Yala Wild Hut - Yala

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 9.3
Rated wonderful

Staff

9.8

About this property

Elegant Accommodations: Yala Wild Hut in Tissamaharama offers luxury tents with private bathrooms, garden views, and modern amenities. Each tent features a dining area, outdoor furniture, and free WiFi, ensuring a comfortable stay. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves local, Asian, and barbecue grill cuisines. Guests can enjoy breakfast with full English, Irish, or vegetarian options, including local specialties and warm dishes. Additional facilities include a coffee shop and outdoor seating areas. Leisure Activities: Yala Wild Hut provides walking tours, cycling, and cooking classes. The property is highly rated for its convenience for nature trips, deserts, and safaris, making it ideal for peaceful nature-centric stays.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Asian

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Jawana
Israel Israel
“Staying in a tent during our safari was an unforgettable experience! The tent was spacious and clean, offering a comfortable and cozy atmosphere in the heart of nature. The staff were absolutely amazing – so kind, welcoming, and attentive, making...”
Ed
India India
“Our guide Isuru was well informed and proactive, he showed us a good time.”
Robert
United States United States
“Yalla hut is in the middle of the jungle. The staff was very accommodating, especially Isuru. The food was delicious and very big portions, maybe could have been a littler hotter. The beds were very comfortable.”
Erin
United States United States
“Incredibly peaceful. Very quiet. Amazing staff and great food. A perfect retreat following a few busy days in Ella.”
Juliet
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Thankyou for the most wonderful stay at Yala Wild Hut. The location is so beautifully isolated and you have a real sense of being in nature … the stars at night were incredible. The team at Wild Hut were fantastic: understated unobtrusive...”
Jan
Belgium Belgium
“The super friendly staff arranged for us to go a full day safari, with breakfast and lunch in the park and they kept on looking for leopards for us. The welcome tea at the rock top with sunset was breath taking. We really enjoyed our stay in the...”
Zlil
Israel Israel
“I had the pleasure to stay here for a night before going to safari in Yala. Dhammika the owner is an amazing humble person who did above and beyond to make me feel comfortable. Unlike other places, I didn’t feel like all I am seen is as means to...”
Maxime
Canada Canada
“Perfect spot. Dinner was really good. Owner helped via WhatsApp to book Safari and transportation for affordable prices. Staff was helpful and nice. Strongly recommend.”
Sarukesi
United States United States
“The property was beautiful. It felt like you were camping in the middle of nowhere, but had all the amenities. The staff was super friendly and very accommodating, especially Roy. Roy was so nice he came on safari with us. He had a lot of...”
Jeannette
Switzerland Switzerland
“Yala Wild Hut is truly a unique place. The tents are luxurious and fully equipped – nothing is missing. We were especially impressed by the spacious and very well-designed bathroom. The service was outstanding: warm, attentive, and always helpful....”

Managed by Yala Wild Hut

Company review score: 9.8Based on 128 reviews from 2 properties
2 managed properties

Property info

Camping in the heart of the Yala National Park Sri Lanka is one of the most exclusive ways to immerse oneself in nature! Waking up to the varied calls of birds around the campsite, and enjoying a steaming cup of tea or coffee while watching the deer and monkeys, is an idyllic start to anyone’s day. The incredible beauty of the National Park and its' undisturbed wilderness won't be the only highlight of your stay with us. At Yala Wild Hut, we offer the convenience of ‘comfort camping’ giving you the liberty of camping in the wild without the worry of having to organize tents, refreshments, or most importantly, freshly cooked meals! We are equipped with all the camping gear and your campfire, BBQ and a dedicated butler will be waiting when you return from your evening safari. Yala Wild Hut facilitates glamping within the Yala National Park Sri Lanka buffer zone. Exclusive Benefits - Private Luxury tented Chalet accommodation - Daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner - Complimentary Tea/ Coffee, Evening Snacks, Bottled Water - Children under five stay and dine for free - Guided Safari will be arranged upon request (incurred extra cost) - Buffer zone visit and site visit (incurred extra cost) - Beach trip (incurred extra cost) - Free Wifi We provide the following meal plans; Room ONLY – Includes accommodation only Bed & Breakfast – Includes accommodation and Breakfast Half Board – Includes accommodation, Dinner, and Breakfast Full Board - Includes accommodation, Lunch, Dinner, and Breakfast All-Inclusive - Includes accommodation, Lunch, Dinner, and Breakfast, Local Beverages upon your pre-request (Beer, Wine, Gin & Tonic), and a complimentary half-day Safari with a Safari Jeep and Park Tickets. (Check-In time 12 noon, Check-out tine 11 am)

Neighborhood info

15 min Drive to the Yala National Park

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    Local • Asian • Grill/BBQ
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian

Amenities of Yala Wild Hut - Yala

Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Breakfast

House rules

Yala Wild Hut - Yala takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 1:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 1 are welcome.

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

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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
VisaCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Yala Wild Hut - 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.

Guests will receive a rental agreement which must be signed and returned to the property prior to arrival. If guests don't receive the agreement on time, they should contact the property management company at the number on the booking confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.

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

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travelers on dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be canceled on arrival.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

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