Nil Diya Mankada Safari Lodge - Udawalawe
6.41798, 80.84061Guests of the 4-star Nil Diya Mankada Safari Lodge Udawalawe hotel can enjoy access to Srilanka Best Safari, located about 25 minutes' walk away. Featuring 36 rooms with views of the pool, the smoke-free hotel is 1.7 miles from Udawalawa Elephant Orphanage.
Location
The center of Udawalawe is a 20 minutes' walk of this resort. Uda Walawe Reservoir is 30 minutes by foot from the property.
There is Udawalawe bus stop just a minute's drive from the hotel. The nearest airport is Mattala Rajapaksa International, 38 miles from Nil Diya Mankada Safari Lodge hotel.
Rooms
The air-conditioned rooms come with a personal safe, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as a mini-fridge-bar and coffee/tea making facilities. Along with a stone fireplace, they also have a writing table. For more comfort, hair dryers and bath sheets, along with a bidet and a spa bathtub, are provided.
Eat & Drink
The à la carte Ali Mankada restaurant is a great feature of the Nil Diya Mankada Safari Lodge. Guests are welcome to the lounge bar to relax with a drink. The bar area includes a lounge area.
Leisure & Business
This Udawalawe property features a swimming pool and a fitness center to help guests stay in shape. Guests are welcome to participate in bike loans and bicycle usage. The Udawalawe hotel features a full-service spa and a spa salon to add to a perfect stay.
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed
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Garden view
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Shower
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Balcony
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Max:4 persons
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Garden view
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Shower
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Fireplace
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:Sleeping arrangements for 3 persons
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Shower
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Fireplace
Essential information about Nil Diya Mankada Safari Lodge
💵 Lowest room price | 61 US$ |
📏 Distance to center | 1.2 mi |
🗺️ Location rating | 9.2 |
✈️ Distance to airport | 35.4 mi |
🧳 Nearest airport | Mattala Rajapaksa International, HRI |
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Reviews of Nil Diya Mankada Safari Lodge
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missingWrote a review on Sept 05
Great value for money, the room was comfortable and spacious. The location was perfect for accessing Udawalawe National Park. The staff went above and beyond to make our stay enjoyable.
Food for breakfast could have been more varied.
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missingWrote a review on Sept 02
The hotel is located in a secluded area near a safari, a short walk away from a forest where you can see amazing wildlife and beautiful nature.
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missingWrote a review on Sept 02
Nice hotel with lovely team with a very grumpy manager. Amazing remote location, just next door to udhawalawe national park, non visible areas, and a beautiful and well kept garden. Also, to nature feel.
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missingWrote a review on Sept 02
Private parking on-site provided. Functional room, modern for what the breakfast was. The best and great breakfast with Western Food for all tastes.
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missingWrote a review on Aug 11
I had a wonderful stay at this luxurious safari lodge. The rooms were quite comfortable and had a lovely garden outlook. I especially enjoyed the small porch attached to my room. The hotel provided all the necessary amenities such as a fridge and tea and coffee making facilities, making my stay even more convenient. The pool was a good size and impeccably clean. The hotel grounds were beautifully maintained, providing a shady and green environment. I loved seeing the abundance of birds flying around, it made me feel truly connected to nature.
I would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone seeking a luxurious and comfortable stay.
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missingWrote a review on Aug 08
The room had great beds and amenities like an electric kettle, mini fridge bar, and air conditioner. the delicious breakfast with Western food was a nice touch. the lodge is located in an excellent remote location near a great elephant sanctuary and offers easy access to safaris and hidden areas.
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missingWrote a review on Jun 01
The hotel had a well-maintained pool area and nice grounds. the rooms were spacious and comfortable, offering a good value for the price. the location of the hotel was convenient for taking a morning and evening safari, allowing us to see a variety of animals within the national park.
We found the service to be slow in the restaurant, although the quality of the food was good. the cleanliness of the rooms left something to be desired, with insects and dirty towels present.
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missingWrote a review on Jun 01
We had a great weekend getaway, enjoying the many activities the hotel had on offer, including a generous-sized pool, cycle rentals, and a rope climbing course. The view from our room's outdoor seating area was magnificent, surrounded by lush greenery. the hotel staff was very helpful and accommodating throughout our stay.
There were a few downsides to our weekend at the hotel. The food was pricey and not well-prepared, and some of the furnishings were worn out.
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missingWrote a review on Mar 25
We felt like royalty, nothing was too much trouble. Staff were incredibly welcoming and friendly, always happy to help. Grounds were beautiful with a great swimming pool and lots of greenery. Rooms were clean, comfortable, and in spacious cottages. Buffet catered to different tastes.
Felt like royalty, nothing too much trouble.
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missingWrote a review on Mar 25
The hotel's location is ideal for safari-goers as it is close to the Udawalawe park entrance, allowing for early morning and evening safari tours. the rooms are spacious and comfortable, and the bathrooms have powerful hot showers. the staff is friendly and helpful and can arrange safari tours and transportation.
The restaurant service can be slow, and the food quality may not meet expectations.
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missingWrote a review on Feb 26
Friendly staff, clean bungalows, great safari, excellent driver, beautiful pool.
Nothing could have been better.
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missingWrote a review on Jan 30
The location of this hotel was perfect for our safari adventure, being so close to the park. The hotel facilities were great, including a playground and swimming pool for children. The staff was very friendly and provided excellent service. We also appreciated the cleanliness of the hotel.
No issues.
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missingWrote a review on Jan 18
Our family stayed at this lovely resort for a relaxing getaway. We wanted to explore the nearby national park, so the location was perfect. The pool and spa center were a great way to unwind after a day of safari. The staff went above and beyond to make my son's birthday special with a delicious cake. The main waiter provided exceptional service, and the manager was extremely helpful with organizing transportation. This hotel is perfect for young couples with children, offering a swimming pool, play area, and archery.
Can't recommend this hotel highly enough.
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missingWrote a review on Dec 10
The pool is fantastic, set in a beautiful location, and the rooms are stylish and clean. The staff are friendly and attentive.
The restaurant service was slow and the food was not great and overpriced.
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missingWrote a review on Nov 19
The location of the hotel near the national park was convenient for our early morning safari. The buffet breakfast and dinner were delicious, with a variety of local and Western food options. The pool was clean and provided a relaxing atmosphere, perfect for families.
There were a few negative aspects of our stay. The rooms were not as clean as we expected, with ants crawling around.