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A two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

Three people standing on rocks with snacks and drinks.

A hotel room with a large bed, a small desk, a vanity with a mirror, and a window with curtains.

A group of elephants in a grassy field with trees in the background.

1. Mansala Safari House

2.8 km from Elephant Transit Home

Hannah

SAR 125

SAR 150 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A swimming pool with a reflection of trees and a building in the background.

A pathway leading to a building with a covered walkway and a small garden area with plants.

A two-story building with a balcony, surrounded by greenery and a pool area.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a TV.

2. The Countryside Udawalawe

0.8 km from Elephant Transit Home

Nicholas

SAR 127

SAR 179 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A wooden deck with a swimming pool, surrounded by lush greenery and a small pavilion.

A covered garden area with a central water feature, potted plants, and a gazebo structure.

3. Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge

2.8 km from Elephant Transit Home

Ronelda

SAR 182

SAR 219 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a swimming pool in the foreground.

A two-story building with large windows, some with curtains, and a balcony with chairs.

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, a wall-mounted picture of elephants, and a nightstand with a lamp.

4. Hotel Athgira

1.2 km from Elephant Transit Home

Geoff

SAR 96

SAR 127 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A wooden staircase leading to a bamboo-roofed building with stone walls and a wooden door.

A room with two beds, each with white bedding and a patterned blanket on one. There are hanging lights and a canopy bed with a sheer white cover.

A rustic stone building with a thatched roof, a wooden door, and a small window.

A wooden deck with wicker chairs and a railing, surrounded by bamboo structures.

5. Lizard Safari Lodge

1.6 km from Elephant Transit Home

Anonymous traveler

SAR 73

SAR 97 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A swimming pool with a wooden deck and lounge area, surrounded by trees and a building with a sloped roof.

A treehouse structure surrounded by dense foliage, with multiple levels and a thatched roof.

A circular outdoor dining area with a table and chairs, surrounded by a stone wall and steps leading up to a building.

A spacious lobby with a central round table, a chandelier, and a staircase with wooden railings.

6. Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort

1.4 km from Elephant Transit Home

Lars Toft

SAR 310

SAR 405 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A house with a porch, potted plants, and outdoor seating.

A room with two wooden beds, a wooden door, and a view of greenery outside.

A natural landscape with a river, dense foliage, and rocky terrain.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table with flowers, a television, and speakers.

7. Dil Lanka Safari Resort

2.8 km from Elephant Transit Home

"Unfortunately I am not able to review Dil Lanka Safari Resort, because when we arrived, the manager was very surprised to see us and said that he had no booking from us (three people, two rooms). Ultimately it was resolved (with help from our Sri Lankan driver) and we were given our money back (booking was prepaid). The grounds looked nice, so you could take your chances, but make sure you do nót prepay your reservation."

SAR 29

SAR 35 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A wooden gate with a sign that reads "Ivory Safari".

A person seated at a table with various food items, including bananas and a bowl of rice.

A bedroom with a bed, a wall-mounted light fixture, and a window with curtains.

A person in a vehicle with a group of elephants.

8. Ivory Safari House

2.3 km from Elephant Transit Home

Michael

SAR 14

SAR 17 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A clear swimming pool with a stone wall and lounge chairs in the background.

A hotel room with two single beds, a wooden desk with a chair, a small table with a cup and saucer, and a window with curtains.

A dining table set with a green placemat, a white plate, and a blue napkin.

A stone patio with a tree and plants, a stone wall with pebbles, and a black metal gate.

9. Wild Safari Nest Udawalawe

1.1 km from Elephant Transit Home

Lotte Duus

SAR 148

SAR 175 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A two-story house with a swimming pool, surrounded by lush greenery and a well-lit exterior.

A neatly made bed with a rolled towel, two bedside lamps, and a wooden headboard in a hotel room.

A multi-story building with a reflective pool in the foreground.

10. Wildlife Safari House

2.8 km from Elephant Transit Home

Gulsun

SAR 30

SAR 35 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A wooden staircase leading to a building with a thatched roof, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A neatly made bed with white and tiger-striped pillows, a yellow blanket, and white towels on a wooden nightstand.

A swimming pool with people enjoying it, surrounded by pebbles and a decorative wall with the word "Paradise".

