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Mansala Safari House

3.0 star property
Udawalawa B&B with restaurant

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Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View | Terrace/patio
Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Safari
Safari

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Non-smoking
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant
  • 24-hour room service
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
Feel at home
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities

Room options

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Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
3 bathrooms
  • 22.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
3 bathrooms
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Thimbolketiya,colombageare, Udawalawa, SG, 70190

What's nearby

  • Udawalawe National Park - 3 min drive
  • Elephant Transit Home - 4 min drive
  • Maduwanwela Walawwa - 32 min drive
  • Udawalawe Reservoir - 34 min drive
  • Sinharaja Forest Reserve - 67 min drive

Getting around

  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 81.4 miles/131 km
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Elephant Trail Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Common Rose - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Kottawaththa Village Inn - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Bathgedara Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ali Mankada Restaurant - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Mansala Safari House

Mansala Safari House puts you just a 5-minute drive from Udawalawe National Park. Freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 4 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 AM
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
  • Contactless check-out available

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets stay free

Internet

  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • 24-hour room service

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Balcony
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower only
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 70 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Kitchen/kitchenette use is available for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Airport shuttle service for children costs USD 70 (one-way)

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards.

Also known as

Mansala Safari House B&B Embilipitiya
Mansala Safari House Embilipitiya
Mansala Safari House Embilipi
Mansala Safari House Udawalawa
Mansala Safari House Bed & breakfast
Mansala Safari House Bed & breakfast Udawalawa

Frequently asked questions

Does Mansala Safari House offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Mansala Safari House does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Mansala Safari House?
Yes, pets stay free.
Is parking offered on site at Mansala Safari House?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Mansala Safari House?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 70 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Mansala Safari House?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 AM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Mansala Safari House and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Mansala Safari House also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Mansala Safari House?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
Does Mansala Safari House have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony.

Mansala Safari House Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

We had a great 1 night stay and did a safari also. The hosts are a wonderful family , very accommodating and provided everything we needed. I highly recommend staying at Mansala safari house and make sure you do a safari whilst there.
adam, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Our hosts were extremely friendly and attentive. We had an issue with the sink in our bathroom and Tiron came to fix it within minutes. We also dined an Mansala House after our safari, the food was fresh and delicious. Tiron also arranged our safari guide who was great.
Elizabeth, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely guesthouse with great food
Beautiful small family run hotel with a king bed, strong AC and a nice balcony. It’s lovely and quiet but close to the park and town. The hosts are so lovely and they made us excellent dinner and breakfast
Nova, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

