The best available hotels & places to stay near Thenketiya, Sri Lanka

Thenketiya – 1 hotel or place to stay

Tree House 4 Nature Lovers

Located in Udawalawe, 11 km from Udawalawe National Park, Tree House 4 Nature Lovers provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

Priya

From

Austria

Staff was very friendly and helpful. Safari organized by the hotel was great. Food in the restaurant was also very good! So we can truly recommend this place!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 117 reviews

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US$18.21

1 night, 2 adults

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Leel’s Safari Cottage

Udawalawe (Near Thenketiya)

Set in Udawalawe, 12 km from Udawalawe National Park, Leel’s Safari Cottage offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

Ειρηνη

From

Greece

Our stay at Leel's Cottage was nothing short of perfect! The cottage was charming & cozy, offering all the comforts of home in a tranquil setting. The garden's surroundings were peaceful, with stunning views that made every moment special. The hosts were warm and welcoming, ensuring that every detail was taken care of - Especially Leel's mom, will treat you like your own mom! We also loved the food and the thoughtful touches, like the fresh flowers. If you are also interested in Safari, look for no other! Leel, is a truly experienced guide and his eagle eyes will spot all kind of animals, birds & flowers. Overall it was the ideal getaway, and I can't wait to return to for another relaxing stay! Greetings, Vasilis & Eirini from Greece

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 169 reviews

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US$29.97

1 night, 2 adults

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Amba Kola Udawalawa

Udawalawe (Near Thenketiya)

Set in Udawalawe, 8.1 km from Udawalawe National Park, Amba Kola Udawalawa offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

Toby

From

Australia

We had a beautiful stay at Amba Kola, a slice of paradise in the Udawalawa jungle. We originally booked for 1 night but as soon as we arrived we were so warmly welcomed and loved the look and feel so much that we extended our stay. Janik and his family were incredible hosts, they treated us like family. Amba Kola is perfectly located on the edge of the National Park, which made it super easy to access safari tours. Tours are available to book onsite with their recommended tour guide, who we found to be so helpful, spoke very good English, and was amazing at spotting all of the wildlife on safari and relaying information. We saw many elephants as well as peacocks, deer, crocodiles, chameleons, iguanas, and so many different species of birdlife. Our room at Amba Kola was very relaxing and comfortable, we really loved the extra touch of an outdoor shower. We had the best food of our whole trip during our stay here, it truly was amazing. Janik’s mother, Mama Swarna, makes beautiful authentic home cooked meals, made from home grown and locally sourced fresh ingredients, and served with love. We have not stoped raving about it yet! Mama Swarna is a top rated cook and also offers traditional cooking classes. Janik, Greshan, and Sanju were so warm and friendly from the moment we arrived. Some of the most generous and happiest people we have met. They went out of their way to show us many of the local sights, and were always checking in on us with a smile to make sure we had everything we needed during our stay. We loved spending time petting and playing with their lovely dogs and cats, chilling in the beautiful garden, and enjoying a cool beer of an afternoon while playing a game of chess before dinner. We would not change a thing about our stay, every aspect was tastefully thought out and we enjoyed every moment, but the thing that really stood out and made our experience so special was being treated as part of this beautiful family.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 125 reviews

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US$46.80

1 night, 2 adults

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Ali Weta Safari Resort

Udawalawe (Near Thenketiya)

Set in Udawalawe, 7 km from Udawalawe National Park, Ali Weta Safari Resort offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

Josep Oriol

From

Spain

Amazing stay close to Udawalawe park entrance. Nice pool, dinner... and staff was superb!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3

Superb - What previous guests thought, 333 reviews

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US$27

1 night, 2 adults

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Wild Lake Side

Udawalawe (Near Thenketiya)

Situated in Udawalawe, 12 km from Udawalawe National Park, Wild Lake Side features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant.

Gioulia

From

Greece

The location is incredible!amazing experience!Mali and his brother are very polite and helpful with everything we needed!the place is super clean!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 274 reviews

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US$36

1 night, 2 adults

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Vimanra Udawalawa

Udawalawe (Near Thenketiya)

Set in Udawalawe, 20 km from Udawalawe National Park, Vimanra Udawalawa offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

Tobin

From

Canada

Vimanra resort was an oasis of beauty, just outside of Udawalawe town. It is perhaps the nicest place our family of five has stayed in, made accessible by its reasonable prices. We really loved the huge family room, and the triple room was also well appointed. There are two big highlights to this property. The first is the host, who was very helpful in arranging a great safari and onward transportation for a reasonable price, and who added touches of luxury to the meals and rooms. The second is the wonderful property, with an infinity pool surrounded by trees where birds play, and looks out to the river beyond. The porch was the ideal spot to linger during a meal to enjoy the beautiful surroundings. Our kids were disappointed that our stay wasn't longer! The rooms had everything we needed for a great sleep. The location away from the main road meant that it was peaceful and quiet, and we had no reason to go to town because we ate the delicious food at Vimanra. Highly recommended.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 289 reviews

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US$30

1 night, 2 adults

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Jungle Paradise

Udawalawe (Near Thenketiya)

Set in Udawalawe, 11 km from Udawalawe National Park, Jungle Paradise offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden.

Lisa

From

Sweden

Best hotel on our 3-week trip! Staff Chanucka was amazing and made our stay perfect. Small kitchen, but the best rice & curry we have had!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 749 reviews

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US$61.03

1 night, 2 adults

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Hotel Gayan's

Udawalawe (Near Thenketiya)

Offering a restaurant, Hotel Gayan's provides free WiFi access in its public areas. The Udawalawa National Park entrance is just a minute drive away.

Artur

From

Poland

Clean big room, very close to the Park. Great breakfast

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 154 reviews

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US$21.60

1 night, 2 adults

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Riverside Bird Paradise

Udawalawe (Near Thenketiya)

Located in Udawalawe, 50 km from Tangalle Lagoon, Riverside Bird Paradise provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

Tara

From

United Kingdom

Wonderful dinner and breakfast. Comfortable sunbeds. Beautiful cabins in a beautiful setting. The safari was wonderful.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Price from

US$36

1 night, 2 adults

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Serene Retreat Udawalawa

Udawalawe (Near Thenketiya)

Serene Retreat Udawalawa features an outdoor swimming pool, shared lounge, a restaurant and bar in Udawalawe.

Olivia

From

Belgium

A True Hidden Gem – Absolutely Worth Staying! From the moment I arrived, I was welcomed with incredibly warm hospitality. The owner and staff went above and beyond to make me feel at home – truly attentive and caring. My room was huge, beautifully decorated, and exceptionally clean. It had both air conditioning and a fan, ensuring comfort at all times. The bathroom was impressively spacious, and I even had a fridge – a very practical touch. The entire property is surrounded by a secure fence, offering a real sense of peace and safety, away from the hustle and bustle of traffic. It’s a quiet little haven where you can fully relax. The pool is absolutely stunning – perfect for a refreshing dip or lounging by the water. Both breakfast and meals were excellent, delicious, and clearly prepared with care. One of the best parts? You can even book a safari directly through the property, which is incredibly convenient. All in all, this place is a true haven of peace – I loved every moment and can’t recommend it enough. A stay here is truly worth it!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

Price from

US$36

1 night, 2 adults

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