Leopard Nest in Yala

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Sky Nest | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, bidet

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Very good

Popular amenities

Pool
Restaurant
Air conditioning
Bar
Housekeeping
24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Palatupana, Yala National Park, Tissamaharama, 82600

Place, Yala National Park
‪1 min walk‬

Room options

Queen Tree Nest

Park view
140 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Jungle Nest

Park view
226 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Sky Nest

Exceptional

Park view
226 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Family Nest

Park view
500 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 5
1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

Glamping Tent

Park view
205 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

King Tree Nest

1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Yala

Leopard Nest in Yala places you adjacent to Yala National Park. This 5-room, 4-star tentalow has a restaurant and a bar/lounge, along with an outdoor pool.

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What's nearby

Yala National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles

About this property

Leopard Nest in Yala

Guests of Leopard Nest in Yala enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a terrace. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Additional amenities include a picnic area, a garden, and barbecue grills.

Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, and bidets. Balconies or patios and sitting areas are other standard amenities.

Guests can experience the thrill of a safari, and take advantage of an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Breakfast included
All inclusive
Parking included
Restaurant

$212 nightly

Jun 12 - Jun 13

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

No onsite parking available

Food and drink

A bar/lounge
A restaurant

Things to do

Bicycle rentals
Outdoor pool
Safari

Family friendly

Outdoor pool
Separate bedroom

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Luggage storage

Guest services

Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

Barbecue grill
Garden
In a nature reserve
Picnic area
Terrace

Accessibility

No elevator

Art Deco architecture
Built in 2017
Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Bidet
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Food and drink

Free bottled water

Air conditioning
Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Check-in: 2:00 PM—-4:00 PM
Check-out: 11 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
No parking is available onsite.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

There are no elevators.
No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Leopard Nest Luxury Campsite Safari/Tentalow Yala

Leopard Nest Luxury Campsite Safari/Tentalow

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Leopard Nest Luxury Campsite

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Leopard Nest Luxury Campsite Tissamaharama

Safari/Tentalow Leopard Nest Luxury Campsite Tissamaharama

Tissamaharama Leopard Nest Luxury Campsite Safari/Tentalow

Leopard Nest Luxury Campsite Tissamaharama

Leopard Nest Luxury Campsite Safari/Tentalow

Safari/Tentalow Leopard Nest Luxury Campsite

Leopard Nest Luxury Campsite

Leopard Nest Tissamaharama

Leopard Nest Luxury Campsite

Leopard Nest - Glamping in Yala Tissamaharama

Leopard Nest - Glamping in Yala Safari/Tentalow

Leopard Nest - Glamping in Yala Safari/Tentalow Tissamaharama

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to Leopard Nest in Yala?

This tentalow is located in Yala, just steps from Yala National Park. Patanangala Tsunami Memorial is also within a driving distance of 2.5 mi.

How much does it cost to stay at Leopard Nest in Yala?

As of Jun 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Leopard Nest in Yala on Jun 6, 2026 start from $313, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there parking available at Leopard Nest in Yala?

No, this tentalow doesn't offer parking.

Does Leopard Nest in Yala include a casino at the property?

No, Leopard Nest in Yala doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Leopard Nest in Yala?

No, this tentalow doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Leopard Nest in Yala?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this tentalow, including a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge.

Are there hot tubs at Leopard Nest in Yala?

No, this tentalow doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Leopard Nest in Yala have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Leopard Nest in Yala serves breakfast for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Leopard Nest in Yala allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Leopard Nest in Yala.

Are there connecting rooms at Leopard Nest in Yala?

No, this tentalow doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Leopard Nest in Yala?

Yes, every accommodation at Leopard Nest in Yala comes with a balcony/patio and some offer garden and park views.

