Title: The Best Hotels Closest to Elephant Transit Home in - 2026 Updated Prices | Expedia.co.uk [Uva Province Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Uva-Province.dx553248635975177331)[Holiday Rentals in Uva Province](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Uva-Province.d553248635975177331.Holiday-Rental-Destinations)[Elephant Transit Home Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Elephant-Transit-Home.d553248621526915064.Car-Hire-Guide)[Elephant Transit Home Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Elephant-Transit-Home-Uva-Province.d553248621526915064.Attraction) ![Default HTG hotel image](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/fallback-images-brand/bex_lodging_v2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/fallback-images-brand/bex_lodging_v2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__price_find.svg) ### Change your mind Book hotels with free cancellation - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__deals.svg) ### Treat yourself Save instantly and earn perks with One Key [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__bed.svg) ### Be picky Search almost a million properties worldwide ## Check prices for these dates Tonight [27 Feb - 28 Feb](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248621526915064&startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-02-28&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Tomorrow [28 Feb - 1 Mar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248621526915064&startDate=2026-02-28&endDate=2026-03-01&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) This weekend [27 Feb - 1 Mar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248621526915064&startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-03-01&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Next weekend [6 Mar - 8 Mar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248621526915064&startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-08&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Recommended Price (low to high) Distance Property class ## Our top choices for Elephant Transit Home hotels ![Deluxe Double Room, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace, Garden View | Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12380000/12376200/12376171/edcc5a58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12380000/12376200/12376171/db418c80.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![International cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12380000/12376200/12376171/b6eac441.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![International cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12380000/12376200/12376171/c6d4e611.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Elephant Rest Udawalawa [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Udawalawa-Hotels-Elephant-Rest-Udawalawa.h12376171.Hotel-Information) 5.8 mi from Elephant Transit Home 9.0/10 Wonderful (57 reviews) "Amazing location, great service, delicious food " ![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg) Harry [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Udawalawa-Hotels-Elephant-Rest-Udawalawa.h12376171.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20250000/20240500/20240492/72a492a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20250000/20240500/20240492/c24cc0b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Superior Deluxe Double Room with Lake View and Free 3 Hour Safari | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20250000/20240500/20240492/c77b325e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20250000/20240500/20240492/542207d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Centauria Wild [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Udawalawa-Hotels-Centauria-Wild.h20240492.Hotel-Information) 5.6 mi from Elephant Transit Home 8.6/10 Excellent (55 reviews) "Staff very helpful, lovely resort " ![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg) Joe £72 includes taxes & fees 29 Mar - 30 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Udawalawa-Hotels-Centauria-Wild.h20240492.Hotel-Information) ![Outdoor pool, open 8 AM to 8:30 PM, pool umbrellas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30240000/30231300/30231279/3901068c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![In-room safe, soundproofing, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30240000/30231300/30231279/f3bca4d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30240000/30231300/30231279/2f573ad3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30240000/30231300/30231279/dbabf111.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Athgira [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Udawalawa-Hotels-Hotel-Athgira.h30231279.Hotel-Information) 6.1 mi from Elephant Transit Home 8.8/10 Excellent (5 reviews) "Out of every hotel we have stayed at in Sri Lanka, this was the best. It was classy. They did absolutely everything right. The staff were always smiling and helpful. The food was amazing. The chef is so talented. Best stay ever. Wish it could be longer." ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Geoff [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Udawalawa-Hotels-Hotel-Athgira.h30231279.Hotel-Information) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99850000/99849100/99849088/02c023d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99850000/99849100/99849088/980a2985.