Yala Elephant Cottage

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Scored 8.6
Rated fabulous

Staff

9.2

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About this property

Elegant Accommodation: Yala Elephant Cottage in Tissamaharama offers a swimming pool with a view, sun terrace, and lush garden. Guests enjoy free WiFi, private check-in and check-out, and a 24-hour front desk. Comfortable Amenities: The hotel features air-conditioning, carpeted floors, and a traditional restaurant serving Chinese cuisine. Additional facilities include a lounge, outdoor fireplace, and children's playground. Dining Experience: Breakfast includes an à la carte full English or Irish with juice, pancakes, cheese, and fruits. Lunch and dinner are available with kosher and vegetarian options. Local Attractions: Located 15 km from Weerawila Airport, the property is near Tissa Wewa (7 km) and Bundala Bird Sanctuary (32 km). Guests enjoy fishing and walking tours.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • 2 restaurants
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish

Free private parking available at the hotel

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1 extra-large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Marta
Spain Spain
“We had such a wonderful stay here! The staff welcomed us with so much kindness and made us feel at home from the very first moment. Everything was well taken care of, and we felt truly comfortable and relaxed. Thank you for your warm hospitality –...”
Agnieszka
Belgium Belgium
“What was supposedto be just a short pre-safari stay turned out to be a very nice experience. Staff makes you feel literally like at home and cottage's restaurant is a big plus. We had a lovely dinner by the lake just under coconut palms. Rooms are...”
Jessie
Netherlands Netherlands
“The place is perfect for when youre visiting Yala national park. Lots of nature, view on the lake and a nice menu. The people were all working very hard and were very good and kind.”
Tabitha
Germany Germany
“The place is beautiful, peaceful and clean. Perfect for a short stop to do a safari. You can order delicious food there but there are not much options around (especially without a scooter). The staff is very friendly and is always ready to help....”
Lee
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Fantastic stay at Yala Elephant Cottage. Great rooms/cottages which were clean, spacious, and comfortable. Very nice pool to unwind in, which was clean too. Breakfast was amazing and plentiful, as was the curry we had in the evening. The...”
Alexane
France France
“People working there were so kind. They were very concerned with our well being. The location is splendid. We ate the best rice and curry in Sri Lanka so far (and the vegetables change every day!). And Safari were also great.”
Claudia
Germany Germany
“Very nice garden overlooking the lake, clean and comfortable rooms, big bed, very friendly and accomodating staff”
Kathelijn
Netherlands Netherlands
“Yala Elephant Cottage is a very elegant location with 5 cottages next to the lake, perfect as your base to visit Yala National Park from. We’ve stayed two nights and the owner and staff went out of their way to make our stay as best as it could...”
Peter
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Amazing little collection of chalets overlooking the lake. Unfortunately due to heavy rain we only stayed 1 night. Clean and very friendly. Great little resteraunt. In the sun it would be a paradise. Loved it. Recommended if your after safari....”
Melanie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautiful and serene ! I wish we had longer there . The cottages are gorgeous and the staff are so helpful and kind .”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

2 restaurants on site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    Chinese
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Kosher • Vegetarian
Restaurant #2
  • Cuisine
    Chinese
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

House rules

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Check-in
From 01:30 to 22:00
Check-out
From 04:00 to 11:30
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 6 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.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.