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Mansala Safari House

3.0 star property
A peaceful garden retreat awaits near Udawalawe National Park, offering travelers a perfect balance of relaxation and adventure with essential comforts

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Deluxe Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Garden View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated, desk - Mansala Safari House (Udawalawa)
Mansala Safari House combines outdoor beauty with practical amenities. Travelers can start their day with free breakfast, stay connected with WiFi, and unwind on the garden terrace between explorations of the nearby Udawalawe National Park.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
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(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Garden View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated, desk

Deluxe Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Quadruple Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated, desk

Deluxe Quadruple Room

  • Garden view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Udawalawa is home to Mansala Safari House. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Udawalawe National Park and Sinharaja Forest Reserve. Horton Plains National Park is another place to visit that comes recommended. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Timbulketiya travel guide
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Thimbolketiya,colombageare, Udawalawa, SG, 70190

What's nearby

  • Udawalawe National Park
    Udawalawe National Park
    4 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Elephant Transit Home
    6 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Sankhapala Raja Maha Viharaya & Phussadewa Tomb
    7 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Mau Ara Lake
    22 min drive - 14.6 miles
  • Tangalle Beach
    59 min drive - 44.7 miles

Restaurants

  • Elephant Trail Restaurant
    9 min drive
  • vibeX
    5 min walk
  • Butterfly Restaurant
    4 min walk
  • Grand Toscana Restaurant
    4 min drive
  • Frozen Lemon
    10 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Pets stay free

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 70 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 70 (one-way)
  • A kitchen/kitchenette is available for an additional fee

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Mansala Safari House pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Mansala Safari House?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Mansala Safari House?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Mansala Safari House provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 70 per vehicle applies.

Where is Mansala Safari House located?

Situated in Udawalawa, this bed & breakfast is 1.9 mi (3.1 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

Mansala Safari House Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

7.6

Location

10

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very friendly and helpful staff. Good location not far from national park. Bed was comfortable. Wasn't sure about the outdoor bathroom but other people may like it. Basic but functional room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

GRAHAM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We had a fantastic stay here. The house & setting are just beautiful, so peaceful & the hosts are so welcoming & friendly. The bed was so comfortable! We had an evening meal here which was home cooked & delicious. We had an early start the following day for a Jeep safari we’d booked through the hosts & we were sent off with a huge packed breakfast. The safari was fabulous too, the guide was so knowledgeable about Udawele Park. Wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very helpful host organised tours and onward travel. Breakfast and dinner very good. Recommend people take the dinner option.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing family, beautiful room and great location fir safari
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Nova

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely guesthouse with great food

Beautiful small family run hotel with a king bed, strong AC and a nice balcony. It’s lovely and quiet but close to the park and town. The hosts are so lovely and they made us excellent dinner and breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great 1 night stay and did a safari also. The hosts are a wonderful family , very accommodating and provided everything we needed. I highly recommend staying at Mansala safari house and make sure you do a safari whilst there.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had an amazing stay at Mansala Safari House. The hosts are very kind and welcoming, and the house itself is clean and comfortable. The hosts arranged two safaris for us which were both excellent; the driver picked us up directly from the accommodation and was very knowledgeable about the park. We had the car completely to ourselves as well. The hosts provided breakfast in the morning, and also gave us water bottles and coffees for the safaris. During our second day we were reading on the lovely terrace and the host even came up with a fresh mango for us which was delicious. I would absolutely recommend this place to anyone - lovely hosts and a great space!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Quay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for one night for the Safari. The property is well maintained, clean and it is as described. The owner is very responsive, offer good service. We enjoyed the breakfast included in the reservation after the Safari. I would definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matilde

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommend!

Clean and spacious room with AC. Very cozy place in general, nice balcony, beautiful garden. Extremely friendly and kind family! And great food (we had both dinner and breakfast). Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for two nights with Tiron and his family, who could not have done more to make us feel very well looked after. The house is located in a beautiful, peaceful location and we very much enjoyed the beautiful meals cooked for us. Highly recommend.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our hosts were extremely friendly and attentive. We had an issue with the sink in our bathroom and Tiron came to fix it within minutes. We also dined an Mansala House after our safari, the food was fresh and delicious. Tiron also arranged our safari guide who was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful Location and Kind Owner

