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Jetwing Yala

Jetwing Yala

5 out of 5
Yala, Tissamaharama
2.74 km from city centre
Jetwing Yala: Luxury hotel with free WiFi and free valet parking. Located near the beach.
Pool
Spa
Wild Coast Tented Lodge - Relais and Chateaux

Wild Coast Tented Lodge - Relais and Chateaux

5 out of 5
Palatupana, Tissamaharama
The price is AU$2,247 per night
AU$2,247
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2025
2.6 km from city centre
Wild Coast Tented Lodge - Relais and Chateaux: Luxury tentalow with free breakfast and free WiFi. Located on the beach.
Pool
Breakfast included
Cinnamon Wild Yala

Cinnamon Wild Yala

4.5 out of 5
Town Kirinda, Tissamaharama
The price is AU$446 per night
AU$446
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2025
2.08 km from city centre
Cinnamon Wild Yala: Luxury hotel with free WiFi and free parking. Located by the sea.
Pool
Parking included
Hilton Yala Resort

Hilton Yala Resort

5 out of 5
Pala Palatupana, Yala, Thissamaharama, Southern Province
The price is AU$899 per night
AU$899
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan 2025
1.89 km from city centre
Hilton Yala Resort: Luxury resort with free WiFi and free valet parking. Located on the beach.
Pool
All-inclusive
Laya Safari

Laya Safari

4 out of 5
Palatupana, Yala, Thissamaharama
The price is AU$336 per night
AU$336
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2025
1.73 km from city centre
Laya Safari: Family-friendly hotel with free WiFi and free parking. Located by the sea.
Pool
All-inclusive
Uga Chena Huts - Yala

Uga Chena Huts - Yala

5 out of 5
Palatupana, Yala, Tissamaharama
The price is AU$2,264 per night
AU$2,264
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2025
2.74 km from city centre
Uga Chena Huts - Yala: Luxury hotel with free WiFi and free valet parking. Located in a national park.
Pool
All-inclusive
Jetwing Jungle Lodge

Jetwing Jungle Lodge

5 out of 5
Yala, Thissamaharama
The price is AU$637 per night
AU$637
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
1.77 km from city centre
Jetwing Jungle Lodge: Luxury tentalow with free WiFi and free parking. Located in a national park.
Pool
All-inclusive
King Reach Yala Wild

King Reach Yala Wild

3 out of 5
Sithulpawwa Road, Yala National Park, 047 3132257, Thissamaharama, SP
The price is AU$552 per night
AU$552
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2025
0.4 km from city centre
King Reach Yala Wild : Business-friendly tentalow with free WiFi and free valet parking. Located near whale watching.
Free cancellation
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Yala Wild Hut

Yala Wild Hut

3 out of 5
Palatupana, Yala, Thissamaharama, Southern Province
The price is AU$144 per night
AU$144
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2025
0.65 km from city centre
Yala Wild Hut: Tentalow with free WiFi and free parking. Located in a national park.
Parking included
Free WiFi
Free cancellation
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Uga Chena Huts - Yala

Uga Chena Huts - Yala

Palatupana, Yala, Tissamaharama
The price is AU$2,264 per night from 18 Jan to 19 Jan
AU$2,264
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18 Jan - 19 Jan 2025
9.6/10 Exceptional! (37 reviews)

Accommodation in Palatupana

Palatupana is a great place to visit, with a neat little list of hotels. There are 7 located less than 5 kilometres from the middle of the city.

Wotif recommends having a gander at the Cinnamon Wild Yala and The Secret Yala if you intend to stay close to the main areas.

If you find yourself needing more accommodation options in Palatupana, look into the Elephant Reach and the Heina Nature Resort & Yala Safari. They are 10 kilometres and 19 kilometres away from the center. Wotif also recommends the Samwill Holiday Resort and the Saraii Village. The first is 18 kilometres away from the city, while the other is 19 kilometres away.

Attractions and Hotels Near Palatupana

You'd be a flamin' galah to leave Palatupana without doing some exploring in Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka has rural landscapes, beaches, forests and rainforest, along with commonly visited Sri Lanka tourist attractions like the ruins and traditional villages. Popular things to do in this particular part of Sri Lanka include cycling.

The nearby localities of Tissamaharama and Debarawewa are worth checking out. Tissamaharama is 10 kilometres to the west of Palatupana, while Debarawewa is 15 kilometres to the west. Tissamaharama hotels include the Hotel River Front and The Lake View Bungalow Yala. The Kithala Resort and Hotel Chandrika are some of the options in Debarawewa.

Bandaranaike International Airport is the most convenient airport for transiting in or out of Palatupana and is 190 kilometres drive from the heart of town. If you would like to stay nearby, try the Amagi Lagoon or the Full Moon Garden Hotel.

Palatupana hotels essential information

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248 hotels
Lowest Price
AU$144
Highest Price
AU$2,264
Popular hotels
Jetwing Yala, Wild Coast Tented Lodge - Relais and Chateaux, Cinnamon Wild Yala, Hilton Yala Resort, Laya Safari, Uga Chena Huts - Yala, Jetwing Jungle Lodge, King Reach Yala Wild , Yala Wild Hut

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hotels in Palatupana?
“Fantastic. Loved everything about it!” — those are the types of things Wotif travellers are saying about Jetwing Yala. Located in Hambantota District and featuring Thai massage treatments and more, they’ve rated it as one of Palatupana’s best hotels. Uga Chena Huts is another. Book a room here and you’ll be within easy reach of big attractions like Palatupana Beach and others.
How many days should I spend in Palatupana?
That’s like asking how you want your steak done — it all comes down to personal preference. Most visitors spend 2 days enjoying this top destination. Whether it’s a day or two or a week or two, our Palatupana hotel offers will help make your getaway an unforgettable one.
Where should a first-time tourist stay in Palatupana?
Take the easy route and choose a hotel in Palatupana that’ll put you in the thick of the action. You’ll be close to things like top attractions and more transport options. Of course, the best place to stay for you depends on things like your plans and budget, so do a little research beforehand.
How much does a Palatupana hotel cost?
Forget the charm offensive on the hotel manager — our filters are all you need for finding AU$144 cheap accommodation in Palatupana. Just enter your travel details and fine-tune your search by things like amenities, budget and property class. Oh, and here’s another money-saving hack: Reserve your Palatupana hotel outside the peak months of January, February and November when prices are usually higher.
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Can I find luxury accommodation in Palatupana?
Of course you can. Using our “Property class” filter tool you can discover the fanciest getaways that offer first-class service, indulgent perks and bedding with thread counts so high you’ll feel dizzy. Take a look at these Palatupana luxury hotels:

  • Jetwing Yala: This escape features amenities like free valet parking services and Swedish massage treatments.
  • Uga Chena Huts: After you’re done oohing and aahing over your room, make the most of conveniences like a terrace and spa services.

Which hotels in Palatupana are family-friendly?
Jump into a world of family fun in one of our Palatupana family accommodation options. Offering stacks of cool stuff like pools, games rooms and kids’ clubs, they’re not just places to kip, but a destination in themselves. Use our “Family friendly” filter to find them in seconds, or look at these top-notch options for you and your squad:


What is the best area to stay in Palatupana?
Consider booking your Palatupana hotel in the Yala neighbourhood. Click on “View map” at the top of the page to show all the locations of our Palatupana accommodation and snap up a spot that’s perfect for you.

New reviews! Best hotels in Palatupana

Jetwing Yala
Wotif Verified Review
5 / 5
As anticipated, terrific place to stay and enjoy Yala NP. All excellent and will return.
A verified traveller stayed at Jetwing Yala
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Jetwing Yala

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