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Lizard Safari Lodge

Property class: 2.5

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A wooden staircase leading to a bamboo-roofed building with stone walls and a wooden door.
A rustic stone building with a thatched roof, a wooden door, and a small window.
A woman serving food at a wooden table with multiple dishes.
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.
A wooden deck with wicker chairs and a railing, surrounded by bamboo structures.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
The current price is AU$40
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug

Explore the area

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1038/3, Mudunmankada Rd, Udawalawa, SG, 70190
  • Place, Udawalawe National Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Udawalawe Reservoir
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Elephant Transit Home
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

A bed with a patterned bedspread, a canopy, and geometric pillows.

Deluxe Double Room

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Room

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.

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Triple Room

A neatly made bed with a yellow bedspread, multiple pillows, and a patterned throw blanket.

Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Futon and 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Udawalawa

At Lizard Safari Lodge you'll be 2.3 km (1.4 mi) from Udawalawe National Park and 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Udawalawe Reservoir. Highlights at this guest house include free continental breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .For a drink, you can stop by the guest house's own lounge bar. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this Udawalawa guest house, you'll be 8.4 km (5.2 mi) from Sankhapala Raja Maha Viharaya & Phussadewa Tomb and 16.8 km (10.4 mi) from Waulpane Cave.
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What's nearby

  • Udawalawe National Park - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Udawalawe Reservoir - 5 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Elephant Transit Home - 6 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Sankhapala Raja Maha Viharaya & Phussadewa Tomb - 14 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Ridiyagama Safari Park - 45 min drive - 44.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Butterfly Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Double Barrel Restaurant Embilipitiya BYOB - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪vibeX - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cb Restaurant And Coffe Shop - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Elephant Trail Restaurant - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Lizard Safari Lodge

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

The business-friendly Lizard Safari Lodge also features barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This Udawalawa guest house is smoke free.

  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Lizard Safari Lodge offers 4 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and free toiletries. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
4.9 out of 5, Exceptional, 49 reviews
The price is AU$63
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

More

  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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 cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts cash.

We should mention

  • Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.

Property is also known as

Lizard Safari Lodge Udawalawa
Lizard Safari Lodge Embilipitiya
Lizard Safari Embilipitiya
Guesthouse Lizard Safari Lodge Embilipitiya
Embilipitiya Lizard Safari Lodge Guesthouse
Guesthouse Lizard Safari Lodge
Lizard Safari
Lizard Safari Embilipitiya
Lizard Safari Lodge Udawalawa
Lizard Safari Lodge Guesthouse
Lizard Safari Lodge Guesthouse Udawalawa

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Lizard Safari Lodge?

Lizard Safari Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Lizard Safari Lodge?

As of 15 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lizard Safari Lodge on 16 Aug 2026 start from AU$40, 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 Lizard Safari Lodge?

Yep, Lizard Safari Lodge has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Lizard Safari Lodge?

The closest beach to Lizard Safari Lodge is Rekawa Beach (41.1 km).

What makes Lizard Safari Lodge a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Lizard Safari Lodge.

Does Lizard Safari Lodge serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary continental brekkie is served daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Lizard Safari Lodge?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Lizard Safari Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Lizard Safari Lodge?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is 11:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Lizard Safari Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

Lizard Safari Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The manager, Nandu, was really helpful in setting up morning safari for us on short notice after our previous accommodation fell through. The breakfast and dinner were hearty and super affordable. It’s not exactly 5 or even 3 star accommodation (AC leaked onto the bed and the bathroom had some flies), but for value for the money it’s a good pick. We saw tons of elephants on safari.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic stay at Lizard Safari Lodge. The rooms are clean and well kept, with a nice big bed, mosquito net and fan. Our room had a balcony which was great to sit out on in the late afternoon. Dinner was delicious on both nights of our stay (as was breakfast) with a good selection of food and very generous portion sizes! Nandu could not have been kinder, taking us on a tour of the village and to a local swimming spot on the afternoon of our arrival, and providing snacks and ice creams. He also organised our safari in Udawalawe with an experienced driver who ensured we had a fantastic and memorable day. All in all a great Lodge, with friendly, knowledgeable and helpful staff making it one of the highlights of our trip. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Verified review

6/10 Okay

PM

It was not at all like the photos. Under construction and smelled like wet concrete. Expected to walk through a common bathroom to get to our room. Redeeming grace, his brother has a nearby lodge, Ele Camp, also in Udawalawa, where we were given a nice room at same price. A nice situation with pool, grounds and restaurant.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Staff really friendly and helpful, we weren’t expecting 5 star but visit marred by the rat that gnawed through our backpack while in the bedroom and ate some biscuits that were in their. It also ate some of the soap in the bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
10 min walk into city centre, clean rooms with nice safari feel (wood/stone). Amazing breakfast with heaps of variety, best we’ve had in Sri Lanka
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stop over the night before our safari! Delicious BBQ for dinner and packed lunch to take on safari. Room was like a tree house, cosy, clean and nice to hear the wildlife outside whilst we slept!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Hands down, some of the best hospitality in Sri Lanka. Mandu (manager/owner) was accommodating and super kind and helpful. Really, this place is all about hospitality which is why I believe it is an excellent location for anyone looking for a real taste of Sri Lanka. If you want 4 star amenities and are all about hotel luxury, look elsewhere. If you want a great, safe place to stay with a bit of local feel to it, this is for you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Definitely give this place a shot. The food was homemade, fresh, and incredible (maybe the best we had in all of Sri Lanka.) The staff were friendly and helpful and willing to go out of their way to help make your stay enjoyable. When you take the price into account, this is really an incredible value. We stayed in a downstairs room but we did see that there was an open air accommodation upstairs that provided mosquito nets for sleeping.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019