Wild Lake Side

Hotels
9.6 (158 reviews)
Wild Lake Side, Uswaliara Road, Palama Asala, Ekamuthugama, Sewanagala , Udawalawe , lk

Free

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
BBQ facilities
Packed lunches
Private check-in/check-out
Shuttle service (additional charge)
Adult only
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great food quality
Cons:
Bathroom fall hazards
Disappointment in local treatment

Categories

Cleanliness
8.9
Generally clean facilities mentioned, but concerns about bathroom hazards noted.
Service
9.98
Exceptional service noted across multiple reviews with strong staff friendliness.
Location
9.91
Beautiful grounds and proximity to safari sites positively highlighted, though some mention of remote access.
Room Quality
9.56
Rooms described as beautiful, clean, and well-maintained.
Amenities
9.39
Good amenities mentioned, including organized activities and meals provided.
Value for Money
9.35
Great value for the price paid, exceptional experiences compared to cost.
Food and Beverage
9.9
Excellent food quality noted, with diverse choices available.
Overall Experience
9.77
Overall enjoyment reported, with numerous positive experiences recounted.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-22 11:36

Property Description

Escape to Nature at Wild Lake Side

Tranquil Garden Oasis: Nestled in Udawalawe, just 12 km from Udawalawe National Park, Wild Lake Side offers a serene escape with a lush garden for relaxation.

Comfortable & Scenic Rooms: Experience comfort in every detail with air-conditioned rooms, flat-screen TVs, and private balconies overlooking the picturesque lake.

Convenient Amenities & Services: Enjoy complimentary WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk for seamless assistance. Indulge in delicious meals at the on-site restaurant and opt for a hassle-free airport shuttle service.

Book your stay at Wild Lake Side for an unforgettable nature retreat!

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children are not allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.6
Based on 158 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.9
Service: 9.98
Location: 9.91
Room Quality: 9.56
Amenities: 9.39
Value for Money: 9.35
Food and Beverage: 9.9
Overall Experience: 9.77
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Michael family_with_children de
9
Pros:

very good, lovely rooms und very good meals, staff very friendly

Cons:

nothing

2026-05-06 via Nuitee
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Denise couple nl
10
Highly recommended!
Pros:

A wonderful place to stay! The people are so hospitable and helpful. The food is amazing! They even arranged a taxi for us from Colombo Airport. They also took care of everything for the safari tour, including the driver and a delicious breakfast and lunch. It was a truly special experience in such a unique place! The cottage is very cozy, clean, and fully equipped. Highly recommended for everyone!! We also found Udawalawe National Park to be a truly amazing experience, seeing so many elephants in such beautiful natural surroundings!

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-30 via Nuitee
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Maria 058 couple nl
9
Prachtige, verzorgde locatie!
Pros:

Fantastische locatie. De kamer was heel schoon. Het uitzicht is geweldig, je kijkt uit op de rivier.. De familie die de 4 bungalows heeft is heel gastvrij en spreken goed engels. Ze hebben een fantastische safari voor ons geregeld. Ook is het ontbijt heel goed en ze hebben s avonds heerlijk voor ons gekookt. Een aanrader!

Cons:

Enige kleine nadeeltjes: je zit aan de rivier, dus 's avonds op je veranda zitten is lastig, dan wemelt het van de muggen. Ook is het niet dichtbij een stadje of ander restaurant of strand of wat dan ook, je zit echt afgelegen, maar de rest maakt het helemaal goed!

2026-04-21 via Nuitee
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Gabrielle couple gb
9
2026-04-20 via Nuitee
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Dimitris couple gr
10
2026-04-18 via Nuitee
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Molly solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Wild Lake Side is an absolutely beautiful place to stay if you're visiting Udawalawe. It is so peaceful and the villas are lovely and nicer than the photos. They had air con so we could stay nice and cool, and a lovely balcony to sit and spot wildlife from.
The family who run it were so helpful with organising our activities (safari, going to the elephant orphanage) and all our travel etc. The dinner was also great.

2026-04-03 via Nuitee
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Astrid couple at
7
Cons:

Die Preise waren etwas undurchsichtig. Beim Essen wurde uns automatisch Wasser auf den Tisch gestellt, was dann aber auf der Rechnung vermerkt wurde.

