Yala Leopard Lodge

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Scored 8.7
Rated fabulous

Staff

9.5

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Yala Leopard Lodge in Thissamaharama offers family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and garden or pool views. Each room includes a dining area, work desk, and TV. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a sun terrace, year-round outdoor swimming pool, and free WiFi. Additional amenities include a garden, outdoor play area, and outdoor seating. Convenient Services: The lodge provides a free airport shuttle service from Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport, 62 km away. Free on-site private parking is available. Local Attractions: Nearby attractions include Situlpawwa (20 km), Tissa Wewa (35 km), and Kataragama Temple (28 km). Walking tours are offered for exploring the area.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Room service
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Breakfast info

Asian

Free private parking available on-site

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Guests who stayed here loved

Silviu
United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
“Nice location near Safari Park. Rooms were clean and comfortable. We had half board and food was also good.A/C was working fine, although in one of the rooms A/C cannot be controlled. The people there tried their best to accommodate our requirements.”
Thomas
France France
“Very good location close to Yala park The hotel can help you arrange safari to the park. The staff is very welcoming”
Catherine
Australia Australia
“Such amazing service. Loved every minute and felt like family.”
Nicole
Australia Australia
“Perfect place to stay if you’re planning on an early morning safari. Beautiful rooms great food and staff so friendly and welcoming Pool was a perfect place to cool off after the safari”
Dixon
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We had a truly fantastic stay at Yala Leopard Lodge. Great location, close to national park entrance. Comfortable, clean rooms. Very helpful, friendly staff who really care about their guests. Excellent food. Clean and well maintained swimming...”
Dean
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely friendly helpful staff. Beautiful room. Delicious food. Good location not too far from Yala entrance gate. Really enjoyed the bonus sunset trip with the manager to a local ancient Buddhist temple at a scenic beach location. Perfect pool for...”
Michelle
Canada Canada
“The staff here were very friendly and helpful. Madhushani was very kind and took us to the beach and temple for a tour to share a very memorable authentic experience with us - what a nice man!! We did a safari from the hotel and this was amazing...”
Natasha
Australia Australia
“Lovely lodge, really great rooms that felt both comfortable but quaint and fitting of the area, delightful, friendly and helpful staff. Had a good sized pool and was only 30mins drive to the Yala park.”
Shanelle
Australia Australia
“The staff were sooooo lovely and accommodating. They took us to a jungle temple as well as a beach temple and explained everything (all at no cost). The pool is awesome. The all inclusive food was delicious authentic Sri Lankan and abundant.”
Mark
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The staff and food were excellent. We were even shown how to play a game of carrom and offered free transportation to the local beach and temple.”

Property surroundings

Food & Drink

Breakfast

  • Superb breakfast included with all options.
  • Menu style
    À la carte
  • Cuisine
    Asian
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House rules

Yala Leopard Lodge 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 10:00 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.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 16 years
Extra bed upon request
US$20 per child, per night
17+ years
Extra bed upon request
US$25 per person, per night

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 Yala Leopard Lodge 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.