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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
International cuisine
Front of property
Garden
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Gym
  • Room service
The current price is NZ$204
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

Highlights

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

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Super Deluxe Room

Super Deluxe Room

Highlights

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

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Luxury Suite

Luxury Suite

Highlights

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

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Grand Suite

Grand Suite

Highlights

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

About the area

Udawalawa

A luxury stay in Udawalawa awaits you at Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort. You'll find Udawalawe National Park and Sinharaja Forest Reserve in the region. Highlights at this family-friendly hotel include a full-service spa, a winery and a restaurant. .The restaurant, Una Sevana, serves international cuisine. At the hotel's own lounge bar or poolside bar, you can enjoy a drink. Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, gym, kids' swimming pool and pool loungers. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 6:30 AM and 10 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of airport pick-up service. .In the region of this 5-property class Udawalawa hotel you'll find Tangalle Beach.

What's nearby

  • Elephant Transit Home - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Udawalawe National Park - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Ridiyagama Safari Park - 42 min drive - 45.5 km
  • Lunugamvehera National Park - 49 min drive - 52.1 km
  • Tangalle Beach - 60 min drive - 72.6 km

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 winery and full-service spa
A winery is on site. Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A children's pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the luxury Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Udawalawa hotel.

  • 79 guestrooms or units
  • Winery on site
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • On-site shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort offers 79 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, bidets and complimentary toiletries. This Udawalawa hotel provides complimentary wired Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include an iron/ironing board.

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 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

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • 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

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 accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8 AM to 8 PM
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

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

What is the cancellation policy at Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort?

Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 14 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort on 17 Nov 2025 start from NZ$203.56, 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 parking available at Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort?

Yep, Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort?

The closest beach to Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort is Mirissa Beach (65.3 km).

Is there a spa on site at Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort.

Does Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort have a pool?

Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 8 AM to 8 PM.

What luxury perks are available at Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort?

Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort features a full-service spa, a winery and an outdoor pool.

Is Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and a playground, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort is a hit with families.

Does Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort serve breakfast?

Yeah, buffet brekkie is served daily from 6:30 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort?

No, but there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.