You might be eligible for a Genius discount at Best hostel Yala. To check if a Genius discount is available for your selected dates sign in.
Genius discounts at this property are subject to book dates, stay dates and other available deals.
About this property
Comfortable Accommodation: Best hostel Yala in Tissamaharama offers a hostel with free WiFi, a garden, and complimentary bicycles. Guests enjoy a lounge, shared kitchen, and private parking. Convenient Facilities: The property provides a paid airport shuttle service, housekeeping, luggage storage, and a washing machine. Additional amenities include a dining area, work desk, and TV. Delicious Breakfast: A variety of breakfast options are available, including continental, full English/Irish, and Asian with pancakes. Local Attractions: Located 28 km from Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport, the hostel is a 17-minute walk from Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara. Nearby attractions include Tissa Wewa (2 km) and Bundala Bird Sanctuary (24 km).
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Breakfast
Sign in, save money

Guest reviews
Categories:
Select topics to read reviews:
Guests who stayed here loved
- Fabian
Switzerland
“Everything worked as it should. You can book a safari tour through the hostel.” - ✨alexia✨
Italy
“Definitely the place to stay if you're in Tissa! Host was super nice and helpfull!” - Laure
France
“Quiet place walking distance from the bus station and city center. Clean. Safari booked with them for a good price.” - Bertie
United Kingdom
“Very nice hostel in quiet location about 10 min walk from bus station. My double room had a large comfortable bed with mosquito net and very effective air conditioning. Pleasant lounge to sit in. Shared bathroom was clean and towels were...” - Rosie
Australia
“Very communicative, genuine hosts. Clean and comfortable and easy walk from bus station. Hostel arranged really good safari. Kind, attentive hostel staff who was up early to make coffee and make sure I got to my safari. Would stay again” - Louise
United Kingdom
“Can not recommend this place enough! Feels more like a home than a hostel, huge dorm rooms, immaculately clean and smells lovely as you walk in. The owner, Pradeep, was really friendly, humble and caring. He arranged my group safari tour of Yala...” - Carles
Spain
“Nimal is such a great guy, he helped me in all that I need, thank you very much!” - Daisy
Hong Kong
“Very friendly staff, clean and comfy bed. The hostel is close to the supermarket, cafe just 5 mins walking distance. dormitory room have fan but no air-conditioning, it's still OK to sleep at night.” - Leander
Germany
“Pradeep is an amazing host. We had great conversations with him and learned a lot. If you want to visit Yala National park, this is your place to stay. He offers a great tour at a fair price, just hit him up and he’ll have you covered. Hostel has...” - Adna
Croatia
“Everything was perfect. The owner was very helpful and gave interesting information about the safari and Sri Lanka. I recommend 100%!”
Property surroundings
House rules
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.