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A two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A dining table set with various dishes, including rice, salad, and fried items, along with water bottles and wine glasses.

A group of elephants in a grassy field with trees in the background.

Three people standing on rocks with snacks and drinks.

1. Mansala Safari House

6.8 km from Udawalawe Reservoir

Hannah

S$54

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and tables, surrounded by a covered patio area with plants and a staircase.

A pathway through a garden with dense foliage and a blue structure in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a wooden chair, a glass table, and a large elephant painting on the wall.

A group of people dining at an outdoor table with a pool in the background.

2. Vimanra Hotel

8.5 km from Udawalawe Reservoir

Susan

S$23

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A swimming pool with a reflection of trees and a building in the background.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a TV.

A two-story building with a balcony, surrounded by greenery and a pool area.

A pathway leading to a building with a covered walkway and a small garden area with plants.

3. The Countryside Udawalawe

5 km from Udawalawe Reservoir

Nicholas

S$62

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A swimming pool with a wooden deck and lounge area, surrounded by trees and a building with a sloped roof.

A corridor with a central water feature, flanked by columns and greenery, leading to a seating area.

A treehouse structure surrounded by dense foliage, with multiple levels and a thatched roof.

A spacious lobby with a central round table, a chandelier, and a staircase with wooden railings.

4. Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort

5.4 km from Udawalawe Reservoir

Lars Toft

S$155

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A rectangular swimming pool with two people at the far end, surrounded by wooden deck and stone walls.

A wicker chair hanging from a metal frame, a wicker table, and a wicker chair with a cushion.

A room with two wooden lounge chairs, a small table with bottles, and a mirror on the wall.

A bedroom with a bed, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, and a dresser.

5. Kalu's Hideaway Udawalawe

4.8 km from Udawalawe Reservoir

Daniel

S$125

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A wooden deck with a swimming pool, surrounded by lush greenery and a small pavilion.

A covered garden area with a central water feature, potted plants, and a gazebo structure.

A restaurant interior with a stone wall, wooden cabinets, and a shelf with a pot and decorative items.

6. Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge

4.5 km from Udawalawe Reservoir

Ronelda

S$63

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A covered outdoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of traditional-style buildings in the background.

A building with a sloped roof surrounded by lush greenery and white flowers.

A swimming pool with a tiled deck, surrounded by greenery and a building with a yellow facade.

A hotel room with a bed, a painting on the wall, a sliding glass door to a garden, and a view of trees and rocks.

7. Hantara Udawalawa

4.1 km from Udawalawe Reservoir

Lakshanth

S$43

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A large rectangular pool with a stone border, surrounded by lounge chairs and a stone pathway.

A courtyard with a well-maintained lawn, a stone pathway, and a building with multiple balconies and arched windows.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the countryside through large windows.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, stone walls, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

8. Centauria Wild

3.4 km from Udawalawe Reservoir

Joe

S$127

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a swimming pool in the foreground.

A two-story building with large windows, some with curtains, and a balcony with chairs.

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, a wall-mounted picture of elephants, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A signboard advertising breakfast soup, tea, coffee, and fresh juice.

9. Hotel Athgira

3.8 km from Udawalawe Reservoir

Geoff

S$47

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A nighttime swimming pool area with a checkered deck, lounge chairs, and a covered seating area.

A restaurant with checkered tablecloths, wooden chairs, and a glass-top table with a vase of flowers.

A hotel room with a large bed, orange bedding, a red chair, a small table, and artwork on the wall.

A courtyard with a water feature, a wooden boat, and a building with columns and a tiled roof.

10. Elephant Rest Udawalawa

5.3 km from Udawalawe Reservoir

Mark

S$56

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A wooden staircase leading to a bamboo-roofed building with stone walls and a wooden door.

A woman serving food at a wooden table with multiple dishes.

A wooden deck with wicker chairs and a railing, surrounded by bamboo structures.

A room with two beds, each with white bedding and a patterned blanket on one. There are hanging lights and a canopy bed with a sheer white cover.

11. Lizard Safari Lodge

5.6 km from Udawalawe Reservoir

Anonymous traveller

S$36

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A tent with a ladder leading to a platform, surrounded by dense foliage.

A small, enclosed wooden structure with a glass door, a bed, and a chair, surrounded by palm trees.

A table with a plate of corn on the cob and a lit lantern.

A bedroom with a bed, two pillows, and a view of a tropical garden through large windows.

12. Makulu Safari Camping

9.8 km from Udawalawe Reservoir

adrian

S$75

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A house with a porch, potted plants, and outdoor seating.

A room with two wooden beds, a wooden door, and a view of greenery outside.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table with flowers, a television, and speakers.

