Title: Lavendish Wild Safari Resort - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=45706232&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Lavendish Wild Safari Resort Escape to nature’s wonderland. Explore the great outdoors by bike or simply relax at your leisure by the pool. ## Photo gallery for Lavendish Wild Safari Resort ![Outdoor pool - Lavendish Wild Safari Resort (Maraka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45710000/45706300/45706232/c7e03941.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Lavendish Wild Safari Resort (Maraka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45710000/45706300/45706232/47974c17.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant - Lavendish Wild Safari Resort (Maraka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45710000/45706300/45706232/b51b7f92.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby - Lavendish Wild Safari Resort (Maraka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45710000/45706300/45706232/624c2a39.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Lavendish Wild Safari Resort (Maraka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45710000/45706300/45706232/257bb8a9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Nestled in a national park, Lavendish Wild Safari Resort offers an idyllic escape with its daily manager's reception, where you can mingle and unwind. Take advantage of the outdoor pool, children's pool, playground and garden to create unforgettable memories; stay connected with free in-room WiFi or grab a coffee at the coffee shop/cafe. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning - Breakfast available ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec. 26 - Dec. 27](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-27&selected=45706232&PinnedHotelID=45706232&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-27&selected=45706232&PinnedHotelID=45706232&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec. 27 - Dec. 28](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-27&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=45706232&PinnedHotelID=45706232&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-27&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=45706232&PinnedHotelID=45706232&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec. 26 - Dec. 28](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=45706232&PinnedHotelID=45706232&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=45706232&PinnedHotelID=45706232&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan. 2 - Jan. 4](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=45706232&PinnedHotelID=45706232&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=45706232&PinnedHotelID=45706232&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 2 of 2 rooms ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room ![Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45710000/45706300/45706232/73cf4a96.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room ### Highlights Balcony Separate dining area Soundproofed Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Fan Hair dryer Private bathroom - 350 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Triple Room ![Deluxe Triple Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45710000/45706300/45706232/e9b99a4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Triple Room ### Highlights Balcony Separate dining area Soundproofed Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Fan Hair dryer Private bathroom - 450 sq ft - Lake view - Sleeps 3 - 1 Twin Bed and 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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Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and a playground. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - An outdoor pool and a children's pool - Free self parking - Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) - Express check-out, express check-in, and barbecue grills Room features All guestrooms at Lavendish Wild Safari Resort have perks such as air conditioning and separate dining areas, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs. 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) - Free self parking on site - Limited onsite self parking ### Food and drink - Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: LKR 6 for adults and LKR 3 for children - A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant - Coffee and tea in common areas - Free daily manager's reception - Snack bar/deli ### Things to do - Bicycle rentals - Children's pool - Outdoor pool - Playground ### Family friendly - Children's pool - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool - Playground - Separate in-room dining area - Snack bar/deli - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - In a national park - Picnic area - Terrace ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - Banquet hall - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Separate dining area ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Desk chair - Fan - Iron/ironing board on request - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight Early check-in subject to availability Contactless check-in available Express check-in available ### Check-out Check-out before 11:30 AM Late check-out subject to availability A late check-out fee will be charged Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - midnight Front desk staffed during limited hours This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 20 and up; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 7 days prior to check-in Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately LKR 6 for adults and LKR 3 for children - Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) - Housekeeping is available for an additional 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 accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a security system 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 No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as Lavendish Wild Safari Maraka Lavendish Wild Safari Resort Hotel Lavendish Wild Safari Resort Maraka Lavendish Wild Safari Resort Hotel Maraka ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Lavendish Wild Safari Resort have a pool? ### Is Lavendish Wild Safari Resort pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Lavendish Wild Safari Resort? ### What time is check-out at Lavendish Wild Safari Resort? ### Does Lavendish Wild Safari Resort provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Lavendish Wild Safari Resort located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Lavendish Wild Safari Resort Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional 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) ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 8.8 Amenities ### 10 Staff & service ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 9.