Leel’s Safari Cottage

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Scored 10
Rated exceptional

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10

Cheapest option at this property with free cancellation for 2 adults, 1 child

1 × Triple Room with Garden View
Price for:
Max adults: 3
Beds: 1 twin bed , 1 full bed
Free cancellation before 6:00 PM on October 3, 2025
No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Breakfast included
$32 per night
Price $95
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Leel’s Safari Cottage in Udawalawe offers a 3-star hotel experience with a garden, terrace, restaurant, and free WiFi. Guests enjoy private check-in and check-out, paid shuttle service, and free on-site parking. Dining Options: The family-friendly restaurant serves Asian cuisine with halal, kosher, vegetarian, and vegan options. Breakfast includes local specialties, warm dishes, juice, pancakes, and fruits. Lunch and dinner are available in a traditional, modern, or romantic ambiance. Convenient Location: Located 7.5 mi from Udawalawe National Park and 35 mi from Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport, the hotel provides walking tours and easy access to deserts and safaris. Guests appreciate the convenience for nature trips and family-friendly environment.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 10.0 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.9)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Asian, American, Breakfast to go

Free private parking available at the hotel

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Recommended for 2 adults, 1 child

1 × Triple Room with Garden View
Price for:
Max adults: 3
Beds: 1 twin bed , 1 full bed
Free cancellation before 6:00 PM on October 3, 2025
No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Breakfast included
$32 per night
Price $95
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
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Triple Room with Garden View
Recommended for 2 adults, 1 child
  • 1 twin bed and
  • 1 full bed
215 feet²
Garden view
Air conditioning
Patio
Attached bathroom
Free Wifi
  • Free toiletries
  • Bidet
  • Toilet
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels
  • Linens
  • Socket near the bed
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Desk
  • Private entrance
  • Mosquito net
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
  • Hairdryer
  • Fan
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
  • Carpeted
  • Electric kettle
  • Wake-up service
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Clothes rack
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Toilet paper
  • Hand sanitizer
Max adults: 3
$32 per night
Price $95
Excluded: 11 % VAT, 1 % City tax
  • Full English breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 6:00 PM on October 3, 2025
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • No credit card needed
  • discount may be available
Max adults: 2
$28 per night
Price $85
Excluded: 11 % VAT, 1 % City tax
  • Full English breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 6:00 PM on October 3, 2025
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • No credit card needed
  • discount may be available
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
$25 per night
Price $76
Excluded: 11 % VAT, 1 % City tax
  • Full English breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 6:00 PM on October 3, 2025
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • No credit card needed
  • discount may be available
Double Room with Patio
  • 1 full bed
215 feet²
Free Wifi
Max adults: 2
$35 per night
Price $105
Excluded: 11 % VAT, 1 % City tax
  • Full English breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 6:00 PM on October 3, 2025
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • No credit card needed
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
$32 per night
Price $95
Excluded: 11 % VAT, 1 % City tax
  • Full English breakfast included
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Tina
    Italy Italy
    “My stay in this house felt like a dream. The entrance to the room is surrounded by greenery, giving the impression of being in the middle of the jungle. We also had a safari organized with them, led by a young and capable guide, and it was a...”
  • Brant
    United States United States
    “Hidden away are two magic rooms at the back of this property run by Leel and his family. Super comfortable and perfect for a relaxing couple days. The national park is the main draw for the area and Leel himself arranged and guided us and shared a...”
  • Noy
    Israel Israel
    “We had the most amazing time at Leel’s Safari cottage! The room was perfect—super clean, beautifully designed, with air conditioning and a hot water. You can really tell how much effort they put into making everything just right. It felt so cozy...”
  • Mikhail
    Russia Russia
    “This place is a rare find in Sri Lanka. Trust the pictures, it is everything that is shown and more. The green view from the coziest terrace is so vivid, it was eye popping. Great breakfasts and hospitality. The owner is a man of many talents.”
  • Dominic
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “We stayed in one of two lovely rooms built away from the house with their own garden in woodland (felt like jungle). Spent part of an afternoon sitting in a swinging seat watching a mongoose trotting to and fro across the garden! Fantastic...”
  • Dale
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Everything was perfect.. Room best we’ve had..even saw a mongoose from our bed..also the food and the safari was beyond our expectations ..Such a lovely family and Leel was the perfect host. His nephew drove us to Elle in his brand new hybrid...”
  • Fergal
    Brazil Brazil
    “Leels Cottage absolutely exceeded our expectations, the cottage really is a luscious private haven and I wouldn’t change a thing. The room is so stylish and the photos don’t do it justice. The safari was absolutely amazing and Leel pulled over a...”
  • Aileen
    Australia Australia
    “Leel and his family really made us feel at home and even surprised me with a birthday cake. The property is a lush leafy oasis in Udawalawe and the home cooking was exceptional. We also organised our safari with Leel and he expertly guided us...”
  • Ruth
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Leel was absolutely great, we had a lovely stay here! The whole family were so helpful and friendly. We went on safari with Leel which was so easy and it was amazing we saw soooo many animals including elephants and crocodiles! We also had dinner...”
  • Sara
    Maldives Maldives
    “Leel and his family are the most amazing people, and the property is just beautiful! The rooms are what I'd call Sri Lankan jungle-chich, very curated clean and comfy. We had lunch, dinner and a breakfast on-the-go and the food was always...”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      Asian
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Kosher • Vegetarian • Vegan

House rules

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Check-in
From 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Check-out
From 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.