The property is lovely, the location is amazing, the staff (especially Nishantha) were incredible and so was the food! Having a team that also provides tours of the Yala national park is great, makes the whole experience seamless! If you are wanting to experience Yala I would highly recommend YakduruRRodericNew Zealand
- From $185.37 per night9.5Scored 9.5ExceptionalRated exceptional· 255 reviewsit was a beautiful property with only a few rooms all at a high quality spec, rooms were massive with amazing views, immaculately clean and the staff couldn’t do enough for us, so friendly and helpful. Food was lovely (especially the breakfast) and only 15 mins drive to Yala park and easy to book safaris through the hotel. Would highly recommend and would return if we ever went back to Yala.
LisaUnited Kingdom - From $30 per night8.3Scored 8.3Very GoodRated very good· 7 reviewsThe tree house stay was a unique and enjoyable experience. The view of the surrounding jungle was breathtaking and the accommodation was comfortable. The Yala National Park safari was also a highlight, we saw a variety of wildlife including elephants and leopards. Overall, a fantastic trip
DenisSpain - From $324.76 per night9.0Scored 9.0WonderfulRated wonderful· 996 reviewsthe location is just superb. on the edge of Yala National Park and just a few metres from one of the most beautiful wild unspoilt beaches I’ve ever seen. the setting is exceptional and wildlife is abundant - on the lake next to the hotel and all over the grounds.MadeleineUnited Kingdom
- From $486.55 per night9.7Scored 9.7ExceptionalRated exceptional· 79 reviewsAmazing 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.
TroyUnited States of America - From $170 per night9.5Scored 9.5ExceptionalRated exceptional· 307 reviewsWe really loved our stay in Yakaduru, and especially the tour around the property and in farmers’ village with Nishantha who did everything to make our stay memorable. Food was good, property was clean and location is perfect, very close to Yala. Thank youliliaFrance
- From $33 per night9.0Scored 9.0WonderfulRated wonderful· 134 reviewsLovely place to stay, as described on the website. We had very soft sheets and both air conditioning and a fan to keep cool. The hotel organised our safari and provided breakfast, it was a great trip and we even saw a leopard!NickyUnited Kingdom
- From $72.15 per night9.4Scored 9.4WonderfulRated wonderful· 57 reviewsAqua Hotel Yala is exceptional! The staff’s friendliness and the immaculate rooms made our stay perfect. With the national park just a short distance away, it’s the ideal spot for nature adventures and a relaxing retreat.
JosePanama - From $213 per night8.5Scored 8.5Very GoodRated very good· 396 reviewsThe location of the property is amazing. it is located on a virgin beach and it is just next to Yala National Park for people who is looking for Safari trip. The service and the food were really good and tasty.
MOHAMMEDSaudi Arabia - From $70 per night8.3Scored 8.3Very GoodRated very good· 23 reviewsBeautiful hotel in a Yala National Park. The food was great, lots of choices for breakfast, lunch and dinner, we were welcomed and looked after by all the friendly staff.
WeerasooriyaSri Lanka - From $333 per night8.7Scored 8.7ExcellentRated excellent· 23 reviewsAmazing property, amazing staff and amazing facilities. Has to be one of the best hotels I have stayed at by far. There is nothing in this facility that I would change!AsimItaly
- From $324.76 per night9.0Scored 9.0WonderfulRated wonderful· 996 reviewsGood Stay located next to the National park
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