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1. The Countryside Udawalawe

0.8 km from Elephant Transit Home

Nicholas

NT$1,193

NT$1,633 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

2. Mansala Safari House

2.8 km from Elephant Transit Home

Hannah

NT$1,201

NT$1,418 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

Deluxe Triple Room | In-room safe, laptop workspace, soundproofing, WiFi (free)

3. Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge

2.8 km from Elephant Transit Home

Ronelda

NT$1,432

NT$1,690 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

Outdoor pool, open 8 AM to 8:30 PM, pool umbrellas

4. Hotel Athgira

1.2 km from Elephant Transit Home

Geoff

NT$894

NT$1,160 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

Family Room | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, WiFi (free)

5. Lizard Safari Lodge

1.6 km from Elephant Transit Home

Anonymous traveler

NT$695

NT$902 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

Outdoor pool, open 8 AM to 8 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

6. Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort

1.4 km from Elephant Transit Home

Lars Toft

NT$2,624

NT$3,436 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Garden View | Soundproofing, WiFi (free)

7. Ivory Safari House

2.3 km from Elephant Transit Home

Michael

NT$378

NT$446 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

Luxury House, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | WiFi (free)

8. Dil Lanka Safari Resort

2.8 km from Elephant Transit Home

"Unfortunately I am not able to review Dil Lanka Safari Resort, because when we arrived, the manager was very surprised to see us and said that he had no booking from us (three people, two rooms). Ultimately it was resolved (with help from our Sri Lankan driver) and we were given our money back (booking was prepaid). The grounds looked nice, so you could take your chances, but make sure you do nót prepay your reservation."

NT$272

NT$321 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

Select Comfort beds, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

9. Wild Safari Nest Udawalawe

1.1 km from Elephant Transit Home

Lotte Duus

NT$1,284

NT$1,515 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

10. Wildlife Safari House

2.8 km from Elephant Transit Home

Gulsun

NT$227

NT$268 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

Classic Tent, River View | Desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Design Double Room | Desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets

11. Atha Safari Resort & Riverside Camping

2.4 km from Elephant Transit Home

Komitige

NT$649

NT$766 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

Family Quadruple Room, Garden View | In-room safe, desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets

12. Waraka - Udawalawe

2.6 km from Elephant Transit Home

"Honestly a very disappointing hotel. Online it looks lovely but the reality of metal construction without insulation means a boiling hot room that the AC can’t counteract and from others walking. The restaurant was comparable to Faulty Towers! We ordered a bottle of wine and after waiting for 15mins we’re told they didn’t have it, other drinks on the menu weren’t available, food was actually lovely but arrived at random times and the staff looked perplexed when asked anything. Also, and not...

Danielle

NT$3,265

NT$4,238 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

Luxury Tent | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board (on request), bed sheets

13. Ele Camp Udawalawa

2.8 km from Elephant Transit Home

Vanou2a

NT$1,406

NT$1,676 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

14. Maika safari

0.8 km from Elephant Transit Home

NT$223

NT$306 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

Classic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Garden View | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, memory foam beds, desk, WiFi (free)

15. Greenwood Udawalawa safari resort

1.7 km from Elephant Transit Home

Dan

NT$378

NT$446 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

Family Quadruple Room, Balcony | Desk, laptop workspace, WiFi (free)

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Balcony | Desk, laptop workspace, WiFi (free)

16. centerpoint safari resort Udawalawa

2.8 km from Elephant Transit Home

Mick

NT$607

NT$716 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Pool View | Outdoor dining

Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Pool View | Coffee and/or coffee maker

Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Pool View | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Pool View | Pool | Outdoor pool

17. The Grand Toscana - Udawalawa

0.8 km from Elephant Transit Home

NT$2,454

NT$2,896 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

18. Green Heaven Safari Resort Udawalawa

1.6 km from Elephant Transit Home

NT$425

NT$501 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Garden View | Laptop workspace, WiFi (free)

Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Garden View | Outdoor dining

Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Garden View | Exterior

19. The Mammoth - Udawalawe

0.9 km from Elephant Transit Home

NT$1,942

NT$2,291 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

20. Stone Carving Resort

2.3 km from Elephant Transit Home

NT$1,655

NT$1,953 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Countryside Udawalawe	9.8 Exceptional 13 reviews	View
Mansala Safari House	9.8 Exceptional 50 reviews	View
Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge	9.0 Wonderful 12 reviews	View
Hotel Athgira	8.8 Excellent 5 reviews	View
Lizard Safari Lodge	8.6 Excellent 10 reviews	View

Top Elephant Transit Home Hotel Reviews

Shangri-La Hambantota

10/10 Excellent

"Stayed 2 nights in August. Spacious hotel with plenty to explore, we wished we'd had more time to make the most of all the facilities. Had a small hiccup with our room allocation at check-in, but the team resolved it quickly and professionally. Food was a highlight - great buffet breakfast with a wide selection, and good options across the various restaurants on site. We also played 18 holes of golf; the caddies were professional, polite and added a lot to the experience. Would recommend for a relaxing stay with plenty of facilities to enjoy, just make sure you allow enough time to see it all."

Elephant Trail

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay. Extremely helpful staff. Facilities were surprisingly good. Handy location to elephant transit and national park. Nice pool. Highly recommend."

The Countryside Udawalawe

10/10 Excellent

"We really enjoyed our stay. The rooms were big & clean and the pool is really nice. The staff were very helpful and organised our safari for the next day at check in. Breakfast and dinner were delicious!"

Mansala Safari House

8/10 Good

"Amazing experience with safari booked via this stay. The hotel is located in the jungle of udawalawe and the hosts were absolutely lovely. A lot of food options just ten minutes walk as well. Only issue was the chanting on a megaphone which was very loud which started at 4am until 6am and monkeys jumping up and down and running across the roof so I didn’t manage to get much sleep!"

Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort

8/10 Good

"great pool close enough to national park but hotel is a little tired"

Centauria Wild

10/10 Excellent

"nice staff, amazing breakfast, and lake view are one of the best, especially during the sunset"

Kalu's Hideaway Udawalawe

10/10 Excellent

"very good"

Other attractions near Elephant Transit Home

Udawalawe National Park

9.2/10 (77 reviews)

Spot herds of majestic Asian elephants, wild cats and myriad birdlife at this sprawling wildlife reserve on the edge of the Hill Country.

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Sankhapala Raja Maha Viharaya & Phussadewa Tomb

After visiting Sankhapala Raja Maha Viharaya & Phussadewa Tomb, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Colombage-ara.

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Suriyakanda Forest Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Suriyakanda Forest Reserve, a lovely green space in Suriyakanda. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Elephant Transit Home?

Elephant Transit Home is located in a welcoming area of Udawalawa that travelers like for its parks and gardens. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 33 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Elephant Transit Home?

Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a winery and a full-service spa. It's located just a short 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Elephant Transit Home. Other good choices close by include The Countryside Udawalawe and Wild Safari Nest Udawalawe.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Elephant Transit Home?

Expedia has 33 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Elephant Transit Home.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Elephant Transit Home, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available near Elephant Transit Home.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Elephant Transit Home?

To find more details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Elephant Transit Home, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

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Our top choices for Elephant Transit Home hotels

1. The Countryside Udawalawe

2. Mansala Safari House

3. Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge

4. Hotel Athgira

5. Lizard Safari Lodge

6. Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort

7. Ivory Safari House

8. Dil Lanka Safari Resort

9. Wild Safari Nest Udawalawe

10. Wildlife Safari House

11. Atha Safari Resort & Riverside Camping

12. Waraka - Udawalawe

13. Ele Camp Udawalawa

14. Maika safari

15. Greenwood Udawalawa safari resort

16. centerpoint safari resort Udawalawa

17. The Grand Toscana - Udawalawa

18. Green Heaven Safari Resort Udawalawa

19. The Mammoth - Udawalawe

20. Stone Carving Resort

Compare popular hotels close to Elephant Transit Home

Top Elephant Transit Home Hotel Reviews

Shangri-La Hambantota

Elephant Trail

The Countryside Udawalawe

Mansala Safari House

Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort

Centauria Wild

Kalu's Hideaway Udawalawe

Other attractions near Elephant Transit Home

Udawalawe National Park

Sankhapala Raja Maha Viharaya & Phussadewa Tomb

Suriyakanda Forest Reserve

Frequently asked questions