Leopard Nest in Yala Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Verified

8/10 Good

Frank

Mar 4, 2026

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

The location and the place are nice, but it is about 30 minutes away from the nearest town.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

Verified

10/10 Excellent

becs

Dec 4, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Wonderful unique experience with excellent staff and attention to detail. Fabulous lantern lit dinner. Kid’s thoroughly enjoyed the afternoon safari. Comfortable air-conditioned rooms in the trees. I wish we could have stayed longer.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tal

Jul 28, 2023

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

This property was amazing! It was a unique experience that we didn’t get anywhere else in Sri Lanka. The bbq dinner was our favorite and the treehouse was beautiful ! Highly recommend for anyone looking for a true nature experience to go with the safari

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tia

Mar 26, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Special place, just outside Yala

A special place close to Yala that makes you feel like you’re in the park. Small staff was so friendly and lovely, and I felt well taken care of. Delicious meals—often candlelit and with an outdoor grill. Room was air conditioned and well appointed, despite the jungle setting. Only caution: there probably will be some wildlife in your bathroom! They also organized my safaris in the park, as well as pick ups and drop-offs, which I appreciated.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

Verified

10/10 Excellent

JAMES

Jun 17, 2023

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

My wife and I have just returned this afternoon from here. A unique experience in the trees. The bbq at night time is very good. The staff are all very attentive and make for a wonderful experience. You are in jungle so enjoy it

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

Verified

10/10 Excellent

christopher

Dec 23, 2022

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Getting to the property was hard, you can’t drive up to the property. Wish there was more amenities like a pool.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

Verified

8/10 Good

Magen

Mar 2, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Overall a cool experience, we stayed in the sky nest. It is important to know that the road getting to resort is very very rough, essentially off-roading in a jeep, maybe even worse than safari. I wouldn’t recommend older adults or young children or anyone with a disability. The resort had kind staff, great evening bbq and early morning safari packed breakfast. Our only negative was that the safari guide booked through them was not good, of note he was not their usual safari guide on staff. We had a much better guide with a private group the evening before we stayed at the resort.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Jan 22, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Fantastic stay! My husband and I have been glamping in Africa before, so we knew what to expect when we booked a glamping hotel in the Yala National Park buffer zone. We had read reviews from others beforehand and despite what some others said, we booked Leopard Nest anyway. We are so glad we did! The actual room itself (treehouse room) was the same quality as what we spent $700 a night on glamping in Africa. It was clean, had a strong AC, and an updated toilet/shower. They provided a mosquito net for us, but in general, we did not see any bugs (even if we did, this would have been totally normal as it is glamping in the wild) Our room also had a big balcony that overlooked a watering hole that elephants are sometimes spotted at, which was cool. The best part was the food - we were served a prefix 4 course dinner under the stars, outside in our own private “rock table”. It was so cute and we weren’t expecting this, so it was such a special touch! Breakfast was also a prefix, multi course meal that had us full and happy. The staff was so helpful and eager to assist us. We were happy with our one night stay here. They are advertised as a glamping hotel, and as long as you have the correct expectations going into it, you will be satisfied. It is good for a night, I would probably not book more than that just because there aren’t too many things to do once you are there, besides go on safari. But overall, fantastic!

Verified

2/10 Terrible

jonathan

Oct 3, 2023

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

This place is not as described. By no means can it be described as a luxury experience. I actually believe a a lot of the reviews are misleading or circumspect. Like others have said if this was a third of the price then I would have kinda been ok with it. But at best it is a poorly maintained man made camp site in an area of overgrown “bush”. The description talks about it being jungle. I think that is stretching it. Eg the “lake” is a man made and badly finished pond. The tree house room I stayed in is old, very tired, very grubby and poorly maintained. The food whilst plentiful is back packer fare at best. There is no culinary ability on display here. The “restaurant” is a basic deck type structure. Quite simply I hoped this would be the highlight of my trip but it has become my nightmare. Literally stuck in the middle of nowhere, requested to check out early which was denied. If you’re happy to go somewhere really basic and pay absolute top dollar for it and continue to be gouged whilst here for extras. Sign up! If not then please try one of the alternatives. I feel We have paid for luxury and got budget. Would have been better off booking the cheapest place if this is the standard of the “high end”. Literally anything has to be the same or better.

