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Nil Diya Mankada Safari Lodge

3.0 star property
Lakefront lodge with full-service spa and free valet parking
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
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Interior
Deluxe Family Room | Living room
Exterior
Exterior
Exterior

Reviews

7.4 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
CDE Place , Udawalawagama, Udawalawa
  • Udawalawe National Park
    7 min drive
  • Elephant Transit Home
    9 min drive
  • Udawalawe Reservoir
    34 min drive

Room options

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Deluxe Family Room

Deluxe Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Triple Room with Garden View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Family Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Triple Room, Garden View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort

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The price is AU$208
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
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About the area

Udawalawa

At Nil Diya Mankada Safari Lodge, you'll be 4.3 km (2.7 mi) from Udawalawe National Park and 10.7 km (6.7 mi) from Mau Ara Lake. Highlights at this lodge include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .The restaurant, Ali Mankada, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the lodge's own lounge bar. Enjoy the gym and kids' swimming pool as well as access to bike hire. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and massage/treatment rooms. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 10 AM. There's also the convenience of free valet parking. .With a stay at this 3-property class Udawalawa lodge, you'll be 11.8 km (7.3 mi) from Sankhapala Raja Maha Viharaya & Phussadewa Tomb and 16.9 km (10.5 mi) from Udawalawe Reservoir.
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What's nearby

  • Udawalawe National Park - 7 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Elephant Transit Home - 9 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Udawalawe Reservoir - 34 min drive - 16.9 km
  • Elephant Transit Home - 52 min drive - 24.5 km
  • Horton Plains National Park - 77 min drive - 66.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Elephant Trail Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Common Rose - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Kottawaththa Village Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cafe 007 - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Perera & Sons (P&S) - Embilipitiya - ‬21 min drive

About this property

Nil Diya Mankada Safari Lodge

Lakefront lodge with full-service spa and free valet parking
Nil Diya Mankada Safari Lodge offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A children's pool, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly Nil Diya Mankada Safari Lodge. Free self parking and valet parking are available.

This 3-star Udawalawa lodge is smoke free.

  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 2013
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Nil Diya Mankada Safari Lodge offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. 22-inch LED televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

This Udawalawa lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include an iron/ironing board.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the on-site spa, which has 4 treatment rooms.

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee: USD 8 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Ali Mankada

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Built in 2013
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 22-inch LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 2 PM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 40

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 25.00
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 25.00
  • New Year's Day (1 January) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 25.00
  • New Year's Day (1 January) Gala Dinner per child: USD 25.00 (up to 18 years old)

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately USD 8 per person
  • Late check-out fee: USD 40 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express.

Property is also known as

Nil Diya Mankada Safari Lodge Udawalawa
Nil Diya Mankada Safari Lodge
Nil Diya Mankada Safari Udawalawa
Nil Diya Mankada Safari Lodge Embilipitiya
Nil Diya Mankada Safari Embilipitiya
Nil Diya Mankada Safari Embil
Nil Diya Mankada Safari
Nil Diya Mankada Safari Lodge Lodge
Nil Diya Mankada Safari Lodge Udawalawa
Nil Diya Mankada Safari Lodge Lodge Udawalawa

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Nil Diya Mankada Safari Lodge?

Yep, Nil Diya Mankada Safari Lodge has a free self car park and free valet parking.

Are there any beaches close to Nil Diya Mankada Safari Lodge?

The closest beach to Nil Diya Mankada Safari Lodge is Rekawa Beach (41.6 km).

Is there a spa on site at Nil Diya Mankada Safari Lodge?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Nil Diya Mankada Safari Lodge.

Does Nil Diya Mankada Safari Lodge have a pool?

Nil Diya Mankada Safari Lodge has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool.

Is Nil Diya Mankada Safari Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and laundry facilities, as well as free extra beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Nil Diya Mankada Safari Lodge is a hit with families.

Does Nil Diya Mankada Safari Lodge serve breakfast?

You bet, buffet brekkie is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Nil Diya Mankada Safari Lodge?

No, Nil Diya Mankada Safari Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Nil Diya Mankada Safari Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Nil Diya Mankada Safari Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 2 PM.

Are pets allowed at Nil Diya Mankada Safari Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

Nil Diya Mankada Safari Lodge Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 13 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Quiet & close to park entrance
Nice escape in a quiet location for one night. Property is a tad older & more spread out han shows online, could use some TLC especially at pool but good for one day safari at Udawalawe. In a quiet neighborhood.

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really cool place to stay
Great pool, great food, great staff and a really cool place to stay! I would highly recommend this place if you are stopping for safari. The only negative was that our toilet wouldn't flush properly and they didn't have a solution.

8/10 Good

Chris, P

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Brilliant Stay and Highly recommended
Thought the stay was brilliant and would highly recommend anyone staying. Was clean, lovely and a wholesome experience

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Convenient hotel near Udawalawe
A reasonable hotel for visiting Udawalawe National Park as it's very near. Once there you will rely on the food available which is ok but not outstanding. The member of staff in the restaurant was friendly and efficient. Staff on reception were less so and tried to say we had to pay for breakfast which had been included in our rate. Ok for a one night stay. Wifi was good even in the chalets, so good marks for that. Not happy that price of wine was shown differently on different menus and we were charged the higher rate!

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Mould and wet marks in the room.

8/10 Good

Erica, Wandsworth uk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Safari and sun
Everything was very good, especially the staff. The lady on reception was fantastic and helped with train tickets. The pool was clean and inviting in the sun. The buffet food was okay, sandwiches were the best choice from the menu options. Safari was great, no need for a guide as our driver pointed out lots of things. Would recommend.

6/10 Okay

Mats

Liked: Cleanliness
När vi kon fram så fanns vår bokning inte. Vi fick istället ett mindre rum till det tredubbla priset. För övrigt mysigt hotell nen bra service men toaletterna fungerade ej och samma sak efter rumbyte.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sandra, Frankfurt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Guter Ausgangspunkt für Safaris
Kinderfreundliches Hotel mit schönem Garten und großem Pool. Safari kann man an der Rezeption buchen. Saubere Zimmer, gutes Essen.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Alain, Aschbach

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hôtel calme au milieu de la nature proche du parc
Excellente situation avec un personnel au petit soin. Les chambres sont spacieuses et bien agencées. Les repas en buffet sont moyens car trop internationaux, mais le repas à la carte est excellent le midi (surtout le repas sri lankais pour un prix très correct)

10/10 Excellent

cyril, val d Oise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Personnel et lieu
Nous avons été très agréablement surpris pas la qualité de lacueil et du personnel. chambres spacieuses aménagées avec goût style lodge confort. l'endroit est spacieux et calme avec une piscine et restaurant qui méritent le détour. Point de depart idéal pour visiter ou comme nous se poser pour rejoindre le sud. Cyril

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
super pour safari
On a eu une voiture Jeep à 2 pour le safari et l'hotel était desert mais je recommande. Super driver

6/10 Okay

marie

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bon emplacement et environnement.
Qualité des repas très moyenne. Entretien des alentours de la piscine (transats...) inexistant.