This is a truly wild setting—elephants and leopards do occasionally pass through camp, and guests are escorted after dark. The all-inclusive rate covers three meals, high tea, standard drinks, and daily safaris, which adds real value given the high nightly price.
Swimming in the ocean isn’t possible due to strong surf year-round. Design lovers will hate this place…. Just saying. Come for the wildlife and location.
Swimming Pool
Gym
Spa
Bicycles Available
Wi-Fi
Family Friendly
Pet Friendly
Electric Car Charging
Beach Access
Hiking Trails
Accessible
Sustainable
Adults Only
Age Restriction 16+
Age Restriction
Fancy the VIP treatment? Book with us, and we’ll make it happen. Early check-in, late check-out? Sorted. Free breakfast? Of course. F+B voucher? We’ll work on it. Room upgrade? Probably.
It’s all about who you know, and with our FORA partnership, you’re always in the inner circle. We’ll confirm what perks we’ve arranged before you ever pay.
Yala National Park, Sri Lanka – Southern Coast / Wildlife Reserve
Nearest international airport
Bandaranaike International Airport, Colombo (CMB)
Distance from airport
4.5–5 hour drive (mostly highway, then rural roads)
Journey time
Approx. 290 km / 180 miles
Rate advice Approximate rates by room type and season
Most basic room
$900
$1100
$950
Mid-priced room
$1050
$1500
$1200
Most expensive room
$1400
$2000
$1650
Rates are approximate and for guidance only. To get prices for your trip dates, book with us.
Amenities In our room
Air Conditioning
Coffee Machine
Microwave
Mini-Bar
Room Service
Top-Scoring Pillows*
TV
*Top-scoring pillows are pillows we've rated 8 (or higher) out of 10 for comfort.
Food + Drink On-site surprises
All meals, high tea, and standard drinks are included, which softens the sting of the nightly rate. Menus rotate between Sri Lankan and Western dishes, served in a single restaurant and bar space. While the food is consistently fine—and occasionally good—it rarely rises to the level the price or Relais & Châteaux badge suggests. Breakfasts are solid, high tea is a pleasant ritual, and dinners are serviceable rather than memorable. The bigger issue is atmosphere: dark interiors, limited connection to the outdoors, and a lack of music or energy. You won’t go hungry—but you won’t come for the food either.
