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Ranakeliya Lodge - Yala

Yala

Located 6.6 km from Tissa Wewa, Ranakeliya Lodge - Yala provides accommodation with a garden, a terrace and room service for your convenience.

W
Wendy
From
Switzerland
Lovely safari tents Very friendly staff Great location, near Yala, safaris organised with private driver from the lodge
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 434 reviews
Location 9.2
Price from
US$38.67
1 night, 2 adults

Tree Tops Yala

Yala

Providing pool views, Tree Tops Yala in Yala provides accommodation, an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, a terrace and a restaurant. The lodge features both WiFi and private parking free of charge.

F
Florence
From
Belgium
We had an amazing stay at this beautiful house in Yala! The staff was incredibly attentive and made sure we were well taken care of throughout our stay. The house is very spacious, clean, and modern—perfect for our group of 10 people. The food was delicious, all prepared by the staff, which made our experience even more relaxing. The pool was stunning, and being surrounded by nature made the experience even more special. We spotted monkeys, peacocks, a variety of birds, and even a monitor lizard! Another great advantage is that the house is located just 15 minutes from the entrance of Yala Safari Park, making it super convenient for our excursions. Overall, it was a peaceful and unique getaway, and the staff’s care and attention made it truly memorable. Highly recommend this place!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 146 reviews
Location 9.2
Price from
US$76.50
1 night, 2 adults

White Sand Bungalow Yala

Yala

Located in Yala, 10 km from Tissa Wewa and 27 km from Situlpawwa, White Sand Bungalow Yala provides accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning, a garden and a shared lounge.

C
Caitlin
From
Australia
The staff were so welcoming and lovely. Couldn’t speak strong English but always went above and beyond to make my partner and I feel welcome and comfortable. Sad to leave this place
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews
Location 9.0
Price from
US$60
1 night, 2 adults

Yala Jungle Haven

Yala

Situated 14 km from Tissa Wewa, Yala Jungle Haven features accommodation with a garden, a terrace and a 24-hour front desk for your convenience.

G
Giulia
From
Italy
A place immersed in nature a stone's throw from the entrance of the Yala national park. The owner and nephew are very hospitable and friendly, they took care of us by introducing us to the area and organizing everything for us. Highly recommended
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 49 reviews
Location 9.9
Price from
US$60.30
1 night, 2 adults

Yala Leopard Lodge

Yala

Featuring a swimming pool, a garden, a terrace and views of the pool, Yala Leopard Lodge is located in Yala and provides accommodation with free WiFi.

C
Catherine
From
Australia
Such amazing service. Loved every minute and felt like family.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 80 reviews
Location 8.9
Price from
US$124.88
1 night, 2 adults

Jetwing Jungle Lodge, A Luxury Reserve

Yala

Providing garden views, Jetwing Jungle Lodge, A Luxury Reserve in Yala provides accommodation, a garden, a private beach area, a terrace, a restaurant and a bar. Free WiFi is provided.

y
yingxin
From
China
This is the most worthwhile hotel on our Sri Lanka trip! The photos cannot fully capture the comfort and beauty of the hotel! The wooden cottage we lived in was located in the forest and was very comfortable! The hotel and the other side of Jetwing Yala share a buffet and beach bar. The staff is very friendly! No matter what our needs are, the staff comes to serve us immediately. The food at Jungle Hotel is delicious! This is definitely a place worth coming back to!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 43 reviews
Location 8.9
Price from
US$215.28
1 night, 2 adults

Wadula Safari - Yala

Kataragama (Near Yala)

Set in Kataragama in the Monaragala District region, with Kataragama Temple nearby, Wadula Safari - Yala offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

A
Albertus
From
Portugal
Where do I start? Staying at the Wadula in an exoerience, not just a stay at a hotel! The accommodation is situated in the middle of nature. This is why you're escorted by one of the brothers that own the hotel from the main road because otherwise you'd probably get lost. Think nature, think a jungle-like experience! If you're a nature lover such as myself you will love this place! The owners, Dulaj and Chamith, are the best hosts you could possibly imagine. Welcoming, all smiles, and extremely helpful. They can arrange a host of things such as transportation, packed lunches and, of course safaris in neighbouring (literally 50 metres away) Yala National Park. The safari, arranged by the brothers, comes highly recommended! We did the full day safari. Very good packed breakfast, yummy lunch and to top it all off we saw elephants and yes, the ever elusive panther! Go for it! Ask Dulaj or Chamith to arrange the safari for you! They know the best guides! As for the accommodation: you will stay in your own private beautiful bungalow. It has all the amenities such as flatscreen TV, WiFi, aircon, coffee /tea, and in the bathroom apart from shampoo, even conditioner, toothpaste etc etc. Wonderful! Each balcony has a veranda with a gorgeous view over the lake. A perfect place to relax in the evenings! If you love nature and if you love a quiet peaceful place, look no further and book the Wadula!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 121 reviews
Location 9.4
Price from
US$69
1 night, 2 adults

Single Trees Yala

Palatupana (Near Yala)

Situated in Palatupana in the Hambantota District region, Single Trees Yala features accommodation with free private parking. Some units have a seating area and/or a balcony.

