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Jetwing Yala

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2 bars/lounges, swim-up bar, poolside bar
Lobby sitting area
Exterior
Deluxe Double Room
Food and drink

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$295
includes taxes & fees
21 May - 22 May

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Yala, Tissamaharama
  • Place, Yala National Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Kirinda Temple
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Kirinda Beach
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 57 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 63 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, minibar

Family Room

  • 107 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Twin Room

  • 62 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

Superior Twin Room

  • 57 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

About the area

Palatupana

A luxury stay in Palatupana awaits you at Jetwing Yala. You'll be 4.4 km (2.8 mi) from Yala National Park and 13.7 km (8.5 mi) from Kirinda Temple. Highlights at this hotel include 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and a full-service spa. .A pampering day can include Swedish massages and Thai massages. The restaurant, The Dining Room, serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The Living Room is the hotel's own bar. Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, 24-hour gym, kids' swimming pool and pool loungers. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also free valet parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 5-property class Palatupana hotel, you'll be 22.9 km (14.2 mi) from Tissa Lake and 24.7 km (15.4 mi) from Yatala Dagoba.

What's nearby

  • Yala National Park - 9 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Kirinda Temple - 23 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Kirinda Beach - 23 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Tissa Lake - 32 min drive - 24.7 km
  • Kataragama Temple - 51 min drive - 44.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Culture - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Main Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Yala Addara - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Thambapanni - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Roof Top Bar @ Cinnamon Wild Yala - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Jetwing Yala

Jetwing Yala offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness centre. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. WiFi is free in public spaces.

There's an onsite business centre. A children's pool, a rooftop terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the luxury Jetwing Yala. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking and valet parking are free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Palatupana hotel.

  • 80 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Deli
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar by the pool
  • Swim-up bar
Jetwing Yala offers 80 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and a safe. Rooms open to balconies. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Memory foam beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, bathrobes, slippers and bidets.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

The on-site spa has massage/treatment rooms. Services include Swedish massages and Thai massages. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Limited on-site valet and self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: USD 20 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Dining Room
  • The Living Room

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Children's pool
  • Ecotours
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Spa open daily
  • Spa treatment rooms
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift (102 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 31-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Jetwing Yala

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately USD 20 for adults and from USD 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 196 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 196 (one-way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number PV 73458

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7 AM to 7 PM
  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • For stays on 24 December, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner.
  • For stays on 31 December, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner.
  • Up to 2 children aged 5 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Jetwing Yala Hotel Kirinda

Jetwing Yala Kirinda

Jetwing Yala Hotel Palatupana

Jetwing Yala Hotel

Jetwing Yala Hotel

Jetwing Yala Hotel Tissamaharama

Jetwing Yala Tissamaharama

Hotel Jetwing Yala Tissamaharama

Tissamaharama Jetwing Yala Hotel

Jetwing Yala Hotel

Hotel Jetwing Yala

Jetwing Yala Tissamaharama

Jetwing Yala Tissamaharama

Jetwing Yala Hotel Tissamaharama

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Jetwing Yala?

Jetwing Yala offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Jetwing Yala?

As of 13 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Jetwing Yala on 21 May 2026 start from NZ$295, 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 parking available at Jetwing Yala?

Yep, Jetwing Yala has a free self car park and free valet parking.

Are there any beaches close to Jetwing Yala?

The closest beach to Jetwing Yala is Palatupana Beach (2.9 km).

Is there a spa on site at Jetwing Yala?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Jetwing Yala. You'll enjoy services like Swedish massages.

Does Jetwing Yala have a pool?

Jetwing Yala has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 7 AM to 7 PM.

What luxury perks are available at Jetwing Yala?

Jetwing Yala features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. All guestrooms come with memory foam beds, premium bedding and 24-hour room service.

What makes Jetwing Yala a romantic place to stay?

24-hour room service, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Jetwing Yala.

Does Jetwing Yala serve breakfast?

Sure does, buffet brekkie is offered daily from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Jetwing Yala?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Jetwing Yala?

Yep, they've got a poolside bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Jetwing Yala?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Jetwing Yala?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Jetwing Yala Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 124 out of 182 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 182 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 182 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 182 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 182 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

ALISON

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great rooms, staff very friendly. Food was very good. Only thing to note is the horrendous drive up to the hotel! Very bumpy unmade road, very hard in a coach/minibus
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fantastic hotel perfect for safari
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Atapattu

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
The staff was excellent and very accommodating. Rooms are good, the bathroom was little dated …. Not enough lighting
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Antony

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved this hotel, wish we had more time here. Outstanding service, pleasant staff and fantastic surroundings. Our room overlooked the ocean and it was lovely to watch the monkeys bounding on the balcony and the properties. The bathroom had an open air concept and you could look at the stars while you shower. The hotel is built sympathetically to the surroundings. Good choices for breakfast and dinner buffets. Great base for Yala safari. Even with early starts you could request a packed breakfast. Pool area is lovely and we enjoyed drinks at the swim up bar. Cannot recommend this hotel enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Denis, Rockland