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99850000/99849100/99849088/afb44ec3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99850000/99849100/99849088/5f31614e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Countryside Udawalawe [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Udawalawa-Hotels-The-Countryside-Udawalawe.h99849088.Hotel-Information) 7.1 mi from Elephant Transit Home 9.6/10 Exceptional (9 reviews) "Room was spacious and super clean. Staff were attentive. Property is within walking distance to elephant orphanage. Breakfast was hearty. " ![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg) Douglas [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Udawalawa-Hotels-The-Countryside-Udawalawe.h99849088.Hotel-Information) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38990000/38989200/38989187/c840190a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38990000/38989200/38989187/8f08321d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38990000/38989200/38989187/59412d55.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Family Quadruple Room | In-room safe, laptop workspace, soundproofing, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38990000/38989200/38989187/ad223940.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Embilipitiya-Hotels-Nildiyamankada-Safari-Lodge.h38989187.Hotel-Information) 6.9 mi from Elephant Transit Home 9.2/10 Wonderful (10 reviews) "Staff were lovely and so welcoming. Rooms were clean and the grounds were beautiful. The location is peaceful and relaxing " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Ronelda [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Embilipitiya-Hotels-Nildiyamankada-Safari-Lodge.h38989187.Hotel-Information) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25180000/25179900/25179808/c31e6397.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25180000/25179900/25179808/4b6ed986.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25180000/25179900/25179808/0a1dbd82.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25180000/25179900/25179808/eb566e74.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hantara Udawalawa [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Udawalawa-Hotels-Hantara-Udawalawa.h25179808.Hotel-Information) 6.4 mi from Elephant Transit Home 9.0/10 Wonderful (33 reviews) "Lovely staff who are very friendly. Clean comfy rooms and delicious food. Very highly recommended!! " ![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg) Mya [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Udawalawa-Hotels-Hantara-Udawalawa.h25179808.Hotel-Information) ![Outdoor pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12040000/12031000/12030945/64fb8429.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12040000/12031000/12030945/c06bdddb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, rollaway beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12040000/12031000/12030945/081be2cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Buffet](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12040000/12031000/12030945/b2d59605.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Elephant Trail [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Udawalawa-Hotels-Elephant-Trail.h12030945.Hotel-Information) 5.4 mi from Elephant Transit Home 7.4/10 Good (36 reviews) "Great staff and they were very helpful. The hotel is located near the national park which was very convenient. " ![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg) Manotharan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Udawalawa-Hotels-Elephant-Trail.h12030945.Hotel-Information) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16490000/16486700/16486692/5077727e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16490000/16486700/16486692/f83ebd8d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Deluxe Room | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16490000/16486700/16486692/73072241.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16490000/16486700/16486692/3ad63f71.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Le Green Udawalawe Resort [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Udawalawa-Hotels-Le-Green-Udawalawe-Resort.h16486692.Hotel-Information) 5.5 mi from Elephant Transit Home 7.6/10 Good (18 reviews) "Did send an email to expedia, saying we did not stay, because of unhygenic rooms and facilities not working. " ![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg) Antonia [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Udawalawa-Hotels-Le-Green-Udawalawe-Resort.h16486692.Hotel-Information) ![Front of property – evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16800000/16793400/16793324/b7372d4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16800000/16793400/16793324/7f6cbef3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Deluxe Tree House | Living area | Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16800000/16793400/16793324/5658c3dc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Deluxe Tree House | Garden view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16800000/16793400/16793324/c3943a2c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### La Pentera [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hambegamuwa-Hotels-La-Pentera.h16793324.Hotel-Information) 7.4 mi from Elephant Transit Home 9.2/10 Wonderful (20 reviews) "La Pentera is a new property which has a unique concept of a tree house. The property is quite far from the Udawalawe National Park - about 30 km or so. The directions are also unclear, even if you use googlemaps. The property is new and in great condition. However, there are things that could be better, especially the food. The bathroom has hot water though there is some water leakage. A great experience stay but could be better." ![India](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/in.svg) Susmita [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hambegamuwa-Hotels-La-Pentera.h16793324.Hotel-Information) ![Front of property – evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19330000/19327300/19327234/52759fb4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Room | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19330000/19327300/19327234/8dfaade8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lunch and dinner served, international cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19330000/19327300/19327234/b4e89b90.