Title: Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge Relax by the pool or rejuvenate at the spa – Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge offers an unforgettable retreat amidst nature’s beauty. ## Photo gallery for Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge ![Outdoor pool - Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge (Udawalawa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38990000/38989200/38989187/c840190a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Spa - Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge (Udawalawa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38990000/38989200/38989187/59412d55.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge (Udawalawa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38990000/38989200/38989187/8f08321d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge (Udawalawa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38990000/38989200/38989187/bbe42f55.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Family Quadruple Room - Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge (Udawalawa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38990000/38989200/38989187/ad223940.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge invites you to unwind with a massage at the onsite spa or lounge by the outdoor pool and children's pool. Enjoy a daily manager's reception, explore nearby attractions with concierge services, and stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.2 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Pool - Spa - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Gym ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-24&endDate=2026-02-25&selected=38989187&PinnedHotelID=38989187&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-24&endDate=2026-02-25&selected=38989187&PinnedHotelID=38989187&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-25&endDate=2026-02-26&selected=38989187&PinnedHotelID=38989187&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-25&endDate=2026-02-26&selected=38989187&PinnedHotelID=38989187&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=38989187&PinnedHotelID=38989187&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=38989187&PinnedHotelID=38989187&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=38989187&PinnedHotelID=38989187&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=38989187&PinnedHotelID=38989187&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 3+ beds 2 beds 1 bed Showing 5 of 5 rooms ### View all photos for Family Quadruple Room ![Family Quadruple Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38990000/38989200/38989187/ad223940.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Quadruple Room ### Highlights Yard Separate sitting area Soundproofed Connecting rooms available Separate bedroom Private bathroom In-room safe Daily housekeeping - Garden view - 323 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 4 King Beds ### View all photos for Deluxe Triple Room ![Deluxe Triple Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38990000/38989200/38989187/e97fbb59.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Triple Room ### Highlights Yard Separate sitting area Soundproofed Connecting rooms available Separate bedroom Private bathroom In-room safe Daily housekeeping - Garden view - 323 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed ### View all photos for Romantic Tree House ![Romantic Tree House](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38990000/38989200/38989187/e7537d9e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Romantic Tree House ### Highlights Yard Patio Separate sitting area Soundproofed Connecting rooms available Private bathroom In-room safe Daily housekeeping - Garden view - 323 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room ![Deluxe Double or Twin Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38990000/38989200/38989187/9953137e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double or Twin Room ### Highlights Yard Separate sitting area Soundproofed Connecting rooms available Separate bedroom Private bathroom In-room safe Daily housekeeping - Garden view - 269 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Standard Double Room ![Standard Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38990000/38989200/38989187/c22ebd14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room ### Highlights Yard Separate sitting area Soundproofed Connecting rooms available Separate bedroom Private bathroom In-room safe Daily housekeeping - Garden view - 248 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Udawalawa travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Udawalawa.dx553248635975950149) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C6.41797%2C80.84058&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=MgchStxTb4zC2inT_Q3Mc66XUfU=) Udawalawagama, Udawalawa, Sabaragamuwa Province, 70190 ### What's nearby - ![I was very surprised to see a few skin-and-bones elephants in Udawalawe National Park despite it's seemingly lush greenery. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000655797/319c5efc-6a00-424d-860d-3821e87eb749.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Udawalawe National Park 3 min drive \- 1.5 km - Elephant Transit Home 7 min drive \- 4.4 km - Lunugamvehera National Park 46 min drive \- 46.6 km ### Restaurants - Kottawaththa Village Inn 11 min drive - Grand Toscana Restaurant 6 min drive - Craft Tunnel: A Potter’s Retreat 11 min drive - Elephant Trail Restaurant 8 min drive - vibeX 10 min drive ## About this property ### Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge Hotel near Udawalawe National Park Consider a stay at Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge and take advantage of a free daily manager's reception, a coffee shop/cafe, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Treat yourself to a massage at the onsite spa. Enjoy the 24-hour gym, as well as activities like volleyball. In addition to a bar and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - An outdoor pool and a children's pool - Free self parking and extended parking - Full breakfast (surcharge), free bicycle rentals, and a safari - Luggage storage, concierge services, and tour/ticket assistance Room features All guestrooms at Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge boast thoughtful touches such as laptop-friendly workspaces and separate sitting areas, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes. Other conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with showers - Private yards, separate sitting areas, and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool, open 8 AM to 8 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15830000/15821000/15820942/84a63899.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort Udawalawa - Pool - Spa - Kids pool - Parking included 8.2 Very good 85 reviews CA $127 CA $166 total includes taxes & fees Mar 19 - Mar 20 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-19&endDate=2026-03-20&selected=15820942&PinnedHotelID=15820942&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20250000/20240500/20240492/72a492a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Centauria Wild Udawalawa - Pool - Spa - Kids pool - Free WiFi 8.6 Excellent 55 reviews CA $102 CA $134 total includes taxes & fees Mar 26 - Mar 27 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-26&endDate=2026-03-27&selected=20240492&PinnedHotelID=20240492&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12040000/12031000/12030945/64fb8429.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Elephant Trail Udawalawa - 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Free extended parking on site ### Food and drink - Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: USD 10 for adults and USD 5 for children - A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant - Free daily manager's reception ### Things to do - 24-hour gym - Bicycle repair station - Bicycle storage - Children's pool - Free bicycle rentals - Full-service spa - Outdoor pool - Safari - Volleyball ### Family friendly - Children's pool - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Lockers - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Full-service spa - Massage - Spa open daily ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No elevator - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Limited room service ### More - Access via exterior corridors - Connecting rooms available - Laptop workspace - Phone - Safe - Separate sitting area - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight Early check-in subject to availability Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 10 for adults and USD 5 for children 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 and cash Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### We should mention This property does not have elevators 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 Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge Hotel Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge Udawalawa Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge Hotel Udawalawa ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge have a pool? ### Is Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge? ### What time is check-out at Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge? ### Where is Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge Reviews 9.2 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 8.4 Amenities ### 10 Staff & service ### 9.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 7 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Ronelda Jan 30, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff were lovely and so welcoming. Rooms were clean and the grounds were beautiful. The location is peaceful and relaxing ##### Ronelda Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Martin Oct 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort We only spent one night, but loved the tranquility of the Safari Lodge. We were the late October, so there were very few guests (and it was quite inexpensive). The room was great, the garden surroundings so peaceful, and the breakfast was lovely. We had dinner at Garlic, the restaurant next door. Great place! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/366a6cc0-834a-474c-b3fa-252fa145a6a7-1761026839677.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/cc80dca0-3704-46ac-acd3-28cb55f2d69b-1761026839549.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/b9735b87-355a-41ee-8552-deb7454afdb5-1761026839683.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/c4c997eb-7a98-4daf-b2a1-5fb74a89af7a-1761026840170.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Martin Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris Dec 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Beautiful! The pictures do not do this place justice, it’s beautiful. The staff are super attentive and helpful! An oasis in nature ##### Chris Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Balasubramaniam Oct 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Yes ##### Balasubramaniam Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Franky Sep 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Personeel is vriendelijk, kamer was net en goed, balkon en frigo aanwezig. Zwembad was minder verzorg maar toch verfrissend ##### Franky Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### CHAO HSIN Aug 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 優質的住宿，親切的服務，方便去野生動物園 ##### CHAO HSIN Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024