Title: Lizard Safari Lodge - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=31627258&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Lizard Safari Lodge Travelers find their own rhythm at Lizard Safari Lodge with convenient luggage storage and barbecue grills nestled among natural surroundings ## Photo gallery for Lizard Safari Lodge ![Interior - Lizard Safari Lodge (Udawalawa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31630000/31627300/31627258/ecf167ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Restaurant - Lizard Safari Lodge (Udawalawa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31630000/31627300/31627258/6f93a61c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Lizard Safari Lodge (Udawalawa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31630000/31627300/31627258/890d884b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Family Room - Lizard Safari Lodge (Udawalawa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31630000/31627300/31627258/5769d549.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Balcony - Lizard Safari Lodge (Udawalawa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31630000/31627300/31627258/35cdec09.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The natural charm of Lizard Safari Lodge pairs perfectly with modern comforts. Guests can relax in the garden, borrow bikes, or enjoy a continental breakfast. Amenities include free WiFi, dry cleaning services, and a welcoming bar. ## Reviews 8.6 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning - Bar ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-05&endDate=2026-03-06&selected=31627258&PinnedHotelID=31627258&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-05&endDate=2026-03-06&selected=31627258&PinnedHotelID=31627258&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-07&selected=31627258&PinnedHotelID=31627258&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-07&selected=31627258&PinnedHotelID=31627258&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=31627258&PinnedHotelID=31627258&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=31627258&PinnedHotelID=31627258&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=31627258&PinnedHotelID=31627258&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=31627258&PinnedHotelID=31627258&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds 2 beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room ![Deluxe Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31630000/31627300/31627258/6852774f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room ### Highlights Balcony or patio Soundproofed Air conditioning Private bathroom Daily housekeeping In-room safe Desk - Garden view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Family Room ![Family Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31630000/31627300/31627258/5769d549.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room ### Highlights Balcony or patio Soundproofed Air conditioning Fan Private bathroom Daily housekeeping In-room safe Desk - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Triple Room ![In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31630000/31627300/31627258/279f9dc4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Triple Room ### Highlights Balcony or patio Soundproofed Air conditioning Fan Private bathroom Daily housekeeping In-room safe Desk - Sleeps 3 - 1 Twin Futon and 1 King 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) [View more Guest houses in Udawalawa](https://www.expedia.ca/Udawalawa-Guest-Houses.d553248635975950149-aaGuestHouses.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C6.41181%2C80.81640&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=kG_PDdqQf4Qn8ph7ZnoYpT9vrHQ=) 1038/3, Mudunmankada Rd, Udawalawa, SG, 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 4 min drive \- 1.9 km - Elephant Transit Home 6 min drive \- 2.6 km - Ridiyagama Safari Park 45 min drive \- 43.7 km - Maduwanwela Walawwa 46 min drive \- 43.8 km - Lunugamvehera National Park 49 min drive \- 48.8 km ### Restaurants - Kottawaththa Village Inn 6 min drive - Grand Toscana Restaurant 4 min drive - Craft Tunnel: A Potter’s Retreat 13 min drive - Elephant Trail Restaurant 11 min drive - vibeX 6 min drive ## About this property ### Lizard Safari Lodge Guesthouse near Udawalawe National Park Consider a stay at Lizard Safari Lodge and take advantage of free continental breakfast, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a restaurant. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - Free self parking - Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and express check-in - Luggage storage, a front-desk safe, and barbecue grills Room features All guestrooms at Lizard Safari Lodge include perks such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes. 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Check-in end time: 9:00 PM Early check-in subject to availability Late check-in subject to availability Express check-in available Minimum check-in age: 15 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:30 AM Late check-out subject to availability ### Special check-in instructions 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 9:00 PM 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 Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a 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 cash 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 ### Property is also known as Lizard Safari Lodge Udawalawa Lizard Safari Lodge Embilipitiya Lizard Safari Embilipitiya Guesthouse Lizard Safari Lodge Embilipitiya Embilipitiya Lizard Safari Lodge Guesthouse Guesthouse Lizard Safari Lodge Lizard Safari Lizard Safari Embilipitiya Lizard Safari Lodge Udawalawa Lizard Safari Lodge Guesthouse Lizard Safari Lodge Guesthouse Udawalawa ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Lizard Safari Lodge pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Lizard Safari Lodge? ### What time is check-out at Lizard Safari Lodge? ### Does Lizard Safari Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Lizard Safari Lodge located? ### Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Lizard Safari Lodge Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent 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) ### 8.6 Cleanliness ### 7.6 Amenities ### 9.6 Staff & service ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Jan 5, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service The manager, Nandu, was really helpful in setting up morning safari for us on short notice after our previous accommodation fell through. The breakfast and dinner were hearty and super affordable. It’s not exactly 5 or even 3 star accommodation (AC leaked onto the bed and the bathroom had some flies), but for value for the money it’s a good pick. We saw tons of elephants on safari. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Apr 20, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We had a fantastic stay at Lizard Safari Lodge. The rooms are clean and well kept, with a nice big bed, mosquito net and fan. Our room had a balcony which was great to sit out on in the late afternoon. Dinner was delicious on both nights of our stay (as was breakfast) with a good selection of food and very generous portion sizes! Nandu could not have been kinder, taking us on a tour of the village and to a local swimming spot on the afternoon of our arrival, and providing snacks and ice creams. He also organised our safari in Udawalawe with an experienced driver who ensured we had a fantastic and memorable day. All in all a great Lodge, with friendly, knowledgeable and helpful staff making it one of the highlights of our trip. Highly recommended! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### PM, La Crosse Wisconsin Mar 30, 2019 It was not at all like the photos. Under construction and smelled like wet concrete. Expected to walk through a common bathroom to get to our room. Redeeming grace, his brother has a nearby lodge, Ele Camp, also in Udawalawa, where we were given a nice room at same price. A nice situation with pool, grounds and restaurant. ##### PM Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller Mar 14, 2019 Liked: Staff & service Staff really friendly and helpful, we weren’t expecting 5 star but visit marred by the rat that gnawed through our backpack while in the bedroom and ate some biscuits that were in their. It also ate some of the soap in the bathroom ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Feb 5, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort 10 min walk into city centre, clean rooms with nice safari feel (wood/stone). Amazing breakfast with heaps of variety, best we’ve had in Sri Lanka ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Feb 1, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Great stop over the night before our safari! Delicious BBQ for dinner and packed lunch to take on safari. Room was like a tree house, cosy, clean and nice to hear the wildlife outside whilst we slept! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Feb 1, 2019 Liked: Staff & service Hands down, some of the best hospitality in Sri Lanka. Mandu (manager/owner) was accommodating and super kind and helpful. Really, this place is all about hospitality which is why I believe it is an excellent location for anyone looking for a real taste of Sri Lanka. If you want 4 star amenities and are all about hotel luxury, look elsewhere. If you want a great, safe place to stay with a bit of local feel to it, this is for you. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jan 26, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Definitely give this place a shot. The food was homemade, fresh, and incredible (maybe the best we had in all of Sri Lanka.) The staff were friendly and helpful and willing to go out of their way to help make your stay enjoyable. When you take the price into account, this is really an incredible value. We stayed in a downstairs room but we did see that there was an open air accommodation upstairs that provided mosquito nets for sleeping. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Mar 25, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Mar 10, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019