Name: Nil Diya Mankada Safari Lodge
Address: C D E Place, Walawegama, Udawalawe, Srilanka, 70190 Udawalawe, Sri Lanka, C D E Place, Walawegama, Udawalawe, Srilanka, Ratnapura District, 70190, Sri Lanka
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $60 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.2

Nil Diya Mankada Safari Lodge

C D E Place, Walawegama, Udawalawe, Srilanka, 70190 Udawalawe, Sri Lanka – Great location - show map

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Guests who stayed here loved

“wonderful lodge with pool and lush gardens next to the national park. wonderful manager and staff. thank you!”

David

United Arab Emirates

“Spacious, clean, and family-oriented! Our room had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The hotel’s service and amenities exceeded our expectations. Highly recommended!”

Tomass

Latvia

“Beautiful hotel to relax and go for Safari. Closed to the national park . Dinner and breakfast buffet good selections. Comfortable room with well designed. Great hotel. “Ideal for families! Our...”

Daniels

United States Minor Outlying Islands

“SUPERB HOTEL TO RELAX AND GO FOR SAFARI. VERY COMFORTABLE MODERN ROOMS.STAFF WERE HELPFULL. WITH THE HUGE SWIMMING POOL ,WELL MAINTAINED GARDEN AND THE DELICIOUS FOOD EXCEEDED OUR EXPECTATION.”

Marks

Latvia

“We would highly recommend this hotel. Food is up to standard. Lovely garden with huge trees. Beatiful rooms with the balcony. Pool table and with many activities we enjoyed well. location was very...”

Robert

Latvia

“It was hard to find, and on a steep entrance - but once arrived - the hosts were absolutely amazing and lovely. The views were sensational, and the walk into town took 10mins along train track...”

Katrina

Australia

“AN AMAZING HOTEL TO UNWIND AND GO SAFARI. SUPERB MODERN ROOMS ARE PROVIDED.THE STAFF WAS ADVOCATE. Our expectations were exceeded by the large swimming pool, beautifully maintained garden, and...”

Ravindu

Sri Lanka

“I had the most amazing experience ever. The owner was so welcoming. The lodge was super authentic and cute and had the safari theme. I couldn’t recommend this enough.”

Maya

United Kingdom

“Thank you for the most beautiful stay at Nil Diya Mankada Safari Lodge! We truly wish we could have stayed longer than 1 night! From the time of arrival, we felt so welcomed. The facilities,...”

The

Australia

“Our family of 7 had a wonderful stay at Hotel Nil Diya Mankada. The rooms were clean, modern, and filled with natural materials. The staff was attentive and helpful, and the hotel grounds were...”

Rebecca

United Kingdom

Categories:

Staff

9.1

Facilities

8.5

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.5

Value for money

8.8

Location

8.9

Free Wifi

8.8

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Nil Diya Mankada Safari Lodge is located in Udawalawe, 5.6 mi from Udawalawe National Park. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Free WiFi is featured throughout the property and free private parking is available on site. All air-conditioned rooms include a seating area to relax in after a busy day. Each room has a private bathroom fitted with a shower. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hair dryer. You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property. The area is popular for cycling and fishing. The hotel also offers bike hire and car hire. Safaris can be arranged by the property. The nearest airport is Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport, 30 mi from Nil Diya Mankada Safari Lodge.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Breakfast Info

Vegetarian, Gluten-free, American, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Private parking at the hotel

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Availability

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Room Type

Number of guests

Deluxe Double Room

1 full bed

Super Deluxe Triple Room

1 twin bed

and

1 full bed

Family Suite

2 full beds

Super Deluxe Family Room

2 twin beds

and

1 king bed

Super Deluxe Triple Room with Garden View

1 twin bed

and

1 full bed

Standard Triple Room

1 twin bed

and

1 king bed

Standard Double Room

1 king bed

Double Room

1 queen bed

Superior Double Room

1 full bed

Guest reviews

Review score

Categories:

