Usweliara Road 2066 1/2,Ekamuthugama,Usweliara,, 70190 Udawalawe, Sri Lanka
#33 of 58 hotels in Udawalawe
Guests' ChoiceBased on 42 hotel reviews
8.7Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
9.0
Location
9.0
Facilities
9.0
Staff
9.2
Value for money
9.1
Free WiFi
6.2
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Reviewed: 6 April 2024
Julia
AustraliaSo close to the national park, which made spending the day there really easy. Everyone who works there is so lovely and the pool area is the perfect spot to cool down, read a book and drink a cocktail! You feel as though you are truly in the middle of the jungle, and listening to the birds and watching the animals is perfect.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 1 April 2024
Catherine
United KingdomEle Camp was clean and peaceful, with great staff and a beautiful garden. You can get food and drinks all day and it's a great base for exploring Uda Walalwe
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 28 March 2024
Vinko
AustraliaNot much more to do other than a safari and visit the elephant transit home.
This place is in the middle of nowhere, which is a rarity in Sri Lanka and so good to relax and unwind. The hotel is peaceful and the facilities are amazing. The room had a comfy bed, balcony and room service. The staff were very pleasant, helpful and attentive to guests needs and requests. Be mindful to take everything you need for your stay as there are no stores around to purchase things. The pool was amazing, food delicious and surroundings peaceful.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 21 March 2024
Annika
GermanyNothing
Very welcoming and attentive staff. Breakfast was plenty and delicious. We booked a great Safari through Ele Camp! The Family room (free upgrade :)) was spacious and super comfortable.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 17 March 2024
Julia
United Arab EmiratesEverything was excellent and i exceptional!
absolutely stunning ! it was literally the best hotel we stayed during all of our trip to Sri Lanka! The staff is just unbelievably kind and nice and they made our stay a real dream! Breakfast was amazing, the pool is beautiful, location is just by the national park and on the way we saw the elephants by the road! I have no words! Everything was perfect!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 15 March 2024
Ronja
GermanyWe had a family room which was on top so we had a beautiful view and also the room was quite big. It had windows to every site. Very friendly people and a nice and clean pool. Also for us it was quite nice that they didn’t tried to sell a safari but when we asked for one they have been very friendly and arranged one very spontaneous.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 3 March 2024
Anne
DenmarkBeautiful place, the reception were so helpful. We arrived in the evening and they arranged a safari tour for us the next morning. We also got an upgrade to a bigger room which was beautiful. Really a relaxing place. The waiter at the restaurant was also very accommodating to us. We only had one night but could have easily stayed for more. Big recommend.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 21 February 2024
Monika
Poland.
I wholeheartedly recommend this place. The service is really friendly and helpful, the food is delicious. They organized a safari for us. When there are more people in the center, they organize a delicious buffet for meals. We were with a baby and took wild suite (cabana)- from the terrace we saw a peacock that just came close to the fence.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 14 February 2024
Kristýna
Czech RepublicWe could do without the birds nest on the top of our ceiling, but then, you come to Udawalawe for safari :)
Our stay at Ela Camp Udawalawe was simply perfect. Upon arrival, we received a room upgrade on the house. Our room was beautiful, spacious, with AC and warm water. The staff was extremely kind, attentive and helpful. We also had a very nice breakfast and dinner there. I cannot recommend Ela Camp more, if we ever come back, we will stay only there.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 13 February 2024
Sabine
United KingdomN/A
The room was clean and very comfortable and the food was fantastic as we were lucky to be there at a special evening buffet where the chef showcased Sri Lankan vegetables. It was a very special experience. The manager helped us arrange a safari and a taxi for our onward travels. And overall the best thing about the hotel were the absolutely wonderful staff team. They were extremely attentive, kind and friendly and just the loveliest people and that included everyone from reception to kitchen, cleaning and service team. Thank you so much for making our stay so special.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 5 February 2024
Mette
DenmarkBeautiful place with great views from the family rooms on the second floor.. Very delicious chicken curry and good breakfast.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 25 January 2024
Anders
DenmarkNothing
This place is amazing! Hidden behind the damm and the main road is this very well maintained complex with Excellent rooms, beds, pool and common area. The best rooms we have had so far in this price range. Wonderful host and attendent in restaurant. Great local food. Best recommendations
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 11 January 2024
Jason
United KingdomA lot of ants in the bath room
Great breakfast Tent realy well equipped
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 11 January 2024
Jeppe
DenmarkStaff were very helpful and kind to us.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 10 January 2024
Karin
AustriaWe spent two nights in the chalet - and that made our Udawalawe trip just perfect. The place has everything you need and offers some relaxing time and good food as well as a decent pool before and after the exciting elephant encounters. The interior design is very appealing. And: try a cocktail – the service crew will do everything to surprise you with something special!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 4 December 2023
Philippe
SwitzerlandThe personnel is really nice and helpful, and the kitchen was very good. The kids loved the pool. We recommend to book the family room on the top floor. The kitchen grows partially its own vegetables in the garden. Well hidden and surrounded by lush jungle, as it should be.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 26 November 2023
Philip
United KingdomWe stayed in a cabin by the river which was very comfortable. The food was lovely and all the staff were amazing - so friendly and helpful. The hotel arranged our safari to the N P which was so good. Would love to stay there again!
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 3 April 2023
Esther
United KingdomNothing
We stayed one night and enjoyed a warm welcome and a very comfortable and enjoyable time. The staff were very friendly and helpful when we wanted to arrange transport, leave our bags after checking out and they also offered to do a very late breakfast on our return from an early safari. The hotel is situated perfectly for safari and the elephant transit home. It’s very quiet and peaceful, there is even a big lizard that lives under the pool! We didn’t actually use the pool but it looked nice. The rooms were comfortable. We experienced a power cut overnight but this wasn’t the hotel’s fault. All in all great value for money.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 12 March 2023
Chantal
Switzerlandnothing
staff really friendly and efficient
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 9 March 2023
Sabina
Germanythe staff was really slow and kind of chaotic with the food orders and checking in etc, but really nice
really beautiful rooms for this price.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 22 February 2023
James
United Kingdomgreat value for money, nice staff, perfect place for the safari. not sure you’ll find a better place at the price point.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 6 January 2023
Radim
Czech RepublicThe road to the hotel is not in a good condition, poor breakfast and the pillows can be softer (just detail depends on the taste :)
Location straight in the jungle, very helpful staff, modern interior equipment and clean
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 28 April 2022
Diana
United KingdomClean, idyllic lovely staff. Staff went above and beyond for us, Not much of an atmosphere so one night for us would of been enough however the peace and serenity of the place was lovely
Stayed in April 2022
Reviewed: 25 April 2022
David
Czech Republici must wait for lot of things - bringing a beer, bring adapter was problem for one whole day etc. staffs are trying to give good service, but they have lot things to do better
accomodation in modern climatized cottage, you have feeling living in jungle.
Stayed in April 2022
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