Yala Ying Yang Hostel & Camping

Hostel/Backpacker accommodationGurugoda, Palatupana, Kirinda, Yala, Sri Lanka, YalaShow on map

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Top rated

Guests rate it highest for cleanliness, food and amenities.

Check-in from 1:00 PMCheck-out by 12:00 PM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
Very good locationGuests rate the location 8.2 out of 10, at Gurugoda, Palatupana, Kirinda, Yala, Sri Lanka.
Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.

Close to Nature and Beach Located just 500 meters from Palatupana Beach, Yala Jungle Beach Hostel offers a serene escape surrounded by nature.

Relaxing Atmosphere and Activities Enjoy a peaceful stay with a garden, karaoke, and billiards available on-site. The hostel also offers room service and car hire for your convenience.

Delicious Dining Options Start your day right with a choice of À la carte or Full English/Irish breakfast served every morning.

Book your stay at Yala Jungle Beach Hostel for a memorable nature retreat by the beach.

What this place offers

Parking
Free Parking
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Garden
BBQ facilities
Airport shuttle
Safety deposit box

Rooms

9.0

Top rated

Rated 9.0 out of 10 by 38 guests who stayed here.

Cleanliness9.1
Service9.1
Location8.2
Rooms9.1
Amenities9.1
Value9.1
Food & drink9.1

Guests mention

CleanlinessServiceAmenitiesFood and Beverage

Nalaka PriyanthaLK
July 2026Family
Very good accommodation near Yala National Park.
Yala Ying Yang Hostel & Camping is situated 7.5 km from the entrance of Yala National Park. It has basic facilities. If you want a wilder experience, it is an ideal place. The staff is friendly and hospitable. Meals were…
KateAustralia
May 2026Couple
Once in a lifetime
The manager Dimu was so kind, he was always making sure we had everything we needed. He showed us around areas with wild crocodile and water buffalo and showed us the town. He’s really nice and the food he brought us was…
LinaGermany
April 2026Solo traveller
Thank you very much, I enjoyed staying with you ♥️
MatiasArgentina
April 2026Group
Muy bueno
Nada
VaclavCzech Republic
February 2026Family
An awesome place to stay at Yala!
This hostel was everything we wanted it to be! Right on the edge of Yala National Park, surrounded by wild nature... The nice man running the place took us for an evening walk and also a morning walk, showing us a pond…
NadavIsrael
August 2025Solo traveller
Very nice place with a very good staff
It’s very nice and peaceful. Everything is very clean and they serve very nice food. You can see a lot of wildlife in the area of the hostel. They have a pool table!
It’s really out in the Wilderness so it may be…

Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated December 2025.

Where you’ll be

Gurugoda, Palatupana, Kirinda, Yala, Sri Lanka, Yala

Guests rate the location 8.2 out of 10 — very good.

Things to know

Cancellation

Each room shows its own terms before you pay.

Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.

Non-refundable rates are marked as such.

House rules

Check-in from 1:00 PM until 09:00 PM

Check-out by 12:00 PM

Children welcome

No pets

Free parking on site

Payment & property

Paid when you book, not at the desk.

Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.

The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties. A deposit may be required at the property.

What we’d check for you here

That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.

Questions about Yala Ying Yang Hostel & Camping

What time is check-in and check-out at Yala Ying Yang Hostel & Camping?

Check-in is from 1:00 PM. Check-out is by 12:00 PM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.

Does Yala Ying Yang Hostel & Camping allow pets?

No — the property states that pets are not allowed.

Is there parking at Yala Ying Yang Hostel & Camping?

Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.

Is breakfast included at Yala Ying Yang Hostel & Camping?

Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.

Can I check in late at Yala Ying Yang Hostel & Camping?

The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 1:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.

How do I book Yala Ying Yang Hostel & Camping?

Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.

Where is Yala Ying Yang Hostel & Camping?

Gurugoda, Palatupana, Kirinda, Yala, Sri Lanka, Yala.

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