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Reviews of Induwara Safari Resort

No.28, Susil Mawatha, Udawalawe Susil Mawatha, 70190 Udawalawe, Sri Lanka

#18 of 137 hotels in Udawalawe

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Review score

Based on 40 hotel reviews

9.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.6

  • Comfort

    9.6

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    9.4

  • Staff

    10.0

  • Value for money

    10.0

  • Free WiFi

    5.0

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  • Reviewed: 20 March 2024

    10
    Must visit homestay with very friendly family
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    We loved the homestay and felt really welcomed by the owner and his family. It's a nice place to stay for 2 nights to feel relaxed when roadtripping. We had the best driver for our 8 hour safari, enjoyed the breakfast, lunch and homemade sri lankan dinner. If you want to try a good Ayurvedic massage, ask for it though the owner and he will guide you to his friend, who offers the best treatment. Also a short visit to the elephant orphanage nearby was worth seeing, and you support the orginasation to continue the care taking. Loved this stay, and would come back!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 March 2024

    10
    Great price/value and very nice people and good breakfast
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The AC wasn't cooling ideally but it got the job done.

    The rating is based on price/value, not everything was perfect for the price there is not much to complain about. Super kind and friendly people and the place covered all of our needs for the 1 night stay. They also offer safari tours, which we didn't know about before, so you may consider that before booking a tour somewhere else. Breakfast was also nice with various things and we were definitely full and satisfied after it.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 March 2024

    10
    The accomodation for your safari
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    If you want so stay in Udawalawa and do a safari, look no further.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 March 2024

    9.0
    Very nice place to stay for a safari!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Room was comfy, clean and nice, although the bathroom door got stucked :) (minor issue) Near by the neighbours were burning a lot of trashes, the smoke was unpleasent but it seems to be everywhere.... Haritha made my wishes come true. When I arrived, I didn't have yet safari booked but already for the next day I could join shared safari. Super great! I stayed 4 nighs, maybe 2-3 could have been enough. Haritha mentioned the near by baby elephant rehabilitation center which was nice addition. He also offered his bike for me to ride which I didn't, because I was a bit afraid to ride on the roads so I was walking. I also requested to have a mango juice without knowing it's not the season yet so he went all over the city to look mangos for me. And he found too :) It was super delicious juice, but remember to say no sugar, if you don't want added sugar. Otherwise sugar is added to juices, (what I cannot understand, why?) That seems to be here in Sri Lanka also like a habit. Overall I had beautiful time on resort! Thank you very much!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The owners of the accommodation are very friendly and helpful. The rooms are absolutely comfortable. The home-cooked food is also great. I booked the accommodation because of the good reviews of the safari and I can only agree with these reviews. The owner of the accommodation does the safaris himself and demonstrates a great feeling and knowledge of the animals. I can really recommend the safari.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 March 2024

    10
    Excellent accommodation!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We were rather surprised with the 10 % service charge added to the room price. We think it's well deserved, but have never seen a charge like this on a room price and would have liked to have known about this beforehand.

    We absolutely loved our stay at Induwara Safari Resort. The hosts are really nice and helpful. We booked a private safari with them and it was amazing. The room was basic, but comfortable, with a nice bed. The bathroom was nice, an excellent shower and also the wifi worked properly which seems to be quite rare in Sri Lanka😆. Lastly the location of the resort is perfect, nice and quiet.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 February 2024

    10
    Great safari and great room
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    One of the cleanest accommodations I have seen in Sri Lanka. I went on a half day safari with the owner, which was a great experience at a affordable price. I highly recommend this safari and the accommodation!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 February 2024

    9.0
    Spotlessly clean and a lovely stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Slightly far from the attractions like the elephant orphanage and main town, but if you’re there just for the safari they pick you up at the hotel anyway.

    My favourite guesthouse bedroom in all of Sri Lanka! The room was spotless, the shower was lovely and I really enjoyed having dinner with the other guests. The hosts sorted my safari and I found this place so relaxing. Well worth the money!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 January 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Excellent host. Breakfast and paid meals were huge. Great value.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 January 2024

