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Blue Sky Hotel Yala, hotel in Yala

Offering a garden and lake view, Blue Sky Hotel Yala is located in Yala, 3 km from Tissa Wewa and 28 km from Bundala Bird Sanctuary.

It’s ok given the price. Wasn’t expecting too much but the room is really basic. The owner is very accommodating - allowing late check out after our safari tour. He helped us with our luggages as there’s no lift. He also waited for us as we reached the place quite late at night. He is also quite responsive most of the time. And he prepared breakfast for us for our safari tour.
Scored 8.9
8.9
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
169 reviews
Price from
£27.70
1 night, 2 adults
Humbhaha jungle yala nature eco resort, hotel in Yala

Boasting a patio with garden views, free bikes and a garden, Humbhaha jungle yala nature eco resort can be found in Kataragama, close to Kataragama Temple and 18 km from Situlpawwa.

He is flexible on room change but that depends on availability. Interesting enviroment with a nice vibe and host!
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very good
567 reviews
Price from
£14.89
1 night, 2 adults
Safari Lodge Yala, hotel in Yala

Set in Kataragama, Safari Lodge Yala provides a restaurant and garden views, 2.3 km from Kataragama Temple and 16 km from Lunugamvehera National Park. Complimentary WiFi is provided.

Beautiful, clean safari lodge at a very reasonable price. Air conditioning was good and beds were comfortable. The setting itself is beautiful with the lodges set in lovely gardens. Staff will help you to arrange safari at a reasonable price. We got a full jeep to ourselves both days. It’s worth noting that if you do a full day safari it works out cheaper as if you do an evening then morning you have to pay the park entrance fee both days, but a full day in a bumpy jeep might not be for everyone!
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very good
752 reviews
Price from
£26.38
1 night, 2 adults
Katagamuwa Rest, hotel in Yala

Set within 15 km of Situlpawwa and 20 km of Tissa Wewa in Kataragama, Katagamuwa Rest provides accommodation with seating area.

Property is nice and scenic. Very natural and peaceful. Staff is very supportive. Allowed us use of kitchen which helped a lot as we had kid traveing with us, who prefer home cooked food. It is a good rest house with all basic amenities. Overall homely place.
Scored 7.4
7.4
Rated good
Good
5 reviews
Price from
£8.79
1 night, 2 adults
Mailagama Cinnamon Residence, hotel in Yala

21 km from Situlpawwa, Mailagama Cinnamon Residence is a recently renovated property set in Kataragama and offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and private parking.

A beautiful and peaceful accommodation between rice fields. You can visit the cinnamon plantation and processing. We also did a private Jeeptour to Yala NP organized by MCP, which was ama We also had very good local breakfast and dinner. Stuff was very lovely and helpful
Scored 9.5
9.5
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
219 reviews
Price from
£42.46
1 night, 2 adults
Serenity Lake Resort Yala, hotel in Yala

Set in Tissamaharama, 11 km from Tissa Wewa, Serenity Lake Resort Yala offers accommodation with water sports facilities, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden.

Nice garden, very helpful staff, good food.
Scored 8.6
8.6
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
148 reviews
Price from
£26.38
1 night, 2 adults
Sunshine Guest House, hotel in Yala

Offering a garden and garden view, Sunshine Guest House is set in Kataragama, 19 km from Tissa Wewa and 44 km from Bundala Bird Sanctuary.

Everything is good. This is the perfect place to stay . They are improving it's facilities.
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very good
15 reviews
Price from
£9.48
1 night, 2 adults
Rathna Holiday Resort, hotel in Yala

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Rathna Holiday Resort is situated in Kataragama. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

Room and service was worth the price paid. Very convenient place to access Katharagama Devalaya, Kiriwehere and Kataragama town. Staff are friendly and provide good service.
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very good
62 reviews
Price from
£19.17
1 night, 2 adults
Amadi Rest, hotel in Yala

Offering a garden and mountain view, Amadi Rest is set in Kataragama, 16 km from Situlpawwa and 18 km from Tissa Wewa. This guest house offers free private parking and a shared kitchen.

Very calm place around the city limits
Scored 7.0
7.0
Rated good
Good
44 reviews
Price from
£16.79
1 night, 2 adults
Isuruma Rest, hotel in Yala

Located 44 km from Bundala Bird Sanctuary, 2.2 km from Kataragama Temple and 14 km from Ranminitenna Tele Cinema Village, Isuruma Rest provides accommodation set in Kataragama.

The location is very close to Kiri Veherata Sella Kataragama and Kataragama Temple. Very convenient place to get facilities and food.
Scored 7.3
7.3
Rated good
Good
8 reviews
Price from
£5.60
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Avg. price/night: £147.89
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 215 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: £196.97
    Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 607 reviews
    Excellent and beyond friendly service. Meals were great and all activities offered by the camp were the best we have experienced in Sri Lanka! We would truly recommend Yakaduru to our friends. Nishantha was a great host to us. When we arrived a traditional lunch was served to us along with a surprise dinner on a scenic rock near our room.
    Daniela
    Young couple
  • Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 79 reviews
    If you are looking for a place full of peace and quiet, this little paradise is just the thing. Hansa and his wife are lovely and helpful hosts who take very good care of you, making you feel at home. The food was really delicious and the beach was relaxing and so empty that you had it to yourself. The rooms are simple but have everything you need. We also booked a safari through him which went very well. We would have loved to stay longer as it was the best two days of our trip. Alessia
    Marc
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £147.89
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 215 reviews
    Great location close to the National Park. Staff extremely helpful and friendly. Ease of check in and check out. Assistance with transport from the hotel. Quiet hotel with a homely feel.
    Jade
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £26.38
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 169 reviews
    Very hospitable hosts and a wonderfully quiet
    Fernandez
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 375 reviews
    Boutique safari style hotel, reminiscent of an expensive African lodge. Quiet location on the edge of rice paddies with only 8 guest rooms. Fantastic pool and bar area. Large rooms and bed. Nothing too much trouble for the staff, they were all very eager to please. A stunning property with only a few guests.
    Melinda
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £75.18
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 96 reviews
    Good. Very nice place. Navin the host is very helpful and arranged transportation for us. Also arranged the Jeep safari. Great host.
    Sanjeeva
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £62.51
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 61 reviews
    Amazing stay at this unique place. Astonishing View. The food was extraordinary. A little expensive, but incredible Barbecue. We were so happy to finally find a place in Sri Lanka with complete quietness. And this is definitely it! The highlight was the amazing hosts and friends. Thank you for having us, we would recommend!
    Martha
    Young couple
  • Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 79 reviews
    Fantastic location, close to long stretch of empty beach. The host Hansa is super friendly and makes amazing Sri Lankan breakfast and dinner. The room was simple, but perfectly comfortable, with quiet and effective air con. Access is down a very bumpy unmade road, but iur driver had contacted the hotel in advance and arranged to meet Hansa on the main road and he picked us up. The safari organised by the hotel was very good.
    Justin
    Young couple
  • Scored 9.8
    9.8
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 98 reviews
    It looks much better than the pictures, the villa is spacious. But the best part is the hosts, they were super nice, we received welcome drink, wonderful breakfast. The owner has a garden with fresh fruits, he did a little tour and tasting, it was wonderful.
    Saulė
    People with friends