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a beautiful hotel / resort. To our surprise the beach water is unsafe for swimming but the pool makes up for it and then some. Beautiful grounds, had an elephant at the reception on the first morning before leaving for our safari. The buffet has a huge selection, also à la carte possibilities. We did a couples spa package and that was also great and not ridiculously priced. The only sad thing and this is no reflection on the hotel is that if you are going to Yala to see leopards you odds or very slim. There are way too many jeeps that even if a leopard was spotted you would probably not see it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Natalie, Carlton North

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Impressed with the quality of the buffet food. A lot of variety. Espresso machine was part of the breakfast buffet. Bathroom was impressive, large area and open, but covered with a roof. We loved it. No mosquitos seen, so a relief. Very happy with every aspect of service. Large, glass, water bottles in the room for drinking. Great location for the safari, very short drive away. Saw an elephant outside the room in the evening. Recommend the hotel and visit again on another visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Asik

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, beautiful room, staff and amenities l. It’s so peaceful here
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is first class, with the beach and a very large pool. Buffet for dinner and breakfast, is as good as anywhere, with Asian and western choices.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ebony

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the property was beautiful, rooms were clean and staff very friendly. we were lucky enough to see an elephant walk through the resort. the resort organised our safari to Yala and its a great experience the driver/guide was very knowledgeable and made the experience. we also did the dune dining experience which was magical and the team made it so special. would recommend this resort and would come back here again
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Anurag

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

David

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Far from 5 star. An average 4 star hotel at best. Good location for Yala but thats it. Nice beach and great pool. Rooms are tired, dull, boring, dirty and the smell from the bathroom is very very unpleasant. Couldn't open the patio door due to tatty rug on floor. Air con dripped onto wall mounted tv and floor. Damp patches on walls. Not great. Food in restaurants good, but waited over an hour for food in fine dining when only two tables. Don't bother with the spa, awful experience. The therapists were as bored as I was with a lacklustre rub down. Industrial air con made sure we had no chance to relax. No great. Must be better places
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Travelled with partner
The hotel is very tired and feels dated, it could do with renovation, painting etc. Good buffet for dinner, great location for Yala safari. Staff are super friendly and accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Georgina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed at Jetwing Yala for three nights and had an amazing experience overall. The hotel itself is beautiful, with a stunning pool that’s perfect for cooling off in the heat. Even though Yala National Park was closed for the first couple of days, it was still lovely to relax around the hotel and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. The location is incredible, right on the beach. You can even join an early morning walk with the lifeguard, which was such a nice touch. The staff throughout the hotel were genuinely lovely and always happy to help. One of the absolute highlights was the wildlife. A bull elephant visited the hotel twice during our stay once at night and once in the morning which was honestly the best experience ever. The naturalists were always present, making sure everyone was safe, answering questions, and sharing so much knowledge. We did a half-day guided safari organised by the hotel and would definitely recommend going with a guide. Even though we didn’t see a leopard, the naturalists and jeep drivers were so dedicated and made the experience amazing. We saw baby elephants, crocodiles, deer, and even a sloth bear. They even set off early so we were at the front of the queue entering the park. The food experience was mixed. For the first couple of nights breakfast and dinner were à la carte, and the dishes were exceptional. Later it changed to a buffet, which personally I don’t enjoy as much, as it feels a bit more rushed and less relaxed. Not sure why the
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simran

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Had a wonderful stay at Jetwing Yala! The reception staff were exceptionally helpful and welcoming, making check-in smooth and pleasant. The evening food offerings were generous and delicious, with plenty of variety. Rooms very clean & spacious. A great experience overall — highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Dhaval

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Well made resort and warm feeling.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Outstanding hotel! Loved everything about it. We were visiting for 1 night to do the safari (which was also fab) but wished we stayed another night just to chillax!! Was nicely surprised that their dining prices were no more expensive (in fact cheaper in some cases) than other equivalent properties in Sri Lanka given the remoteness & no other options! Food & staff were great. Lovely pool. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Rozana

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The location was excellent being near the Yalanational park , but I did not like the appearance nor the rooms of the property. The charge was high for such a basic type of property
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room is spacious and clean. Food is good. Breakfast offers a wide variety, and each item is clearly explained. The safari is well organized! The swimming size is a delight, especially if you enjoy swimming a good distance. Beautifully landscaped near the ocean. The beach is beautiful with many dunes!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dominique

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding place , great service, massage and dining
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jehan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms, food and staff were excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Couldn’t fall a thing, the food, staff, room, people and pool were incredible. 100% only ever staying at a Jetwing property ever again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Akushla

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025