Amba Kola Udawalawa

–Excellent location – show map
+78 photos
Scored 9.9
Rated exceptional

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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.

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Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • 2 restaurants
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.9)

Breakfast Info

Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Asian, Breakfast to go

Free private parking available at the hotel

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Availability

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1 queen bed
1 king bed
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1 twin bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Kevin
United States United States
“We loved our stay, Janik was a great host, he toured us around the area and to a temple, our morning drive was great, a little too exciting when we were charged by a bull elephant,almost tipping us over, a good story to tell, very comfortable...”
Robert
United States United States
“Fantastic staff and place to stay and eat. Great pool. Organic foods, breakfast included. Made to order lunch and dinner. Convenient sarfari using vehicle right at the hotel. New rooms, super cold air-conditioning. Best place to stay right across...”
Kaori
United States 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 United States
“Loved the warm welcome, hospitality was exceptional, and the food was amazing!”
Tony
United Kingdom 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 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...”
Lou
Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
“Fab stay. Beautiful room and lovely staff (specifically mamma, who is in charge of the kitchen and Rislan who tended to our every need and came on safari with us). Bar the two staff mentioned above, being completely honest we were here two...”
Nina
Australia Australia
“We loved everything about our stay at Amba Kola and can't recommend this place enough. The staff were exceptionally welcoming and attentive and organised everything for us, including the safari at Udawalawe shortly after we arrived. The rice and...”
Solveig
Germany 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 Australia
“They made you feel a part of the family. It's the most amazing experience, and I highly recommend staying here!!!”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

2 Restaurants On Site
Amba kola cafe
  • Cuisine
    Local • Asian
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional
Restaurant #2
  • Cuisine
    Asian • International
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Amba Kola Udawalawa takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 1 are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

1 - 2 years
Crib upon request
$11 per child, per night

Prices for cribs aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

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.