A living room with a brown leather sofa, a wooden coffee table with a red and white striped tablecloth, and a television on a wooden stand.

13. Dil Lanka Safari Resort

7 km from Udawalawe Reservoir

"Unfortunately I am not able to review Dil Lanka Safari Resort, because when we arrived, the manager was very surprised to see us and said that he had no booking from us (three people, two rooms). Ultimately it was resolved (with help from our Sri Lankan driver) and we were given our money back (booking was prepaid). The grounds looked nice, so you could take your chances, but make sure you do nót prepay your reservation."

S$12

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A wooden gate with a sign that reads "Ivory Safari".

A swimming pool with wooden loungers and a stone wall.

A person in a vehicle with a group of elephants.

A person seated at a table with various food items, including bananas and a bowl of rice.

14. Ivory Safari House

6.3 km from Udawalawe Reservoir

Michael

S$6

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A hotel entrance with signage, a tree, and pink flowers in the foreground.

A reception area with a wooden door, a sign reading "RECEPTION", and decorative wall hangings.

A hotel room with two single beds, a wooden wardrobe, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

A spacious indoor area with wooden benches and tables, a high ceiling with wooden beams, and a view of the outdoors.

15. Sihilro Regency

7.9 km from Udawalawe Reservoir

"The welcome at the Sihilro Regency is second to none. We felt almost like family. The home cooked food offered is really fantastic, exceeding the standard in most of the hotels we stayed in. Arriving over the new year weekend, we were slightly concerned that onward travel would be difficult but they helped us find a taxi at a very reasonable price. We also used their in house Safari and the driver / guide was brilliant. Highly recommended."

Anonymous traveller

S$37

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A pool area with a stone wall, a wooden deck with chairs, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, wooden ceiling beams, an air conditioning unit, a wall-mounted artwork, and a view of the outside through large windows.

A multi-story building with a stone facade and wooden balconies.

A spacious living area with two beige sofas facing a wooden coffee table, a small potted plant, and a view of a green field through large windows.

16. Elephant Trail

3.7 km from Udawalawe Reservoir

Angela

S$64

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and an umbrella, surrounded by trees and outdoor lighting.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa bed, a desk with a phone, and a wall-mounted artwork.

A buffet setup with a chef, food items, and banners.

A courtyard with a pool, outdoor seating, and a staircase leading to a building.

17. Le Green Udawalawe Resort

3.3 km from Udawalawe Reservoir

Antonia

S$40

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A treehouse with a wooden exterior, a staircase, and a thatched-roof structure nearby.

A cozy wooden cabin bedroom with a canopy bed, wooden walls, and a rustic ambiance.

A wooden cabin with a large bathtub, a ladder, and a dog standing in the tub.

A treehouse with a wooden staircase and platform, surrounded by lush greenery.

18. La Pentera

15.6 km from Udawalawe Reservoir

"La Pentera is a new property which has a unique concept of a tree house. The property is quite far from the Udawalawe National Park - about 30 km or so. The directions are also unclear, even if you use googlemaps. The property is new and in great condition. However, there are things that could be better, especially the food. The bathroom has hot water though there is some water leakage. A great experience stay but could be better."

Susmita

S$149

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A person standing by a stream in a forested area.

A wooden desk with a vintage typewriter, a wine bottle, a glass of wine, and a pair of glasses on a notebook.

A tented accommodation with a sofa, a wooden table, and a bench.

19. Ahaspokuna by Eco Team

19.2 km from Udawalawe Reservoir

"This could be something so special. The location itself is amazing and the accommodation for ‘camping’ is incredible. The service wasn’t great however. As kind as everyone was the timings were very off. Being told we needed to be ready for breakfast at 8 and not being served till 9.30. The same for dinner. We also told them we needed to leave on the final day at 7.30 so wanted breakfast at 7. We arrived at the breakfast tent at 7 and no one was there. Unfortunately it was the same for the...

Jennifer

S$248

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A clear swimming pool with a stone wall and lounge chairs in the background.

A stone patio with a tree and plants, a stone wall with pebbles, and a black metal gate.

A dining table set with a green placemat, a white plate, and a blue napkin.

A hotel room with two single beds, a wooden desk with a chair, a small table with a cup and saucer, and a window with curtains.

