Not just stay, but
a lifetime experience
Experience a local family stay near Yala National Park, where adventure meets culture with thrilling safaris, immersive village tours, and authentic local cuisine.
Homestay
Immerse yourself in the beauty of Sri Lanka with a stay at our homestay. Wake up to the sounds of nature, enjoy home-cooked Sri Lankan meals, and experience the warmth of a welcoming family. Whether you want to relax under coconut palms, explore local traditions, or simply enjoy the peaceful surroundings, this is a stay like no other.
Comfortable Rooms
Traditional Meals
Village tour and guide
Facilities
The rooms include the following
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Room service
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Family rooms
- Breakfast
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Bidet
- Toilet
- Bath or shower
- Towels
- Linen
- Socket near the bed
- Tile/marble floor
- Seating Area
- Private entrance
- Mosquito net
- Ironing facilities
- Fan
- Towels/sheets(extra fee)
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Wake-up service
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Clothes rack
Village tour
Only for staying guest
Have you ever been curious about Buddhism but never knew where to start? Our village tour offers a perfect introduction. We visit the most significant temples, including the ancient dagobas of Tissamaharama, one of Sri Lanka’s cultural capitals. Here, you can witness sacred Buddhist relics and immerse yourself in a deeply spiritual experience.
Beyond the temples, we take you to a serene nearby lake. Surrounded by wildlife and breathtaking landscapes, this hidden gem offers something truly special—lasting memories.
- Explore Ancient Temples
- Experience Local Traditions
- Visit the Nearby Lake
Local experience
Only for staying guest
Tissamaharama is famous for its pottery, a craft passed down through generations. Historically, pottery was created for Buddhist temples, making it an essential part of Sri Lankan heritage. If you stay with us, you can witness skilled artisans at work, shaping clay into beautiful, functional pieces using age-old techniques.
- Do your own pottery
- Understand the History
- Take Home a Souvenir
Places where we can visit together
Culture & spirituals
- Sithulpawwa Temple
- Kataragama Sacred City (Hindu and Buddhist mix culture)
- Sellakataragama
- Wedasitikanda Hill temple
- Sandagala Temple
National Parks
- Yala National Park(Block-I,II,V)
- Lunugamwehera National Park
- Bundala National Park
Lake Visits
- Tissa Lake
- Weerawila Lake
- Pannegamuwa Lake
- Debarawewa Lake
- Yodha Lake
Activities
- Pottery Classes
- Cooking Classes
Garden to Table Cooking
Only for staying guest
Experience the true flavors of Sri Lanka with our home-cooked meals, made only from fresh, organic ingredients straight from our garden. Every dish is prepared with care, following traditional recipes passed down through generations.
- Home-cooked Meals
- Cooking Lessons
- Vegan & Gluten-Free Options
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Our guest said about us
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Leisure Villa Yala is an absolute gem! This beautiful place offers a perfect blend of comfort, tranquility, and exceptional hospitality. The rooms are spacious, clean and thoughtfully designed to make you feel at home. What truly sets this place apart is the warmth and hospitality of the owner, Uchith and his lovely family. Their kindness and genuine care made our experience unforgettable. Whether you’re visiting Yala for a safari or simply looking for a peaceful gateway, Leisure Villa Yala is the ideal choice.
An ideal place to to escape the hustle and bustle of larger cities and set off on a safari in Yala Park. The hosts are a wonderful couple who made me feel happy and safe. They organized a fantastic safari in Yala, where I saw many elephants, crocodiles, buffaloes, jackals, monkeys, as well as lizards and birds. Additionally, I enjoyed the best Rice & Curry and Sri Lankan Curd I had in all of Sri Lanka. They also have two lovely sons who taught me how to play cricket, and two adorable dogs I played with for hours.
The family was incredibly kind. We stayed for three nights, so we had opportunity to participate in the safari, the village tour, and the cooking class! The family’s kindness and helpfulness exceeded our expectations! The accommodation was very beautiful, clear and well-organized. There is a shared kitchen and a private garden area where you can sit outside!
Very welcoming. Felt like home. The hospitality was amazing. Uchith goes up and beyond to make your stay comfortable. He also organized our Safari which was wonderful. I would definitely come back.
We had an amazing stay at Leisure Villa- Yala! owner and his family were incredibly welcoming, ensuring every detail was perfect. From delightful meals to bird-watching tours, the location near Yala National Park for safaris and he arranged the safari for us, It was an amazing experience, we saw many animals especially a leopard, elephants, crocodiles, deers.
We had an incredible stay at Yala Leisure Villa. We were a family of 6, and we had a very comfortable, easy, and enjoyable stay. The rooms were absolutely perfect!!!! Everything was incredibly clean and the outside areas were very beautifully set out. The villa is run by amazing family, who were extremely helpful throughout our stay. They also provided a huge breakfast meal! We were very impressed and well prepared for our journey ahead. The family offers incredible Yala safari tours and other tours. We would highly recommend!!!!
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