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lunch and dinner served, international cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19330000/19327300/19327234/3fbd3c14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sihilro Regency [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sihilro-Regency.h19327234.Hotel-Information) 7.4 mi from Elephant Transit Home 8.8/10 Excellent (14 reviews) "The welcome at the Sihilro Regency is second to none. We felt almost like family. The home cooked food offered is really fantastic, exceeding the standard in most of the hotels we stayed in. Arriving over the new year weekend, we were slightly concerned that onward travel would be difficult but they helped us find a taxi at a very reasonable price. We also used their in house Safari and the driver / guide was brilliant. Highly recommended." ![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg) Anonymous traveller [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sihilro-Regency.h19327234.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17420000/17419900/17419887/c0434ab7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Luxury Tent, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, River View | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17420000/17419900/17419887/123b527a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17420000/17419900/17419887/068f4976.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Boating](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17420000/17419900/17419887/ac15a762.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Makulu Safari Camping [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Makulu-Safari-Camping.h17419887.Hotel-Information) 8.8 mi from Elephant Transit Home 9.8/10 Exceptional (10 reviews) "Rating is based on the fact it is a camp. The staff is great, really friendly and take good care of you. They helped with anything we needed. It is a bit hard to find, but they met us on the road and brought us to the camp site. The location is well kept. Since it is a camp, there are bugs, there are reptiles, but the staff do their best to keep them out of your way. The breakfast was great and very peaceful." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Anonymous traveller £58 includes taxes & fees 12 Mar - 13 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Makulu-Safari-Camping.h17419887.Hotel-Information) ![Classic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Garden View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, memory-foam beds, desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118270000/118268500/118268437/6a6c10b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118270000/118268500/118268437/f5ea72e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Classic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Garden View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, memory-foam beds, desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118270000/118268500/118268437/5ec1cb72.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Cleanliness standards](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118270000/118268500/118268437/3707c045.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Greenwood Udawalawa safari resort [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Udawalawa-Hotels-Greenwood-Udawalawa-Safari-Resort.h118268437.Hotel-Information) 5.9 mi from Elephant Transit Home 6.0/10 (2 reviews) "Host was amazing, caring and generous. Amazing cook" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Dan £13 includes taxes & fees 6 Mar - 7 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Udawalawa-Hotels-Greenwood-Udawalawa-Safari-Resort.h118268437.Hotel-Information) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114120000/114112300/114112280/2bb0a44e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Select Comfort beds, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114120000/114112300/114112280/9df82044.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114120000/114112300/114112280/d6ef2c6d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114120000/114112300/114112280/0b0d61a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Wild Safari Nest Udawalawe [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Udawalawa-Hotels-Wild-Safari-Nest-Udawalawe.h114112280.Hotel-Information) 6.9 mi from Elephant Transit Home 10/10 Exceptional (1 review) "Fremragende sted, en lille perle i høj klasse og fantastisk personale." ![Denmark](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/dk.svg) Lotte Duus £48 includes taxes & fees 28 Mar - 29 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Udawalawa-Hotels-Wild-Safari-Nest-Udawalawe.h114112280.Hotel-Information) ![1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18470000/18468900/18468836/25239a29.