Staff

9.1

Facilities

8.5

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.5

Value for money

8.8

Location

8.9

Free Wifi

8.8

Guests who stayed here loved

David
United Arab Emirates
“wonderful lodge with pool and lush gardens next to the national park. wonderful manager and staff. thank you!”
Tomass
Latvia
“Spacious, clean, and family-oriented! Our room had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The hotel’s service and amenities exceeded our expectations. Highly recommended!”
Daniels
United States Minor Outlying Islands
“Beautiful hotel to relax and go for Safari. Closed to the national park . Dinner and breakfast buffet good selections. Comfortable room with well designed. Great hotel. “Ideal for families! Our room was spacious, comfortable, and had all the...”
Marks
Latvia
“SUPERB HOTEL TO RELAX AND GO FOR SAFARI. VERY COMFORTABLE MODERN ROOMS.STAFF WERE HELPFULL. WITH THE HUGE SWIMMING POOL ,WELL MAINTAINED GARDEN AND THE DELICIOUS FOOD EXCEEDED OUR EXPECTATION.”
Robert
Latvia
“We would highly recommend this hotel. Food is up to standard. Lovely garden with huge trees. Beatiful rooms with the balcony. Pool table and with many activities we enjoyed well. location was very close to Udawalawa national park and elephant...”
Katrina
Australia
“It was hard to find, and on a steep entrance - but once arrived - the hosts were absolutely amazing and lovely. The views were sensational, and the walk into town took 10mins along train track breakfast was hugh, and delicious. We wish we stayed...”
R
Ravindu
Sri Lanka
“AN AMAZING HOTEL TO UNWIND AND GO SAFARI. SUPERB MODERN ROOMS ARE PROVIDED.THE STAFF WAS ADVOCATE. Our expectations were exceeded by the large swimming pool, beautifully maintained garden, and delicious food.”
Maya
United Kingdom
“I had the most amazing experience ever. The owner was so welcoming. The lodge was super authentic and cute and had the safari theme. I couldn’t recommend this enough.”
The
Australia
“Thank you for the most beautiful stay at Nil Diya Mankada Safari Lodge! We truly wish we could have stayed longer than 1 night! From the time of arrival, we felt so welcomed. The facilities, including the pool, garden, and reception area, were...”
Rebecca
United Kingdom
“Our family of 7 had a wonderful stay at Hotel Nil Diya Mankada. The rooms were clean, modern, and filled with natural materials. The staff was attentive and helpful, and the hotel grounds were stunning. We also enjoyed a great safari tour...”

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

Ali Mankada Restaurant
- Open for
  Breakfast • Dinner
- Ambience
  Family-friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
- Dietary options
  Halal • Kosher • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Nil Diya Mankada Safari Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Property practices

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House rules
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Check-in

From 14:00 to 22:00

Check-out

From 11:30 to 12:00

Cancellation/ prepayment

Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

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 not allowed.

Accepted payment methods

Cash

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that Jeep safari can be arranged at a surcharge.

Please note that pick-up and drop facility can be provided at a surcharge. Please contact the property for more details.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Nil Diya Mankada Safari Lodge is 1.7 miles from the center of Udawalawe. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
Nil Diya Mankada Safari Lodge has 1 restaurant:
- Ali Mankada Restaurant
Yes, Nil Diya Mankada Safari Lodge is popular with guests booking family stays.
Room options at Nil Diya Mankada Safari Lodge include:
- Double
- Triple
- Family
Check-in at Nil Diya Mankada Safari Lodge is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.
Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
Nil Diya Mankada Safari Lodge offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Spa
- Fitness center
- Massage
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Playground
- Pool table
- Tennis court
- Fishing
- Darts
- Couples' massage
- Themed dinners
- Spa/Wellness packages
- Swimming pool
- Entertainment staff
- Walking tours
- Spa lounge/Relaxation area
- Bicycle rental
- Hand massage
- Live sports events (broadcast)
- Neck massage
- Locker rooms
- Nightclub/DJ
- Live music/Performance
- Spa facilities
- Bike tours
- Head massage
- Archery
- Back massage
- Fitness
- Foot bath
- Full-body massage
- Foot massage
The prices at Nil Diya Mankada Safari Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.