Boasting garden views, Yala Wild House offers accommodation with an open-air bath, a garden and barbecue facilities, around 14 km from Tissa Wewa. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The campground also provides free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. At the campground, each unit comes with a outdoor furniture. There is a seating and a dining area in all units. At the campground, all units include bed linen and towels. There is a snack bar, and packed lunches are also available. Bike hire and car hire are available at the campground and the area is popular for hiking and walking tours. Outdoor play equipment is also available for guests at Yala Wild House. Situlpawwa is 19 km from the accommodation, while Bundala Bird Sanctuary is 31 km from the property. Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport is 41 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Free private parking available on-site

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 double beds
1 double bed
3 double beds
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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.6
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
7.5

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Bengt
    Sweden Sweden
    Very Friendly family. Helps you with everything. Also cute dogs at the camp.
  • Edgar
    Germany Germany
    Lovely family run buisness! Super friendly/ helpful host and amazing food! The whole place is alive with birds, absolutely recommended. It's situated very close to yala national park and jeep tours can be arranged. Go and stay there, if you are...
  • Jay
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Beautiful, authentic and wild place right next to the safari park. The host is fantastic, really kind and welcoming and made great food!! The place is rustic but very clean and all adds to the feeling of being immersed in the jungle.
  • Julie
    United States United States
    This is a beautiful place. It reflects the energy and imagination of the owners. These guys really know how to cook and the food is excellent. They worked very hard to make sure that I was happy.
  • Sacha
    Switzerland Switzerland
    The breakfast was balanced and hearty, typical Sri Lankan fare The location was exceptional, a bit far from the center, but absolutely in the wilderness, you couldn't wish for better. The hosts were lovely and the rooms were like in the...
  • Andrea
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Very welcome host from the very beginning! We booked everything on site with him. Simple breakfast but delicious and freshly made!. Dimmer was extraordinary! We had quiet some rain bur the host helped us a lot to get back to the village after our...
  • Guia
    Italy Italy
    A very wild house, built with love by the owner with total respect of the nature. The owner is kind, a very good cooker and made our stay as comfortable as possible. He makes you feel at home.
  • Hannah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Host was excellent and friendly. Always accommodating. Location to Yala safari was brilliant. Host arranged full day of safari and pick up from camp. Food was delicious and varied Sri Lankan dishes.
  • Bostjan
    Slovenia Slovenia
    This is a very wild house. Very kind owner. Do not expect a wifi. Rooms are nice, clean, with animals in it (gheco). Meals are very good, owner is a good chef.
  • Bruce
    Germany Germany
    This was such a special experience. The area was so calm and peaceful. We even saw a mouse deer right next to our house. We also got really spoilt with fruits, great food and beverages. Host organized a safari jeep and driver for us with packed...

Hosted by Priyantha

9.6
9.6
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Priyantha
Yala Wild House is a camp site located on the edge of Yala National Parks, a 10-minute drive to the main entrance of Yala national park ( 4.2Km ). Surrounded by beautiful nature landscapes, it provides environmental shanties with private bathrooms. Sri lankan rice and curry dinner is provided on request or can ask for dinner as your favour earlier. Free WiFi is available in the public areas of the property. All rooms are fitted with comfortable mattresses and pillows. Free drinking water is provided. All bathrooms are equipped with a shower. Safari jeep services can arrange according to the guests wish and on early request before your arrival. Couples, families and group of friends particularly like the location... We speak your language!
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Yala Wild House
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bath or shower
  • Shared toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen

View

  • Landmark view
  • Garden view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Live music/performance
  • Cooking class
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Evening entertainment
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Dining area
  • Seating Area

Food & Drink

  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room

Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Street parking
  • Valet parking
  • Accessible parking

Reception services

  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/check-out

Entertainment and family services

  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Child safety socket covers

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping

Safety & security

  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box

General

  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Mosquito net
  • Private entrance
  • Car hire
  • Packed lunches
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service

Accessibility

  • Auditory guidance
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Higher level toilet
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit located on ground floor

Wellness

  • Full body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Couples massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Open-air bath
  • Massage
    Additional charge

Languages spoken

  • English

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

Check-in
From 14:00 to 23:30
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 06:00 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Curfew
Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 23:30 and 05:00
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Yala Wild House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about Yala Wild House

  • Yes, Yala Wild House is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Yala Wild House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Evening entertainment
    • Live music/performance
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Back massage
    • Walking tours
    • Open-air bath
    • Cooking class
    • Neck massage
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Bicycle rental
    • Foot massage
    • Couples massage
    • Head massage
    • Hand massage
    • Full body massage
  • The prices at Yala Wild House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Yala Wild House is 11.2 miles from the centre of Yala. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Yala Wild House is from 14:00, and check-out is until 12:00.