Ranakeliya Lodge - Yala
About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: Ranakeliya Lodge - Yala in Yala offers family rooms with private bathrooms, garden views, and modern amenities. Each room includes air-conditioning, a work desk, and free WiFi. Dining Experience: The traditional restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner with local specialties, warm dishes, and international cuisines. Guests can enjoy halal, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. Leisure Facilities: The lodge features a terrace, outdoor fireplace, and outdoor seating areas. Additional amenities include a barbecue, picnic area, and outdoor play area. Convenient Location: Located 21 mi from Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport, the lodge is near attractions such as Tissa Wewa (4.3 mi) and Bundala Bird Sanctuary (15 mi). Guests appreciate the proximity to nature and safaris.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Free parking
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Cora
Ireland“It was such a fabulous stay. The tent was very comfortable and we were not too hot at all. The food was delicious. My favourite was the rice. The chef Jayalath did an amazing job and breakfast too was delicious. Madushan looked after us really...” - Geethan
Sri Lanka“Staff is very friendly. Food is delicious. Rooms were very clean and cozy. They even had books to read. You can walk around the property and merge with nature. It's a truly amazing glamping experience” - Loshitha Sri Lanka“We love the atmosphere of the hotel. Its really peaceful and amazing. Staff was very friendly and helpful.”
- Bram
Australia“The staff were excellent. They answered all our questions and suggested and helped us plan extra activities. Food was fantastic and lots of it.” - Ann-kristine
United Kingdom“The breakfast and dinner were both good. There are different kinds of rooms. Three glamping tents with no air conditioning and one cabin with air conditioning. So just know what you are getting. The staff was fabulous. The place is very basic but...” - Willem
Netherlands“Very African style safari vibes, room was spacious and staff very friendly. Having a dinner outside around the campfire at night was great and they catered to our vegan needs greatly! Safari drive from the property was good” 
Madeleine
United States“Great lodge with the most welcoming staff. Ishan and Nishani were wonderful hosts and made our experience great organizing safaris, a moonlit dinner, amazing food, and warm hospitality. Rooms were clean, comfortable and spacious. Portions of the...”- Thomas United States“Property is located on a beautiful 2 Hectare lot. The room was large and well equipped. Very nice towels and hot shower. The WiFi was good. The property is professionally managed and every detail is covered. The hosts Ishan and Nishani took...”
- Natalie United States“The property was beautiful and peaceful. The staff was so kind and helpful.”
David
Austria“What a great place to stay if you’re planning a safari in Yala National Park. You can also book a safari through them. We had the pleasure of staying at their newest tent (they currently have 3 of them and some lodges). The tent is very large...”
Area info
Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineChinese • British • Indian • Italian • Local • Asian • International • Grill/BBQ
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbienceTraditional
- Dietary optionsHalal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Ranakeliya Lodge - Yala takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 12:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 17 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free
6 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
$12 per child, per night
Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no cribs available at this property.
All extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property
Please inform Ranakeliya Lodge - Yala of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
