The 10 best cheap hotels in Yala, Sri Lanka | Booking.com
Skip to main content

Cheap hotels in Yala

Find the cheap hotels that appeal to you the most

The best cheap hotels in Yala

Check out our pick of great cheap hotels in Yala

Filter by:

Review score

Udara Guest - Yala Safari

Yala

Featuring a garden, terrace and views of garden, Udara Guest - Yala Safari is located in Yala, 1.5 km from Kirinda Beach. This villa provides free private parking, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.

R
Ragnarsson
From
Sweden
New fresh place with nice rooms located close to the Yala park entrance. The sun manage the place, speaking good English. Being a bird expert that can take visitors to the park in his jeep for a good price!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 142 reviews
Location 9.2
Price from
US$80
1 night, 2 adults

Ranakeliya Lodge - Yala

Yala

Located 6.6 km from Tissa Wewa, Ranakeliya Lodge - Yala provides accommodation with a garden, a terrace and room service for your convenience.

W
Wendy
From
Switzerland
Lovely safari tents Very friendly staff Great location, near Yala, safaris organised with private driver from the lodge
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 435 reviews
Location 9.2
Price from
US$38.67
1 night, 2 adults

O2 Villas Yala

Yala

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, mountain view and a balcony, O2 Villas Yala is located in Yala. This 5-star villa offers a 24-hour front desk and full-day security.

M
Max P
From
Russia
Super villa and top level hosting. Food is great.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 139 reviews
Location 9.5
Price from
US$437.25
1 night, 2 adults

Wild Culture Yala

Hotel in Yala

Set in Yala, 1.6 km from Kirinda Beach, Wild Culture Yala offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

C
Celina
From
Switzerland
Amazing and stylish hotel. We enjoyed our stay a lot. Very nice staff.. especially Upul. Thank you
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 480 reviews
Location 9.3
Price from
US$150
1 night, 2 adults

Tree Tops Yala

Yala

Providing pool views, Tree Tops Yala in Yala provides accommodation, an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, a terrace and a restaurant. The lodge features both WiFi and private parking free of charge.

F
Florence
From
Belgium
We had an amazing stay at this beautiful house in Yala! The staff was incredibly attentive and made sure we were well taken care of throughout our stay. The house is very spacious, clean, and modern—perfect for our group of 10 people. The food was delicious, all prepared by the staff, which made our experience even more relaxing. The pool was stunning, and being surrounded by nature made the experience even more special. We spotted monkeys, peacocks, a variety of birds, and even a monitor lizard! Another great advantage is that the house is located just 15 minutes from the entrance of Yala Safari Park, making it super convenient for our excursions. Overall, it was a peaceful and unique getaway, and the staff’s care and attention made it truly memorable. Highly recommend this place!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 146 reviews
Location 9.2
Price from
US$76.50
1 night, 2 adults

Yakaduru - Yala

Yala

Yakaduru Yala is located on the buffer Zone of Yala National Park. It's just 5 minutes away from the Yala National Park Entrance.

G
Gabriel
From
Brazil
You must visit Yakaduru. It's worth staying and spending your money on this booking. You can surely have many marvelous experiences. We spent two days there, walking in forest areas, going on bush walks, and exploring rocky areas with many important and educational scenarios. We collected many things during these walks, always encountering new and wonderful sights like bird cages on trees, crocodiles in lakes, and monkeys jumping from tree to tree. We felt that there wasn't enough time for walking because the days went by so quickly. It was very interesting, which is why we felt that way. They scheduled all our activities interestingly during our stay, managing everything well. We also visited a chena, where we saw farmers and village people. Climbing to a treehouse offered an amazing view. So, Yakaduru gave us a good and great experience of a safari journey and village tour. And we must mention the meals – they were very delicious, and we loved their hospitality and friendly assistance. So, it was a great visit.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 972 reviews
Location 9.8
Price from
US$153
1 night, 2 adults

Yala Podi Hoona Bush Camp

Yala

Boasting lake views, Yala Podi Hoona Bush Camp features accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 13 km from Tissa Wewa. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

K
Kumar
From
United Kingdom
Podi Hoona bush camp is a charming place, likely focused on eco-friendly accommodations and offering a closer experience with nature in the vicinity of Yala National Park. If you're planning a visit there, it could be a great opportunity to explore the natural beauty and wildlife of the area while enjoying a unique stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews
Location 9.6
Price from
US$42.75
1 night, 2 adults

White Sand Bungalow Yala

Yala

Located in Yala, 10 km from Tissa Wewa and 27 km from Situlpawwa, White Sand Bungalow Yala provides accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning, a garden and a shared lounge.

