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About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: Amba Kola Udawalawa in Udawalawe offers comfortable rooms with air-conditioning, balconies, and private bathrooms. Each room includes a bath, bidet, hairdryer, and free toiletries. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a year-round outdoor swimming pool, open-air bath, and a lush garden. The hotel features a terrace, restaurant, bar, and free WiFi. Additional amenities include a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, and free on-site parking. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves local, Asian, and international cuisines with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. Breakfast includes vegetarian, vegan, and Asian selections. Prime Location: Located 5 mi from Udawalawe National Park and 27 mi from Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport, the hotel is highly rated for its convenience for nature trips and family-friendliness.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- 2 restaurants
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Bar
- Breakfast
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Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Kaori
United States
“I booked this place due to the great reviews and it was beyond my expectations. We were treated so well with the family members who own the place, and the staffs. The bed was huge and comfortable. All the meals were made from the scratch with...” - Daniel
United States
“Loved the warm welcome, hospitality was exceptional, and the food was amazing!” - Tony
United Kingdom
“This is a great stop of for visiting the nearby safari. Everything was great. A real family atmosphere where everyone tries to make your stay as memorable as possible. They arranged a Valentines surprise for us, a cooking course which was...” - Jill
United States
“Such an amazing stay and amazing family after a not-so-good stay at another place the night before. From the moment we were greeted to the food we were served to the room - everything was genuine and excellent. The room was spacious, had the AC...” - Solveig
Germany
“Very friendly family that cared for my daughter who was sick during our stay! They made us special tea, steams and asked about our wellbeing. The place offers a calm atmosphere, good for relaxing especially at the new pool. The rooms were very...” - Emma
Australia
“They made you feel a part of the family. It's the most amazing experience, and I highly recommend staying here!!!” - Mark
Netherlands
“Excellent rooms. Excellent staff. Excellent food. Excellent place. In one word: impressive! Best place I’ve ever been in my life.” - Michael
United Kingdom
“An absolute gem close to Udawalawa national park. Extremely warm hospitality, attentive staff, great value and high quality food, lovely room/bed. They arranged a great safari for the morning and have other activities available. Refreshing new...” - Mikhail
Russia
“A very nice host and personnel. The lady is a perfect cook. I cook for 5 years to my gf and myself. So, I think, I know what I am talking about…” - Pierre
Belgium
“As we really wanted to see wild elephants, we made a stop in Udawalawe, but spotting them wasn't our biggest suprise here. We stayed at the Amba Kola hotel and this was just the most wonderful experience. The kindest owners truely, the nicest...”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- Amba kola cafe
- CuisineLocal • Asian
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Traditional
- Restaurant #2
- CuisineAsian • International
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children over 1 are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.



The fine print
Please inform Amba Kola Udawalawa of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.