2026-04-03 via Nuitee
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Nettig couple de
10
2026-03-31 via Nuitee
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Didier couple fr
10
Pros:

Nous avons vraiment aimé, c'est un endroit magnifique, certainement le plus bel endroit que nous avons eu, tant pour le cadre que pour le logement. Nous avons apprécié la qualité des repas et la proximité du parc.

Cons:

Rien

2026-03-27 via Nuitee
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Sarah couple gb
10
Magical stay and amazing safari booked for us by lovely host
Pros:

This accommodation is amazing! We loved the room. The bed and sheets were high quality. You even get a duvet! There’s an amazing view from the balcony where you can watch fish and turtles swim by. The sounds from surrounding wildlife is magical. The host was very accommodating. They booked our full day safari for us which was a very good price considering the value we got with the driver and the extras they arranged for us. They also sorted out our washing for us by taking it to a local laundry service which meant we could just simply enjoy our time there. We ate in the restaurant for two evening meals and breakfast. Everything was great. They offered us reasonably priced taxi transfers to and from the accommodation and offered to book us travel to the local town should we want to go. It was very good value for money!

2026-03-26 via Nuitee
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Kai solo_traveller de
10
2026-03-25 via Nuitee
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Marcella Angeliene (M.A.) solo_traveller nl
9
Fantastisch!
Pros:

Mooi gelegen tussen de peperplanten, aan de rivier. Heel veel vogels. Super aardige en behulpzame mensen. Zij kunnen safari voor je regelen. Lekker eten.

2026-03-25 via Nuitee
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Toby couple gb
10
2026-03-24 via Nuitee
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Claire couple gb
9
Wonderful setting, kind and helpful hosts
Pros:

Beautifully set lodges in a wonderful garden with lots of banana and coconut palms and a small lagoon which the balconies overlook. We spotted many birds including kingfishers and turtles. You feel so much in the jungle it is wonderful. Very comfortable, hosts are kind and the food was delicious - both dinner and breakfast. They organised a wonderful safari in the Udawalawe National Park and our driver was fantastic, keeping us apart from other jeeps and explaining things - spotting elephants (including a 3 week old), peacocks, water buffalo, water monitors, wild boar, mongoose, crocodiles and many beautiful birds.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-23 via Nuitee
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Ulrich couple ch
10
Bungalows an schöner Lage.
Pros:

Schöner Garten mit viel Pfefferpflanzen. Häuser liegen schön am Bach, ideal für Tierbeobachtung. Minibar im Raum war sehr gut.

Cons:

Keine Mittel ( Showergel, Shampoo ) und kein Zahnglas im Bad. Kein Cola, kein Soda und kein Tonic vorhanden; Tonic konnte dann besorgt werden. Wir mussten aber unser Gin-Tonic aus Bierhumpen trinken, da sie keine Trinkgläser hatten. Weingläser waren Cocktailgläser.

2026-03-23 via Nuitee
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Michael extended_group gb
9
Badiya our host and her baby Diana were lovely and they made our stay in their Homestay/bungalow a very special time
Pros:

Well located in Uda Walawe to access the National Park..which was exceptional. Lovely individual bungalows… family run.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-21 via Nuitee
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Beth couple gb
9
Location cabins are set in beautiful lush peaceful gardens, alive with birdlife
Pros:

Location cabins are set in beautiful lush peaceful gardens, alive with birdlife - run by a lovely friendly family, we had home cooked Sri Lankan curry in the evening which was absolutely delicious! There are no frills& it’s fairly basic but a great stay for the price. They also arranged a morning safari to Udawalawa & tuk tuk to the Elephant transit house both of which are nearby & wonderful to visit.

2026-03-16 via Nuitee
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Dawn solo_traveller gb
10
Book it!
Pros:

Gorgeous rustic accommodation nestled in the jungle by the river. Really beautiful and well kept. The rooms are super clean, water provided and the outdoor bathrooms are fun and have hot water. The owners are very proud of the food is delicious and prepared with care and Sri Lankan goodness! Highly recommend.

2026-03-16 via Nuitee
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Joe extended_group de
8
2026-03-13 via Nuitee
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Stephen couple gb
9
Arranged a fantastic safari at a very good price
Pros:

Really nice place. Bird life where ever you turned. Great place to stay. Very close to safari park. Highly recommend

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-12 via Nuitee