What a beautiful location and home. The air conditioning was on in the room when I got there which felt amazing in the heat and the owner was extremely welcoming, kind, and helpful. He helped me book a safari tour right away and made me feel extremely comfortable. Outdoor rock shower was very cool and the breakfast was yummy. Would definitely come back!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing stay and wonderful hospitality

We had an amazing stay here. The room was lovely with an outdoor bathroom , a veranda and jungle views with toucans and wildlife in the garden area. The owner and his family were incredibly hospitable, we had juice and lovely cake on arrival, we requested our safari tour and this was organised immediately which we really enjoyed. a fantastic breakfast was served after we returned and then a car organised for our onward destination. Such a lovely experience and would definitely recommend a trip here. i did a lot of research before booking and this paid off.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Warm hospitality close to Udawalwae

A wonderful stay at Mansala, with very friendly and helpful hosts. We had a room with balcony and two double beds for us and our son. The owner was able to arrange our safari, taxi and trip to the Elephant Transit home. All very close by. Excellent communication. They organised some water for the early morning safari and breakfast on our return. Freshly cooked and plentiful breakfast. The family were generous with their hospitality
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Will

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great guesthouse base for Safari

We had a fantastic stay with Tiron and his family, very welcoming and authenticly friendly hosts. Tiron organised 2x safaris over our stay (4 hr PM and 6 hr AM), both of which were really fantastic, we had a private jeep and had amazing experiences with elephants, wild buffalo, crocodiles, deer, mongoose and a load of interesting birds. Tiron was really attentive throughout our stay and always made sure we had bottles of water and was even up with packed lunches for our 5am safari start. We also ate dinner at the house both nights, cooked from scratch by the family - highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Etienne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful family home

Tiron and his family were wonderful hosts. It was lovely to be welcomed into their home so warmly. We didnt have to think about anything during our stay with them. Food was always freshly prepared and ready for us. Tiron organised our safari tour with Devinda who was an excellent guide and driver who seemed to find us all the animals, stopped and waited to let us watch for several minutes. We were often the only ones around. We loved that he was able to share facts and all types of details about what we saw. Excellent english as well. Tiron also helped arrange our onward travel transfers. He was such a helpful and thoughtful host, thank you so much for your kindness!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Manomi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Incredibly nice room, super-friendly hosts, delicious food.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dariusz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect stay

Fantastic room, very friendly and helpful staff, fabulous views from the balcony. Specious, modern bathroom. Great lunch and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bethany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gorgeous spot

Tiron looked after everything, nothing was a problem. Beautiful base to do safari's & the food was incredible.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Tegan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One of our favourite stays in Sri Lanka! Lovely family run accommodation in a quiet area. The family were so welcoming and it was such a pleasure getting to know them. The room was very spacious , clean , nicely decorated and very comfortable. We had dinner and had big portions of delicious , authentic , home cooked food. We also had a lovely traditional Sri Lankan breakfast there. They arranged our morning safari which was so memorable and we had a fantastic guide. We were even given water and iced coffee for the journey! It is excellent value for money and I would recommend this guest house to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent! A friendly helpful host in a charming setting. Lovely dinner and breakfast. An outstanding experience.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly Recommend

I can’t say enough good things about Tiron and his family who run the Mansala Safari Guest House. They set us up with a great safari guide, and cooked up some delicious traditional Sri Lankan food. This stay is a great value for your money and I would highly recommend if you’re planning on visiting Uduwalawa.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice property

Nice property. Quiet leafy location not far from town. Friendly owner and family. Clean sheets/linen and comfortable bed. Quiet a/c and adequate wifi. Excellent breakfast. Only thing lacking was desk/chair and TV in room. I would stay again - good value and convenient to Udawalawa National Park Safari jeeps.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
5 star customer service by this hotel. Tiron informed us before we arrived that there was an issue with the room, so he took the liberty to book us an alternative hotel that turned out to be just as nice as his! Communication was easy with him via WhatsApp, allowing us to easily book a safari the very next morning with a very well spoken and knowledgeable driver/guide. 10/10 would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SYDNEY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing Stay!

Wonderful stay! Rooms are very clean and spacious. There is AC and a fan in the room. We chose to eat dinner at the hotel because there were not many options in the nearby town. The food was amazing and it was a nice experience to have a local home cooked meal. Breakfast was also fantastic. Excellent value for money. We just stayed 1 night and did a sunrise safari in the morning. The hotel also arranged a taxi for us down to Mirissa after our safari tour. 10/10 and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023