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Hotels in Palatupana

Q: What accommodations do travelers recommend in Palatupana?

Guests like Hilton Yala Resort , Wild Coast Tented Lodge - Relais and Chateaux - All Inclusive and Jetwing Yala .

Q: Where can I find free parking at my hotel in Palatupana?

These hotels offer the perk of free parking: Jetwing Yala , Leopard Reach Yala by Seven Angels and Yala Wild House .

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1. Jetwing Yala

Tissamaharama

$164 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

An outdoor seating area with stone tables and chairs, a pool, and a thatched roof structure.

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

Tissamaharama

$1,189 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

A room with a glass table and two sofas facing a beach view through an arched window.

3. Uga Chena Huts - Yala - All Inclusive

Tissamaharama

$811 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A modern resort with multiple buildings, a central pool area, and surrounding greenery.

4. Hilton Yala Resort

Thissamaharama

$530 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

5. Laya Safari

Thissamaharama

$113 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area with a table, and a view of the ocean through large windows.

6. Kotiyagala Luxury Villas

Palatupana

$810 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A nighttime outdoor area with trees, a wooden deck, and a building in the background.

7. Leopard Reach Yala by Seven Angels

Thissamaharama

$288 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A beachside restaurant with wooden tables and benches, thatched roof, and hanging wicker lamps.

8. Yaalu Yaala Safari Camp

Palatupana

$71 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 27 - Nov 28

A treehouse with a thatched roof and a wooden deck, surrounded by lush greenery.

9. Leopard Bliss Yala

Tissamaharama

$230 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A building with a thatched roof and a staircase leading up to it, surrounded by trees and rocks.

10. Enchanted Escapes Yala

Palatupana

$135 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A room with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

11. Wilderness Bliss Yala

Yala

$191 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

An outdoor dining area with a view of the landscape, tables with plates of food, and a thatched roof structure.

12. Yala Wild Hut

Thissamaharama

$332 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A spacious living area with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of a balcony with a pool.

13. O2 Villas Yala

Yala

$389 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A clear blue pool with a wooden boat structure and a small pavilion.

14. yala caravan village

Thissamaharama

$54 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A rustic wooden table with a plate of food and a drink, set against a backdrop of greenery and a wooden chair.

15. Podi Hoona Yala Safari Camp

Tissamaharama

$29 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A treehouse with a wooden deck, a pool, and a hammock.

16. Tribe Yala - Luxury Camping

Thissamaharama

$205 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A swimming pool with a wooden deck and wicker furniture, surrounded by a building with large windows and outdoor lighting.

17. Wild Culture Yala

Yala

$156 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A resort with a swimming pool, lush greenery, and a view of a large lake and mountains.

18. DoubleTree by Hilton Weerawila Rajawarna Resort

Weerawila

$116 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A wooden deck with a table and chairs, a potted plant, and a view of a building and water.

19. EKHO Safari Tissa

Thissamaharama

$105 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A swimming pool with two people in it, a covered outdoor seating area, and a building with a tiled roof.

20. Wild Loch Yala

Yala

$69 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

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Top landmarks in Palatupana

Palatupana Beach

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

When the beach is calling your name, you might want to head down to Palatupana Beach, located 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from central Palatupana. Enjoy the sunset by the shore at Kirinda Beach.

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Learn more about Palatupana

Admired for its safaris and natural beauty, Palatupana features attractions such as Yala National Park and Palatupana Beach.

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Hilton Yala Resort

Thissamaharama

10/10 Exceptional

Very professional staff, incredible location near the entrance to Yala National Park. The staffs English could be improved upon but the staff were very attentive, warm and helpful. The room we had was incredible. Very large with all the amenties you could expect. The small private pool was nice but cold and not really used. The food at the restaurant was well prepared and reasonably priced. They have both an international food and local Sri Lankan menu to choose from. We look forward to...

