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Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort

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

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Outdoor pool, open 8 AM to 8 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Front of property
Garden
Bar (on property)
International cuisine
Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort offers a luxurious retreat near Udawalawe National Park. Relax at the spa, savor international dishes at Una Sevana restaurant, and enjoy drinks from the poolside bar. Free WiFi and shopping facilities are available on the premises.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Gym
  • Spa
  • Room service
The current price is NZ$193
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept

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Luxury Suite

Luxury Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Jetted bath
  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Super Deluxe Room

Super Deluxe Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Bidet
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Grand Suite

Grand Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Located in Udawalawa, Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort is in a rural area and near a boardwalk. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Udawalawe National Park and Sinharaja Forest Reserve. Tangalle Beach is another place to visit that comes recommended. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
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Map
912, Thanamalwila Road, Udawalawa

What's nearby

  • Elephant Transit Home - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Udawalawe National Park - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Sankhapala Raja Maha Viharaya & Phussadewa Tomb - 8 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Maduwanwela Walawwa - 43 min drive - 45.6 km
  • Ridiyagama Safari Park - 52 min drive - 47.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Common Rose - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪vibeX - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Bathgedara Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Elephant Trail Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Kuma & Restaurant Udawalawa - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort

Luxury family-friendly hotel near Udawalawe National Park
An attached winery, a poolside bar and a terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort. Take some time to relax at the on-site spa. The on-site restaurant, Una Sevana, features international cuisine. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities such as ecotours. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities, such as shopping on-site and a garden.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and airport pick-up service (surcharge)
  • Concierge services, a billiards/pool table and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All 79 rooms offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, as well as perks such as free Internet and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cots/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with bidets and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Electric kettles, ceiling fans and daily housekeeping

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

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Pool access available from 8 AM to 8 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort Udawalawa
Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort Embilipitiya
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Frequently asked questions

Does Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 8 AM to 8 PM.

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

As of 15 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort on 28 Sept 2025 start from NZ$193.12, 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 Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: noon. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort?

Checkout is at noon.

Does Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs on request. A fee of USD 150 per room applies.

Where is Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort located?

Located in a national park, this family-friendly hotel is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Udawalawe National Park.

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