Title: Art Yala Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Art Yala Hotel with free parking, steps from Tissa Lake ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105100000/105093000/105092977/cfccb795.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105100000/105093000/105092977/5502e5a9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Breakfast meal](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105100000/105093000/105092977/c8d051f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105100000/105093000/105092977/b9683567.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Family Studio Suite | Minibar, soundproofing, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105100000/105093000/105092977/6635b5de.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Art Yala offers a quiet escape near Tissa Lake where guests can relax in the garden between adventures. The property provides in-room WiFi at no extra charge, making it easy to stay connected while enjoying the natural surroundings. 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - 24/7 front desk - Air conditioning - Parking included - Free WiFi £67 includes taxes & fees 23 Oct - 24 Oct ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 14 - Oct 15](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=105092977&PinnedHotelID=105092977&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=105092977&PinnedHotelID=105092977&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 15 - Oct 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=105092977&PinnedHotelID=105092977&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=105092977&PinnedHotelID=105092977&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 17 - Oct 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=105092977&PinnedHotelID=105092977&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=105092977&PinnedHotelID=105092977&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct 24 - Oct 26](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=105092977&PinnedHotelID=105092977&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=105092977&PinnedHotelID=105092977&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 2 of 2 rooms ![Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Minibar, soundproofing, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105100000/105093000/105092977/40a93308.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Hairdryer Minibar Electric kettle - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Family Studio Suite | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105100000/105093000/105092977/40bd9e19.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Studio Suite ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Hairdryer Minibar Electric kettle - Lake view - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FThissamaharama-Hotels-Art-Yala.h105092977.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FThissamaharama-Hotels-Art-Yala.h105092977.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Thissamaharama is home to Art Yala. Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara and Yatala Dagoba are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Tissa Lake and Kirinda Beach. Yala National Park and Bundala National Park are two other places to visit that come recommended. [Visit our Mahasenpura travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mahasenpura.dx553248635974717267) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C6.29328%2C81.28954&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=qAp117SP7n4_AtZ5bbTop4vnQ2g=) Court Road, Tikiriudanapura, Monaragala, Thissamaharama, Southern Province, 82600 ### What's nearby - Tissa Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles - Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles - Yatala Dagoba - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles - Kataragama Temple - 20 min drive - 11.8 miles - Bundala National Park - 26 min drive - 15.6 miles ### Restaurants - ‪Refresh Sea Food Restaurant - ‬10 min walk - ‪Cafe Culture - ‬12 min drive - ‪Red - ‬4 min drive - ‪Calorian Restaurant - ‬9 min walk - ‪999 cafe & restaurant - ‬4 min drive ## About this property ### Art Yala Hotel near Tissa Lake Located close to Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara and Yatala Dagoba, Art Yala provides a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - Free self-parking - A 24-hour front desk Room features All guest rooms at Art Yala include thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. 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check-in end time: anytime Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 only accepts cash If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as Art Yala Hotel Art Yala Thissamaharama Art Yala Hotel Thissamaharama ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Art Yala pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Art Yala? > As of 14 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Art Yala on 23 Oct 2025 start from £67.38, 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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Thissamaharama-Hotels-Art-Yala.h105092977.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Art Yala? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Art Yala? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at Art Yala? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Art Yala located? > Situated in Thissamaharama, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Tissa Lake and Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara. Yatala Dagoba and Kirinda Beach are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Art Yala Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.0/10 Cleanliness ### 9.0/10 Staff & service ### 10/10 Amenities ### 9.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 9.0/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### RICHARD 14 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort A great stay at Art Yala. The hotel and service were fantastic, as was the safari they helped arrange. It’s also a very relaxing place and we felt really looked after during our stay. