Accommodations in Yala National Park

• Hotel rating: Superior

Cinnamon Wild Yala is situated at Kirinda, bordering the Yala Wildlife Sanctuary and the Indian Ocean. Spanning 4 hectares of jungle and endless miles of beach, Cinnamon Wild Yala is truly a nature resort of untamed beauty. The property has a total of 76 rooms which include eight beach chalets. All rooms are air conditioned and equipped with cable television, minibar, telephone and Wi-Fi access. The hotel's restaurant serves a variety of international cuisine while the bar is an ideal location to enjoy a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. Other hotel facilities include an outdoor swimming pool and souvenir shop.

• Hotel rating: Superior

Set on the edge of the ancient Tissa Wewa reservoir, the Safari-Tissa is conveniently located to visit the historic town of Kataragama, the Bundala bird sanctuary and the Yala National Park, which is about 40 minutes away. Each of the 50 rooms and suites is comfortably furnished and elegantly decorated in warm hues, and all overlook the scenic reservoir. The restaurant serves traditional Sri Lankan as well as international cuisine. Other facilities at this hotel include a bar and an outdoor swimming pool.

• Hotel rating: Superior

Situated close to wildlife-rich Yala National Park, Jetwing Yala offers a perfect balance of affordable luxury and environmental harmony. The 82 rooms and 14 luxury tents are decorated in earthy muted tones and feature either a balcony or a terrace. The hotel's facilities include an outdoor swimming pool, tennis court and yoga platform. The range of dining options include local or international cuisine that can be served in the tree-house, in-room or on the sand dunes by the beach.

• Hotel rating: Good Standard

Leopard Trails Yala Camp is located on the border of Yala National Park. The camp offers six spacious safari tents fitted with modern amenities including en suite bathroom, a fan, electronic safe and a seating area. Immersed in the wilderness, the camp has a dining area serving Sri Lankan and Continental dishes as well as a lounge serving a variety of cocktails and wines from the fully stocked bar. Other facilities include a laundry and dry cleaning service as well as room service. The camp is close to both Bundala National Park (30km) and Yala National Park (7km).

• Hotel rating: Good Standard

The award-winning Leopard Safaris, brainchild of Noel Rodrigo, a renowned Sri Lankan naturalist, offers luxury eco-friendly tented camps. Set on the edge of Yala National Park, the tents comprise sleeping areas equipped with comfortable beds, side tables and a private open-to-sky washroom.

Features: 10 tents, alfresco dining area, jungle bar, campfire.
Room amenities: Sleeping area with comfortable beds, side tables, en suite toilet and private open-to-sky washroom with changing area.

• Hotel rating: Luxury

Chena Huts overlooks a beach where sea turtles come to lay eggs by moonlight and elephants wander down from the nearby jungle to play in the surf. This luxury boutique property comprises 14 private pavilions. Each hut emphasises the jungle surroundings and is decorated in an African theme with log furniture.

Features: 14 huts, swimming pool, restaurant, poolside bar, electric buggies for guest transport, complimentary internet access.
Room amenities: Living room, bedroom, en suite bathroom, shaded outdoor deck with plunge pool, safe, minibar, tea & coffee facilities, television.

• Hotel rating: Luxury

In a beautiful location near the entrance of Yala National Park, sandwiched between tropical jungle and peaceful beaches, Wild Coast Tented Lodge offers luxury camping in distinctive 'Cocoon' tents. The resort has been cleverly designed to emulate the rugged landscape with buildings resembling the rocks and boulders found in the surrounding area. The dining pavilion offers excellent jungle views and the restaurant serves authentic Sri Lankan cuisine. Sundowner cocktails and picnics on the sand dunes can also be arranged. Features: 36 tents, swimming pool, spa, dining pavilion, library, Wi-Fi. Room amenities: Air conditioning, open air shower, minibar.