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Luxury
5.0 star property
8.2

Very good

Luxury family-friendly hotel near Udawalawe National Park

An attached winery, a poolside bar, and a terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort. Take some time to relax at the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant, Una Sevana, features international cuisine. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like ecotours. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as shopping on site and a garden.

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

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Super Deluxe Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a desk with a mirror.

Luxury Suite

  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a phone, a wall-mounted light, and a window with blinds.

Grand Suite

  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

About the neighborhood

Located in Udawalawa, Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort is in a rural area and near a boardwalk/promenade. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Udawalawe National Park and Sinharaja Forest Reserve. Tangalle Beach is another place to visit that comes recommended. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Udawalawa travel guide
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912, Thanamalwila Road, Udawalawa

What's nearby

  • An elephant by a riverbank with dense greenery in the background.
    Udawalawe National Park
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Udawalawe Reservoir
    3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Elephant Transit Home
    4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Ridiyagama Safari Park
    42 min drive - 28.7 miles
  • Tangalle Beach
    60 min drive - 45.3 miles

Restaurants

  • Butterfly Restaurant
    2 min drive
  • vibeX
    14 min walk
  • Udawalawe Cafe & Bakery
    2 min drive
  • Craft Tunnel: A Potter’s Retreat
    9 min drive
  • Grand Toscana Restaurant
    3 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour airport pick-up shuttle available on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 for adults and USD 5 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Una Sevana

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Ecotours
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Shopping
  • Winery

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: noon
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 60.00
  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per child: USD 30 (from 5 to 12 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 60.00
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: USD 30 (from 5 to 12 years old)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 10 for adults and USD 5 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 150 per room
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 8 AM to 8 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 8 AM–8 PM.

Is Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: noon. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs on request. A fee of USD 150 per room applies.

Where is Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort located?

Located in a national park, this family-friendly hotel is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Udawalawe National Park.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

7.2

Location

8.4

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 96 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 96 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 96 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 96 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 96 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Feels like you are in the middle of the jungle. Peaceful with lovely pool surrounded by trees. Good food and super helpful staff. Comfortable large room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel and the staff are exceptional. Large room, great options on menu. If you need washing done this is the place. Same day turn around and it comes back smelling amazing. Can’t say enough how wonderful, friendly and helpful the staff are. This is a mist staff hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best places I’ve ever stayed. The staff were wonderful. Rooms spacious and clean. Pool was great and food was lovely. Close to the safari and elephant sanctuary. We stayed with a group of friends and two young toddlers and had a wonderful time. Had all our washing cleaned, treats left in our rooms and balloons for the kids. Just a wonderful and relaxing time. You should really book your this resort.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful hotel with amazing staff. We had a great time
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff always have a smile and will get you anything you need. Nice and clean room and communal areas, good variety of food. Great location if you are visiting for the Safari, only ten minutes up the road. The transition centre, where you can see the young elephants being fed, is even closer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great service and very hospitable team. Secure and convenient location for national park. The bathroom in the standard room is very tired and needs refurbishment
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to relax and enjoy. A convenient location if you’re going for safari in Udawalawe national parks
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay... only down side being we were only there for 2 nights Lovely hotel, with very friendly staff. Rooms great and well appointed.Great setting and relaxing after or before safari. Only bit of advice is dont go too late for breakfast or buffet evening meal, as its all been hoovered up. Would recommend and if we find ourself in same area again, will re book.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay here! The staff were all great, the campus was clean and well taken care of, and our room was very nice. The restaurant breakfast and dinner buffets had a nice variety of food options as well. Watch out for monkeys in the morning - one tried to steal our cream and sugar during morning coffee on the balcony.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Property was hugely convenient for the udawalawe game reserve. The staff were very pleasant. And that was about it…. The hotel was dark, our room was unbelievably dark, and the food was disgusting. Our two meals were inedible. We left a day early.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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6/10 Okay

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was, without question, one of the most disappointing hotel stays I've had in a long time. It's obvious that 10–15 years ago this would have been an incredible place to stay. The setting is fantastic, and you can see glimpses of what the hotel once was. Unfortunately, today it feels like a property that has simply been left to decay. It genuinely has an abandoned atmosphere, with tired rooms, neglected facilities and a complete lack of investment. Charging the prices they do for what is on offer is simply unacceptable. I spent some time walking around the grounds and it was honestly quite sad to see. Large parts of the site felt deserted, with facilities that have clearly been left to rot for years. The old children's playground was particularly striking—it looked like something out of Chernobyl, rusting away and completely forgotten. Rather than feeling like a luxury safari resort, it felt like I was wandering around a hotel that had been slowly abandoned. The biggest let-down, however, was the food. On our first evening, my meal arrived cold. We sent it back expecting it to be reheated properly, only for the chicken to return raw in the middle. That is completely unacceptable and raises serious concerns about the standards in the kitchen. After that experience, we had absolutely no confidence in eating there again and chose to eat outside the hotel for the remainder of our stay. The food quality was poor, and serving a meal cold before then returning it undercooked i
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old and badly maintained hotel !
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

An easy, relaxing base before and after our safari.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Fine
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very dated
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful time and experience here. The staff were above and beyond, the amenities were also really nice. We enjoyed the restaurant and bar and the food.
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff great safari clean property but food was poor
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is a relaxed good maintaned hotel. We were in the governors Suite and really liked it!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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6/10 Okay

We
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Familystay

The rooms where big and nice. The bathrooms where very small and the bathtub got stains. Poolarea was clean but it would have been nice with a deck to walk on instead of old grass and dirt. Diningarea was not cozy at all. Good for a short stay when you go on safaris etc.
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
great pool close enough to national park but hotel is a little tired
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stort rum och stort poolområde! Bra läge till nationalparken.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Trevliga rum och fin pool. Rätt dålig frukost för oss västerlänningar.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Vi blev tildelt et andet værelse end det vi havde booket. Det var fugtigt (synligt på væggen og lugtede også), mørkt og beskidt. Det virkede til at værelserne i den nye del af resortet var i bedre stand! Der blev ikke gjort noget ved vores klage ift værelsesskift. Personalet var generelt venlige, men selve værelserne og faciliteterne trænger til en kærlig hånd.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025