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1. Jetwing Yala

Jetwing Yala
Tissamaharama
United States
Renee
AU$215
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Jetwing Yala

2. Hilton Yala Resort

Hilton Yala Resort
Thissamaharama
United Kingdom
Emma
AU$602
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Hilton Yala Resort

3. Wild Coast Tented Lodge - Relais and Chateaux - All Inclusive

Wild Coast Tented Lodge - Relais and Chateaux - All Inclusive
Tissamaharama
France
Helena
AU$1,352
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Wild Coast Tented Lodge - Relais and Chateaux - All Inclusive

4. Jetwing Jungle Lodge, A Luxury Reserve

Jetwing Jungle Lodge, A Luxury Reserve
Thissamaharama
Germany
Anke
AU$350
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Jetwing Jungle Lodge, A Luxury Reserve

5. Enchanted Escapes Yala

Enchanted Escapes Yala
Palatupana
AU$186
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Enchanted Escapes Yala

6. Leopard Reach Yala by Seven Angels

Leopard Reach Yala by Seven Angels
Thissamaharama
Canada
Jean francois
AU$398
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Leopard Reach Yala by Seven Angels

7. Uga Chena Huts - Yala - All Inclusive

Uga Chena Huts - Yala - All Inclusive
Tissamaharama
United Kingdom
Catherine
Uga Chena Huts - Yala - All Inclusive

8. Yala Wild Hut

Yala Wild Hut
Thissamaharama
United Kingdom
Dan
AU$502
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Yala Wild Hut

9. Yaalu Yaala Safari Camp

Yaalu Yaala Safari Camp
Palatupana
AU$56
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Yaalu Yaala Safari Camp

10. yala caravan village

yala caravan village
Thissamaharama
AU$75
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
yala caravan village

11. O2 Villas Yala

O2 Villas Yala
Yala
AU$553
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
O2 Villas Yala

12. Kotiyagala Luxury Villas

Kotiyagala Luxury Villas
Palatupana
AU$1,124
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Kotiyagala Luxury Villas

13. Podi Hoona Yala Safari Camp

Podi Hoona Yala Safari Camp
Tissamaharama
AU$40
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Podi Hoona Yala Safari Camp

14. Wild Culture Yala

Wild Culture Yala
Yala
Australia
Hannah
AU$209
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Wild Culture Yala

15. Kynrock Hotels & Resorts

Kynrock Hotels & Resorts
Kataragama
Australia
Flame
AU$127
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Kynrock Hotels & Resorts

16. Yala Hotel Elephant Eye

Yala Hotel Elephant Eye
Thissamaharama
Canada
Senoli
AU$55
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Yala Hotel Elephant Eye

17. Saffron Lake Yala

Saffron Lake Yala
Thissamaharama
Australia
Ali
AU$69
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Saffron Lake Yala

18. Tribe Yala - Luxury Camping

Tribe Yala - Luxury Camping
Thissamaharama
Canada
Anushya
AU$294
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Tribe Yala - Luxury Camping

19. Peacock Reach - Yala

Peacock Reach - Yala
Tissamaharama
AU$120
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Peacock Reach - Yala

20. Tree Tops Yala

Tree Tops Yala
Kirinda
United Kingdom
Natalie
AU$96
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Tree Tops Yala
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Palatupana Beach

10.0/10 (2 reviews)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Palatupana Beach during your trip to Palatupana? Wander the parks and seaside in the area.
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Top Palatupana Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Palatupana

Wild Culture Yala

Wild Culture Yala

10/10 Excellent
"This was such a peaceful relaxing place I extended my stay. Lovely tasty food and a great base for yala safari’s."
Danielle 2-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Wild Culture Yala
Jetwing Yala

Jetwing Yala

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely resort! Anthony at the lounge bar is friendly and give top notch service. We had an amazing experience at the bach"
Audrey 2-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Jetwing Yala
Wadula Safari Yala

Wadula Safari Yala

10/10 Excellent
"I had a wonderful stay. The surroundings are beautiful, with palm trees and a lake right in front of the room. It is the most beautiful location I have experienced so far in Sri Lanka. The hosts are incredibly kind and welcoming. They took me for a walk to the lake, organized a safari for me, and arranged a reliable driver at a very reasonable price. Everything was perfectly organized. The food was excellent. The curry was the best I have had in Sri Lanka, and the fresh breakfast was delicious. The room and bathroom are in a private little bungalow. Everything was spacious, spotless, modern, and very well maintained. The room had air conditioning, complimentary drinking water, shampoo, and a wide selection of toiletries. I highly recommend this place and would happily stay here again."
Deborah 1-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Wadula Safari Yala
Big Game Yala by Eco Team

