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Located within 8.8 km of Tissa Wewa and 25 km of Situlpawwa, Forestville Yala offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Yala. Featuring a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a children's playground. The villa also provides free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. The villa provides guests with a terrace, pool views, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower and a hair dryer. A toaster, a fridge and stovetop are also featured, as well as a kettle. At the villa complex, all units include bed linen and towels. Guests can enjoy a meal at the on-site family-friendly restaurant, which serves pizza cuisine and also offers vegetarian, vegan and dairy-free options. You can play billiards at the villa, and car hire is available. Barbecue facilities are included and guests can also relax in the garden, beside the pool with a view, or in the shared lounge area. Bundala Bird Sanctuary is 30 km from Forestville Yala, while Kirinda Temple is 4.7 km away. The nearest airport is Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport, 36 km from the accommodation.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Free private parking available on-site

Activities:

Games room

Children's playground

Billiards


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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
5 large double beds
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 3:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
10
High score for Yala
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Michal
    Slovakia Slovakia
    large open space in the living room, clean pool, great care of the host, good kitchen, very helpful.
  • H
    Harsha
    Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
    Amazing open concept villa with amazing staff close to yala national park ... Owner and staff were attentive ans helpful. The kids loved playing in the garden and the large pool was very welcome
  • T
    Thaveen
    Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
    Wonderful stay with nature close to yala national park ...staff and host were very friendly and helpful to take care of everything... Helped up orgenise a Safari to the park at a very affordable rate
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Sabirah and Nasser

9.6
9.6
Host review score
Host review score

Sabirah and Nasser
Forestville is ideal for nature lovers seeking privacy and relaxation. Located just 14 km (20 minutes) from the entrance to the Yala National Park, the Villa provides accommodation for up to 14 guests. The 2 private rooms facing the swimming pool has AC, cable TV, safe locker & en-suit toilets. The upper floor dormitory can accommodate 10 guests with separate shared toilets / shower facilities. Guest can enjoy the private rooftop terrace, swimming pool , large garden and try our local cuisine.
My husband and I are born travelers and have been to more than 30 countries around the world :) .. from Nepal to Cambodia, Morocco, Iceland to all over Europe.. we love nothing more than travelling and meeting new interesting people !! By profession i'm a HR Consultant , jewelry designer and public speaking coach for kids.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Pizza • Seafood • Local • Grill/BBQ
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Dairy-free

Facilities of Forestville Yala
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Breakfast
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Shared kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Tumble dryer
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    • Kitchenette
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Bidet
    • Bath or shower
    • Shared toilet
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Seating Area
    Media & Technology
    • Flat-screen TV
    • Cable channels
    • Satellite channels
    • DVD player
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Drying rack for clothing
    • Clothes rack
    • Mosquito net
    • Tile/marble floor
    • Private entrance
    • Fan
    • Ironing facilities
    • Iron
    Outdoors
    • Picnic area
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Barbecue
    • Private pool
    • BBQ facilities
    • Terrace
    • Garden
    Common areas
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Games room
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Pool with view
    Food & Drink
    • Fruits
      Additional charge
    • Kid meals
      Additional charge
    • Grocery deliveries
      Additional charge
    • Special diet menus (on request)
    • Packed lunches
    • Breakfast in the room
    • Restaurant
    • Tea/Coffee maker
    Activities
    • Billiards
    Outdoor & View
    • Pool view
    • Garden view
    • View
    Transport
    • Car hire
    • Airport shuttle
    Reception services
    • Lockers
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Concierge service
    • Luggage storage
    • Tour desk
    • Express check-in/check-out
    • 24-hour front desk
    Entertainment and family services
    • Board games/puzzles
    • Board games/puzzles
    • Children's playground
    Cleaning services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Miscellaneous
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Family rooms
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • Smoke alarms
    • 24-hour security
    • Safety deposit box
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Forestville Yala takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 13:00 to 21:00

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

    Check-out

    From 00:00 to 10:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Cot upon request
    Free

    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    There is no capacity for extra beds at this property.

    The maximum number of cots allowed depends on the room you choose. Please check the maximum capacity for the room you selected.

    All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash Forestville Yala accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 06:00.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform Forestville Yala in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 06:00:00.

    In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about Forestville Yala

    • Yes, Forestville Yala is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Forestville Yala is 14.9 miles from the centre of Yala. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Forestville Yala on this page.

    • The prices at Forestville Yala may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Check-in at Forestville Yala is from 13:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Forestville Yala has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant

    • Forestville Yala offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Children's playground
      • Billiards
      • Games room
      • Swimming Pool

    • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Forestville Yala (subject to availability). These can accommodate:

      • 14 guests
      • 4 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Forestville Yala (subject to availability). These have:

      • 2 bedrooms
      • 3 bedrooms

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • Yes, there is a private pool. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Forestville Yala on this page.