Kottawatta Village

Hotels
8.7 (2570 reviews)
Udawalwa Junction, Udawalawa , Udawalawe , lk

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Good service
Value for money
Amenities
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Room maintenance needed
Breakfast quality

Categories

Cleanliness
7.84
Some rooms need maintenance; concerns noted about stained linens.
Service
9.31
Super friendly staff, very welcoming; some variability in service quality mentioned.
Location
8.85
Beautiful location; some mention of distance to natural park.
Room Quality
7.8
Some rooms are old and in need of renovation, but many have good amenities.
Amenities
9.33
Large camping area, two pools; outdoor bathrooms are unique but may be inconvenient.
Value for Money
9.29
Excellent value with affordable pricing for services and accommodations.
Food and Beverage
8.34
Good variety in the restaurant, though breakfast quality was noted as not very good.
Overall Experience
8.81
Overall a great experience with certain areas needing improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-22 11:36

Property Description

Scenic Getaway and Night Camping
Located steps from Udawalawe National Park, Kottawatta Village offers a tranquil escape surrounded by nature, perfect for a peaceful stay or adventurous night camping experience.

Diverse Dining Options
Indulge in a culinary journey at the on-site Rose Restaurant, offering a variety of Western, Chinese, and authentic Sri Lankan dishes to satisfy every palate.

Excursions and Activities
Explore the wonders of the region with ease as the hotel's tour desk assists in organizing day trips to Madunagala Hot Springs, Wavulpanae Lime Stone Cave, and more. Unwind at the regular barbecue nights for a delightful evening under the stars.

Book now for an unforgettable stay at Kottawatta Village, where nature and comfort meet seamlessly.

Important information:

Please note that safari can be provided at LKR 11000 excluding the safari entrance ticket

Please note that safari can be provided at 35$ for 3.30 hours excluding the safari entrance ticket.

Please note that the safari at Udawalawe National Park is for 3 hours.

Please note, when booking 5 or more rooms different policies and prepayment deposits apply. A prepayment deposit by wire transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide wire transfer instructions. The name on the credit card used for the booking should correspond to the guest staying at the property. For reservations made by a third party, you will need to complete an authorization form and present a copy of the person's ID and credit card.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: CMB

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 0 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 2570 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.84
Service: 9.31
Location: 8.85
Room Quality: 7.8
Amenities: 9.33
Value for Money: 9.29
Food and Beverage: 8.34
Overall Experience: 8.81
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Dinesh • couple • au
9
Cons:

Wi-Fi

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Albino • family_with_children • it
7
Natura
Pros:

Abbiamo trascorso una notte dopo il Safari ad
Posto in mezzo alla natura con grandi potenzialità, forse un po’ trascurato perché in bassa stagione?
La nostra tenda standard era poco accogliente e con molti spifferi
La cucina nella media
Se dovessi tornare proverei altro.

Cons:

Caldo nella tenda

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Ann-Kathrin • couple • de
8
2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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d’Amonville • couple • fr
9
Bien
Pros:

L’accueil et la disposition des chambres.
L’originalité de la salle de bain a l’extérieur

Cons:

La literie ( matelas trop petit et très dur )

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Brenthe • solo_traveller • be
10
2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Brenthe • extended_group • be
10
Pros:

We kregen een gratis upgrade. Enorm genoten van ons verblijf

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Charlotte • family_with_children • dk
7
2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Frederike • solo_traveller • de
10
Pros:

Cute accommodation, lovely staff, a lot of space

Cons:

Breakfast is ok (I would skip it), safari driver came 30 min too late - but he did a great job during the safari :)

2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • extended_group • ch
8
2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Siena • couple • gb
10
Incredible value for money.
Pros:

Great value for money, super clean and had all amenities. Staff were super helpful. Would 1000% recommend to families, couples and even solo travellers.

Cons:

N/A

2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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Shehan • solo_traveller • lk
10
2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Chloe • couple • fr
10
Pros:

Le personnel réactif lorsque nous les contactons par message.
La proximité avec le parc national d’Udalawawe
Le guide était adorable pour le safari

Cons:

Rien, parfait pour une étape du voyage.

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Josephine • couple • dk
10
2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Leonardo • solo_traveller • ar
8
Increíbles instalaciones y complejo!
Pros:

Las instalaciones, la pileta, el cuarto increíble, el baño afuera es genial!

Cons:

El restaurant cerraba muy temprano y no tenían todo lo del menú.

2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Kavinda • extended_group • lk
10
2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Maya • couple • au
10
2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Catelijne • family_with_children • nl
8
2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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shamala • family_with_children • lk
7
2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Nicola • couple • gb
10
2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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suzanne • couple • es
9
Adorable hotel with lovely spacious rooms and unusual bathroom
Pros:

Great spacious bedrooms with cute outdoor bathroom. Balcony overlooked the pool. The breakfast was v good, great selection and an egg bar for fresh omelette

Cons:

Little bit out of the way

2026-05-18 • via Nuitee