Ivory Safari House

Hotels
9.7 (47 reviews)
No 42/2,Thanamalwila Road, Udawalawa , Udawalawe , lk

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Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Helpful staff
Affordable safaris
Great breakfast
Cons:
Insects in the area
No air conditioning
Pebbles on bathroom floor

Categories

Cleanliness
9.54
Mention of very clean accommodations, but noted no air conditioning.
Service
10
Guests highlighted helpful and responsive staff throughout their stay.
Location
10
Positive remarks on the hotel's location near transport and attractions.
Room Quality
9.01
Rooms described as clean, but with concerns about insects and bathroom flooring.
Amenities
9.05
Mention of pool and safari availability, but some discomfort with bathroom pebbles.
Value for Money
10
Many reviews mentioned affordable pricing and good deals on safaris.
Food and Beverage
10
Breakfast described as the best during the trip, and staff provided good service.
Overall Experience
10
Overall positive experiences indicated with strong recommendations.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-22 12:27

Property Description

Garden Oasis
Renovated Ivory Safari House in Udawalawe boasts a garden, terrace, and free WiFi. The property ensures 24-hour security, currency exchange, and a welcoming 24-hour front desk.

Charming Interiors
Step into your private entrance to find a delightful spread of fruits, chocolates, and cookies. Enjoy the luxury of premium bed linen, fresh towels, and daily housekeeping.

Culinary Delights
Indulge in a Full English/Irish or Asian breakfast at the homestay, with an option for breakfast in your room. The on-site restaurant offers a diverse menu including local cuisine and special dietary accommodations.

To experience the best of Udawalawe, take advantage of our convenient bicycle and car rental services during your stay. Book now for an unforgettable getaway at Ivory Safari House.

Important information:

Managed by a private host

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.7
Based on 47 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.54
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 9.01
Amenities: 9.05
Value for Money: 10
Food and Beverage: 10
Overall Experience: 10
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Pascal • extended_group • fr
6
Pas cher mais bruyant
Pros:

Le prix de la chambre au vue des photos et les notes nous ont convaincu de réserver. Nous avons été déçus par le bruit de la route et l’absence totale d’isolation entre notre chambre et l’appartement du propriétaire. Nous avons donc décidé de quitter au bout d’une nuit. Néanmoins l’accueil est bon, nous avons réservé avec eux le safari, petit déjeuner satisfaisant. La piscine est de l’autre côté de la route à 5 mn de marche. Rien à faire sur place, village tout petit.

Cons:

Le bruit

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • couple • be
10
Pros:

Reception was helpful All of them highly responsive Mr. saji was in time all the days picking me up from the airport and to and from station. gave us a wonderful half day safari too. deeply i recommend this hotel. save more money.

2025-10-01 • via Nuitee
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fasman • couple • hu
10
Pros:

A super friendly and warm welcome, well suited to the needs and preferences of international travelers. i can recommend anyone here.

2025-09-18 • via Nuitee
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nafli • couple • be
10
Pros:

Spotless, beautiful, quiet and comfortable. Surrounded by forest. Very helpful in all way. city rides and safaris.

2025-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Hubert • couple • fr
10
Pros:

wonderful stay in a heavenly environment. clean rooms. most of the time in the pool. and later we offered a safari by the hotel which was very budget for us compared to others. highly recommending this hotel for both.

2025-09-04 • via Nuitee
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amanda • couple • ch
10
Pros:

staff are very friendly, attentive. Affordable price. Great safari tour in udawalawe. good price.
Owner arrange it everything including for a good price.

2025-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Ana Sobrino • family_with_children • es
7
Calidad precio excelente
Pros:

calidad precio excelente. Tienen como dos alojamiento uno donde está la piscina y el otro lado de la calle. Pero está a dos segundos el desayuno también se sirve allí. El desayuno es completo!!!! El chico que lo lleva es genial y muy amable. Puedes hacer safari con ellos. Nosotros solo íbamos de paso. Pero sin duda repetiremos si volvemos por alli

Cons:

nada

2025-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Luiza • family_with_children • pl
7
Pros:

Very clean.

Cons:

No aircondition.

2025-08-11 • via Nuitee
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Stöter • family_with_children • de
9
Pros:

Die gute Lage nahe des Nationalparks.
Das Frühstück war das Beste unserer Reise.
Organisation der Safari.
Es wurde extra für uns gekocht.

Cons:

Die losen Steine auf dem Badezimmerboden. Warum?

2025-08-09 • via Nuitee
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karolina • solo_traveller • pl
10
Pros:

Wspaniała obsługa i jedyna w swoim rodzaju Łazienka😃

2025-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Niall • family_with_children • gb
9
Pros:

The owner was very friendly and he arranged a safari for us. The accommodation was well positioned for the town and a few local restaurants.

Cons:

Nothing which we didn't know already, eg there was no AC, but that is reflected in the price. The only suggestion would be to remove the pebbles on the bathroom floors, neither my son or myself could use the toilet or shower without putting our sliders on.

Only thing to note is that the safaris are the time from leaving the hotel to returning to the hotel, not the time in the nature reserve. Just worth knowing. It didn't make a difference to us anyway, but may be helpful to others.

The pool is at another lodge over the road, only 2 minutes away though.

2025-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Paula • couple • es
9
Pros:

Nos gustó mucho el trato por parte del dueño, nos ayudó mucho a encontrar los transportes a buen precio, con el safari y con la cena. La habitación estaba bien y en relación con el precio estuvo muy bien.

Cons:

Es una zona en la que hay bastantes insectos por lo que trataría de aislar mejor los lugares por los que caben, ya que entran por el baño. También limpiaría el ventilador.

2025-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Leisa • young couple • fr
10
Exceptional
Pros:

The best place we stayed in during our 4 weeks at Lanka. Owner is extremely nice, organized the most amazing safari, We did the morning half day safari with Madura who was very engaging, excitable and knowledgeable about the national park.
The facilities were clean the place is absolutely wonderful 10/10

2025-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Henry • young couple • us
10
Exceptional
Pros:

Extremly friendly hosts, really clean room. done

2025-04-20 • via Nuitee
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Louis • young couple • ie
10
Exceptional
Pros:

Perfect base for safaris to Udawalawe National Park.

2025-04-16 • via Nuitee
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Tom • solo traveller • nz
10
Would stay here again
Pros:

Great host, really helped organise everything. Breakfast was great

2025-03-22 • via Nuitee
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Lorenzo • family with young children • my
10
Exceptional
Pros:

Beautiful room and friendly staff

2025-03-15 • via Nuitee
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Wilbur • young couple • de
10
superb
2025-03-08 • via Nuitee
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Lorenzo • family with young children • my
10
Exceptional
Pros:

Amazing location and lovely people

2025-03-03 • via Nuitee
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Lingstan • young couple • fi
10
Exceptional
Pros:

great in all the way
easy access and suitable for all kind of travellers

2025-03-01 • via Nuitee