Roger

Uga Chena Huts - Yala - All Inclusive

Tissamaharama

10/10 Exceptional

We had a wonderful stay at this property. I cannot think of anything we did not like. The location is beautiful, the room was fantastic, the food amazing (quality, variety and presentation), and the staff kind, professional, and efficient. We were welcomed and sent on our way by Dilshan. All waiters at the restaurant were wonderful but we would especially like to acknowledge the service of Chinthaka. We had great fun on our 4 safari tours with our excellent guide Yesi. We saw leopards,...

Margarethe

Jetwing Yala

Tissamaharama

10/10 Exceptional

In a mix of environs, we are transported to a natural wildlife park, arid and dry, with cows, wild boars, rabbits, jumping monkeys and "humping dogs", throw in Cape Cod's sand dunes so fine and the Indian Ocean so rough and you've now got our next Sri Lankan featured destination, the modern Jetwing Hotel & Tented Villas of Yala Park! Here, we Glamped in the Tented Villas (2xs the price of hotel rooms) for the experience and then transfer into the hotel rooms with our 4 kids ages 17, 15, 13 and...

christine

Yala Wild Hut

Thissamaharama

10/10 Exceptional

Olga

Laya Safari

Thissamaharama

10/10 Exceptional

Luca

Tribe Yala - Luxury Camping

Thissamaharama

10/10 Exceptional

Henry

A modern living room with a pool view, a sofa, a coffee table, and a chair.

Neem Tree House

Kirinda

10/10 Exceptional

Outstanding small villa recently renovated and styled in a very tasteful and relaxing design. We loved it. Communication via WhatsApp with the owner’s daughter was prompt, efficient and with excellent English. She organised our safari, which went smoothly (and the driver was excellent). Upon arrival, we were met by the very charming Anusha who was a lively presence during our short, one-night stay. She and her husband prepared a really delicious dinner, which we had after a quick dip in the...

David

An outdoor seating area with thatched-roof structures, wooden furniture, and hanging lanterns.

Leopard Safaris Yala

Kataragama

10/10 Exceptional

This stay truly exceeded my expectations! From the start, the team was incredibly helpful in arranging transportation from Colombo to the camp. Our driver even made a stop along the way for some delicious local coconut roti and curry, which was such a nice touch! The food throughout our stay was fantastic and beautifully prepared. And as someone who does NOT camp, I can honestly say these tents were perfect—luxurious, comfortable, and such a fun, unique experience. The game drives were another...

Andrea

A bed with a white comforter and a decorative orange and black throw blanket.

Yala Hotel River Front

Thissamaharama

10/10 Exceptional

Linda

A traditional wooden door, two wooden chairs with cushions, a small table with a bowl and two pumpkins, and a window with a view of greenery.

Wadula Safari Yala

Kataragama

10/10 Exceptional

Anonymous traveler

A dining area with a view of a swimming pool and lush greenery.

Yala Hotel Elephant Eye

Thissamaharama

10/10 Exceptional

David

A room with a wooden floor, a bed with a canopy, a bench, and a bathtub.

Yala Safari Camping

Kataragama

10/10 Exceptional

Yala Safari Camping is such an incredible & unique experience. The tents are so nice, the staff is beyond incredible. I stayed as a solo female traveler back in December and I felt so safe and taken care of. They help coordinate two safaris for me during my stay. The wifi wasn’t working while I was there so they gave me a hotspot to borrow while I was staying so I could keep up with work calls and emails.

Blythe

A luxurious hotel with a swimming pool, multiple balconies, and a grand entrance.

Hotel River Front

Thissamaharama

10/10 Exceptional

Maxwell

Frequently Asked Questions

What accommodations do travelers recommend in Palatupana?

Guests like Hilton Yala Resort, Wild Coast Tented Lodge - Relais and Chateaux - All Inclusive and Jetwing Yala.

Where can I find free parking at my hotel in Palatupana?

These hotels offer the perk of free parking: Jetwing Yala, Leopard Reach Yala by Seven Angels and Yala Wild House.

Can I book refundable accommodations in Palatupana?

If you want the flexibility to change your travel plans to Palatupana, most hotels provide refundable* rates you can book. You can see these accommodations by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow down the results.

What will the weather in Palatupana be like during my trip?

With an average temperature of 80°F during the coldest months, Palatupana is a great place to visit any time of year.

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