[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Sandalwood Cottage Hotel with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Udawalawe National Park ![Front of property - evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21910000/21903400/21903389/2b1e620f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21910000/21903400/21903389/946c14ea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Family Cottage](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21910000/21903400/21903389/da15aad8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Family Cottage | Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21910000/21903400/21903389/be86c54c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Gazebo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21910000/21903400/21903389/ca8f1270.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Sandalwood Cottage offers a quiet getaway with a relaxing garden, free breakfast, in-room WiFi, and an arcade/game room. Guests love its convenient location. 9.6 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Room service - 24/7 front desk - Housekeeping - Parking included - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 8 - Oct. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-08&endDate=2025-10-09&selected=21903389&PinnedHotelID=21903389&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-08&endDate=2025-10-09&selected=21903389&PinnedHotelID=21903389&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 9 - Oct. 10](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=21903389&PinnedHotelID=21903389&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=21903389&PinnedHotelID=21903389&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 10 - Oct. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=21903389&PinnedHotelID=21903389&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=21903389&PinnedHotelID=21903389&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 17 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=21903389&PinnedHotelID=21903389&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=21903389&PinnedHotelID=21903389&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21910000/21903400/21903389/b3fb4198.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room with Fan ### Highlights Furnished balcony Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Fan Separate bedroom Private bathroom Bidet - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Deluxe Family Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21910000/21903400/21903389/d1fd0c92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Family Room ### Highlights Furnished balcony Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Separate bedroom Ceiling fan Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom - Sleeps 6 - 3 Double Beds ![Traditional Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21910000/21903400/21903389/1eb64bab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Traditional Double Room ### Highlights Furnished balcony Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Separate bedroom Ceiling fan Private bathroom Bidet - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21910000/21903400/21903389/946c14ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Cottage ### Highlights Furnished balcony Separate dining area Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Separate bedroom Ceiling fan Rainfall showerhead - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 6 - 3 Double Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FUdawalawa-Hotels-Sandalwood-Cottage.h21903389.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FUdawalawa-Hotels-Sandalwood-Cottage.h21903389.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![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%7C6.39769%2C80.80565&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=nnkpt_TvpuVT0O-VXISVkJsKRwo=) 96 Junction, A18 Road, Udawalawa, Sabaragamuwa Province, 70180 #### What's nearby - Udawalawe National Park - 6 min drive - 6.6 km - Elephant Transit Home - 8 min drive - 7.3 km - Sankhapala Raja Maha Viharaya & Phussadewa Tomb - 10 min drive - 10.5 km - Maduwanwela Walawwa - 39 min drive - 41.6 km - Ridiyagama Safari Park - 48 min drive - 43.6 km #### Restaurants - ‪Kottawaththa Village Inn - ‬13 min walk - ‪vibeX - ‬2 min drive - ‪Saman Buffet - ‬9 min drive - ‪Elephant Trail Restaurant - ‬10 min drive - ‪Frozen Lemon - ‬8 min drive ## About this property ### Sandalwood Cottage Hotel near Udawalawe National Park Located close to Udawalawe Reservoir, Sandalwood Cottage provides free breakfast (local cuisine), a garden, and an arcade/game room. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a restaurant. Additional perks include: - Free self parking - Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and luggage storage - Barbecue grills, free newspapers, and a 24-hour front desk Room features All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and furnished balconies, in addition to perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and separate sitting areas. More amenities include: - Bidets and free toiletries - Separate sitting areas, electric kettles, and ceiling fans ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110870000/110865200/110865126/6d9d3a8c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Four Seasons Safari Resort udawalawa Udawalawa - Breakfast included - Spa - Parking included - Free WiFi CA $10 CA $12 total includes taxes & fees Oct 9 - Oct 10 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=110865126&PinnedHotelID=110865126&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110460000/110457200/110457199/1a75b371.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Avian Garden Udawalawe Udawalawe - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant CA $25 CA $30 total includes taxes & fees Oct 16 - Oct 17 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=110457199&PinnedHotelID=110457199&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108550000/108549400/108549386/7c276aca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Green Heaven Safari Resort Udawalawa Udawalawa - Breakfast included - Spa - Parking included - Free WiFi CA $26 CA $31 total includes taxes & fees Oct 9 - Oct 10 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=108549386&PinnedHotelID=108549386&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95870000/95862100/95862055/c4131fbd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kalu's Hideaway Udawalawe Udawalawa - Pool - Breakfast included - Spa - Parking included 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews CA $61 CA $84 total includes taxes & fees Oct 19 - Oct 20 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=95862055&PinnedHotelID=95862055&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35710000/35704100/35704009/9b4d380d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Max Safari Villa Udawalawa - Pool - Pet-friendly - Kids pool - Parking included CA $45 CA $55 total includes taxes & fees Nov 7 - Nov 8 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-08&selected=35704009&PinnedHotelID=35704009&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Garden view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25180000/25179900/25179808/0859a6ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hantara Udawalawa Udawalawa - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 9.0 Wonderful 28 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=25179808&PinnedHotelID=25179808&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge - Area shuttle (surcharge) - Free self parking on site - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Food and drink - Free local cuisine breakfast - A restaurant - Couples/private dining ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Bicycle rentals ### Family friendly - Arcade/game room - Children's games - Separate bedroom ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Free newspapers in lobby - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel ### More - 1 floor - 3 buildings - Designated smoking areas - Mosquito nets - Traditional architecture ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Bidet - Free toiletries - Slippers - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Food and drink - 24-hour room service - Electric kettle - Free bottled water ### More - Ceiling fan - Desk - Free daily newspapers - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Iron/ironing board - Laptop workspace - Safe - Separate sitting area ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 AM Early check-in subject to availability An early check-in fee will be charged Late check-in fee Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:30 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ## Important information ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: USD 75 per vehicle (one way) - Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability) - Late check-in fee 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 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 A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 31 ### Property is also known as Sandalwood Cottage Embilipitiya Sandalwood Embilipitiya Sandalwood Cottage Hotel Sandalwood Cottage Udawalawa Sandalwood Cottage Hotel Udawalawa ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sandalwood Cottage pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Sandalwood Cottage? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Sandalwood Cottage? > Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 AM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). ### What time is check-out at Sandalwood Cottage? > Check-out is at 10:30 AM. ### Does Sandalwood Cottage provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 75 per vehicle applies. ### Where is Sandalwood Cottage located? > Situated in a rural location, this hotel is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Udawalawe National Park and within 20 mi (32 km) of Udawalawe Reservoir and Maduwanwela Walawwa. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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