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anne Feb 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very friendly staff, lovely room with an amazing view. Beautiful pool in a lovely spot. ##### Anne Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephen Feb 27, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Safe, relaxing and comfortable stay near Wasgamuwa National Park. The proprietor and staff could not have been more helpful, organising a safari and onward transport to Habarana. Food was buffet-style with plenty of options, plentiful and tasty. ##### Stephen Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Mar 29, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The staff was very friendly The views from the rooms were amazing to wake up to Hptel is clean as well as the Rooms, towels and linen too Food was really nice, very tasty sri lankan authentic food. All the staff helped in all the needs Village safari was expensive - doesnt worth the price as we just drove on a newly built up road. The room needs basic kettle and tea, suger and milk - Guest shoulnt be charged for tea when its not provided in the room Was very disapointed to see buddhist monks in the hotel pool swimming ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotels near Boston Harbor](https://www.expedia.ca/Boston-Harbor-Hotels.0-l553248634340925170-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Halifax - Dartmouth](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Suites-By-Hilton-Halifax-Dartmouth.h2432733.Hotel-Information) > > [FOX JAFFNA by Fox Resorts](https://www.expedia.ca/Jaffna-Hotels-FOX-JAFFNA-By-Fox-Resorts.h17399149.Hotel-Information) > > [The Plaza - A Fairmont Managed Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-The-Plaza-Hotel.h28044.Hotel-Information) > > [98 Acres Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Ella-Hotels-98-Acres-Resort-Spa.h15504051.Hotel-Information) > > [Rove Downtown Dubai](https://www.expedia.ca/Dubai-Hotels-Rove-Downtown-Dubai.h13561574.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Port Hardy](https://www.expedia.ca/Port-Hardy-Hotels.d4151.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Puerto Vallarta](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Vallarta-Hotels.d180016.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotel Riu Sri Lanka - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Ahungalla-Hotels-Hotel-Riu-Sri-Lanka-All-Inclusive.h14754284.Hotel-Information) > > [Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Weligama-Hotels-Weligama-Bay-Marriott-Resort-Spa.h19413442.Hotel-Information) > > [Le Méridien Wien](https://www.expedia.ca/Vienna-Hotels-Le-Meridien-Wien.h922305.Hotel-Information) > > [Breathless Riviera Cancun Resort & Spa - Adults Only - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Cancun-Hotels-Breathless-Riviera-Cancun-Resort-Spa-Adults-Only.h11868477.Hotel-Information) > > [Shangri-La Hambantota](https://www.expedia.ca/Hambantota-Hotels-Shangri-La-Hambantota.h15083331.Hotel-Information) > > [SpringHill Suites Marriott Ft Lauderdale Airport/Cruise Port](https://www.expedia.ca/Fort-Lauderdale-Hotels-SpringHill-Suites-Marriott-Ft-Lauderdale-AirportCruise-Port.h201074.Hotel-Information) > > [Weligama Bay Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Weligama-Hotels-Weligama-Bay-Resort.h1487820.Hotel-Information) > > [Home2 Suites by Hilton West Edmonton, Alberta, Canada](https://www.expedia.ca/Edmonton-Hotels-Home2-Suites-By-Hilton-West-Edmonton.h8289115.Hotel-Information) > > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in Greece](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Greece-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d67-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) ### Flights > [Flights from LON-All Airports to NYC-All Airports](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/lon/nyc/london-to-new-york) > > [Flights from Montreal (YUL) to Berlin (BER)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yul/ber/montreal-to-berlin) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Delhi (DEL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/del/calgary-to-delhi) > > [Flights from Bangkok (BKK) to Narita (NRT)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/bkk/nrt/bangkok-to-tokyo) > > [Flights from Goffs (YHZ) to St. George's Parish (BDA)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yhz/bda/halifax-to-st-georges) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Piarco (POS)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/pos/vancouver-to-port-of-spain) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Calgary (YYC)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/yyc/vancouver-to-calgary) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Orlando (MCO)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/mco/calgary-to-orlando) > > [Flights from Billy Bishop Toronto City to NYC-All Airports](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ytz/nyc/toronto-to-new-york) > > [Flights from Barcelona (BCN) to Delhi (DEL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/bcn/del/barcelona-to-delhi) ### Packages