    10
    Best stay for elephant safari
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We stayed here for 2 nights. The host is very friendly and answers every question. When we arrived we got a freshly made watermelon juice. Our room was very clean and cozy and we had a nice bathroom. There's a food menu, where you can choose between different dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The food is freshly cooked by the mother of the host and was very delicious. Really authentic Sri Lankan Food. We booked a Safari for the next day. We could choose between different time slots for the safari - 3,4,6,8 or 12 hours. We chose 6 hours and got picked up at 05.30 am. It was a private Safari Tour, so the Safari Jeep was only for my husband and me. Our host prepared a picnic basket with breakfast for us. After 3 hours we stopped at a really nice place and ate breakfast. The Safari Tour in Udawalawa Nation Park was insane! We saw a lot of elephants as well as many other different animals. We had dinner two times at the accomodation and it was really good. I can definitely recommend this place if you plan to go on an elephant Safari at Udawalawa National Park.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 January 2024

    10
    Excellent experience
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We had an excellent stay. The accommodation is very affordable, clean and has brilliant facilities! The safari is a must do! The guide was brilliant and we saw so many different animals- he definitely knew his stuff

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 January 2024

    10
    Great
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Kindness of the host, property, nice bathroom, organisation of the safari with the host as driver that has shown us lots of animals

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 December 2023

    10
    Perfect stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    It was fantastic. Haritha and his family were absolutely welcoming and it was a pleasure staying with them. The food was delicious and the Safari amazing.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 December 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nice and friendly owner, cute and clean room with a big bathroom, very good breakfast (both packed for a safari trip and in the accomodation), big and tasty homemade dinner and great safari experience with the owner as a guide

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 December 2023

    10
    A gem of a place for those desiring a clean, comfortable, and reasonably priced location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing, absolutely nothing.

    We were four of us and we stayed in a family room with two large beds. The room was quite spacious and the beds were very comfortable and room and bathroom were clean. We had ordered ahead for dinner. The meal was one of the best we have had. We are Sri Lankans living in the USA and we know what good Sri Lankan food is. Very authentic. The soft drinks they had made and the desserts (watalappan and curd) were simply fantastic. Harith, the co-owner and our host, was professional, courteous, and extremely helpful. We used his jeep to go on a safari early morning. Again, he did not disappoint us. Induruwa Safari Resort is one of the true gems for anyone who wants to stay at a clean, comfortable, and reasonably priced location.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 December 2023

    10
    Magical safari experience and delicious meals
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are mosquitoes about, which is not the fault of the hosts, but we recommend that you bring insect repellent

    Haritha and his wife were wonderful hosts. We really enjoyed the delicious home cooked meals and the portions were very generous. The room was simple but clean and had a lovely outdoor patio space. However, the highlight was the safari experience with Haritha as our guide. He was so knowledgeable and we had an amazing day deep in the park where we saw a huge diversity of wildlife. We recommend that you opt for all day safari to really make the most of your experience.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 December 2023

    10
    The perfect stay for your Safari tour.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    -

    The perfect stay for your Safari tour. Hosts are friendly, rooms are clean. You will have full service during your stay. Best.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 December 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    The host was nice. The food was delicious. The room was clean. The shower was warm. Best wifi we had in Sri Lanka. You can book in the resort safaris in Udawalawe National Park and Yala National Park.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 December 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very nice host, who helped us with everything we needed: dinner, beer, Safari and onward transportation. He even invited us to his birthday lunch! Really a very nice guy to stay with!

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 October 2023

    9.0
    Perfect
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A chair in the room would be welcome, and also a place to hang your clothes.

    Very friendly couple running this place. Nice meals and Safari. Spacious and clean rooms.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 October 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The stay was very pleasant, room clean and comfortable. The owner took us to safari, it was very nice and adventurous trip! Recommend this place for sure!

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 September 2023

    10
    Great host and good value for money!
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Haritha was one of the best hosts we have ever had! He organised all our safari trips and joined us to make sure we had the best experience. Would absolutely recommend going here!!

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 May 2023

    10
    10/10! We can’t wait to come back
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    n/a

    The food was exceptional. One of the best selection of curries we had whilst in Sri Lanka. The family who own the resort are super cute. They welcomed us with fresh juice and there was cold bottled water in the rooms which was a lovely touch. They organised the safari for us which was awesome! We seen so many elephants really close up and it was a great experience we’ll remember forever.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 December 2022

    10
    Amazing place ...❤
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Induwara safari resort, that was amazing stay for me,really relax place,foods are delicious,room was very clean and comfortable,private bathrooms with hot water and modern facilitys, very speed wifi,staff very kindly and helpful. Another day morning safari very amazing,knowledgeable driver,6 hours safari with lunch included this very reasonable price, I really enjoyed my safari , I will come again . Special thanks host Haritha. Absolutely recommend this place 10/10 ❤

    Stayed in December 2022

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