O2 Villas Yala

Incredible, location, staff, attention, restaurant and food was delicious!!!! It was heaven. So many animals everywhere! Pool and accommodation was divine!

Nothing- it was the best ever!

The villas are very comfortable and are well located. Very calm and the staff were very kind and tried always to help you as much as possible.

We missed a gym and maybe some spa facilities. I assumed it had but otherwise everything was quite good.

The property is an experience itself, amazing views and staff were incredible, always available to assist and nothing was too much - thank you for making our stay memorable

Our 5-night stay at O2 Villas Yala honestly felt less like staying at a hotel and more like being welcomed into a private home by people who genuinely care about your experience. From the moment we arrived, Michael, the manager, made everything feel personal, warm, and effortless. You can really feel that the team takes pride in creating something special here. Every detail was handled with care, and throughout the entire stay we felt looked after in the most natural and thoughtful way. A huge thank you as well to Thilina, Deshan, Suresh, Suraj, Madushanka, Shehan, and Milind — every single one of them was incredibly attentive, kind, and always ready to help with a smile. What stood out most was how genuine everyone was. Nothing felt forced or “hotel scripted.” They remembered our preferences, checked in on us constantly, and made us feel completely relaxed. The villa itself was beautiful — stylish, peaceful, and perfectly designed to blend luxury with nature. The pool overlooking the greenery quickly became one of our favorite spots, especially during sunset after safari days. Everything felt calm, private, and immersive, exactly what you hope for when visiting Yala. One of the most memorable moments of our stay was the romantic dinner under the stars. The setup was beautiful, intimate, and incredibly special. We also absolutely loved the cooking class. It was fun, interactive, and gave us a chance to experience Sri Lankan culture in a more personal way. And the food throughout the stay was exceptional — easily some of the best food we had during our Sri Lanka trip. Every meal felt fresh, flavorful, and thoughtfully prepared. O2 Yala gave us something very rare in travel today: luxury that still feels deeply human and personal. If you are looking for a peaceful, stylish stay near Yala with truly caring hospitality, this place is very special. We already miss the team and hope to come back again someday.