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Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with spa, near Udawalawe National Park

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Outdoor pool, open 8 AM to 8 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Bar (on property)
Aerial view
International cuisine
Exterior
Escape to Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort, a luxurious haven near Udawalawe National Park. Relax at the onsite spa, indulge in international cuisine at Una Sevana restaurant, or unwind with a drink from the poolside bar. Take some time for yourself with free WiFi and shopping on site.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Gym

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Winery
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness center
  • Children's pool
  • Pool bar
  • 24-hour room service
  • Airport pick-up service
  • Terrace

For families (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Children's pool
  • Playground on site
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
The current price is $126
includes taxes & fees
$106 per night
Apr 4 - Apr 5

Room options

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Luxury Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Luxury Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
  • 516 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Super Deluxe Room | Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Super Deluxe Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Grand Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Grand Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
  • 516 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room | Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
912, Thanamalwila Road, Udawalawa

What's nearby

  • Udawalawe National Park - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Elephant Transit Home - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Udawalawe Reservoir - 32 min drive - 19.6 km
  • Tangalle Beach - 58 min drive - 59.6 km
  • Sinharaja Forest Reserve - 68 min drive - 60.7 km

Getting around

  • Airport pick-up service

Restaurants

  • ‪Elephant Trail Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Common Rose - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Kottawaththa Village Inn - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Bathgedara Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Ali Mankada Restaurant - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort

A great choice for a stay in Udawalawa, Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort features a winery where you can enjoy a glass of local wine. Guests can visit the fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Una Sevana, which serves international cuisine. Other features of this luxurious hotel include an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a children's pool.

Languages

English, German, Japanese
VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 79 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

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

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free wired internet access in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking

Transfers

    • Airport pickup on request (available 24 hours)*

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Barbecue grills
  • Private dining
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children's pool
  • Playground

What to do

  • Ecotours
  • Shopping
  • Pool table
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Full-service spa
  • Winery on site
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Turndown service
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free wired internet
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
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Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa.

Dining

Una Sevana - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine.
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Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. 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)

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 10 for adults and USD 5 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 150 per room

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 30.0 per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 8 AM to 8 PM

Policies

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.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay

Also known as

Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort Udawalawa
Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort Embilipitiya
Grand Udawalawe Safari Embilipitiya
Udawalawe Safari Embilipitiya
Udawalawe Safari Udawalawa
Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort Hotel
Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort Udawalawa
Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort Hotel Udawalawa

Frequently asked questions

Does Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 8 AM to 8 PM.

Are pets allowed at Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort?

Yes, a shuttle from the airport to the hotel is available. The charge is USD 150 per room.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: noon. Check-out time is noon.

What is there to do at Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Additional recreation onsite includes ecotours. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort also has a winery, a fitness center, and an arcade, as well as a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort?

Yes, Una Sevana offers international cuisine.

What's the area around Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort like?

Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort is located a short 18-minute walk from Udawalawe National Park.

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Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

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.

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to relax and enjoy. A convenient location if you’re going for safari in Udawalawe national parks
Samaraweerage, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It is a relaxed good maintaned hotel. We were in the governors Suite and really liked it!
Hans, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Ryan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Roligt og hyggeligt
Dejligt sted, god pool, venligt personale
Tonny, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

En stor och lyxig resort nära nationalparken. Vi hade en suit som var väldigt fin med en härlig regndush som var perfekt efter en dammig safari. Skön stor säng.
Jörgen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Catherine, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Alles sehr gut und sauber . Essen aller card sehr lecker, frühstück gut, aber dunkel und bedrückend.
Vera, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Danette, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

La chambre était propre et calme. Nous avons testé le spa de l'hôtel les prix sont élevés par rapport aux salon de massage en dehors de l'hôtel mais le massage que nous avons choisi était de qualité. Gros point noir du séjour le restaurant buffet de l'hôtel la nourriture est de mauvaise qualité.
Bob, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Heike, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jessica, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastisk smukt hotel i skønne omgivelser
Camilla, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

The staff were pleasant. The room was large and comfortable. The bathroom was a bit gritty. The décor was gloomy. The food was good.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

great stay in a great hotel
We had a fantastic time, the food was great - so many gluten free options, I’m coeliac so that made a huge difference. It was my 30th birthday when we arrived, they decorated my room, gave me a free drink and also made me a gluten free cake and sang to me - brilliant! This hotel was lovely, clean, had great pool and the staff were kind, attentive and always pleasant. we would definitely visit again :)
Jennifer, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Tres bon sejour, hotel a taille humaine avec beaucoup de charme...
1-night trip

4/10 Fair

1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Corey, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Tomas, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Die Anlage und Ausstattung sind ziemlich in die Jahre gekommen und extrem heruntergekommen. Es ist nicht besonders sauber, Betten sind ungemütlich und Personal im Restaurant nicht sehr freundlich. Preis Leistungs Verhältnisse stimmen auch nicht. Es ist ziemlich teuer für das was es ist. Wir sind 2 Nächte geblieben was ich definitiv nicht empfehlen würde. Eine Nacht reicht.
LT, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good Spot
A great place to stay when planning a safari! Not much else to do in the area and hotel but perfect for a one night trip!
Murray, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good place but very average food
The hotel was nice and well kept. The room was really big and comfortable, the staff was helpful. The biggest issue that we faced was with the food. we are vegetarians so there were very limited choices to begin with (we are used to less options but this was abnormally low). Even the few options that were available tasted very bad. It was excessively salty and slightly under-cooked. The hotel’s safari jeep package was almost double of what we paid outside.
Sneha, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Good location as near to the park and it has a pleasant swimming pool and Deluxe rooms were nice (not as described on website but still ok). Food was very poor and catered for tour groups and very expensive for food and drinks. They have no tour desk or leaflets regarding tours for independent travellers, however they booked an excellent trip for 2 people. One night here is enough as tour leaves at either 0530 or 1430 so only trip is needed and then elephant orphanage / transit home, which was worth a visit and in walking distance. Only hotel like this in the area so if you want the facilities then book this but be aware not up to expected standards.
BRIAN, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nicklas Møller, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Excellent hotel - except for the food
Based on the hotel itself, we'd give this hotel a 5 star rating. The only reason we have to give it a 4 is that the food war really disappointing. We had been in Sri Lanka for about a week in various hotels and restaurants prior to this stay, and really love the food and have found the quality and flavor of food in this country to be very consistent. However, the food here was really rather bad. We ate dinner and breakfast here twice, and all meals were consistently poor. Even the papadums were kind of stale tasting - this is not that hard an item to cook well! Otherwise, the hotel was great - great rooms, great staff, excellent grounds, nice pool. But they really need to replace the food service manager or chef and upgrade their food.
Robert, 1-night trip