Walawegama Udawalawa, 70000 Udawalawe, Sri Lanka
#18 of 58 hotels in Udawalawe
Guests' ChoiceBased on 103 hotel reviews
9.0Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.1
Location
9.0
Facilities
8.9
Staff
9.7
Value for money
9.2
Free WiFi
6.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 15 May 2024
Kasun
Sri LankaAdditional payments when we pay through the vias or master card Extra 3%
The environment was really natural and cool. The room space and the beds are really comfortable than we have expected. We have exited with the surprise they have made for us for our anniversary. Thank you so much for the excellent service extended. Awaiting for the next visit too Keep it up
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 14 May 2024
Anirban
IndiaNothing as such
Excellent staffs, good clean rooms, food is ok
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 20 April 2024
Suwan
Sri LankaIt will be more comfortable if you can put a more thick shower curtain to the washroom 😜
It’s a nature friendly location and a very convenient. They warmly welcomed us and treated us very nicely during our stay at Hantara; not like other places in the area.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 20 April 2024
Amirthalingam
Sri LankaNothing
Excellentt
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 12 April 2024
Laura
United KingdomOnly has 2 double beds so if more than 4 people be aware
Great location near the entrance to Udawalawe. Outside bathroom was great when showering before safari in the dark. They did us a packed breakfast for safari. Lovely people, organised our safari and onward transfer
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 2 April 2024
Lemos
United Arab EmiratesEverything was perfect.
Really nice hotel in a beautiful garden. We enjoyed the exterior bathroom a lot! The beds and the room was really comfortable. The staff is lovely. And the location is perfect, really close to Udalawawe park. Very good breakfast and dinner.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 28 March 2024
Ida
SwedenI’m very happy with my stay here during my time in Udawalawe. The staff were very nice and I also met the owners who were so sweet and kind to me. The room was nice and big.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 28 March 2024
Nick
United KingdomExcellent and truly magical experience. We stayed in the jungle canopy lodges - the design and location of these are incredible. Attentive and wonderful staff. Do not hesitate to book this - our only regret was not staying longer. The pictures simply do not do it justice
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 26 March 2024
Anna
United KingdomThe air con was quite noisy and the outside shower was a bit of a dribble.
It's a beautiful location and the staff were very attentive. They organised a tour for Udawalawe, and our tour guide was exceptional. He stopped to show us small things when other jeeps zipped by, like a gecko and some beautiful rare birds. The meal in the evening was delicious. We had kottu and devilled chicken between us. On arrival, we had a little daylight left, and the owner organised a tuk tuk to take us to a local temple where there were very few tourists, which we really appreciated.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 24 March 2024
Jerome
Austrianatural , authentic, fits well into surroundings
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 16 March 2024
Thomas
GermanyToo many mosquittos, last 200m are not feasible with a low car.
The host was very forthcoming wether we would like a breakfast package for our safari or take breakfast after the safari.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 15 March 2024
Maiwenn
FranceBeautiful place, the rooms and bathrooms were clean, spacious and comfortable. The staff were really nice. One of the staff took us to the river and had show us where to swim and he was really nice and smiling. We had such a great time and would recommend to everyone! And they organise everything for the safari tour :)
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 15 March 2024
Christine
MexicoFantastic help from the host. Lovely quiet room, brilliant place. A little out of the way but would highly recommend
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 13 March 2024
Ann
United KingdomJungle location. Isolated. But close to Udawalawa park & orphanage
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 10 March 2024
Aida
Lithuania-
It’s very calm, peaceful, in the nature and the staff was extremely nice! They served us with very tasty food and woke up at 5 to prepare us breakfast for safari.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 2 March 2024
Mara
GermanyThe bungalow was super clean, the shower beautiful, it was quiet and there were many birds around but best about this place is the very kind service crew. They offer what is to offer but without pressure and they give you any info you ask for. We were very happy to stay.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 25 February 2024
Imantha
SingaporeTour: The hotel offers guided tours to nearby attractions like Udawalawe National Park, known for wildlife safaris. Dinner: Guests can enjoy a variety of local and international dishes for dinner, served either buffet-style or à la carte. Breakfast: The breakfast spread includes continental and Sri Lankan options like fresh fruits, pastries, and traditional dishes such as string hoppers.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 21 February 2024
Linda
United KingdomNothing
The staff could not have been more helpful, they could not do enough for you and absolutely made our stay what it was.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 20 February 2024
Ruchika
Swedenvery friendly staff and they organized very good safari tour for me ,food is ddelicious, Room very clean and large bed with balcony.this place highly recommend.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 18 February 2024
Alistair
United KingdomHard to fault only things that would be worth. Mention is the road into property is rough a track. We had a 4x4 so wasn't a big issue
Staff were fantastic food was very nice room had everything you need to be comfortable, air-conditioning very good
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 16 February 2024
Verena
GermanyThe rooms need a little touch up all together. But nothing was bad or not usable. Just not in the best shape anymore.
Really friendly owner! Nice place in the nature! Really liked the outdoor bathroom and the balcony!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 14 February 2024
Samarawikrama
GermanyGreat accommodation, almost in the middle of the jungle and right next to the national park. We had to leave a day early, the hosts were really nice and understanding!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 6 February 2024
Caroline
NetherlandsNothing
The nice comfortable cottages in the quiet, jungle forrest surrounding. And off course the very nice staff, helping, cooking and talking about their country.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 31 January 2024
Laura
United KingdomThe staff were amazing so helpful and couldn’t do enough for us. The food was so tasty. We were right in the jungle and it felt like a paradise. We were so close to both the safari and the elephant orphanage which they organised for us to go too. Amazing stay would love to go back !
Stayed in January 2024
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