J
Joanna
From
Poland
Amazing wild, raw experience. Whole family loved it. Breakfasts were good, very tasty... I think piece of bread only would taste good there. It's so minimalistic you really feel like you don't need much to be happy. Very friendly owners. Highly recommend!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 139 reviews
Location 8.8
Price from
US$18.90
1 night, 2 adults

Flying Peacock Yala, Katharagama,

Kataragama (Near Yala)

Offering garden views, Flying Peacock Yala, Katharagama, in Kataragama offers accommodation, free bikes, a garden, a terrace and barbecue facilities.

A
Adel Adnen
From
United Arab Emirates
I have been to Sri Lanka three or four times, and when I come, I mostly stay in places connected with nature. Really, this place is very beautiful, and no matter how hot it was, it didn't feel like it inside this room. Here is a place of amazing beauty combined with a real jungle-like environment. I highly recommend this place to anyone. This is the place that provided the best service at the lowest price among the places I have visited in Sri Lanka. The staff was very close to us and provided good service. I highly recommend it as the only place that gave the best service for the lowest price.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews
Location 7.8
Price from
US$26.50
1 night, 2 adults

Koragaha Lodge - Yala

Tissamaharama (Near Yala)

Offering pool views, Koragaha Lodge - Yala in Tissamaharama offers accommodation, free bikes, an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, a shared lounge and a terrace.

C
Cara
From
Ireland
This has been my favourite hotel in Sri Lanka so far. The lodges are beautifully designed. The room was spacious and spotlessly clean. The bed was so comfortable. Praveen was extremely welcoming and helpful to us during the stay. We organised the Yala National Park Safari through the hotel in advance of our visit and it was 90USD per person (the hotel also arranged a naturist to join us on the safari and I really would recommend doing so as it gave great insight to the animals we encountered). The food was excellent. The staff were extremely accommodating to dietary requirements and were able to provide a vegan dinner. They prepared a vegetable kottu, coconut curry and dhal and it was soooo delicious. My partner also got grilled chicken and said it was the nicest meal of the trip! Could not recommend Koragaha Lodge more.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 353 reviews
Location 9.2
Price from
US$153.23
1 night, 2 adults
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Ideal for nature-lovers looking for a self-sufficient getaway, lodges are fully furnished and self-catered. Usually made of wood and surrounded by forests or mountains, lodges can be part of a group or a single unit. More remote than holiday homes, lodges are popular for safari trips.

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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 80 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 49 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 43 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 146 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 434 reviews

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  • Avg. price/night: US$76.92
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 434 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 !
    Guest review by
    Vianney
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$76.92
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 434 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!
    Guest review by
    Sophie
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$76.92
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 434 reviews
    Beautiful, comfy and spacious safari tent. Lovely outdoor area with a real safari feel. Amazing food served under the stars each night. We went on a safari organised by Ranakeliya lodge and owner Thisara joined us which was a pleasure and great experience. 100% recommended this place
    Guest review by
    Martha
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: US$76.92
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 434 reviews
    We stayed in the tented lodge for one night. The lodge is amazing. It is beautifully built, very clean with mosquito nets on every entrance and window. The open air bathroom rounded up the glamping experience. There is electricity and even wifi in the tents. We booked two safaris and one starlight BBQ. The safari organisation went smooth and the guides were really good. The dinner was outstanding and one of our highlights of the whole vacation. The owners are super friendly. Would definately recommend!
    Guest review by
    katerina
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$154.01
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 80 reviews
    Everything is fantastic! We stayed here for two nights while going on safari in Yala with the all inclusive package. The staff at the Lodge were wonderful, and gave us everything we needed. The meals were delicious with lots of different menu options to choose from. The room was clean and comfortable with good aircon. The pool was also great. The perfect place to stay in Yala!
    Guest review by
    Emma
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$76.92
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 434 reviews
    This lovely lodge was like your own little house. It was near to the owners house so you felt safe but had a lovely rustic feel with lots of nature surrounding you. Very clean and good size bed. Air conditioning was great. Family and owner were extremely friendly and welcoming. They cooked amazing authentic food. The bbq under the stars was a fabulous touch. Great proximity to Yala National park for a safari. The lodge arranged everything.
    Guest review by
    michelle
    Young couple