Timbulketiya Hotel & Accommodation Deals 2026 from NZ$8 - Fully Refundable Options

Change your mind
Book hotels with free cancellation
Treat yourself
Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
Sign in
Be picky
Search almost a million properties worldwide

Go beyond your typical stay in Timbulketiya

Pet friendly

Apartment

Condo

Spa

Pool

Spa pool

Family friendly

Waterpark

Check prices for these dates

Tonight

Tomorrow

This weekend

Next weekend

Our top choices for Timbulketiya hotels

A two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A dining table set with various dishes, including rice, salad, and fried items, along with water bottles and wine glasses.

A group of elephants in a grassy field with trees in the background.

Three people standing on rocks with snacks and drinks.

1. Mansala Safari House

Udawalawa

Hannah

NZ$71

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A wooden gate with a sign that reads "Ivory Safari".

A person seated at a table with various food items, including bananas and a bowl of rice.

A swimming pool with wooden loungers and a stone wall.

A bedroom with a bed, a wall-mounted light fixture, and a window with curtains.

2. Ivory Safari House

udawalawa

Michael

NZ$8

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A courtyard with a swimming pool, a covered seating area, and a building with a balcony.

A swimming pool with a geometric light design, a brick structure, and a small garden area.

A living room with a sectional sofa, a side table, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, and a ceiling fan.

3. The 47 Udawalawe

Udawalawa

NZ$76

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A two-story house with a swimming pool, surrounded by lush greenery and a well-lit exterior.

A well-lit outdoor dining area with a table set for tea service, surrounded by wooden chairs and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A multi-story building with a reflective pool in the foreground.

4. Wildlife Safari House

Udawalawa

Gulsun

NZ$17

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A house with a porch, a staircase, and a large window.

A bed with a mosquito net, white bedding with star patterns, and a bedside table with a book.

A narrow hallway with a wooden door at the end, a small wooden stool, and a white door on the left.

A covered outdoor seating area with a bench and a table, surrounded by a green railing and steps leading up to a door.

5. centerpoint safari resort Udawalawa

Udawalawa

Mick

NZ$36

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A wooden rocking chair and a wooden chair with a table in front of a window with a view of greenery.

A stainless steel kettle on a wooden table with a WiFi password sign above it.

A bathroom with blue walls, a white sink, a toilet, and a window with a view of greenery.

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a ceiling fan, a wall-mounted light, a door, and a small table.

6. Sunbird's Home

Udawalawa

NZ$26

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A covered outdoor seating area with wooden chairs and tables, surrounded by potted plants and a concrete pathway.

A waterfall surrounded by rocks and greenery, with people enjoying the water.

A hotel room with a large bed, a window with a view of greenery, a sliding door, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

7. Dinstar Safari Lodge Udawalawa

Udawalawa

NZ$124

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A wooden veranda with a thatched roof, a wooden chair, and potted plants.

A room with a wooden door, a shelf with a kettle, a fan, and a wall-mounted TV.

A bed with white pillows and a small elephant figurine on a bedside table.

A thatched-roof structure with a porch and chairs, illuminated by a single light source.

8. Private Organic House

Udawalawa

NZ$69

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

Two single beds with wooden headboards and white bedding in a room with green walls.

A bathroom with a shower, a window, and a wall-mounted heater.

A large Buddha statue on a mountain, with stairs leading up to it.

A small bathroom with a toilet, a shower, and a marble wall.

9. Athmansala Safari resort

Udawalawa

NZ$508

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A covered outdoor area with a stone pathway leading to a seating area under a pergola.

A living room with a black leather sofa, a staircase with red steps, and a door leading to a garden.

A hotel room with a wooden headboard, two wall-mounted lights, a bed with a pink patterned bedspread, and an air conditioner above the bed.

A covered outdoor area with wooden furniture and potted plants.

10. Nature Park Udawalawe

Udawalawa

NZ$50

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A large rectangular pool with a stone border, surrounded by lounge chairs and a stone pathway.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, stone walls, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, multiple ceiling fans, and a central chandelier.

A courtyard with a well-maintained lawn, a stone pathway, and a building with multiple balconies and arched windows.

11. Centauria Wild

Udawalawa

Joe

NZ$177

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

A swimming pool with a reflection of trees and a building in the background.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a TV.

A two-story building with a balcony, surrounded by greenery and a pool area.

A pathway leading to a building with a covered walkway and a small garden area with plants.

12. The Countryside Udawalawe

Udawalawa

Nicholas

NZ$83

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A swimming pool with a wooden deck and lounge area, surrounded by trees and a building with a sloped roof.

A circular outdoor dining area with a table and chairs, surrounded by a stone wall and steps leading up to a building.

