The Grand Yala Hotel

Hotels
8.3 (64 reviews)
Gunawardana Mawatha Debarawewa , Tissamaharama , LK

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Family rooms
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent service
Comfortable facilities
Great location
Cons:
Long wait for food preparation
Cleanliness standards could improve

Categories

Cleanliness
8.01
Standard quality for this hotel tier
Service
8.98
Le personnel était au petit soin et très gentil.
Location
8.52
Amazing location with nice landscape.
Room Quality
8.47
Les chambres sont spacieuses et confortables.
Amenities
8.5
Pool was lovely and open till late.
Value for Money
7.96
Exceeded my expectations for the cost.
Food and Beverage
7.51
Food was good but preparation time was too long.
Overall Experience
8.48
Overall very positive experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-22 11:05

Property Description

Luxury Accommodation with Pool Views

Outdoor Pool and Garden BBQ
The Grand Yala Hotel offers a refreshing outdoor pool with picturesque pool views. Guests can also indulge in a delightful barbecue experience amidst the serene garden surroundings, perfect for relaxing evenings.

Modern Amenities and Comfort
Each room at the hotel is equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen cable TV, and a cozy seating area for relaxation. The private bathrooms come with complimentary toiletries and a hairdryer, ensuring a comfortable stay for all guests.

Convenient Services and Nearby Attractions
With a 24-hour front desk and bike hire services, guests can enjoy a hassle-free stay. Situated just 1.5 km from the stunning Tissa Lake, The Grand Yala Hotel offers a perfect blend of convenience and natural beauty.

Book your stay at The Grand Yala Hotel for a luxurious and memorable experience.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:30 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 64 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.01
Service: 8.98
Location: 8.52
Room Quality: 8.47
Amenities: 8.5
Value for Money: 7.96
Food and Beverage: 7.51
Overall Experience: 8.48
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Aroa • solo_traveller • es
10
Pros:

La amabilidad Saman nos atendió muy bien desde el momento de nuestra llegada.

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Verity • solo_traveller • nz
7
Pros:

Staff. Packed breakfast for early safari. Being able to shower after safari

Cons:

Very basic but fine.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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anthony • solo_traveller • fr
9
Pros:

La chambre est immense et tout en.bois tres agréable avec la piscine et au calme
2 nuits pour faire le safari a yala

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
R
Ranjanan • solo_traveller • au
10
Pros:

I like the host and the staff. We enjoyed the swimming pool.

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Leticia • solo_traveller • it
10
Pros:

El recinto con la piscina... Es maravilloso

Cons:

Nada

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Mathias Altmeyer • solo_traveller • de
10
Pros:

Sehr netter und hilfsbereiter Besitzer. Die Zimmer sind komfortabel und sauber. Das Restaurant hat für jeden Geschmack etwas zu bieten. Das Frühstück ist üppig und ausreichend. Der Pool ist geräumig und mit ausreichend Liegestühlen versehen.

Wir haben zwei Nächte dort verbracht. Nach der ersten Nacht haben wir frühmorgens die Half Day Safari vom Hotel aus gemacht. Weil der Anfahrtsweg zum Gate ca. 40 Minuten dauert, mussten wir schon um 4.30 losfahren. Dadurch waren wir aber eines der ersten Fahrzeuge, die in den Park einfuhren.

Alles in allem sehr zu empfehlen.

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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den Admirant • solo_traveller • lk
8
Prima voor een of twee nachten
Pros:

De kamer was ruim en de badkamer gemoderniseerd. Er was een grote tuin en een aangenaam zwembad om af te koelen na een ochtendsafari. We kregen een ontbijtpakketje mee vanuit het hotel tijdens de safari. Toen we verder trokken werden we gratis naar het busstation gebracht.

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Chaminda • solo_traveller • lk
6
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Rosental • couple • es
10
Agradable y relajada
Pros:

Alojamiento muy cómodo. Disfrutamos de la piscina y el restaurant, con comida muy casera. Super tranquilo y buen ambiente

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Enrique • couple • es
10
Todo muy correcto
Pros:

Las habitaciones son muy amplias, mucho más que cualquier hotel por un precio similar. La terraza es inmensa y en la piscina del hotel se nadaba muy a gusto ya que la temperatura era perfecta. Íbamos al safari la mañana siguiente muy pronto y nos tenían el picnic preparado a las 5 de la mañana. Muy atentos y uno de los mejores que hemos estado en Sri Lanka.

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Rousseaux • extended_group • fr
9
Très bon spot pour faire le safari, personnel très arrangeant et serviable.
Pros:

Personnel très serviable, belle piscine, bonne nourriture

Cons:

Pas d’eau chaude, toilettes défectueux

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Clare • family_with_children • ae
10
Fantastic property with amazing staff!
Pros:

This was by far the best property we stayed in during our trip to Sri Lanka. It’s a beautiful property with a lovely pool. The rooms are a great size and really clean. A lovely balcony area to sit. The staff here - beyond amazing. Super organised and accommodating. We booked a two night stay - the host arranged the Yala Safari for us at a competitive price. As we left early on the morning of the Safari, he packed us a picnic breakfast to take with us which was fabulous. We also added on dinner on evening - all the food we had was fantastic. I cannot recommend enough.

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
J
joop • couple • nl
7
2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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QIWEN • solo_traveller • cn
9
Pros:

早餐很不错,丰富的种类,周到的服务。位置也很好,周围购物方便。房间很大还有舒适的庭院和游泳池,爽!

Cons:

台面太少,东西没处放。

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Sabine • solo_traveller • de
8
Gute Preisleistung
Pros:

Leckeres, frisch zubereitetes Essen, hilfsbereites Personal, Pool, Flexibilität beim Check-out und den Frühstückszeiten, Kartenzahlung möglich.

Cons:

Die Einrichtung ist etwas in die Jahre gekommen.

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Anita • family_with_children • nl
10
Fijn!
Pros:

Zwembad, mooie tuin, vriendelijkheid

Cons:

-

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Janelle • solo_traveller • au
10
Great location, very clean, lovely staff!
2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Denise • solo_traveller • ch
10
Pros:

Sehr gutes Essen, super Frühstück mit leckeren Pancake, Rührei, Früchten,...
Sehr nette Gastgeber. Schöner, sauberer Pool. Alles top!!!

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Wiebke • couple • de
10
Pros:

We had a wonderful stay at this Hotel after our safari, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience.

From the moment we arrived, the hotel manager and the entire staff made us feel incredibly welcome. Everyone was exceptionally kind, warm, and helpful, and you could truly feel how much they cared about their guests.

Our room was spotless, very spacious, cozy, and beautifully prepared.

The hotel also organized our safari, and everything was arranged perfectly. They made the whole experience easy and stress-free.

One of the highlights was the delicious dinner. The staff prepared a variety of authentic local dishes for us to try, explained each one, and shared interesting information about the food and the surrounding area. Their genuine hospitality and the effort they put into making our stay special were truly remarkable.
We highly recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a warm, authentic, and unforgettable experience!

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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MANIK • solo_traveller • in
10
Pros:

Ambience ..nice and natural view

Cons:

Pool and garden

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee