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Featuring pool views, Makini Bush Camp, Yala in Yala provides accommodations, an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, barbecue facilities, and a shared lounge. The property is around 9 miles from Situlpawwa, 13 miles from Tissa Wewa, and 29 miles from Bundala Bird Sanctuary. The luxury tent features rooms with air conditioning, free private parking, and free Wifi. At the luxury tent, units come with a desk. Every room comes with a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. At the luxury tent, every unit comes with bed linen and towels. A selection of options including warm dishes, local specialities, and fruit are available for the Asian breakfast. Guests are welcome to eat at the on-site family-friendly restaurant, which is open for dinner, lunch, and brunch. Guests can also warm up near the outdoor fireplace after a day of walking tours. Kataragama Temple is 2.8 miles from the luxury tent, while Ranminitenna Tele Cinema Village is 10 miles from the property. Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport is 24 miles away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Breakfast Info

Asian

Free private parking


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 king beds
1 twin bed
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1 king bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
8.5
Location
8.9
High score for Yala

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Antonio
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Everything! The staff is great. From breakfast to dinner, food was delicious. Everything in our cabin was meticulously thought to make us feel welcome and comfortable. Definitely recommend doing the safari with them, we were so happy to have Koush...
  • Sofia
    Germany Germany
    Our family recently visited Makini Bush Camp and we had an amazing time. The staff's kindness and helpfulness made our stay truly special. We were thrilled to witness incredible wildlife sightings, including graceful elephants, playful monkeys,...
  • Natasha
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    My expectation's on this stay were blown away I didn’t expect this experience to be as amazing as it was. Starting with the staff they couldn’t do enough for you, you can see there was been training set in the place as they do everything with the...
  • Soraya
    Belgium Belgium
    The experience from pick-up, chexk-in to the room. We had stayed at another safari tent resort but this one was so much better and more comfortable. The small pool was a big plus, and breakfast the best we had on our trip.
  • Lucy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We were warmly welcomed from the very start by the incredible team. They did everything they could to give us a memorable stay, from the delicious food (best we had in Sri Lanka and very generous portions), the impeccable service, informative...
  • Lily
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The staff are amazing, the guides superb, the cabins comfortable.
  • Olivia
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    If you're seeking a peaceful and secluded getaway in Yala, Sri Lanka, Makini Bush Camp is the ideal place to stay. The camp is beautifully designed, featuring comfortable and spacious tents that blend seamlessly into the surrounding environment....
  • Cristian
    Spain Spain
    The camp is beautifully located just outside the Yala national park. Tents were cosy and safe. The staff was welcoming and so kind to us. Food was delicious, a lot of coconut was used. Guided safari and the bushwalk were the highlight of our stay....
  • Sandya
    Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
    friendly staff, Unique experience and mouth watering traditional Sri Lankan cuisines.
  • Raquel
    Spain Spain
    Nos gustó todo el lugar es mágico y se descansa genial, ideal para hacer safaris por la tarde y descansa mañana temprano

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      Asian
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan

Amenities of Makini Bush Camp, Yala
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet

View

  • Pool view
  • Garden view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Themed dinners
  • Walking tours

Living Area

  • Sitting area
  • Desk

Food & Drink

  • Wine/Champagne
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).

    Services

    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Private check-in/out
    • Wake-up service

    Entertainment & Family Services

    • Board games/Puzzles
    • Board games/puzzles

    General

    • Air conditioning
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!

    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Plunge pool

    Languages Spoken

    • English

    House rules
    Makini Bush Camp, Yala takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
    Check-out
    From 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Curfew
    The entrance to the property is closed between 22:00 and 05:00
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    0 - 5 years
    Extra bed upon request
    Free

    The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    There are no cribs available at this property.

    All extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Accepted payment methods
    VisaMastercardUnionPay credit cardCash
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    FAQs about Makini Bush Camp, Yala

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • The prices at Makini Bush Camp, Yala may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Yes, Makini Bush Camp, Yala is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Makini Bush Camp, Yala is 10.6 miles from the center of Yala. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Makini Bush Camp, Yala offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Walking tours
      • Swimming pool
      • Themed dinners
    • Makini Bush Camp, Yala has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant #1
    • Check-in at Makini Bush Camp, Yala is from 12:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.