20. Wild Safari Nest Udawalawe

4.5 km from Udawalawe Reservoir

Lotte Duus

S$59

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Udawalawe Reservoir

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Mansala Safari House	9.8 Exceptional 51 reviews	View
Vimanra Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 5 reviews	View
The Countryside Udawalawe	9.8 Exceptional 13 reviews	View
Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort	8.0 Very good 95 reviews	View
Kalu's Hideaway Udawalawe	9.6 Exceptional 5 reviews	View

Top Udawalawe Reservoir Hotel Reviews

Kalu's Hideaway Udawalawe

10/10 Excellent

"A peaceful nature retreat with incredible fresh food. Our stay at Kalu’s Hideaway was a wonderful experience from start to finish. We loved the wholesome farm-to-table dining—tasting fresh red dragon fruit straight from the garden, sweet pineapples, mangos, and delicious Sri Lankan vegetables. The property itself is surrounded by nature. The butterfly garden was an unexpected treat, and waking up to the tranquil morning sounds of birds overlooking the Udawalawe reserve canopy was magical. You can even spot local wildlife right on the grounds, from vibrant water lilies in the ponds to land monitor lizards wandering past. It was such a serene and relaxing escape!"

The Cubes Ella

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely hotel with great staff and a beautiful location. The breakfast was excellent - possibly the best chicken curry I’ve had in Sri Lanka. The only downside is that is quite far from the centre of Ella - and getting a Tuk-Tuk through PickMe was almost impossible - meaning I had to pay at least twice as much to flag one down."

Jetwing Kaduruketha

10/10 Excellent

"Awesome experience overall. Everything was great."

Shangri-La Hambantota

10/10 Excellent

"Stayed 2 nights in August. Spacious hotel with plenty to explore, we wished we'd had more time to make the most of all the facilities. Had a small hiccup with our room allocation at check-in, but the team resolved it quickly and professionally. Food was a highlight - great buffet breakfast with a wide selection, and good options across the various restaurants on site. We also played 18 holes of golf; the caddies were professional, polite and added a lot to the experience. Would recommend for a relaxing stay with plenty of facilities to enjoy, just make sure you allow enough time to see it all."

The Countryside Udawalawe

10/10 Excellent

"We really enjoyed our stay. The rooms were big & clean and the pool is really nice. The staff were very helpful and organised our safari for the next day at check in. Breakfast and dinner were delicious!"

Lankavatara Ocean Retreat & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Very helpful staff. Beautiful hotel."

Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort

8/10 Good

"great pool close enough to national park but hotel is a little tired"

Centauria Wild

10/10 Excellent

"nice staff, amazing breakfast, and lake view are one of the best, especially during the sunset"

Dream Cliff Mountain Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Incredible place, accomodation is luxury, views are breathtaking, staff are lovely. If I went again I wouldnt take the half board option and order off the menu as the food and options were better and not particularly expensive. "

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Udawalawe National Park

9.2/10 (77 reviews)

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Sankhapala Raja Maha Viharaya & Phussadewa Tomb

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Mahinda Rajapaksa International Cricket Stadium

Catch an event at Mahinda Rajapaksa International Cricket Stadium during your trip to Migahajandura.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Udawalawe Reservoir?

If you're planning to come to the area to visit Udawalawe Reservoir, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. Travellers love the area for its beautiful beaches, top seafood restaurants and sightseeing. You'll find 111 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay close to Udawalawe Reservoir?

Centauria Wild is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. It's located 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Udawalawe Reservoir. Other good options within a few miles include Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort and Jungle Paradise Hotel.

How many hotels are there near Udawalawe Reservoir?

Expedia has 111 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Udawalawe Reservoir.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Udawalawe Reservoir, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Udawalawe Reservoir.

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Our top choices for Udawalawe Reservoir hotels

1. Mansala Safari House

2. Vimanra Hotel

3. The Countryside Udawalawe

4. Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort

5. Kalu's Hideaway Udawalawe

6. Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge

7. Hantara Udawalawa

8. Centauria Wild

9. Hotel Athgira

10. Elephant Rest Udawalawa

11. Lizard Safari Lodge

12. Makulu Safari Camping

13. Dil Lanka Safari Resort

14. Ivory Safari House

15. Sihilro Regency

16. Elephant Trail

17. Le Green Udawalawe Resort

18. La Pentera

19. Ahaspokuna by Eco Team

20. Wild Safari Nest Udawalawe

Compare popular hotels close to Udawalawe Reservoir

Top Udawalawe Reservoir Hotel Reviews

Kalu's Hideaway Udawalawe

The Cubes Ella

Jetwing Kaduruketha

Shangri-La Hambantota

The Countryside Udawalawe

Lankavatara Ocean Retreat & Spa

Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort

Centauria Wild

Dream Cliff Mountain Resort

Other attractions near Udawalawe Reservoir

Udawalawe National Park

Sankhapala Raja Maha Viharaya & Phussadewa Tomb

Mahinda Rajapaksa International Cricket Stadium

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