A series of thatched-roof cottages with a well-maintained lawn and a stone pathway leading to the entrance.

11. Atha Safari Resort & Riverside Camping

2.4 km from Elephant Transit Home

Komitige

SAR 67

SAR 81 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A rustic hut with a triangular roof structure, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A rustic village with thatched-roof huts surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A pool area with wooden loungers, a clear blue pool, and two rustic cabins with metal roofs.

A bedroom with two beds covered by white canopy beds, a wooden ceiling, and a single hanging light fixture.

12. Maika safari

0.8 km from Elephant Transit Home

SAR 24

SAR 34 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, surrounded by greenery and a building with warm lighting.

An indoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a high ceiling with hanging lights, and a view of the outdoors.

A treehouse with a metal staircase and a platform, surrounded by dense foliage.

A covered outdoor area with a yellow building, a paved walkway, and a parked vehicle.

13. Ele Camp Udawalawa

2.8 km from Elephant Transit Home

Vanou2a

SAR 143

SAR 174 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A modern building with a glass facade, a swimming pool, and surrounding greenery.

A modern bedroom with a bed, pillows, a wardrobe, and a television.

A modern building with large windows and a balcony.

A modern building with a glass facade, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

14. Waraka - Udawalawe

2.6 km from Elephant Transit Home

"Honestly a very disappointing hotel. Online it looks lovely but the reality of metal construction without insulation means a boiling hot room that the AC can’t counteract and from others walking. The restaurant was comparable to Faulty Towers! We ordered a bottle of wine and after waiting for 15mins we’re told they didn’t have it, other drinks on the menu weren’t available, food was actually lovely but arrived at random times and the staff looked perplexed when asked anything. Also, and not...

Danielle

SAR 419

SAR 544 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A thatched-roof structure with a central open area, possibly a dining or gathering space, surrounded by low walls and trees.

A wooden dining table set with white plates, blue patterned cups, and a white teapot.

A person cleaning a wooden table with a cloth and spray bottle, wearing a shirt labeled "GREENWOOD RESORT".

A reception desk with a sign that reads "RECEPTION OPEN".

15. Greenwood Udawalawa safari resort

1.7 km from Elephant Transit Home

Dan

SAR 45

SAR 53 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A house with a porch, a staircase, and a large window.

A dining area with a long table set for six, surrounded by wooden chairs with cushioned seats.

A narrow hallway with a wooden door at the end, a small wooden stool, and a white door on the left.

A covered outdoor seating area with a bench and a table, surrounded by a green railing and steps leading up to a door.

16. centerpoint safari resort Udawalawa

2.8 km from Elephant Transit Home

Mick

SAR 68

SAR 81 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A yoga session on a green mat with a scenic mountain view in the background.

A hammock tied to a tree on a sandy beach with clear turquoise water in the background.

A neatly made bed with towels and a small plant on it.

A white pickup truck parked on a paved driveway leading to a two-story house with a red roof and white walls.

17. Green Heaven Safari Resort Udawalawa

1.6 km from Elephant Transit Home

SAR 45

SAR 54 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A dining table set with plates, napkins, cutlery, and glasses, with a lush green background of foliage.

A sign reading "GAYA FAMILY RESORT" hanging from a wooden post.

A building with a sloped roof, surrounded by lush green foliage.

A bed with a patterned bedspread and white towels arranged in a heart shape.

18. Gaya Family Resort Udawalawa

0.9 km from Elephant Transit Home

SAR 23

SAR 28 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A courtyard with potted plants, a brick pathway, and a two-story building with balconies.

A group of people dining at an outdoor table with a view of the night sky and a building in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, two sofas, a coffee table, and curtains with a pattern.

A two-story building with a balcony, surrounded by trees and illuminated by string lights.

19. Imperial Resort

2.6 km from Elephant Transit Home

SAR 56

SAR 67 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a mirror, a vase with flowers, and a wooden headboard.

A multi-story building with a covered outdoor area, multiple dining tables, and a well-maintained lawn.

A hotel room with two beds, each with a headboard, white bedding, and beige pillows. There are two wall-mounted paintings of elephants.

A hotel room with a large bed, a headboard, two bedside tables, a painting on the wall, and a door with curtains.

