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Elephant Rest Udawalawa

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Udawalawe National Park

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace, Garden View | Outdoor pool
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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace, Garden View | Desk, free WiFi
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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431 Ananda Gama, Hulankapolla, Udawalawa
  • Udawalawe National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Udawalawe Reservoir
  • Elephant Transit Home
    ‪14 min drive‬

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace, Garden View | Outdoor pool

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace, Garden View

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Udawalawa

In Udawalawa .Within the region of this Udawalawa hotel, you'll find Udawalawe National Park and Duwili Ella Waterfall. Horton Plains National Park and Sinharaja Forest Reserve are also in the region.

What's nearby

  • Udawalawe National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Elephant Transit Home - 14 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Lunugamvehera National Park - 38 min drive - 25.0 miles
  • Ridiyagama Safari Park - 48 min drive - 26.9 miles
  • Maduwanwela Walawwa - 54 min drive - 35.8 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Elephant Trail Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Kottawaththa Village Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Bathgedara Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ali Mankada Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Hotel Dilrukshi - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Elephant Rest Udawalawa

3-star hotel near Udawalawe National Park
Elephant Rest Udawalawa offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden are also featured at Elephant Rest Udawalawa. Free self parking is available.

  • 3 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Dining venue
Elephant Rest Udawalawa offers 3 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and bathrobes. LED televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. This Udawalawa hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LED TV with satellite channels

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

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

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at noon
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Elephant Rest Udawalawa

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (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
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 accepts cash.

Property Registration Number U/SEWANA/1555

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Elephant Rest Udawalawa have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Elephant Rest Udawalawa.

How much does it cost to stay at Elephant Rest Udawalawa?

As of May 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Elephant Rest Udawalawa on May 16, 2025 start from $40.54, excluding 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 Elephant Rest Udawalawa offer free breakfast?

Elephant Rest Udawalawa offers free continental breakfast every day.

Is there a casino at Elephant Rest Udawalawa?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Elephant Rest Udawalawa?

Check-in begins at noon.

Is there free parking at Elephant Rest Udawalawa?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Elephant Rest Udawalawa have a pool?

Elephant Rest Udawalawa features an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Does Elephant Rest Udawalawa have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Elephant Rest Udawalawa have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Elephant Rest Udawalawa to downtown Udawalawa?

Elephant Rest Udawalawa is 4.6 mi away from Udawalawa.

Elephant Rest Udawalawa Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 45 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a lovely little place to stay for the night. Rooms were very clean and comfortable. The staff were so kind and lovely, the home cooked food was some of the best we’ve had in Sri Lanka. They also arranged a safari for us, we had a jeep to ourselves, and saw many animals (elephants, monkeys, mongoose). All in all a fabulous experience, and incredible value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The hosts were very friendly, hospitable and organised safari trip. Room was spacious but there were many insects!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm hospitality and excellent Sri Lankan food in the Uda Walawe National Park
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Ektoras

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good place to stay if you’re planning to go on safari. Value for money. Competitive safari prices offered by the host
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lachlan

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

Nice guesthouse close to the safari park

My wife and I stayed at Elephant Rest Udawalawa for one night. The room was clean and comfortable and well put together. We had dinner and breakfast at the guesthouse and both were very tasty and generous portions. We were able to book our safari at the guesthouse and also our onward taxi to Mirissa. The service was friendly and efficient. Overall we were happy with our stay and we would recommend this guesthouse.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

4/10 Poor

Jane

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

Dirty, dusty, needs Maintaining

We had booked a 2 night stay due to the good reviews, and with the intention to go on the 'value for money' safari trip. Our taxi dropped us off midday, there was no one on reception to greet us. No water, tea, or refreshment of any kind. However, a maid told us we could go into our allocated room. This had not been prepared recently, as I found a dead lizard and dead flies in the bathroom. Apart from that the room and bed looked clean. We decided to cut our stay down to one night, do the safari that evening (which was great), then move to another hotel 10km away which was cheaper, lovely and clean, and had a swimming pool. Thank you to Hotels.com for sorting out a refund.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

BERYL

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Close to the park.

Stayed here for 1 night. Good location near the park.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Clayton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

I had an excellent stay at Elephant Rest. The Sri Lankan dinners that they cook were some of the best that I've had in the country. The wifi worked well for the entire stay. The showers had hot water. They have their own jeep for safari and give a really good rate.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne, On the road

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place to stay near Udawalawe National Park! We drove in from Ella and the owners cooked a delicious fresh meal of rice and curry for us and later that night, made string hoppers for dinner. The room was very clean and spacious and the bed was comfortable. In the morning, they had arranged a safari, so we went out to the park at 6am. We are hungry first thing in the morning so they graciously made breakfast for us at 5:45 so we could eat before the safari. The family is so friendly and their little boy is adorable. Highly recommend staying here if you're coming to Udawalawe!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Small hotel close to Safari Park

Owners are very nice. Hotel is basic but convenient. They have their own safari vehicle.
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

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

One-night stay

Stayed here as a base for Udawalawe National Park and it was perfect. The room is nice, the place is extremely close to the entrance to the park, dinner and breakfast made by the hosts was delicious, and the safari in their jeep was incredible (and very reasonably priced). They also helped us to arrange a taxi to our next destination the next day. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

8/10 Good

Daryl

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

Interesting experience.

Convenient to wildlife park. Interesting experience living with local family, more a B & B than a hotel.

10/10 Excellent

Chase

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

At home feeling in wonderful village

Wonderful place in a small village, amazing host with a charming family. The food was very good and the proximity to the park is a plus. You can easily organize safaris and transport from here.

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Staff & service

great food, location and hosts but needs updating

great location, amazing dinner and breakfast after safari. room was a bit basic and not the cleanest, needed updating/lick of paint but location was great for early start at the safari and the owners were really helpful and friendly 😁

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

A rustic retreat

Very rural nothing in local area apart from Udawalawe national park but staff very helpful and made us very welcome and happy to cater for us Sri Lankan cuisine very tasty. Rooms clean. Scorpion in the shower a surprise but only tiny and part of the experience of being so rural
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great service. Basic but has everything you need.

The couple that run this place are so friendly and helpful. Lovely people. The home cooked meal was the best Sri Lankan food we have had on the trip. The safari organised through the hotel is amazing and would recommend it. Please note that this hotel is not plush but it is comfortable and clean and quiet. Perfect for our night there to do the safari. The park is very closeby.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Shelley

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

Wonderful experience - wow the homecooked dinner!

Our stay at Elephant Rest was a pleasure. Our host was very helpful in organising our Safari tour with a fantastic guide, our ride to the Elephant Transit Home as well as our transport to Tangalle. The highlight for us was the DELICIOUS home cooked curry our lovely hosts made for us. Hands down the best Sri Lankan meal that we have had on our trip, and up there with the tastiest I've ever had! What a gorgeous family, so very kind and welcoming. A true SL experience with all the comforts (AC, tv including cable and IPL!). Could not recommend this place more highly and most importantly, it was affordable and excellent value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2017

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

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

Lovely place

Amazing food and very helpful owner, we organised the safari and a taxi to our next destination via the hotel all at very reasonable rates. The hotel is clean and nice and the owners are extremyl friendly and welcoming. The food was excellent and it is really close to the National Park. The only issue is no wifi but didn't affect our stay.

6/10 Okay

Kuang Yin

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025