Uga Chena Huts - Yala - All Inclusive

The pictures certainly did not do Uga Chena justice - this hotel is remarkable! The "huts" strike the perfect balance between luxury and the natural "safari" experience. The food, drinks, and service was also incredible!

Only that we didn't have enough time there!

Everything was outstanding - the service, the accommodation, the food and the people! Big thanks to Yassi, our ranger, who was very knowledgable and made our game drives really enjoyable. Also our waiter Nuwan was amazing and knew our preferences by day 2.

Everything! The food is incredible. The staff are so welcoming, the huts are simply perfect.And the safari game drives were amazing. The rangers are extremely knowledgable, you’ll see countless birds, lizards, deer, monkeys, buffalo and if your lucky a couple of Elephants and maybe even a leopard.Would 1000% book again.

Nothing it was perfect

Absolutely incredible place in a beautiful setting overlooking the sea and in the buffer zone of Yala national park, amazing wildlife around the hotel as well as on safari. The staff were all so kind and helpful and the food was incredible, the best we have had in Sri Lanka and a fantastic variety! All meals, drinks and safari are included, a very special place!

Everything! Exclusive and exquisite. This rates as one of the best places I’ve ever stayed. The location, the rooms, the staff were all outstanding. And the food…. Oh my, truly outstanding. And travelling with to young kids nothing was too much trouble for the staff. Everything was fabulous.

Nothing. There was nothing to fault at all.

The staff is incredibly friendly, they anticipate your needs, they remember anything you tell them once, they try to make your experience as nice and as complete as possible. The rangers are passionate and truly want the best for you. The Chef is exceptional and the food is excellent. The rooms are beautiful and spacious with a great decoration.

Facilities include a leisure swimming pool and a spa, but not much beyond that. Of course, the main attraction is the safari and you can do as many as two a day. However, I still believe that the price of stay is slightly too high for what you get, which I find, is a common problem in Sri Lanka and the pain of paying above what you get is only lessened by the extraordinary kindness of people.

All inclusive meant all inclusive. Staff is absolutely amazing they cater to your every need and serve with a smile. It really feels like they all enjoy their jobs. Everyone is filled with joy and smiles

The road to get there is quite difficult, and in the bar area there is no music

The service is impeccable, the huts are so beautiful and extremely private. The chef requires a special mention because the food was sensational

On our safari our driver got stuck in the mud and after all pitching in to try and get it going again we ended up waiting 2 hours to be rescued, following that the vehicle broke down and we waited 30 minutes for the tow truck to come back and rescue us again. We were meant to be on Safari for 3 hours but left at 6 and didn’t get back until 12. Fortunately the hotel gave our driver lunch because at this point he had been waiting 2 hours. It wasn’t the best way to round up such a delightful stay but it was and experience to say the least and the staff were very apologetic. Disappointed we missed out on half of our last safari trip though. Also be sure to wear bug spray!!!

we had one night at this beautiful hotel, unfortunately is was raining a lot that day so we also didn’t could go to the safari that was planned or enjoy the pool, of cause that isn’t the staffs fault cause no one can control the weather, it was just a shame, instead they offered us both an hour of massage so that was very nice - good service

Surrounded by a wonderful landscape, room very spacious, food was good, the service was very good

A superb property to stay at in a great location for visiting Yala National Park. The food was excellent and of the highest quality. Staff were friendly, professional and provided a wonderful service. The room was something else, private, peaceful, vast with plenty of space inside and out, and a super comfortable bed.

The guide on our safari trips was condescending and a bit rude, in stark contrast to the other staff.

Gorgeous location tucked away on a private chunk of land connected to Yala park. The staff are amazing and go out of their way to make sure you are safe and have everything you need. I can’t say enough about the food! We only stayed for one night as we were moving quickly between locations while there, but should have booked minimum 2 nights. Would be perfect location for a honeymoon. Amenities are out of this world. Our guide for the safari was very informative and easy to chat with. I was happy to hear that the company provides the guides who can explain the animals in English, but hire jeeps and drivers from the local villages to distribute the benefits of the tourism dollars around. Would 100% stay again and highly recommend.

