Amba Kola Udawalawa Hotel - Udawalawe
6.41151, 80.896182Overview
9.9-rated family-run hotel 5 minutes from Udawalawe National Park
Guest Rooms & Private Outdoor Showers
Amba Kola Udawalawa provides Superior King Rooms and Deluxe Double Rooms with private outdoor showers. Each air-conditioned room includes a mosquito net, bidet, hairdryer, and complimentary toiletries. The hotel uses handmade soap and shampoo in all bathrooms.
On-Site Dining & Cooking Classes
The hotel operates two restaurants serving local, Asian, and international cuisines with vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. Breakfast includes vegetarian, vegan, and Asian selections prepared by Swarna, who formerly ran the most popular restaurant in Ella. Guests can book a cooking class to learn 9 traditional Sri Lankan dishes using ingredients from the hotel's own garden.
Outdoor Pool & Open-Air Bath
An outdoor swimming pool is open all year for guest use. The property also features an open-air bath set within the garden. Sun loungers with cushions are available poolside.
Safari & Local Experiences
Amba Kola Udawalawa is located 5 miles from Udawalawe National Park, reachable in 5 minutes by car. The hotel organizes private safari tours with English-speaking guides who spot wildlife including elephants, crocodiles, and rare birds. Additional activities include guided village walks through sugar cane fields, bike tours, and visits to the elephant transit station.
Family & Pet-Friendly Policies
The hotel offers babysitting and child services for families traveling with children. Pets are allowed on the property. The family-run team provides laundry service, airport shuttle, and express check-in/check-out for all guests.
- Location: 5 minutes from Udawalawe National Park entrance
- Rooms: Superior King & Deluxe Double Rooms with outdoor showers
- Dining: Two restaurants, vegan & gluten-free options, cooking classes
- Wellness: Open-air bath & year-round outdoor pool
- Activities: Private safari tours, bike tours, cooking classes, village walks
- Family: Babysitting services & pet-friendly policy
Rooms and availability
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Essential information about Amba Kola Udawalawa Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 55 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 5.0 mi |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 27.7 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Mattala Rajapaksa International, HRI |
Location
- City landmarks