Animal View Point Yala

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Scored 9.4
Rated superb

Staff

9.7

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Animal View Point Yala in Tissamaharama offers comfortable rooms with private bathrooms, balconies, and garden or lake views. Each room includes a tea and coffee maker, work desk, and free toiletries. Dining and Leisure: Guests can enjoy a family-friendly restaurant serving Asian and international cuisines, a bar, and a coffee shop. The hotel features a terrace, outdoor fireplace, and outdoor seating areas. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Convenient Location: Located 40 km from Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport, the hotel is near attractions such as Tissa Wewa (13 km) and Bundala Bird Sanctuary (38 km). Activities include fishing, walking tours, and cycling. Highly rated for nature trips and peaceful nature-centric stays.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Breakfast info

Continental, Asian, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Free private parking available at the hotel

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Guests who stayed here loved

Elanie
Netherlands Netherlands
“We would rate our stay 11/10 if we could. An authentic experience in a peaceful setting with the kindest host. Shashika really went the extra mile to make sure we have the best stay - from arranging transfers and safaris to preparing special...”
Matthew
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Our stay was a truly incredible experience. The location was in the heart of the natural environment at Yala, a stunning venue. Shashika and his family devoted their time to make our stay the best it could be, a perfect host. I have to mention the...”
Tina
Austria Austria
“The host was so friendly and helpful (he organized a safari for us, he informed us about the flat tyre of our car, ...). He went for a walk with us and showed us the surroundings, we learned more about Sri lankan wild life (footprints, showed us...”
Cassandra
Australia Australia
“The owner, Shashika, was so friendly, hospitable and generous with his time and knowledge of the area. The home cooked meals were exceptional, and though you don’t choose what dishes you get, we got serve a huge variety (our favourite being the...”
Erik
Denmark Denmark
“This is the perfect place for people who love nature and still want comfort. The location is right next to Yala park. The view from the treehouse over Yala park is magnificent. The host is extremely helpful regarding safari, transport and more.The...”
Saman
Netherlands Netherlands
“This was our highlight of Sri Lanka, it was an amazing experience. The viewpoint is between rice fields, lakes and yala national park is very close by. There are elephants close by and the farmers of the rice fields are guarding their fields from...”
Robert
Australia Australia
“Tree House is awesome. Sashika gave us a guided walk around the surrounding fields and jungle in the late afternoon which was a real highlight.”
Charlotte
Australia Australia
“We had such a fantastic time at Animal View Point, Shashika and his family were amazing hosts and we had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The cottage was lovely, secure from bugs and very well equipped for the two of us, and beautiful...”
Kim
Netherlands Netherlands
“We had the best time during our 3 night stay at Animal view point. Shashika and his family are so nice and will do absolutely everything to make sure you are comfortable. Dinner was freshly made every evening by Shashika’s mother and sleeping in...”
Vincent
United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
“Unique experience in the middle of nowhere. Excellent experience away from the city. Our daughter (12) loved the experience, she participated in the development of the place by planting a tree. The owner makes sure you are happy and spent a lot...”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
On site Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    Asian • International
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

House rules

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Check-in
Available 24 hours
Check-out
From 00:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 11 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0+ years
Extra bed upon request
Free

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There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.