Yala Wild House

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Scored 9.4
Rated superb

Staff

9.9

Property highlights

About this property

Essential Facilities: Yala Wild House in Thissamaharama offers a sun terrace, garden, open-air bath, and free WiFi. Private check-in and check-out services ensure a smooth arrival and departure. Comfortable Accommodations: Family rooms feature private bathrooms, garden views, and outdoor furniture. Additional amenities include a lounge, concierge service, and outdoor play area. Dining Experience: Guests can enjoy vegetarian, vegan, and Asian breakfasts. The on-site restaurant provides a child-friendly buffet and outdoor dining areas. Activities and Surroundings: The property is highly rated for its convenience for nature trips and sightseeing. Nearby attractions include Tissa Wewa (14 km) and Bundala Bird Sanctuary (31 km). Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport is 41 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

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

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Breakfast info

Vegetarian, Vegan, Asian, Breakfast to go

Bungalows with:

  • Garden view

  • Landmark view

Free private parking available on-site

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

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Standard Double Room
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  • 1 double bed
US$120 for 3 nights
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Standard Quadruple Room
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  • 2 double beds
US$135 for 3 nights
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× 6 Family Room
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  • 3 double beds
US$255 for 3 nights
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Standard Double Room
  • 1 double bed
Garden view
Landmark view
Private bathroom
Barbecue
Free WiFi
  • Safety deposit box
  • Bidet
  • Toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Cleaning products
  • Seating Area
  • Private entrance
  • Mosquito net
  • Shared toilet
  • Fan
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Dining area
  • Dining table
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Child safety socket covers
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
Max persons: 2
US$40 per night
Price US$120
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Standard Quadruple Room
  • 2 double beds
172 feet²
Garden view
Landmark view
Private bathroom
Barbecue
Free WiFi
Max persons: 4
US$45 per night
Price US$135
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Family Room
  • 3 double beds
269 feet²
Garden view
Landmark view
Private bathroom
Barbecue
Free WiFi
Max persons: 6
US$85 per night
Price US$255
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Guests who stayed here loved

Shah
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“This is about as authentic an experience as you can get. Staying about a mile from the official border of the national park Yala, you are in the jungle. Good base to get to Yala early as it's busy. Food was very good in general too, only $7 for a...”
Sarah
Ireland Ireland
“This was a very authentic safari experience and a must do to those a little more adventurous. The host was great and greeted us with a refreshing drink on arrival, and a concert in the evening. His son was really nice too and chatted to us during...”
Fahmida
Bangladesh Bangladesh
“the host's kindness, attentiveness, and willingness to go above and beyond to ensure a positive experience.”
Melanie
Australia Australia
“Where do I begin. Prinyantha, the owner and his beautiful family, looked after us so well. He took us into town for a tour of the Buddist Temple and then back to his authentic environmental wonderland. The dinner was exceptional, and after...”
Georgia
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Host picked me up from Tissa and was very welcoming. I was taken on a walking and motorcycle tour at dusk where I saw an elephant and a crocodile! I was kindly introduced to the host’s family and enjoyed tea with them. I would highly recommend the...”
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.”
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...”

Hosted by Priyantha

9.9
Host review score
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

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 check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
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.