Verified

2/10 Terrible

Yugandhar Pawan

Jan 1, 2022

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The review is based from a perspective of travellers with young kids. This place would be a big NO The whole experience below: - Check-in: there is no direct access to this place and the resort will arrange a pickup from somewhere outside the area. Our pickup was horrible! The driver had no idea of the route. (Also fyi, its a jungle, so if u miss a turn, u r lost in a JUNGLE!) Thats what happened with us. We got stuck and waited for an hour in middle of nowhere & electric fences all around. Somehow, we reached the property and first thing the manager asked us (after a simple sorry) was to make the payment. That was off-putting - Room :its nothing like u see on their website. Its within the bushes & no maintenance whatsoever. Ours was a luxury tent, wherein the bathroom is outside the room (which for us was not very ideal ,atleast). The beds looked clean but there were bugs and mosquitoes & ants inside the room. No mosquito net were provided so it was very uncomfortable. We requested a changed & were offered jungle nest but it was no different (bathroom being inside was the only plus) - The campsite : the impression on the website is more of a jungle campsite but its nothing of that sort. We could only do a basic bnb, as one cant really step out cos of various reasons as it is absolutely dark, various kinds of animals in the bushes (gets scary) & no seating facilities outside the room. - Seriously Overpriced (we’ve had amazing stays in other cities for lesser).

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Mar 3, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Der Service ist sensationell, bester Service seit langem - die lesen jeden Wunsch von den Augen ab. Essen einfach aber sehr gut. Abends Barbeque mitten im Jungle unter Sternen und Fakeln. Wunderschön. Die Einrichtung ist einfach, praktisch und gut. Man würde es sich aufgrund des Preises und der Bilder etwas luxuriöser vorstellen. Die angebotenen Safaris sind super. Wir hatten Rumesh als Fahrer, welcher zu den schnellsten Fahrern gehört. Er macht alles, dass man die Tiere sieht und wir sahen unglaublich viele.. Leopard, Sloth Bear, Elephanten und vieles vieles andere.. fast wie im Zoo. Von Leopard Nest zum Eingang des Nationalparks sind es mit dem Auto ca 45min. Empfehlenswert für einfaches, gemütliches und eco-friendly Jungle/Safari Feeling. Wer Luxus sucht, ist jedoch woanders wohl besser aufgehoben.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Feb 20, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Leopards nest provided the most incredible experience, with a reservation on valentines day I took this opportunity to propose to my girlfriend. The staff were all extremely helpful in setting up the perfect scene and very congratulatory after. We enjoyed a fantastic safari the following morning, with the driver, Isanka, and the naturalist, Sumedha, providing a great service and really guiding us through the animals we could see, including the Leopard and Jackal, two of the rarest! The binoculars really helped wit the Leopard, so these would be useful to be provided to all jeeps. Huge thank you to all the staff for making this an experience we will never forget.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Jan 6, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

amazing romantic get away

We had a wonderful stay at the leopards best. The tree house room was AMAZING, staff very friendly and professional and the safari was unreal. We saw leopards and lions and our guide was fantastic

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Dec 7, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Safari de 10, estancia de 10

Un estancia de ensueño en la selva de yala! Hay que ir subiendo que es un camping y no un hotel 5*... Pero el personal te hará sentir muy cuidado. La habitación muy bonita. La bbq de la cena super rica. El safari que nos organizaron con Jeep privado por la tarde y otro por la mañana espectaculares. El Driver y el guía saben muy bien como encontrar todos los animales. Vimos 2 leopardos y 1 oso... Y era temporada lluviosa por lo cual es aún más difícil verlos. Totalmente recomendable, no te arrepentirás.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