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18470000/18468900/18468836/f4d1b3e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Panoramic Tent | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18470000/18468900/18468836/dd0963bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18470000/18468900/18468836/e05f3cb9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ahaspokuna by Eco Team [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ahaspokuna-By-Eco-Team.h18468836.Hotel-Information) 7.9 mi from Elephant Transit Home 8.8/10 Excellent (3 reviews) "This could be something so special. The location itself is amazing and the accommodation for ‘camping’ is incredible. The service wasn’t great however. As kind as everyone was the timings were very off. Being told we needed to be ready for breakfast at 8 and not being served till 9.30\. The same for dinner. We also told them we needed to leave on the final day at 7.30 so wanted breakfast at 7\. We arrived at the breakfast tent at 7 and no one was there. Unfortunately it was the same for the... ![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg) Jennifer [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ahaspokuna-By-Eco-Team.h18468836.Hotel-Information) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111180000/111180000/111179908/b8bf3ece.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Safari](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111180000/111180000/111179908/w1187h900x66y0-11936e17.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111180000/111180000/111179908/115d4a62.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Free daily buffet breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111180000/111180000/111179908/f8ecace3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ivory Safari House [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Udawalawa-Hotels-Ivory-Safari-House.h111179908.Hotel-Information) 7.7 mi from Elephant Transit Home 8.8/10 Excellent (3 reviews) "Great location! Centrally located, super nice hosts (family led hotel), nice breakfast and a comfy, nice room! :-) Thank you!" ![Germany](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/de.svg) Michael £3 includes taxes & fees 6 Mar - 7 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Udawalawa-Hotels-Ivory-Safari-House.h111179908.Hotel-Information) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26820000/26810600/26810594/e27a91a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26820000/26810600/26810594/46ddafd4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Family Room, 1 Bedroom | 4 bedrooms, premium bedding, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26820000/26810600/26810594/334cece5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26820000/26810600/26810594/d9ad9a63.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Vimanra Hotel [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Udawalawa-Hotels-Vimanra-Hotel.h26810594.Hotel-Information) 9.4 mi from Elephant Transit Home 9.0/10 Wonderful (4 reviews) "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. " ![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg) Susan £21 includes taxes & fees 4 Mar - 5 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Udawalawa-Hotels-Vimanra-Hotel.h26810594.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116740000/116733800/116733741/4e31e2ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116740000/116733800/116733741/ac87c773.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Superior Double Room, Garden View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116740000/116733800/116733741/34b2b2c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Garden view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116740000/116733800/116733741/5e29d9a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Udawalawe Safari VIllage By Plateeno [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Udawalawa-Hotels-Udawalawe-Safari-VIllage-By-Plateeno.h116733741.Hotel-Information) 7.2 mi from Elephant Transit Home 10/10 Exceptional (1 review) "Reservamos con pocos días de antelación ya que decidimos cambiar nuestro itinerario. El hotel fue un gran descubrimiento. Muy buen servicio, con una atención de 10\. Habitaciones senzillas pero comodas, todo lo que puedes pedir por el precio. Sin duda repetiria" ![Spain](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/es.svg) Anonymous traveller £18 includes taxes & fees 1 Mar - 2 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Udawalawa-Hotels-Udawalawe-Safari-VIllage-By-Plateeno.h116733741.Hotel-Information) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42720000/42713300/42713202/c2c123e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Safari](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42720000/42713300/42713202/3ca90abb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Deluxe Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42720000/42713300/42713202/cf363f10.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42720000/42713300/42713202/c3abc9d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Wildlife Safari House [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Embilipitiya-Hotels-Wildlife-Safari-House.h42713202.Hotel-Information) 8 mi from Elephant Transit Home 10/10 Exceptional (1 review) "Harika insanlar harika otel harika safari" ![Turkey](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/tr.svg) Gulsun £24 includes taxes & fees 2 Mar - 3 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Embilipitiya-Hotels-Wildlife-Safari-House.h42713202.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29370000/29366600/29366504/ee4cdeda.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29370000/29366600/29366504/24c3fbce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Luxury House, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29370000/29366600/29366504/518acee0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29370000/29366600/29366504/4add5cde.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Dil Lanka Safari Resort [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Udawalawa-Hotels-Dil-Lanka-Safari-Resort.h29366504.Hotel-Information) 8.3 mi from Elephant Transit Home 8.8/10 Excellent (3 reviews) "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." ![Netherlands](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/nl.svg) MJ [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Udawalawa-Hotels-Dil-Lanka-Safari-Resort.h29366504.Hotel-Information) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96660000/96654900/96654859/11d6b296.