Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort

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Scored 8.3
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.3

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Experience world-class service at Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort

Located within a 10-minute drive from the famous Udawalawe National Park, Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort features an outdoor swimming pool and offers spacious rooms with views of the surrounding nature. Free parking is available on site. The resort is just 500 metres to Ath Athuru Sevana, an elephant orphanage, and approximately 160 km from Katunayake Airport. The Mahinda Rajapaksa International Cricket Stadium is within a 40-minute drive away. Fitted with parquet flooring, air-conditioned rooms are furnished with a wardrobe, a flat-screen satellite TV, an electric kettle and ironing facilities. En suite bathrooms come with a hairdryer, bathtub or shower facility. Wired internet is provided at a charge. Operating a 24-hour front desk, Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort provides laundry and fax/photocopying services. Meeting/ banqueting facilities are available, while airport transfer can be arranged at an extra surcharge. The in-house restaurant serves delectable local and international dishes. Guests may also enjoy meals in private with room service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • 2 swimming pools
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Breakfast info

Continental, Italian, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free, Kosher, Asian, American, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Free parking available on-site

Activities:

  • Fitness centre

  • Games room

  • Spa and wellness centre

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Availability

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1 extra-large double bed
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2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
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1 double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Joan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“There was nothing we didn't like! We were upgraded to a suite that was fabulous and offered us everything we needed. The staff were amazing, so kind and helpful when I thought I'd lost my phone! We had the a la carte dinner which was very well...”
Terry
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Good location and staff. The pool was a bonus and very quiet which is what we like especially after a day at the nearby animal parks.”
Mohamed
United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
“Very clean, all staff were very friendly and helpful”
Kim
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautiful hotel with a feeling of being in the middle of the jungle amongst nature”
Emma
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great location to visit the Elephant Orphanage and do a safari. Jungle garden was great for spotting local wildlife, some iguanas and lots of monkeys”
Stefan
Germany Germany
“Nice design, quite location. Nice pool. Good buffet in the restaurant. Safari easy to reach.”
Hao
China China
“Best hotel in that area. Nice staff, cozy bed, clean room, good location that 15mins away drving to udawalawe safari. And we have a very nice dinner at the hortel resturant.”
Vinod
India India
“Excellent property with lot of greenery. Had a short stay so could not really spend a relaxed day here. The room sizes were excellent with balcony.”
Anthony
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Really relaxing and comfortable hotel well placed for visiting the National Park The staff were really helpful; doing everything with a smile The buffet dinner and breakfast was excellent with a wide selection of choices”
Christine
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Excellent facilities, really welcoming staff who showed real attention to detail. Food varied and tasty. Room was very comfortable and hot water plentiful. We really enjoyed our time here and would definitely recommend this hotel if going on...”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Una Sewana
  • Cuisine
    American • Asian
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Modern • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Halal • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
US$30 per child, per night
Cot upon request
Free
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
US$30 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.