Reviews from guests who stayed at this hotel, shared by our hotel supplier. Score based on the latest 68 reviews.
Harvinder
United Kingdom · Group of friends · April 2026
“Unique Jungle location close to Yala”
+Most people coming here will come for the Yala Safari. The reviews were mixed so we took a chance and we're glad we did. So this place has cabins with three sided glass walls in the jungle (with curtains). The rooms are beautiful, bathrooms functional and food was authentic and made well. Yes the reception area is still under construction and the food took a while to come but the staff really care and try hard. The biggest plus point is how close you get to nature.. through our window we saw an iguana, bats and a mongoose. We were close to Yala and were 2nd in the jeep queue that morning due to the location (we recommend leaving the hotel at 4.30am). For a Yala safari location, this is a good place. It's not luxury but has some unique qualities. We ate lunch by the pool and dinner in our rooms. Note that you have to get your driver to message the hotel when you're 10 mins away so the 4x4 can pick you up. The final 1/4 mile is not suitable for regular cars.
−Bathrooms can do with an upgrade.
Thiran
Sri Lanka · Group of friends · March 2026
“🌟 The Ultimate Yala Experience - A Hidden Gem in the Wild! 🌿 Rating: 100%”
+Our stay at Lōwin Yala was simply breathtaking! We’ve stayed at several places in Yala before, but this was the first time we truly felt the soul of the jungle. If you're looking for peace, luxury, and nature, this is the place! 🦁✨ 🍹 A Refreshing Start The welcome was so warm and loving. We were served a unique welcome drink made of King Coconut (Thambili) mixed with lime and sugar, topped with fresh strawberry slices 🍓🍋. It was so refreshing that it felt like our minds just paused for a moment! 🛣️ The Mystery Jungle Walk After check-in, we were led through a 50-meter path into the thick jungle. The way is designed so you can’t see the rooms until the very end, which created such a sense of mystery and excitement 🌳🚶♂️. 🪵 Luxury Meets Nature (Wild Culture Theme) When we finally saw our room, we were speechless! 😲 Design: The "Wild Culture" theme is stunning. The room is huge, with beautiful wooden floors and a private outdoor deck with a table and chairs 🪵🪑. The View: The room is designed so you can see the entire jungle even while lying on the Master King Size Bed. It was magical! 🛏️🍃 Rustic Bathrooms: Even the washroom and shower area are beautifully finished w
Nadeera
Sri Lanka · Couple · March 2026
“🌿 A Magical Escape into the Wild - The Real Essence of Yala! 🌌 Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐”
+🌿 A Magical Escape into the Wild - The Real Essence of Yala! 🌌 Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ If you want to truly feel the heart of the Yala jungle, Lōwin Yala is the only place to be. We have stayed in several hotels in the area before, but this experience was on a whole different level! 🦁✨ 🍹 An Unforgettable Welcome From the moment we arrived, the hospitality was incredibly warm. We were served a Welcome Drink that we’ll never forget,a refreshing mix of King Coconut (Thambili), lime, and sugar, topped with fresh strawberry slices 🍓🍋. It was so delicious, it felt like our minds just stood still for a moment! 🛣️ The Mystery Walk & Wild Culture Design After a quick check-in, we were led to our room. The 50-meter walk from the lobby through the thick jungle was magical and full of suspense because the rooms are hidden until the very last second. 🌳🚶♂️ When we finally saw our room, our jaws dropped! 😲 It is designed under the "Wild Culture" theme and is incredibly spacious. Wooden Luxury: The entire floor is made of wood, and there is a beautiful wooden deck outside with a table and chairs to relax. 🪵🪑 The View: From the Master King Size Bed, the room is designed so you can see
Ishara
United Kingdom · Family · February 2026
“The rooms were spacious, clean, and very comfortable. The area is quiet and pleasant, making it a great place to relax.”
+Excellent location and friendly staff with amazing food
−Nothing
Veronique
Canada · Family · January 2026
“Poor Maintenance, But Friendly Staff”
+A big thumbs up to Sasanka, who warmly welcomed us and remained kind and attentive throughout our short stay. His hospitality was truly appreciated.
−We were really looking forward to our stay at Lowin Yala. Unfortunately, the condition of the property fell far short of our expectations. The “deluxe triple tent” was quite run-down, and the bathroom in particular had significant mold issues. There was also mold on parts of the bedroom curtains. Overall, the place seemed poorly maintained. The pool wasn’t very clean either,while clearly chlorinated, the floor was slippery and felt unkept. The poolside setup was dilapidated and lacked any charm. We were the only guests during our stay, which meant there was no atmosphere at all. During dinner, our two servers stood by and watched us eat, which felt uncomfortable. The dinner itself was just okay,not memorable. As for the takeaway breakfast provided for our safari, it was unfortunately inedible: a warm egg and mayo sandwich, an granola bar, and undrinkable coffee. The only saving grace was the fresh fruit, which was delicious.
salome
France · Couple · January 2026
+The lodge is super cozy, comfortable and the terrace was great.
−Since the hotel is right in the middle of the Park you’ll have few or no options to opt out for the diner / lunch of the hotel that will cost 20$/ menu. The food was good though. The establishment was under construction for the common parts except for the swimming pool. It wasn’t specifically annoying for us but I would have liked to be aware .
Tomas
Lithuania · Solo · January 2026
+Staff was really friedly.
−The stay was meant for two days but after first night of the stay, I decided to leave the place. The night was interesting with mice scratching the roof and sides of the tent, I understand that we in a wild area, but that was a bit too much. The place needs renovation, the wifi is only in reception area, no cell reception.
Nimish
India · Group of friends · January 2026
“Please dont go by the photos. They dont show tbe real condition, the bathrooms are in a very bad condition, they are st”
+The only good part is the location and the food.
−Condition of tne rooms
Mabelie
Netherlands · Family · December 2025
“Overpriced resort completely misled”
−The resort suffered from major damage due to the recent storm. We arrived in a construction area and were not informed beforehand about it. The price was 165 euro for 1 night but there was no place to have dinner or breakfast. The wifi and shower were also not working in our tent and the place is so far away from the next town that we would not have another choice but to eat there . When we tried to make the manager a decent proposal to compensate us and meet half way they refused and we had no other option then to leave. By then it was 18 PM and getting dark. Traveling with 2 kids but not knowing where to sleep is highly uncomfortable. It got even worse when their driver refused to bringing us back to the main road unless we paid 10K LKR. The road to the hotel was not accessible for regular taxi’s. U need a 4WD. In the end he brought us but it was a horrible experience. If they would have been upfront about the state of the property we would not have lost a day traveling all the way to Yala.
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Greece · Family · December 2025
“Really bad value for money”
+Breakfast was excellent. Location was very good. Nature sounds etc.
−Bathroom was bad. Sheets and curtains were torned out and were full of holes. Minimal toilet paper supply. The shower had a malfunctioning drainage system. No WiFi, but that didn’t matter a lot to us. In general, the room was roughly constructed, no decent materials. The pool was full of things that you wouldn’t want to swim with. Overall, really bad value for money…