A
Antonio Luengo Bravo
From
Spain
The room was very clean and big, with AC. Near to Yala national park. Very quiet at night, with a nice atmosphere and good options to have dinner by walk. The host, Malinga, was very kind: ready to counsel us and take us to great places. He offers a taxi service, so is a good option to go there from your previous location or go with him to your next destination in your trip.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews
Location 9.0
Price from
US$60
1 night, 2 adults

Yala Jungle Haven

Yala

Situated 14 km from Tissa Wewa, Yala Jungle Haven features accommodation with a garden, a terrace and a 24-hour front desk for your convenience.

O
Ondřej
From
Czech Republic
Wonderful jungle experience, great location, baby-friendly - our 8-month old boy loved it there. Amazing food (especially the grilled fish and chicken BBQ were fantastic) and the hosts are super-friendly and kind.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 49 reviews
Location 9.9
Price from
US$60.30
1 night, 2 adults

Hilton Yala Resort

Yala

Hilton Yala Resort has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, a garden and private beach area in Yala. 21 km from Situlpawwa and 22 km from Tissa Wewa, the property provides a terrace and a bar.

S
Simone
From
Switzerland
We had the most magnificent stay at Hilton Yala. Everything was perfect. You could really see that the hotel was newly built, everything in the room was perfect and designed to perfection and the rooms are very spacious. The personal was also super helpful and very friendly and catered all of our wishes. We even had the chance to see an elephant only a few meters away while we were laying on the pool and he entered the property which was amazing! Would definitely go back immeadiately.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 82 reviews
Location 9.8
Price from
US$332.35
1 night, 2 adults
All cheap hotels in Yala

Looking for a cheap hotel?

For those on a budget, these cheap and cheerful hotels still have a lot to offer, with most offering WiFi and convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties can be found in central locations and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find a number of options which feature a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.

Most booked cheap hotels in Yala and surroundings in the past month

See all
  • Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Yala

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 88 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Yala

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 146 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Yala

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 139 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Yala

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 265 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Yala

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 52 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Yala

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 82 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Yala

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 480 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Yala

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 353 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Yala

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 435 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Yala

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 972 reviews

Great access to the city centre. Check these cheap hotels in Yala and nearby

  • Yala Leopard Lodge

    Yala
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 80 reviews

    Featuring a swimming pool, a garden, a terrace and views of the pool, Yala Leopard Lodge is located in Yala and provides accommodation with free WiFi.

    From US$154.01 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews

    Situated in Yala, less than 1 km from Situlpawwa, Kulu Safaris - All Inclusive features accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning and access to a garden with a terrace.

  • Eagle Eye Yala

    Yala
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

    Boasting a garden and views of mountain, Eagle Eye Yala is a recently renovated campground situated in Yala, 16 km from Situlpawwa. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking.

    From US$106.56 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 88 reviews

    Located in the deep south of Sri Lanka, Chena Huts is just 5-minute away from Yala National Park.

    From US$1,255.97 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    Tented Safari Camp by Base Camp Yala, a property with a bar, is set in Yala, 15 km from Situlpawwa, 22 km from Tissa Wewa, as well as 47 km from Bundala Bird Sanctuary.

    From US$46.62 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 31 reviews

    Situated within 16 km of Situlpawwa and 22 km of Tissa Wewa in Yala, Makini Bush Camp, Yala provides accommodation with seating area.

    From US$475 per night
  • Yala Wild House

    Yala
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 59 reviews

    Boasting garden views, Yala Wild House offers accommodation with an open-air bath, a garden and barbecue facilities, around 14 km from Tissa Wewa.

    From US$40 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 44 reviews

    Situated in Yala, 500 metres from Palatupana Beach, Yala Ying Yang Hostel & Camping features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant.

    From US$29.97 per night

FAQ about cheap hotels in Yala

Cheap hotels that guests love in Yala

See all
  • Avg. price/night: US$141.70
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 353 reviews
    Friendly and helpful staff, nice property and convenient for safaris at a good price. Very clean and comfortable and loved the pool too. Ideal base for safaris and local trips
    Guest review by
    Karthik
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$76.92
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 435 reviews
    very nice location in the middle of green lush. The accommodation was spacious, very clean, had comfortable mattresses and was well equipped. even equipped with things as luxurious shower gel, shampoo and toothpaste. owners of the accommodation were very sweet, friendly and funny - they even made us a nice dinner last minute after a long day of safari. besides that we would definitely recommend their sri lankan breakfast, it was one of the best we had in 5 weeks of our holiday in sri lanka. thanks a lot for the nice stay ❤️
    Guest review by
    Madelon
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: US$93.50
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 146 reviews
    The house was ideal to entertain a large group of people. The location was quiet and peaceful. Appu and his family were wonderful hosts. They prepared all of our meals and everything was delicious.
    Guest review by
    Tharindu Dushyantha
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: US$259.60
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 480 reviews
    Beautiful property, ideal location if you want to be surrounded by nature. Staff were really nice and went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable. Breakfast was fantastic.
    Guest review by
    Shivanthika
    Young couple