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend. ##### RICHARD Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thomas 15 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort First of all,the staff were so welcoming and so attentive,the hotel itself is beautiful and very modern/simplistic,which is a style we liked very much. They organised the safari at Yala for us which was brilliant - only wish we had stayed longer - our favourite hotel in Sri Lanka ##### Thomas Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Herr Dr. Sanath 29 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Für uns für eine nach perfekte Location. Sehr sauber. Gutes lokales Essen. Westlich Essen ist auch verfügbar. Superfreundliche Personal. Gesamte Anwesen ist sehr sauber. Man kann hier barfuß laufen. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/313d439b-8729-4a97-838c-3a267fe2e474-1753764103516.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Herr Dr. Sanath Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mi Xue 2 Jan 2025 ##### Mi Xue Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rahel 22 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Klein aber fein Die Unterkunft bietet nur zwei Zimmer und ist deshalb sehr familiär. Die Lage ist wunderschön, man kann den Sonnenuntergang über dem See beobachten. Der Besitzer und die Angestellten sind sehr besortg um die Gäste. Safaris können in der Unterkunft gebucht werden. Das Frühstück ist top (unbedingt das SriLanka Frühstück bestellen). ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/594E7FF7E6321CBA83FE1408D28BA883597B99D01732257397621.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Rahel Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephen 4 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Art Yala is an amazing experience We had an amazing experience staying at art Yala towards the end of our 3 week holiday in Sri Lanka. We were made to feel special from the moment we arrived, with cold towels and a fresh fruit drink. We were up early for a safari, so a delicious breakfast hamper was provided at 4.30am. on return from our safari, again we were greeted with much needed cold towels and a fresh fruit drink. The rooms are immaculate and attention to detail exemplary. Great shower and bathroom. Breakfast on the morning of departure was the best we have had in Sri Lanka, as we ate our fill with local delicacies. Staff were friendly and attentive throughout our stay. Easily the nicest place we have stayed in Sri Lanka and we would not hesitate to recommend. ##### Stephen Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotels in Hikkaduwa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Hikkaduwa.d6141196.Hotel-Destinations) > > [Gran Hotel Inglés - The Leading Hotels of the World](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Madrid-Hotels-Gran-Hotel-Ingles.h22222811.Hotel-Information) > > [Sea World Boutique Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mirissa-Hotels-Sea-World-Boutique-Hotel.h14737453.Hotel-Information) > > [Cinnamon Wild Yala](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Palatupana-Hotels-Cinnamon-Wild-Yala.h4031774.Hotel-Information) > > [Wyndham Garden Munich Messe](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Munich-Hotels-Wyndham-Garden-Munich-Messe.h29328523.Hotel-Information) > > [Mi Amor Tulum, a Small Luxury Hotel - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tulum-Hotels-Mi-Amor-Adults-Only-Colibri-Boutique-Hotels.h9227252.Hotel-Information) > > [Royal Cambridge Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Royal-Cambridge-Hotel.h71653.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Playa de las Americas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Playa-De-Las-Americas-Hotels.d182363.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Jetwing Yala](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Palatupana-Hotels-Jetwing-Yala.h7686053.Hotel-Information) > > [The G Hotel and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Galway-Hotels-The-G-Hotel-And-Spa.h1156121.Hotel-Information) > > [Dickwella Resort and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Batigama-Hotels-Dickwella-Resort-And-Spa.h1583293.Hotel-Information) > > [Stirrups Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bracknell-Hotels-Stirrups-Hotel.h16755.Hotel-Information) > > [Citrus Hikkaduwa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hikkaduwa-Hotels-Citrus-Hikkaduwa.h2222408.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Abbotsford (YXX) to Calgary (YYC)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/yxx/yyc/abbotsford-to-calgary) > > [Flights from Paisley (GLA) to London (LHR)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/gla/lhr/glasgow-to-london) > > [Flights from Newquay (NQY) to New York (JFK)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/nqy/jfk/newquay-to-new-york) > > [Flights from Manchester (MAN) to Reus (REU)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/man/reu/manchester-to-reus) > > [flights from zagreb airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/airports/zag/flights-from-zagreb-airport) > > [Flights from Manchester (MAN) to Kirkwall (KOI)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/man/koi/manchester-to-kirkwall) > > [flights from baden airpark airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/airports/fkb/flights-from-baden-airpark-airport) > > [Flights from Ballasalla (IOM) to Liverpool (LPL)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/iom/lpl/isle-of-man-to-liverpool) > > [Flights from Amsterdam (AMS) to Brisbane (BNE)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/ams/bne/amsterdam-to-brisbane) ### Activities > [Things to do in Nottinghamshire](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Nottinghamshire.d6046227.Travel-Guide-Activities) > > [Things to do in Vodice](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Vodice.d6047146.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Lake Buena Vista Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lake-Buena-Vista.d10870.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [Falesia Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Falesia-Beach-Albufeira.d6081797.Attraction) > > [Jersey War Tunnels - German Underground Hospital](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Jersey-War-Tunnels-German-Underground-Hospital-St-Lawrence.d6078783.Attraction) ### General > [Visit Charlotte](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Charlotte.dx178247) > > [Visit Cap Malheureux](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cap-Malheureux.dx6056024)