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Wild Coast Tented Lodge

Wild Coast Tented Lodge

5 out of 5
Palatupana, Tissamaharama
The price is AU$1,522 per night
AU$1,522
per night
8 May - 9 May
2.6 km from city centre
Wild Coast Tented Lodge: Luxury tentalow with free breakfast and free WiFi. Located by the ocean.
Spa
Pool
Jetwing Yala

Jetwing Yala

5 out of 5
Yala, Tissamaharama
The price is AU$321 per night
AU$321
per night
6 May - 7 May
2.74 km from city centre
Jetwing Yala: Luxury hotel with free WiFi and free valet parking. Located near the beach.
Spa
Pool
Free cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
Cinnamon Wild Yala

Cinnamon Wild Yala

4.5 out of 5
Town Kirinda, Tissamaharama
The price is AU$396 per night
AU$396
per night
2 May - 3 May
2.08 km from city centre
Cinnamon Wild Yala: Luxury hotel with free WiFi and free parking. Located by the sea.
Pool
Breakfast available
Free cancellation
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Hilton Yala Resort

Hilton Yala Resort

5 out of 5
Pala Palatupana, Yala, Thissamaharama, Southern Province
The price is AU$891 per night
AU$891
per night
19 May - 20 May
1.89 km from city centre
Hilton Yala Resort: Luxury hotel with free WiFi and free valet parking. Located in a state park.
Spa
Pool
Free cancellation
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Uga Chena Huts

Uga Chena Huts

5 out of 5
Palatupana, Yala, Tissamaharama
The price is AU$1,652 per night
AU$1,652
per night
2 May - 3 May
2.74 km from city centre
Uga Chena Huts: Luxury hotel with free WiFi and free valet parking. Located by the ocean.
Spa
Pool
Jetwing Safari Camp

Jetwing Safari Camp

5 out of 5
Yala, Thissamaharama
The price is AU$497 per night
AU$497
per night
9 May - 10 May
1.77 km from city centre
Jetwing Safari Camp: Luxury tentalow with free WiFi and free parking. Located in a national park.
Spa
Pool
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$150 per night
AU$150
per night
22 May - 23 May
0.65 km from city centre
Yala Wild Hut: Tentalow with free WiFi and free parking. Located in a national park.
Breakfast available
Laundry
Free cancellation
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King Reach Yala Wild

King Reach Yala Wild

4.5 out of 5
Sithulpawwa Road, Yala National Park, 047 3132257, Thissamaharama, SP
The price is AU$554 per night
AU$554
per night
28 Apr - 29 Apr
0.4 km from city centre
King Reach Yala Wild : Business-friendly tentalow with free WiFi and free valet parking. Located near whale watching.
Laundry
Restaurant
Free cancellation
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Laya Safari

Laya Safari

4 out of 5
Palatupana, Yala, Thissamaharama
The price is AU$256 per night
AU$256
per night
5 May - 6 May
1.73 km from city centre
Laya Safari: Family-friendly hotel with free WiFi and free parking. Located on the beach.
Spa
Pool
Free cancellation
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Uga Chena Huts

Uga Chena Huts

Palatupana, Yala, Tissamaharama
The price is AU$1,652 per night from May 2 to May 3
AU$1,652
per night
2 May - 3 May
9.6/10 Exceptional! (36 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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231 hotels
Lowest Price
AU$150
Highest Price
AU$1,652
Popular hotels
Wild Coast Tented Lodge, Jetwing Yala, Cinnamon Wild Yala, Hilton Yala Resort, Uga Chena Huts, Jetwing Safari Camp, Yala Wild Hut, King Reach Yala Wild , Laya Safari

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$150 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.
How do I get a cheap hotel in Palatupana?
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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

Uga Chena Huts
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5 / 5
Nice hotel, friendly staff but overpriced.
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Posted 13 days ago
Uga Chena Huts

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