20. The Mammoth - Udawalawe

0.9 km from Elephant Transit Home

SAR 216

SAR 257 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Elephant Transit Home

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Mansala Safari House	9.8 Exceptional 51 reviews	View
The Countryside Udawalawe	9.8 Exceptional 13 reviews	View
Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge	9.0 Wonderful 12 reviews	View
Hotel Athgira	8.8 Excellent 5 reviews	View
Lizard Safari Lodge	8.6 Excellent 10 reviews	View

Top Elephant Transit Home Hotel Reviews

Kalu's Hideaway Udawalawe

10/10 Excellent

"A peaceful nature retreat with incredible fresh food. Our stay at Kalu’s Hideaway was a wonderful experience from start to finish. We loved the wholesome farm-to-table dining—tasting fresh red dragon fruit straight from the garden, sweet pineapples, mangos, and delicious Sri Lankan vegetables. The property itself is surrounded by nature. The butterfly garden was an unexpected treat, and waking up to the tranquil morning sounds of birds overlooking the Udawalawe reserve canopy was magical. You can even spot local wildlife right on the grounds, from vibrant water lilies in the ponds to land monitor lizards wandering past. It was such a serene and relaxing escape!"

Shangri-La Hambantota

10/10 Excellent

"Stayed 2 nights in August. Spacious hotel with plenty to explore, we wished we'd had more time to make the most of all the facilities. Had a small hiccup with our room allocation at check-in, but the team resolved it quickly and professionally. Food was a highlight - great buffet breakfast with a wide selection, and good options across the various restaurants on site. We also played 18 holes of golf; the caddies were professional, polite and added a lot to the experience. Would recommend for a relaxing stay with plenty of facilities to enjoy, just make sure you allow enough time to see it all."

Elephant Trail

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay. Extremely helpful staff. Facilities were surprisingly good. Handy location to elephant transit and national park. Nice pool. Highly recommend."

The Countryside Udawalawe

10/10 Excellent

"We really enjoyed our stay. The rooms were big & clean and the pool is really nice. The staff were very helpful and organised our safari for the next day at check in. Breakfast and dinner were delicious!"

Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort

8/10 Good

"great pool close enough to national park but hotel is a little tired"

Centauria Wild

10/10 Excellent

"nice staff, amazing breakfast, and lake view are one of the best, especially during the sunset"

Vimanra Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean room.Lovely pool. The hotel is out of the way near the river. We loved the tranquil setting. Apart from our safari trip (which was arranged by the owner) we didn’t leave the hotel, which suited us because the food provided at the hotel is delicious. The only negative thing I would say is they could do with upgrading the recliners by the pool. "

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Suriyakanda Forest Reserve

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Elephant Transit Home?

Elephant Transit Home is located in a welcoming area of Udawalawa that travelers like for its parks and gardens. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 33 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Elephant Transit Home?

Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a winery and a full-service spa. It's located just a short 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Elephant Transit Home. Another good choice is The Countryside Udawalawe, located just 0.5 mi (0.8 km) away.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Elephant Transit Home?

Expedia has 33 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Elephant Transit Home.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Elephant Transit Home, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available near Elephant Transit Home.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Elephant Transit Home?

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Our top choices for Elephant Transit Home hotels

1. Mansala Safari House

2. The Countryside Udawalawe

3. Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge

4. Hotel Athgira

5. Lizard Safari Lodge

6. Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort

7. Dil Lanka Safari Resort

8. Ivory Safari House

9. Wild Safari Nest Udawalawe

10. Wildlife Safari House

11. Atha Safari Resort & Riverside Camping

12. Maika safari

13. Ele Camp Udawalawa

14. Waraka - Udawalawe

15. Greenwood Udawalawa safari resort

16. centerpoint safari resort Udawalawa

17. Green Heaven Safari Resort Udawalawa

18. Gaya Family Resort Udawalawa

19. Imperial Resort

20. The Mammoth - Udawalawe

Compare popular hotels close to Elephant Transit Home

Top Elephant Transit Home Hotel Reviews

Kalu's Hideaway Udawalawe

Shangri-La Hambantota

Elephant Trail

The Countryside Udawalawe

Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort

Centauria Wild

Vimanra Hotel

Other attractions near Elephant Transit Home

Sankhapala Raja Maha Viharaya & Phussadewa Tomb

Suriyakanda Forest Reserve

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