Hilton Yala Resort Recognized as a Top-Rated Hotel in Sri Lanka
Yala, Sri Lanka – June 2026 – Hilton Yala Resort is pleased to announce that it has been recognised in Tripadvisor’s® Travelers’ Choice® Awards for 2026. Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Award winners are among the top 10% of listings worldwide, celebrating businesses that consistently deliver exceptional experiences and receive outstanding traveller reviews.
As the world’s largest travel guidance platform, Tripadvisor has unparalleled authority with travellers. This award is based entirely on genuine feedback from guests who have visited and shared authentic, first-hand reviews over a 12-month period, making it one of the travel industry’s most respected and trusted accolades.
Further reinforcing its position as Sri Lanka’s leading wildlife resort, Hilton Yala Resort has been ranked #8 Best Value of 3,232 places to stay in Sri Lanka on Tripadvisor. Most notably, Hilton Yala is the highest-ranked hotel in Yala, outperforming all other hotels and resorts within the destination and firmly establishing itself as the preferred choice for travellers visiting Sri Lanka’s most celebrated wildlife region.
The award marks the third consecutive year that Hilton Yala Resort has been recognised with Tripadvisor’s prestigious Travelers’ Choice distinction, reflecting the resort’s continued commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences in one of Sri Lanka’s most extraordinary natural settings. This recognition is a testament to the collective efforts of the entire Hilton Yala team in creating memorable stays—from immersive wildlife encounters led by the resort’s internationally trained FGASA-certified and CyberTracker-qualified Rangers’ Team to award-winning Asian-fusion culinary experiences crafted by the resort’s talented Cuisine de Brigade. Every touchpoint is underpinned by the renowned service excellence and hospitality standards for which Hilton is recognised around the world.
“We are honoured to be included among travellers’ favourites this year and to receive the Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Award 2026,” said Sanoj Perera, Director of Marketing & Communication at Hilton Yala Resort. “Travelers’ Choice is one of the most recognised and coveted awards in the travel industry because it is based entirely on genuine guest feedback and experiences. We extend our sincere gratitude to every guest who chose to stay with us and took the time to share their reviews, as well as to our entire team whose dedication, passion, and commitment to hospitality have made this achievement possible. This recognition is incredibly valuable to us because it comes directly from the voices of our guests.”
“Congratulations to Hilton Yala Resort on its recognition in Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Awards for 2026,” said Matt Dacey, Chief Marketing Officer, Tripadvisor. “Ranking among the top percentage of businesses globally means you have made such a memorable impact on your visitors that many of them took time to go online and leave a glowing review about their experience. We hope this recognition continues to drive business to you in 2026 and beyond.”
Located within the buffer zone of Yala National Park and overlooking the Indian Ocean, Hilton Yala Resort offers guests a unique blend of luxury accommodation, wildlife encounters, wellness experiences, destination dining, and conservation-led exploration. As Hilton’s only wildlife resort globally, the property continues to redefine luxury travel in Sri Lanka by creating meaningful connections between guests and one of Asia’s most biodiverse landscapes.
Among more than 3,200 accommodation providers across Sri Lanka, Hilton Yala’s ranking as the #8 Best Value Hotel in the country places the resort among an elite group of top-performing hospitality businesses nationwide. More importantly, as the highest-ranked hotel in Yala and the only property in the destination to be ranked among Sri Lanka’s Top 10 Best Value Hotels, Hilton Yala continues to set the benchmark for guest satisfaction, hospitality excellence, destination experiences, and value within Sri Lanka’s premier wildlife destination.
As the resort continues to evolve its offerings, guests can look forward to enhanced safari experiences, elevated culinary journeys, wellness programmes, marine adventures, and conservation-focused activities designed to create deeper connections with the destination and its extraordinary biodiversity.