Fabulous setting. With very friendly staff. With booking.com you get a daily safari included whilst the tour operators often book 2 per day. Be aware if you cancel you loose the tour which we weren’t aware of and as it was raining heavily we cancelled but as weren’t aware of the policy they did reinstate the tour. Food is lovely and don’t miss sundowners on the beach.

In the busy part of Yala park but they buy tickets online so you do skip the queues

Staff were very polite and friendly. Food and drinks were delicious. We enjoyed the sundowner. Our room was very spacious and beautiful. Buggy service was good. Enjoyed the free laundry service! Salman and team were great. The ranger on the safari tour was very knowledgeable and the driver was so good he spotted both of the leopards before we did. We enjoyed both the morning and afternoon safaris. Overall a very enjoyable stay.

The shower products can be improved. The water bottles (Uga Chena Hut branded) were too hard to open ? These are all very minor things obviously. Everything else was perfect.

Staff were very friendly! Loved the room and amenities… the food was amazing! Just perfect.

We loved everything about the Uga Chena Huts. The location is amazing with an elephant, monkeys and a range of other animals being seen around the property. The food was the best we have had - wonderful chef who changes the menu daily.The staff were exceptional, from our safari guide to the wait staff and room staff. They made our stay!

Nothing, it’s perfect!

Everything was perfect about this place: the room, the view of the room, the service, the food, the people. I am coming back again with family.

Nothing to mention, place is perfect

This place was paradise!I didn’t want to leave! There was an elephant on the beach when we arrived for drinks the late afternoon which was so cool!Food & Drinks 10/10 – this was a la carte, absolutely delicious… it was like dining at a top tier restaurant for breakfast, lunch and dinner!Hotel 10/10 – you are wowed everywhere you turnedRoom/ plunge pool 9.5/10 – The pool had leaves and some dirt in it but it was clean enough and refreshing – big enough to do a few laps. The veranda area was comfortable, we spent a lot of time here. The bed… I didn’t want to get out, it was so comfortable! The entire space was clean, smelt like you are in a spa and we were able to hook up our phones to play some music. The mini bar option were exceptional.Safari 10/10 – The safari was fantastic, with certified rangers who were very knowledgeable. They brought food and refreshments, and I think the other cars around us were jealous of our morning feast!The Team 10/10 – I have no words, they were exceptional! To customise your stay I think they ensure they have a member of the team that speaks the guest language, they do take a picture of you with your country flag (just for staff information), as far as I am aware it’s not share externally, but I thought this was a cute touch. They were so accommodating, and made you feel safe at all times – the resort was in the reserve and its open to all animals, so you can see what Yala National Park has install for you! I will definitely go back.

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This hotel is amazing, don't think about it, just go! - The staff are the kindest and most attentive we've met. They anticipate, adapt, are proactive and are exceptionally kind. Whether it's the waiters (special thanks to the king of kings Chinthaka but also to Nuwan & Chamara), the Rangers and their detailed explanations, the cleaning staff or the reception staff, they make the experience truly unique. - The food is delicious and varied. You'll find great Western and local dishes on the menu at every meal. Special thanks to the chef for his special creations. - the individual huts are magnificent, clean and very pleasant. - the safaris are very interesting and you can see dozens of animals (elephants, crocodiles, leopards etc) in sumptuous landscapes. - finally, thank you again to the staff for all the little personal touches and activities they offered us. In short, everything was perfect, you don't have to think about anything and just enjoy this timeless place.

This place is a once in a lifetime experience. We stayed for 2 nights on our honeymoon and it’s something we will cherish forever. It’s expensive, but the service from the staff, the quality of the room and the safaris are worth it. They make you feel special from the moment you arrive right until you leave. If you’re considering booking here, just splurge its worth it. Shoutout to the staff here, the best we had in Sri Lanka at any hotel. Everyone is so kind the drinks/food/cocktails everything is amazing.

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