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Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with a winery and a full-service spa

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Outdoor pool, open 8 AM to 8 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Front of property
Bar (on property)
Garden
International cuisine

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Gym
  • Room service

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Deluxe Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room

  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Super Deluxe Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Super Deluxe Room

  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Luxury Suite | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Luxury Suite

  • 516 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Grand Suite | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Grand Suite

  • 516 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Udawalawa

Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort places you 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Udawalawe National Park. This 79-room, 5-star hotel has a winery, a full-service spa, and a restaurant.

What's nearby

  • Elephant Transit Home - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Udawalawe National Park - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Sankhapala Raja Maha Viharaya & Phussadewa Tomb - 8 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Maduwanwela Walawwa - 43 min drive - 28.4 miles
  • Ridiyagama Safari Park - 52 min drive - 29.6 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Kottawaththa Village Inn - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪vibeX - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪River side Hotel - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Bathgedara Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪River Side Inn - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort

Luxury hotel with a winery and a full-service spa
Guests of Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort have access to a winery, a full-service spa, and an outdoor pool. There's free parking, and a shuttle from the airport to the hotel (available 24 hours) for USD 150 per room. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with tours or tickets, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include a children's pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas.
Guests can expect to find free wired internet and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, slippers, and bathrobes. Minibars, coffee makers, and ceiling fans are other standard amenities.
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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 transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 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 crib
  • 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 elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

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

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

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

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

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
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-noon
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals, you can take advantage of the airport pick-up service (fees apply). Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 8 AM to 8 PM.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort?

Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

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

As of Nov 10, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort on Nov 12, 2025 start from $87.78, 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.

What's there to do close to Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort?

This hotel is located in Udawalawa within a short 18-minute walk of Udawalawe National Park. You'll also find Udawalawe Reservoir and Waulpane Cave nearby.

Is there parking available at Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Is there a spa available at Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort?

There is a full-service spa at this available for guests to enjoy at this hotel.

Does Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort include a casino at the property?

No, Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 8 AM and 8 PM.

Is Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort good for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including Champagne service as well as an outdoor pool and a poolside bar.

Are there hot tubs at Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort?

No, but some guestrooms at this hotel feature jetted bathtubs.

Does Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Una Sevana.

Will Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort.

Does Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Are there rooms with balconies at Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort.

Does Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort have a wedding venue?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort.

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