A corridor with a central water feature, flanked by columns and greenery, leading to a seating area.

A spacious lobby with a central round table, a chandelier, and a staircase with wooden railings.

13. Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort

Udawalawa

Lars Toft

NZ$217

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A covered outdoor seating area with a brick pathway, surrounded by trees and a view of a body of water.

A covered outdoor seating area with multiple beds arranged in rows, each with pillows and a mattress.

A covered outdoor seating area with multiple beds arranged in rows, overlooking a body of water and surrounded by trees.

A tent with two beds, a bench, and a view of palm trees.

14. Governors Camp Udawalawe

Udawalawe

NZ$51

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A pool area with a stone wall, a wooden deck with chairs, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A multi-story building with a stone facade and wooden balconies.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, wooden ceiling beams, an air conditioning unit, a wall-mounted artwork, and a view of the outside through large windows.

A spacious restaurant with multiple dining tables and chairs, a mezzanine level, and a high ceiling with exposed beams.

15. Elephant Trail

Udawalawa

Angela

NZ$90

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A wooden deck with a swimming pool, surrounded by lush greenery and a small pavilion.

A covered garden area with a central water feature, potted plants, and a gazebo structure.

A restaurant interior with a stone wall, wooden cabinets, and a shelf with a pot and decorative items.

16. Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge

Udawalawa

Ronelda

NZ$85

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and tables, surrounded by a covered patio area with plants and a staircase.

A cozy dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a computer, and a lamp.

A hotel room with a bed, a wooden chair, a glass table, and a large elephant painting on the wall.

A pathway through a garden with dense foliage and a blue structure in the background.

17. Vimanra Hotel

Udawalawa

Susan

NZ$35

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A house surrounded by dense forest, with a balcony and outdoor seating area.

An aerial view of a rectangular swimming pool with a diving board, surrounded by a stone deck and palm trees.

A spacious room with a large bed, a sofa, and a wooden ceiling.

A traditional building with a tiled roof and a stone pathway leading to it.

18. Jungle Paradise Hotel

Udawalawa

"Une situation géographique exceptionnelle au calme dans la nature luxuriante. L’appartement de luxe est grand, très propre et dispose d’une superbe vue. Le complexe dispose d’une piscine, ce qui est très appréciable après un safari dans le parc national. Petit déjeuner et dîner succulents. La personne qui nous a accueillis était vraiment très aimable, souriante, accueillante. Nous recommandons vivement le Jungle Paradise."

Sarah

NZ$96

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A rectangular swimming pool with two people at the far end, surrounded by wooden deck and stone walls.

A building with a stone facade and multiple windows, surrounded by a well-maintained garden with trees and a small pond.

A bedroom with a bed, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, and a dresser.

A wicker chair hanging from a metal frame, a wicker table, and a wicker chair with a cushion.

19. Kalu's Hideaway Udawalawe

Udawalawa

Daniel

NZ$168

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A covered outdoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of traditional-style buildings in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a painting on the wall, a sliding glass door to a garden, and a view of trees and rocks.

A building with a sloped roof surrounded by lush greenery and white flowers.

A house with a sloped roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a small pond.

20. Hantara Udawalawa

Udawalawa

Lakshanth

NZ$59

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

View all properties

Save an average of 15% on thousands of hotels when you're signed in

Top Timbulketiya Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Timbulketiya

Kalu's Hideaway Udawalawe

10/10 Excellent

"A peaceful nature retreat with incredible fresh food. Our stay at Kalu’s Hideaway was a wonderful experience from start to finish. We loved the wholesome farm-to-table dining—tasting fresh red dragon fruit straight from the garden, sweet pineapples, mangos, and delicious Sri Lankan vegetables. The property itself is surrounded by nature. The butterfly garden was an unexpected treat, and waking up to the tranquil morning sounds of birds overlooking the Udawalawe reserve canopy was magical. You can even spot local wildlife right on the grounds, from vibrant water lilies in the ponds to land monitor lizards wandering past. It was such a serene and relaxing escape!"

Elephant Trail

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay. Extremely helpful staff. Facilities were surprisingly good. Handy location to elephant transit and national park. Nice pool. Highly recommend."

The Countryside Udawalawe

10/10 Excellent

"We really enjoyed our stay. The rooms were big & clean and the pool is really nice. The staff were very helpful and organised our safari for the next day at check in. Breakfast and dinner were delicious!"

Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort

8/10 Good

"great pool close enough to national park but hotel is a little tired"

Centauria Wild

10/10 Excellent

"nice staff, amazing breakfast, and lake view are one of the best, especially during the sunset"

More cheap accommodation in Timbulketiya

Wildlife Safari House

Thanamalwila Road Udawalawa

NZ$17

12 Oct - 13 Oct

includes taxes & fees

10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)

Greenwood Udawalawa safari resort

540/6B C.P. De Silva Rd Udawalawa Sabaragamuwa Province

NZ$25

12 Oct - 13 Oct

includes taxes & fees

6/10 (2 reviews)

Elephant Safari Lodge

175, Ekamuthugama, Sewanagala, Udawalawe UP

NZ$29

11 Oct - 12 Oct

includes taxes & fees

Ele Camp Udawalawa

2066 1/2 Usweliaragama Udawalawa Sabaragamuwa Province

NZ$95

16 Oct - 17 Oct

includes taxes & fees

7/10 Good! (2 reviews)

Makulu Safari Camping

Weweyayagama,Thanamalwila Road Sevanagala

NZ$105

17 Oct - 18 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9.8/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)

Serene Home Stay

No. 918, Mudunmankada Road Udawalawa Sabaragamuwa

Get rates

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Timbulketiya?

The best area to stay in Timbulketiya is near the Udawalawe National Park entrance, particularly along the main road leading to the park.This area offers the most convenient access to the park's main gate and is where most of the higher-quality accommodation options are located. You'll find a selection of comfortable guesthouses and boutique hotels located among lush greenery, often with views of the surrounding natural landscape. The main road itself isn't bustling, but it connects you directly to the park and a few local eateries.For couples looking for a relaxed safari experience, staying close to the park entrance is ideal. Many hotels in this area can arrange safaris directly from their premises, often including packed breakfasts or lunches for early morning game drives. This means less travel time and more time enjoying the wildlife.Families will also find this area highly suitable due to the ease of park access. Many accommodations cater to families with spacious rooms or bungalows and amenities like swimming pools.

When is the best time to go to Timbulketiya?

For most travellers, the best time to go to Timbulketiya is during the dry season, which runs from December to March.During these months, the weather is generally sunny with less humidity, making it ideal for exploring the region's natural beauty and outdoor activities. You'll find it comfortable for visiting the nearby Udawalawe National Park for safari adventures or enjoying the local tea plantations. This period is particularly good for families as the drier conditions make travel with children more pleasant.The shoulder seasons, April to May and September to November, can also be a good option for those looking to avoid peak crowds. While there might be occasional rain showers, these are usually brief and often lead to lush, green landscapes. Travellers keen on photography might appreciate the softer light during these times.We generally advise against visiting during the monsoon season from June to August, as heavy rainfall can disrupt travel plans and limit outdoor activities.

Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?

You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, although it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if cancelled within 24 to 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to 'My Trips' and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by 'Fully refundable property' for hotels in Timbulketiya.

How can I save on a hotel booking in Timbulketiya with Expedia?

One Key™—Expedia's free travel rewards program—gives you instant access to discounts with Member Prices on Timbulketiya hotels. Plus, you'll earn OneKeyCash™* on eligible bookings to use on future trips. Booking an Expedia hotel and flight package is another great way to save, where bundling can result in significant savings. *Excludes taxes and fees. OneKeyCash is not redeemable for cash and can only be used on Expedia and other participating brands.

How much is the nightly rate for a hotel in Timbulketiya?

Prices for hotels in Timbulketiya often vary, but you can find a great deal from NZ$8 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by 'Price: low to high' for our cheapest rates.

Explore a world of travel with Expedia

Activities in Embilipitiya

Search Timbulketiya hotels

Change your mind

Treat yourself

Be picky

Go beyond your typical stay in Timbulketiya

Check prices for these dates

Filter by

Property class

Guest rating

Our top choices for Timbulketiya hotels

1. Mansala Safari House

2. Ivory Safari House

3. The 47 Udawalawe

4. Wildlife Safari House

5. centerpoint safari resort Udawalawa

6. Sunbird's Home

7. Dinstar Safari Lodge Udawalawa

8. Private Organic House

9. Athmansala Safari resort

10. Nature Park Udawalawe

11. Centauria Wild

12. The Countryside Udawalawe

13. Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort

14. Governors Camp Udawalawe

15. Elephant Trail

16. Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge

17. Vimanra Hotel

18. Jungle Paradise Hotel

19. Kalu's Hideaway Udawalawe

20. Hantara Udawalawa

Top Timbulketiya Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Timbulketiya

Kalu's Hideaway Udawalawe

Elephant Trail

The Countryside Udawalawe

Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort

Centauria Wild

More cheap accommodation in Timbulketiya

Wildlife Safari House

Greenwood Udawalawa safari resort

Elephant Safari Lodge

Ele Camp Udawalawa

Makulu Safari Camping

Serene Home Stay

Frequently asked questions

Explore a world of travel with Expedia

Go further with the Expedia app