Title: Art Yala Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 Travelers find peaceful moments at this lakeside retreat with a garden for strolling and round-the-clock front desk service for seamless exploration ## Photo gallery for Art Yala ![Minibar, soundproofing, free WiFi - Art Yala (Thissamaharama)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105100000/105093000/105092977/9340ffdd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Point of interest - Art Yala (Thissamaharama)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105100000/105093000/105092977/b7ffb251.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Art Yala (Thissamaharama)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105100000/105093000/105092977/cfccb795.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area - Art Yala (Thissamaharama)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105100000/105093000/105092977/f7c735f3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Point of interest - Art Yala (Thissamaharama)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105100000/105093000/105092977/w2330h1667x0y80-ee190873.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. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - 24/7 front desk £51 includes taxes & fees 2 Feb - 3 Feb ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 13 - Jan 14](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-13&endDate=2026-01-14&selected=105092977&PinnedHotelID=105092977&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-13&endDate=2026-01-14&selected=105092977&PinnedHotelID=105092977&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 14 - Jan 15](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=105092977&PinnedHotelID=105092977&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=105092977&PinnedHotelID=105092977&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 16 - Jan 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=105092977&PinnedHotelID=105092977&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=105092977&PinnedHotelID=105092977&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 23 - Jan 25](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=105092977&PinnedHotelID=105092977&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=105092977&PinnedHotelID=105092977&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 2 of 2 rooms ### View all photos for Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed ![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 ### View all photos for Family Studio Suite ![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. 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Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping on request ### Outdoors - Garden ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - Designated smoking areas (fines apply) ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Shared bathroom ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Minibar ### More - Air conditioning - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; 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 Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### 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? ### How much does it cost to stay at Art Yala? ### How much is parking at Art Yala? ### What time is check-in at Art Yala? ### What time is check-out at Art Yala? ### Where is Art Yala located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## 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) ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Amenities ### 9.0 Staff & service ### 9.0 Eco-friendliness ### 9.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ## Reviews ### 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 #### 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 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Mubarik 25 Aug 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Art Yala SCAM This Hotel is a scam. I booked room via hotel.com and hotel management directly contactec me as well as sent an email of cancellation of booking due to non availiboltu of room. It happened on 08/08/2025 and I am still chasing the refund of the money I paid. I am contacting hotel.com customer service again n again and they say that they are recieving any response from hotel. ##### Mubarik Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 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 ### 8/10 Good #### Gilberto 13 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Las instalaciones del hotel estaban muy bien, sobre todo, para lo que te encientras en el país. Destaco la limpieza del lugar y la comodidad de la habitación. Como única pega poner que teníamos pagado el desayuno pero los chicos del hotel decían que no. Sin ganas de discutir ya y, como uno de los dias nos fuimos de safari pronto y sólo nos quedaba un día de desayuno decidimos irnos y desayunar por ahí, pero esos errores cansan cuando estás de vacaciones y reservas. Adjunto foto donde se ve que el desayuno estaba contratado. No se si es fallo del hotel o de la página Hoteles.com ##### Gilberto Stayed 2 nights in Oct 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 #### 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 #### Mi Xue 2 Jan 2025 ##### Mi Xue Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [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 by La Zebra, an SLH Hotel](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 Paisley (GLA) to Hounslow (LHR)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/gla/lhr/glasgow-to-london) > > [Flights from Newquay (NQY) to Jamaica (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 Schiphol (AMS) to Brisbane (BNE)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/ams/bne/amsterdam-to-brisbane) ### Activities > [Things to do in Vodice](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Vodice.d6047146.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [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 Cap Malheureux](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cap-Malheureux.dx6056024) ---