Big Game Yala by Eco Team

8/10 Good
"We enjoyed our stay. When we arrived we were told it was not possible to stay because we only had one room booked, when I showed printouts of our booking with two rooms they found a second tent at the far side of the site for the first night and moved us next to each other for the second night. Thankfully our sons are adults so it didn’t really matter. The pool was closed for maintenance which was a shame! The bbq dinners were excellent, everyone sat around the campfire at tables. The tents were comfortable with showers, toilets and electric sockets. There is a plug in mosquito repellent and we didn’t get bitten at all so it must have worked!"
Melanie 1-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Big Game Yala by Eco Team
Jetwing Jungle Lodge, A Luxury Reserve

Jetwing Jungle Lodge, A Luxury Reserve

10/10 Excellent
"the hotel was simply wornderfull , peacefull , beatifull . the food was delicius and the landscape is incredible."
LUIS FELIPE 1-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Jetwing Jungle Lodge, A Luxury Reserve
DoubleTree by Hilton Weerawila Rajawarna Resort

DoubleTree by Hilton Weerawila Rajawarna Resort

10/10 Excellent
"My parents were there to celebrate my dad’s birthday, and although we celebrated a little late, they had such a wonderful experience. Quoting my dad “The birthday arrangement was beautiful, the cake was lovely, and the   famous DoubleTree cookie was the best. The breakfast and dinner buffets were both excellent, and the amenities were exceptional.” What really stood out to them was the warmth and attention to detail throughout their stay. My mum still can’t stop complimenting the food; my parents have travelled all around Sri Lanka and tried many different cuisines, so coming from them, that is actually really huge to hear! Next time I’m in Lanka, I already know where my first stop will be. 10/10 for such a great stay!"
Saman 2-night trip
Posted 4 months ago
DoubleTree by Hilton Weerawila Rajawarna Resort
Hilton Yala Resort

Hilton Yala Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Great safari and pool villa and very kind and great staff. More than a Hilton "
Emma 3-night trip
Posted 5 months ago
Hilton Yala Resort
Saffron Lake Yala

Saffron Lake Yala

10/10 Excellent
"Nice property when you visiting yaps national park. Safari driver will pick you up from this location. Nice lake front location with very friendly staff"
Ali 1-night trip
Posted 1 year ago
Saffron Lake Yala

More cheap accommodation in Palatupana

River Shade Inn

River Shade Inn

522/D Gangasiripura Tissamaharama Southern Province
AU$20
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very good! (1 review)
River Shade Inn
Lavendish Tamarind Lifestyle

Lavendish Tamarind Lifestyle

Raja Mawatha Kataragama Uva
AU$70
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
7.2/10 Good! (5 reviews)
Lavendish Tamarind Lifestyle
Ekho Safari Tissa Hotel

Ekho Safari Tissa Hotel

The Safari, Kataragama Road, TISSAMAHARAMA Thissamaharama Southern Province
AU$71
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Ekho Safari Tissa Hotel
yala caravan village

yala caravan village

No. 84 Gurugoda, Palatupana Thissamaharama
AU$75
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
yala caravan village
Rain Tree by Oak Ray

Rain Tree by Oak Ray

Sandugama Mawath, Tissamaharama Hambantota
AU$93
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Rain Tree by Oak Ray
Art Yala

Art Yala

Court Road, Tikiriudanapura Thissamaharama Southern Province
AU$98
6 Oct - 7 Oct
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very good! (11 reviews)
Art Yala

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Palatupana?
The best area to stay in Palatupana is directly along the coastline near the entrance to Yala National Park, particularly around the Patanangala area.This area is the primary choice for visitors to Yala National Park, offering direct access to the park's main entrance. The hotels here are typically designed with a focus on wildlife viewing, often featuring elevated structures or open-air lounges that overlook the natural surroundings. You'll find properties scattered along the beachfront and just inland, providing a tranquil setting.Couples looking for a romantic escape will find this area particularly appealing. Many lodges offer private villas with plunge pools and outdoor showers, providing a secluded experience amidst nature. The focus is on relaxation and enjoying the natural beauty, often with opportunities for private dining experiences under the stars.Families with children will also appreciate staying here due to the convenience of early morning safari departures. Hotels often provide family-friendly amenities such as larger rooms or interconnected suites, and some even have dedicated children's programmes or guided nature walks suitable for younger guests.
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