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Sandalwood Cottage

3.0 star property
Enjoy free breakfast (local cuisine) at this 3-star Udawalawa hotel

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A rustic thatched-roof hut surrounded by lush greenery and a small pond with lily pads and water lilies.
Deluxe Family Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Living area
An outdoor dining area with thatched roof, wooden tables, and chairs.
A thatched-roof structure with a porch and a small seating area, illuminated by exterior lights.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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96 Junction, A18 Road, Udawalawa, Sabaragamuwa Province, 70180
  • Place, Udawalawe National Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Udawalawe Reservoir
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Elephant Transit Home
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room with Fan

A covered outdoor seating area with a bench and a table, surrounded by greenery and a dirt path.

Standard Double Room with Fan

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Family Room

A room with two beds, each with a canopy and pillows.

Deluxe Family Room

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Traditional Double Room

A rustic building with a thatched roof, a sign reading "Aloe vera," and a wooden table and bench in the foreground.

Traditional Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Cottage

A rustic thatched-roof hut surrounded by lush greenery and a small pond with lily pads and water lilies.

Family Cottage

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Udawalawa

In Udawalawa .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this Udawalawa hotel, you'll find Udawalawe National Park and Udawalawe Reservoir. Maduwanwela Walawwa is 19.7 mi (31.7 km) away.

What's nearby

  • Udawalawe National Park - 6 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Udawalawe Reservoir - 6 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Elephant Transit Home - 8 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Sankhapala Raja Maha Viharaya & Phussadewa Tomb - 10 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Tangalle Beach - 56 min drive - 42.8 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Double Barrel Restaurant Embilipitiya BYOB - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Butterfly Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪vibeX - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Elephant Trail Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Kuma & Restaurant Udawalawa - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Sandalwood Cottage

Enjoy free breakfast (local cuisine) at this 3-star Udawalawa hotel
There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is served. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Barbecue grills, an arcade/game room, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Sandalwood Cottage. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Udawalawa hotel.

  • 1 floor
  • 2 guestrooms or units
  • 3 buildings
  • Local cuisine breakfast (free)
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Game room or arcade
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Sandalwood Cottage offers 2 accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Rooms open to furnished balconies. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include desks. This Udawalawa hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include slippers, bidets, and complimentary toiletries. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
$6 nightly
The price is $7
Aug 5 - Aug 6
Total with taxes and fees
Gaya Family Resort Udawalawa

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's games
  • Separate bedroom

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
An early check-in fee will be charged
Late check-in fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 75 per vehicle (one way)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

We should mention

  • For stays on December 31, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner.

Property is also known as

Sandalwood Cottage Embilipitiya
Sandalwood Embilipitiya
Sandalwood Cottage Hotel
Sandalwood Cottage Udawalawa
Sandalwood Cottage Hotel Udawalawa

Frequently asked questions

Does Sandalwood Cottage have an airport shuttle?

Sandalwood Cottage offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 75 per vehicle, one way.

How much does it cost to stay at Sandalwood Cottage?

As of Jul 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sandalwood Cottage on Jul 24, 2026 start from $18, 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.

Does Sandalwood Cottage offer free breakfast?

Yes, Sandalwood Cottage offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Sandalwood Cottage?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Sandalwood Cottage?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 AM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Sandalwood Cottage?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Sandalwood Cottage have a pool?

Sandalwood Cottage does not have a pool.

Does Sandalwood Cottage have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Sandalwood Cottage have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Sandalwood Cottage to downtown Udawalawa?

Sandalwood Cottage is 2 mi away from Udawalawa.