The Den at Yala
About this property
Popular facilities
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- Check-in
- From 13:00
- Check-out
- Until 11:00
- Pets
- Allowed
- Luggage storage
- Available
- Room types
- 4
Room Information
Rooms
Standard Quadruple Family room with garden view
- 4 guests
- Private bathroom
- air-conditioning
- blackout-blinds
- fan
- hairdryer
- iron
- pillows
- private-bathroom
- shower
- tea
- toiletries
- towels
- tv
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Standard room
- Private bathroom
- air-conditioning
- blackout-blinds
- fan
- hairdryer
- iron
- pillows
- private-bathroom
- shower
- tea
- toiletries
- towels
- tv
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Standard Double Family room with garden view
- 2 guests
- full double bed
- Private bathroom
- private-bathroom
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Standard Triple Family room with garden view
- 3 guests
- Private bathroom
- private-bathroom
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Guest reviews
Recent reviews shared by hotel guests
Aaron C.
We went out again even after our first leopard sighting, and the second safari brought us a sloth bear too. One trip was rainy, the other sunny. The owner knows the safari drivers well, and the price was unbeatable. The hotel itself is clean, with spacious rooms, and dinner cooked by the family who work there was fantastic. The owner greeted us when we arrived and was so kind and easy to relate to. I’d texted to ask about fresh curd, and he ordered some for us to try with treacle. He’d lived in LA before and now runs this hotel beside the jungle he loves. The Den at Yala is officially my favorite hotel stay.
Patrick O.
We were a group of Irish visitors, and this place was stunning. The hosts were lovely, the food tasted great, and the accommodation was really good quality. They were so kind that they even brought our jumper to Colombo. What an incredible stay, I can't recommend it enough. Thanks again.
Emily P.
The grounds were peaceful, and the rooms were spacious and comfortable. Even the three dogs, who serve as security guards, were sweet and lovely. Gabriel and Sanjana made us feel so welcome and went out of their way to take us to the local temple and arrange an excellent safari. They and their wonderful staff also made us far too much delicious food. I hope we can come back one day.
Peter W.
The Den was a peaceful place to unwind and feel revived. The friendly, gorgeous dogs have even been vaccinated against rabies. The caretaker and his family were kind and welcoming, and the food was exceptional. Gabriel knows his stuff and was a great host. From the start of our stay right through to the end, the staff were exceptional. I'd have no hesitation recommending The Den as somewhere to stay.
Brent A.
The safari Gabriel arranged was one of the highlights of our trip, and the beautiful room and grounds made the stay even better. The whole team went above and beyond. Dinner was one of the best meals of our trip, maybe the best, and they even went into town to surprise us with a honeymoon cake. We'll stay much longer next time we're in Sri Lanka. Thanks again!
Amenities
Everything available at this property
General Services
6 available- 24 Hour Reception
- Garden
- Television in lobby
- Terrace
- Outdoor furniture
- Luggage storage
Parking
1 available- Parking
Meals
3 available- Coffee/tea for guests
- Breakfast
- Restaurant
Business Services
1 available- Conference Hall
Pets
1 available- Pets allowed
What's nearby
Explore attractions, restaurants and transport around the hotel
3.4 km
30.4 km
1.6 km 20 min walk
4.3 km
Attractions
20- Kataragama Wildlife Sanctuary1.6 km 20 min walk
- Yala Safari jeep service SUJEEWA3.2 km
- Ruhunu Kataragama Golden Gate4.2 km
- Ruhunu Maha Kataragama Dewalaya4.4 km
- Kataragama Alternative Entrance4.6 km
Restaurants
11- ගැමි රස4.3 km
- Gantera Rest4.3 km
- Katharagamasafari Hotel4.4 km
- Annamalai Restaurant4.5 km
- The Plummy Dale Restaurant4.7 km
Transit
9- Mattala Rajapaksa International AirportAirport30.4 km
- Kataragama DepotBus3.4 km
- Kataragama Bus StationBus4.4 km
- Tissa Bus StandBus17.2 km
- Tissamaharama to KataragamaBus17.7 km

Stay rules
Important conditions for your stay
Fees and optional services
Deposit
Pet deposit required