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"Yakaduru Yala is located on the buffer Zone of Yala National Park. It’s Just 5 minutes away from the Yala National Park Entrance. Yakaduru is renowned for its sustainable architecture and tourism, Where guest can stay in properties built by Mud and palm thatched roofing. Yakaduru Yala is running on 100% renewable power. Featuring free WiFi and a barbecue. Free private parking is available on site. Certain rooms feature a seating area for your convenience. Some rooms have views of the sea or garden. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property. You can engage in various activities, such as cycling and hiking. The resort also offers bike hire. Kataragama is 11 mi from Yakaduru - Yala, while Tissamaharama is 6.8 mi away."

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Breakfast Info

Continental

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Activities:

Hiking

Cycling

Evening entertainment


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
10 full beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.7
Free Wifi
9.0
High score for Yala
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Leigh
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Wow what an amazing place fantasy staff so helpful and friendly we did the moon drive highly recommended one of our favorite activities and also a morning safari where we was lucky enough to see a leopard 🐆 thanks to our amazing driver and guide...
  • Rabiatul
    Qatar Qatar
    The accommodation is very comfortable and have a charming, rustic feel that blends seamlessly with the surrounding landscape. The camp’s commitment to sustainability and eco-friendliness is commendable. The staff is super friendly and helpful,...
  • Michael
    United States of America United States of America
    Incredible property surrounded by largest density of leopards in the world.
  • Daniel
    United States of America United States of America
    Our stay was excellent. The staff took incredible care of us from the moment we arrived until departure. The bbq was especially great. It's a true feast and absolutely delicious (speaking as someone from the US South).
  • Aditya
    India India
    Beautiful location, out in the wilderness. At night you can see the stars and hear the animals from the bush. The rooms are nice, traditional mud house style. The free bush walk with Nishantha was fun and informative and ended with tea at sunset...
  • Jo
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Loved the food and that they cook dinner in front of you, it was so authentic, and beautiful grounds. They organised our safari for us which was really helpful, and arrange all the food for the day. The open hut made for an incredible experience...
  • Vasquez
    Chile Chile
    Amazing place inside the jungle, very close to the entrance of the national park. And the staff was very welcoming ahowing us around the place and also organizing the safari for us.
  • Dorota
    Belgium Belgium
    We couldn't have loved this place more. The surroundings, the kindness of the staff, the food, the amenities, the pool. Everything was absolutely perfect and we recommend Yakaduru to anyone looking to see the Yala National Park, as it's only a...
  • Anat
    Israel Israel
    Unique experience sleeping in the open air while still enjoying all the facilities and such great food throughout the two days we spent there. The entire staff was friendly and carrying, catering all our needs with a smile. The open air shower...
  • Reiza
    Philippines Philippines
    Everything! The food, the people, the space. Just perfect.

Property questions and answers
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  • What is the cost for a safari? Half day and full day?

    Rates are subject to change...
    Answered on 22 August 2023
  • Hello, do you organise safari? if so what are the costs?

    Yes. we have registered game drivers who will provide you the required services...
    Answered on 15 June 2023
  • Hi If we booked a room on the 10/12 could we do a safari on the morning of the 11/12? There would be two adults. How much would it cost please?

    Yes. We can arrange the safari for you. Price might change time to time.
    Answered on 28 December 2023
  • is the accommodation located inside the national park and if so do we still have to pay entrance tickets or is that included in the price

    Accommodation just 5 minutes away from the National Park Main Entrance and the safari price includes ticket cost as well
    Answered on 28 December 2023
  • We are looking at the family bungalow - we are 3 couples. We wanted to know if there are any rooms or is it all general sleeping area without walls.

    We have Double Rooms as well as family bungalow with the bedding facility of 10.
    Answered on 28 December 2023
  • How can I book a safari with you?

    We accept booking online and by calls
    Answered on 22 February 2024
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Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Gemunu
    • Cuisine
      Asian
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian

Resort facilities at Yakaduru - Yala
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Guest bathroom
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
View
  • Landmark view
  • Pool view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • High chair
  • Dining table
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinners
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Beach
  • Evening entertainment
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Breakfast in the room
Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Transportation
    • Public transit tickets
      Additional charge
    Front Desk Services
    • Lockers
    • Private check-in/out
    • Tour desk
    • Express check-in/out
    Cleaning Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Dry cleaning
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Key access
    • Safe
    General
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Grocery deliveries
      Additional charge
    • Designated smoking area
    • Mosquito net
    • Wake-up service
    • Private entrance
    • Car rental
    • Packed lunches
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Room service
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Plunge pool
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    Spa
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    • Open-air bath
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules
    Yakaduru - Yala takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 2:00 PM to 8:30 PM
    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
    Check-out
    From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    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

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Accepted payment methods
    VisaMastercardJCBMaestroUnionPay credit cardCash

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

    Please inform Yakaduru - Yala of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.

    This property is accessible by an unpaved road, which might not be suitable for some vehicles.

    FAQs about Yakaduru - Yala

    • Yakaduru - Yala has 1 restaurant:

      • Gemunu
    • Guests staying at Yakaduru - Yala can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.0).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
    • Check-in at Yakaduru - Yala is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • Room options at Yakaduru - Yala include:

      • Family
      • Double
      • Villa
    • Yes, Yakaduru - Yala is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Yakaduru - Yala offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Evening entertainment
      • Tour or class about local culture
      • Open-air bath
      • Walking tours
      • Swimming pool
      • Cooking class
      • Beach
      • Temporary art galleries
      • Bicycle rental
      • Themed dinners
    • Yakaduru - Yala is 11.2 miles from the center of Yala. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

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