Yakaduru Yala is located on the buffer Zone of Yala National Park. It's just 5 minutes away from the Yala National Park Entrance. Yakaduru is renowned for its architecture and tourism, where guest can stay in properties built by Mud and palm thatched roofing. Yakaduru Yala runs on renewable energy sources, and features free WiFi, on-site parking and a barbecue facility. Certain rooms feature a seating area for guests' convenience. Some rooms have views of the sea or garden. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property. Guests can engage in various activities, such as cycling and hiking. The resort also offers bike hire. Kataragama is 18 km from Yakaduru - Yala, while Tissamaharama is 11 km away.

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

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Breakfast info

Continental

Free private parking available on-site

Activities:

  • Hiking

  • Cycling

  • Evening entertainment


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10 double beds
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Leslie
Australia Australia
Our stay at Yakaduru was amazing! The room was beautiful, so clean and spacious. We stayed in the room with our own private pool which was so special. The outdoor bathroom was also amazing. The staff were so friendly and service was impeccable....
Fintan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Small attention to detail was thought through (warm cloth on arrival and return, moved bags for us). Property has beautiful layout and safari feel. Pool is unreal and rock nearby for sunset. Free guided bush walk was a true highlight of Sri Lanka...
Milena
Serbia Serbia
It’s so unique and the staff is amazing. Food was great, music night, organization…everything
Anna
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Great location, close to the park entrance, very peaceful as based in a remote location, great food and kind staff
Oliver
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Fabulous food, amazing staff who were super welcoming and attentive. We did the moon safari, seeing 10 elephants and a fabulous sunset. The cultural dancing at dinner time was a great bit of evening entertainment too! The rooms are spacious and...
Marie-charlotte
Switzerland Switzerland
Everything. I arrived there just after the cyclone and even if the park was closed they arranged a nice tour around and a temple visit. Very nice!
Hannah
United Kingdom United Kingdom
This is truly an experience. We stayed for one night and we were welcomed with a drink and a knowledgeable bush walk learning about the animals nearby. We loved the traditional Sri Lankan dances at night, after our dinner. They organised our...
Alia
United Kingdom United Kingdom
We had a beautiful stay! The hotel was lovely, but the highlight was definitely the staff — they were incredibly hospitable and truly made our experience special. Their warmth and attentiveness made us feel so welcome. Highly recommend staying here
Julie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Fantastic place to stay. The staff are beyond welcoming and friendly and nothing is too much trouble. The contact before our stay was very well organised to plan safaris and the moon drive. We had a dance show put on one evening and a member of...
Karen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
We had the best stay at Yakaduru!! The staff were really friendly and attentive, the location is right outside the safari entrance, the food was incredible and everything was flawless. Would 10000% recommend. Wish we stayed longer!

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Gemunu
  • Cuisine
    Asian
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Halal • Vegetarian

House rules

Yakaduru - Yala takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 20:30
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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

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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
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Yakaduru - Yala 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 the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.

This property is accessible via an unpaved road, which may be unsuitable for some vehicles.