Elephant Trail - Udawalawe

Boutique hotel at the border of Udawalawe National Park, 5 minutes from the park entrance

Location & Safari Packages

Elephant Trail Udawalawe sits across the road from Udawalawe National Park, a 5-minute drive to the main gate. The 24-hour help desk arranges custom-tailored wildlife packages for safari enthusiasts, including excursions to Lime Stone Cave and the Born Free Elephant Orphanage. Guests can also walk or cycle to the nearby Udawalawe reservoir and explore the surrounding sugarcane fields.

Dining

The on-site restaurant serves Sri Lankan dishes, western cuisine, and BBQ dinners, with a complimentary breakfast included in many rates. Packed lunches are prepared for early morning safaris, and the bar offers wine and champagne. Room service and a kid-friendly buffet are available for families.

Activities & Recreation

Free bicycle rentals let guests explore the nearby countryside, and the hotel offers walking tours, bird watching, and hiking. Evening entertainment and happy hour are organized by the entertainment staff, and cooking classes are available. The outdoor swimming pool with a view is open all year and includes toys, sun loungers, and beach towels.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms are chicly styled with contemporary features and pool views, including a flat-screen cable TV, work desk, and seating area with sofa. Private bathrooms have a hairdryer, and each room offers soundproofing and air conditioning. The property has a garden with barbecue facilities, a sun terrace, and outdoor furniture.

Family-Friendly Facilities

Elephant Trail Hotel Udawalawe provides babysitting and child services, family rooms, and a kid-friendly buffet with special meals. The pool has a shallow area with swimming pool toys, and the grounds include a garden for outdoor play. Safety features include smoke detectors, security systems, and CCTV in common areas.

• Location: 5 minutes from Udawalawe National Park entrance, across the road from the park
• Safari: Custom-tailored wildlife packages with 24-hour help desk for excursions
• Dining: Complimentary breakfast, BBQ dinners, packed lunches for safaris
• Activities: Free bicycle rentals, cooking class, bird watching, evening entertainment
• Amenities: Outdoor swimming pool with view, garden, barbecue facilities, free parking