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96660000/96654900/96654859/33030008.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96660000/96654900/96654859/3f980bc6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96660000/96654900/96654859/50f170bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Maika safari [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Udawalawa-Hotels-Maika-Safari.h96654859.Hotel-Information) 7.1 mi from Elephant Transit Home 8.0/10 Very good (1 review) £18 includes taxes & fees 27 Feb - 28 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Udawalawa-Hotels-Maika-Safari.h96654859.Hotel-Information) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. 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Our Villa was perfect. Spotlessly clean with a gorgeous view over the paddy fields. The service was unobtrusive but excellent. The food exceptional and our butler (who we called Can Do because he could do everything) was special. We will long remember him and his smile. We learned that most of the staff come from the local village & you could feel their happiness & camaraderie in being there. We cycled to the village where the local shopkeeper insisted on giving us a coconut from his garden and visited the local Buddhist monastery where we were also made very welcome. We walked & saw incredible birds with our guide. The peacocks, land monitors & weaver birds were all around us. If only every hotel could be as exceptional as this one is." [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wellawaya-Hotels-Jetwing-Kaduruketha.h12874957.Hotel-Information) ![Mansala Safari House](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31910000/31904600/31904518/44f9d017_y.jpg) ### Mansala Safari House 10/10 Excellent "We had a fantastic stay here. The house & setting are just beautiful, so peaceful & the hosts are so welcoming & friendly. The bed was so comfortable! We had an evening meal here which was home cooked & delicious. We had an early start the following day for a Jeep safari we’d booked through the hosts & we were sent off with a huge packed breakfast. The safari was fabulous too, the guide was so knowledgeable about Udawele Park. Wish we could have stayed longer!" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Udawalawa-Hotels-Mansala-Safari-House.h31904518.Hotel-Information) ![Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15830000/15821000/15820942/bed3386e_y.jpg) ### Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort 10/10 Excellent "An easy, relaxing base before and after our safari." [](https://expedia.co.uk/Udawalawa-Hotels-Grand-Udawalawe-Safari-Resort.h15820942.Hotel-Information) ![Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38990000/38989200/38989187/c22ebd14_y.jpg) ### Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge 10/10 Excellent "What a jewel of a property; amazing grounds, spotless rooms and excellent food were high points. Expected three star quality and was astonished upon check in. Excellent pool with sharp poolside service. Hotel is located adjacent to Udawalawe National Park Excellent safari coordinated by hotel, fully facilitated from start to finish. The restaurant staff was particularly kind and hospitable - run, don't walk to the hotel." [](https://expedia.co.uk/Embilipitiya-Hotels-Nildiyamankada-Safari-Lodge.h38989187.Hotel-Information) ![Centauria Wild](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20250000/20240500/20240492/c24cc0b4_y.jpg) ### Centauria Wild 10/10 Excellent "Large clean room, great service, comprehensive breakfast, large pool, " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Udawalawa-Hotels-Centauria-Wild.h20240492.Hotel-Information) ![Hantara Udawalawa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25180000/25179900/25179808/0859a6ab_y.jpg) ### Hantara Udawalawa 10/10 Excellent "Lovely staff who are very friendly. Clean comfy rooms and delicious food. Very highly recommended!! " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Udawalawa-Hotels-Hantara-Udawalawa.h25179808.Hotel-Information) ![Greenwood Udawalawa safari resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118270000/118268500/118268437/6a6c10b4_y.jpg) ### Greenwood Udawalawa safari resort 10/10 Excellent "Host was amazing, caring and generous. Amazing cook" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Udawalawa-Hotels-Greenwood-Udawalawa-Safari-Resort.h118268437.Hotel-Information) ![Mahoora - Udawalawe by Eco Team](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11470000/11467600/11467538/b54491bd_y.jpg) ### Mahoora - Udawalawe by Eco Team 10/10 Excellent "staff bent over backwards for us made sure we were constantly happy! food was amazing, over all amazing vibes " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mahoora-Udawalawe-By-Eco-Team.h11467538.Hotel-Information) ![Thotalagala](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35780000/35771200/35771158/1372b5f2_y.jpg) ### Thotalagala 10/10 Excellent "Very special. Outstanding service " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Haputale-Hotels-Thotalagala.h35771158.Hotel-Information) ## Hotels near other Elephant Transit Home attractions ### Udawalawe National Park 4.5/5 (64 reviews) Spot herds of majestic Asian elephants, wild cats and myriad birdlife at this sprawling wildlife reserve on the edge of the Hill Country. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=6348743) ### Sankhapala Raja Maha Viharaya & Phussadewa Tomb After visiting Sankhapala Raja Maha Viharaya & Phussadewa Tomb, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Colombage-ara. 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