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Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort

5.0 star property

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Outdoor pool, open 8 AM to 8 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
A treehouse structure surrounded by dense foliage, with multiple levels and a thatched roof.
Garden
A circular outdoor dining area with a table and chairs, surrounded by a stone wall and steps leading up to a building.
A spacious lobby with a central round table, a chandelier, and a staircase with wooden railings.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is AU$154
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept

Explore the area

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912, Thanamalwila Road, Udawalawa
  • Place, Udawalawe National Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Udawalawe Reservoir
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Elephant Transit Home
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free wired internet

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Super Deluxe Room

Super Deluxe Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free wired internet

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Luxury Suite

Luxury Suite

  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a phone, a wall-mounted light, and a window with blinds.

Grand Suite

  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

About the area

Udawalawa

A luxury stay in Udawalawa awaits you at Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort. You'll find Udawalawe National Park and Sinharaja Forest Reserve in the region. Highlights at this family-friendly hotel include a full-service spa, a winery and a restaurant. .The restaurant, Una Sevana, serves international cuisine. At the hotel's own lounge bar or poolside bar, you can enjoy a drink. Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, gym, kids' swimming pool and pool loungers. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 6:30 AM and 10 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of airport pick-up service. .In the region of this 5-property class Udawalawa hotel you'll find Tangalle Beach.

What's nearby

  • Udawalawe National Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Udawalawe Reservoir - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Elephant Transit Home - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Ridiyagama Safari Park - 42 min drive - 46.2 km
  • Tangalle Beach - 60 min drive - 72.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Butterfly Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪vibeX - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Elephant Trail Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Kuma & Restaurant Udawalawa - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Grand Toscana Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort

A winery is on site. Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A children's pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the luxury Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Udawalawa hotel.

  • 79 guestrooms or units
  • Winery on site
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • On-site shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort offers 79 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, bidets and complimentary toiletries. This Udawalawa hotel provides complimentary wired Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include an iron/ironing board.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour airport pick-up shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee: USD 10 for adults and USD 5 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Una Sevana

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Ecotours
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Shopping
  • Winery

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 60.00
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 30 (from 5 to 12 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 60.00
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 30 (from 5 to 12 years old)

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately USD 10 for adults and from USD 5 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 150 per room
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8 AM to 8 PM
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is 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

What is the cancellation policy at Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort?

Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort?

As of 2 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort on 1 Sept 2026 start from AU$154, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort?

Yep, Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort?

The closest beach to Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort is Mirissa Beach (65.3 km).

Is there a spa on site at Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort.

Does Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort have a pool?

Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 8 AM to 8 PM.

What luxury perks are available at Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort?

Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort features a full-service spa, a winery and an outdoor pool.

Is Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and a playground, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort is a hit with families.

Does Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort serve breakfast?

Yeah, buffet brekkie is served daily from 6:30 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort?

No, but there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 91 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 91 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 91 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 91 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 91 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lars Toft

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful hotel with amazing staff. We had a great time
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

An easy, relaxing base before and after our safari.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Samaraweerage

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to relax and enjoy. A convenient location if you’re going for safari in Udawalawe national parks
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hans

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is a relaxed good maintaned hotel. We were in the governors Suite and really liked it!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff great safari clean property but food was poor
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great service and very hospitable team. Secure and convenient location for national park. The bathroom in the standard room is very tired and needs refurbishment
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff always have a smile and will get you anything you need. Nice and clean room and communal areas, good variety of food. Great location if you are visiting for the Safari, only ten minutes up the road. The transition centre, where you can see the young elephants being fed, is even closer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jeremy

Fine
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay... only down side being we were only there for 2 nights Lovely hotel, with very friendly staff. Rooms great and well appointed.Great setting and relaxing after or before safari. Only bit of advice is dont go too late for breakfast or buffet evening meal, as its all been hoovered up. Would recommend and if we find ourself in same area again, will re book.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Tara

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very dated
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Lisa

We
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Familystay

The rooms where big and nice. The bathrooms where very small and the bathtub got stains. Poolarea was clean but it would have been nice with a deck to walk on instead of old grass and dirt. Diningarea was not cozy at all. Good for a short stay when you go on safaris etc.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Property was hugely convenient for the udawalawe game reserve. The staff were very pleasant. And that was about it…. The hotel was dark, our room was unbelievably dark, and the food was disgusting. Our two meals were inedible. We left a day early.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Johanna

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stort rum och stort poolområde! Bra läge till nationalparken.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Anton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Trevliga rum och fin pool. Rätt dålig frukost för oss västerlänningar.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Kolja

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Vi blev tildelt et andet værelse end det vi havde booket. Det var fugtigt (synligt på væggen og lugtede også), mørkt og beskidt. Det virkede til at værelserne i den nye del af resortet var i bedre stand! Der blev ikke gjort noget ved vores klage ift værelsesskift. Personalet var generelt venlige, men selve værelserne og faciliteterne trænger til en kærlig hånd.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tonny

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

Roligt og hyggeligt

Dejligt sted, god pool, venligt personale
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jörgen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Vera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alles sehr gut und sauber . Essen aller card sehr lecker, frühstück gut, aber dunkel und bedrückend.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Camilla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastisk smukt hotel i skønne omgivelser
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff were pleasant. The room was large and comfortable. The bathroom was a bit gritty. The décor was gloomy. The food was good.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020