Verified

4/10 Poor

Disappointed

Nov 9, 2019

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities

I paid almost $800 for a single night at their King nest with a package inclusive of all meals and two safari game drives. Most of the reviews are misleading. It is about 45 mins to actually get to Yalla park gate. While it was OK, it was certainly not worth the amount we paid and is grossly overpriced. The hotel is probably a 2 star or 2.5 stars. There are no real amenities. Our lunch was tuna sandwiches only, and I am not exaggerating. Breakfast was just as disappointing. The safari drive was ok but the driver seemed rushed and was not as aggressive as other drivers in helping us get closer to the animals. For what we paid, they can do better. A lot better. It should not be priced at more than $150-200/ night for what you get.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

May 4, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Beautiful lodge in the jungle outside the Yala national park. All inclusive service that met all expectations. Accommodation beautifully decorated with everything necessary for our stay. Staff very welcoming and helpful with any request, always with a smile! Safari were smoothly organized: probably because of the country situation of the curfew we didnt have choice in adjusting any time of the safari trips, nor could arrange an evening safari: suggest people to ask in advance about timings of safari.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marina

Feb 28, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

À faire

Superbe parenthèse en pleine nature mais avec tout le confort, Safari très bien avec un naturaliste aussi dynamique qu’intéressant. Dîner BBQ exceptionnel en pleine nature

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

Verified

10/10 Excellent

DI

Feb 17, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Romantic, unforgettable

The beauty of this accommodation is not enough to describe in any language. After the sun sets, we went to dinner in woods which is guided by a glimpse of oil lamps. This is the most romantic dinner I have ever had. People also super nice here.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Oct 31, 2018

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Luxury price tag for a hotel though comfortable not what would be considered luxury based on experience for similar packages in Africa. No tea and coffee making facilities, no bedside lights just a single bare bulb in the bedroom, bathroom light on a timer which went off whilst showering, etc. The staff and Roy in particular, went out of their way to try and make up for the disappointment in the facilities. There was no mention in the literature that the nearest part of the park was closed and it was over an hour each way to get to where was open. Roy accommodated this by offering an all day game drive for which we were very grateful.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Aug 12, 2018

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent Glamping Experience

Excellent lodge, serene surroundings, helpful staff, meals were perfect...

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Aug 3, 2018

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A very special experience

They made us feel so special during our 2-day stay. The food was fantastic with some of the best curry we’ve tasted in Sri Lanka. Get ready for an early start with 6am through the safari gates. We were very lucky to see a sloth bear but unlucky not to see a leopard. Animals aren’t to order! There is also an afternoon tour as an option. Thanks to Madhu and the rest of the team.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Mar 23, 2018

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

We had a great stay at Leopard Nest. The team looked after us really well, and the treehouse was really quirky and different - you can even see the indian ocean from the balcony. Quite cosy, but enough space for two and the air con worked well (if a little noisy). It was great to have a different experience from the usual hotels we stayed in during our trip. We were the only guests for the one night we stayed which made it even more of a unique experience. I was worried it may feel a little intense, but we were really well looked after and it didn't feel at all like the staff were looking over us all of the time - all of the team were so friendly and made us feel so welcome. We were all inclusive, which included two game drives. Drives were well organised and whilst the leopards didn't come out for us, the team tried really hard and we still saw plenty of wildlife and birds. Food and drink was plentiful and good quality. We were greeted from our afternoon safari with a large, ice cold G&T and a cold towel. Perfect!

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Feb 13, 2026

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

Verified

8/10 Good

Jens

Feb 9, 2026

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Apr 24, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

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Leopard Nest in Yala Reviews

Reviews

Very Good

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Reviews

8/10 Good

Frank

Frank

10/10 Excellent

becs

becs

10/10 Excellent

Tal

Tal

10/10 Excellent

Tia

Special place, just outside Yala

Tia

10/10 Excellent

JAMES

JAMES