5 star customer service by this hotel. Tiron informed us before we arrived that there was an issue with the room, so he took the liberty to book us an alternative hotel that turned out to be just as nice as his! Communication was easy with him via WhatsApp, allowing us to easily book a safari the very next morning with a very well spoken and knowledgeable driver/guide. 10/10 would stay again.
Nick, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great guesthouse base for Safari
We had a fantastic stay with Tiron and his family, very welcoming and authenticly friendly hosts. Tiron organised 2x safaris over our stay (4 hr PM and 6 hr AM), both of which were really fantastic, we had a private jeep and had amazing experiences with elephants, wild buffalo, crocodiles, deer, mongoose and a load of interesting birds. Tiron was really attentive throughout our stay and always made sure we had bottles of water and was even up with packed lunches for our 5am safari start. We also ate dinner at the house both nights, cooked from scratch by the family - highly recommended!
Will, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Karen, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing stay and wonderful hospitality
We had an amazing stay here. The room was lovely with an outdoor bathroom , a veranda and jungle views with toucans and wildlife in the garden area. The owner and his family were incredibly hospitable, we had juice and lovely cake on arrival, we requested our safari tour and this was organised immediately which we really enjoyed. a fantastic breakfast was served after we returned and then a car organised for our onward destination. Such a lovely experience and would definitely recommend a trip here. i did a lot of research before booking and this paid off.
Sarah, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Gorgeous spot
Tiron looked after everything, nothing was a problem. Beautiful base to do safari's & the food was incredible.
Bethany, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful family home
Tiron and his family were wonderful hosts. It was lovely to be welcomed into their home so warmly. We didnt have to think about anything during our stay with them. Food was always freshly prepared and ready for us. Tiron organised our safari tour with Devinda who was an excellent guide and driver who seemed to find us all the animals, stopped and waited to let us watch for several minutes. We were often the only ones around. We loved that he was able to share facts and all types of details about what we saw. Excellent english as well. Tiron also helped arrange our onward travel transfers. He was such a helpful and thoughtful host, thank you so much for your kindness!!
Etienne, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful Location and Kind Owner
What a beautiful location and home. The air conditioning was on in the room when I got there which felt amazing in the heat and the owner was extremely welcoming, kind, and helpful. He helped me book a safari tour right away and made me feel extremely comfortable. Outdoor rock shower was very cool and the breakfast was yummy. Would definitely come back!
Sara, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We stayed for two nights with Tiron and his family, who could not have done more to make us feel very well looked after. The house is located in a beautiful, peaceful location and we very much enjoyed the beautiful meals cooked for us. Highly recommend.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing Stay!
Wonderful stay! Rooms are very clean and spacious. There is AC and a fan in the room. We chose to eat dinner at the hotel because there were not many options in the nearby town. The food was amazing and it was a nice experience to have a local home cooked meal. Breakfast was also fantastic. Excellent value for money. We just stayed 1 night and did a sunrise safari in the morning. The hotel also arranged a taxi for us down to Mirissa after our safari tour. 10/10 and would definitely stay again.
SYDNEY, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Highly Recommend
I can’t say enough good things about Tiron and his family who run the Mansala Safari Guest House. They set us up with a great safari guide, and cooked up some delicious traditional Sri Lankan food. This stay is a great value for your money and I would highly recommend if you’re planning on visiting Uduwalawa.
Christian, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Mansala Safari House is just perfect. The rooms are beautiful, really good quality and spotlessly clean. Each room has a private veranda and it is so lovely to sit there on an evening listening the relaxing music, surrounded by palm trees and the sounds of nature. The owner Tiron and his family have got it exactly right, they are very welcoming whilst still giving you privacy. Tirons wife is a fantastic cook and they can arrange breakfast and dinner for you if you ask. Tiron is also able to arrange anything you need such as transport and of course safaris. Tiron uses 2 experienced safari guides, I had 3 private safaris with Nadeera and he was excellent, very quiet and respectful of the animals whilst delivering an outstanding experience for you. I could not believe the amount of elephants, monkeys, crocodiles and other endemic animals, as well as so many beautiful coloured birds. It is very reasonably priced too. Tiron sees you off at 0545 or 1400 supplying binoculars and water and is waiting for you on your return to make sure you have had an amazing experience. I cannot fault Mansala Safari House at all. I am travelling Sri Lanka alone and have felt very safe and happy here. It is the nicest place I have stayed in Sri Lanka and I do not want to leave! If you are staying anywhere in Sri Lanka THIS is the place.
Corinna, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice property
Nice property. Quiet leafy location not far from town. Friendly owner and family. Clean sheets/linen and comfortable bed. Quiet a/c and adequate wifi. Excellent breakfast. Only thing lacking was desk/chair and TV in room. I would stay again - good value and convenient to Udawalawa National Park Safari jeeps.
Bruce, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent! A friendly helpful host in a charming setting. Lovely dinner and breakfast. An outstanding experience.
Shelley, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Incredible hospitality
We were welcomed by the owner as if we were family and our stay here had that exact same vibe throughout. We were cooked the most amazing traditional Sri Lankan dinner before retiring to our room for the night. The room had its own balcony, basic bathroom and two huge beds. There was air con or fans and tea & coffee making facilities. It was basic but just what we needed for a one night stay. We had an early start and the hired organised our half day Safari at Udawalawe national park which was the most incredible experience. After that we called in at the elephant orphanage before heading back to the safari house for a monster of a breakfast. We would highly recommend this hotel as a base for the Udawalawe national park. The hosts were incredible and nothing was too much trouble.
Lyndsay, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect stay
Fantastic room, very friendly and helpful staff, fabulous views from the balcony. Specious, modern bathroom. Great lunch and breakfast.
Dariusz, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This is as outstanding as a home stay can be; it’s a beautiful en suite room with a lovely balcony, large, good bathroom, good WiFi, with a wonderful family that provides outstanding Sri Lankan food, gracious hospitality and entertainment (the 3 year old is a trip). I asked for yogurt during breakfast (great hoppers, delicious fruit and samosas, etc.) and he said “be back in 5 minutes” and in spite of my protests he zoomed off on his motorbike and brought me very good yogurt. We had one of our best dinners in Sri Lanka there and I think it was $7 each. Super close to the elephant nursery a baker ride from the National park. Stay here!
Samuel, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing service and hospitality. They couldn’t do enough for us. Excellent safari also. Highly recommended.
1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We had a beautiful stay at the Mansala safari house. We checked in and immediately went on an incredible safari. Everything was quick and ready to go. When we got back the family cooked us an amazing meal, same for next morning breakfast. We love Tiron and his family at the safari house! So were and hospitable and one of the best places we’ve stayed in all of Sri Lanka .
Jacqueline, 1-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very Good

Philip, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A really nice place and very kind host with special breakfast. Very helpful and great investing tourism through family business
Tatiana, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect!!
Wow!! What a truly wonderful place, it was like staying with long lost relatives. And the breakfast was truly divine.
Mrs Olivia Kimble, 1-night family trip
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