Title: Ivory Safari House Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Ivory Safari House ## Photo gallery for Ivory Safari House ![Garden - Ivory Safari House (udawalawa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111180000/111180000/111179908/b8bf3ece.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Free daily buffet breakfast - Ivory Safari House (udawalawa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111180000/111180000/111179908/f8ecace3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Safari - Ivory Safari House (udawalawa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111180000/111180000/111179908/w1187h900x66y0-11936e17.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool - Ivory Safari House (udawalawa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111180000/111180000/111179908/115d4a62.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Garden View | Soundproofing, free WiFi - Ivory Safari House (udawalawa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111180000/111180000/111179908/eed041f6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a terrace and designer shops on-site at Ivory Safari House. In addition to a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Pool - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant £3 includes taxes & fees 8 Mar - 9 Mar ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27&selected=111179908&PinnedHotelID=111179908&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27&selected=111179908&PinnedHotelID=111179908&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-02-28&selected=111179908&PinnedHotelID=111179908&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-02-28&selected=111179908&PinnedHotelID=111179908&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=111179908&PinnedHotelID=111179908&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=111179908&PinnedHotelID=111179908&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=111179908&PinnedHotelID=111179908&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=111179908&PinnedHotelID=111179908&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options ### View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Garden View ![Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Garden View | Soundproofing, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111180000/111180000/111179908/eed041f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Garden View ### Highlights Deck/patio Soundproofed Fridge Dishwasher Separate bedroom Private bathroom Cookware/dishes/utensils Daily housekeeping - Garden view - 151 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FUdawalawa-Hotels-Ivory-Safari-House.h111179908.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FUdawalawa-Hotels-Ivory-Safari-House.h111179908.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Udawalawa, Ivory Safari House is in a national park. Ridiyagama Safari Park is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Udawalawe National Park and Waulpane Cave. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving, snorkelling and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. [Visit our Timbulketiya travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Timbulketiya.dx553248635975862192) [View more Guest houses in Timbulketiya](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Timbulketiya-Guest-Houses.d553248635975862192-aaGuestHouses.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C6.41558%2C80.79893&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=KqpBipNvsmRGifXOnGzy1Hol-dw=) no 42,Thanamalwila Road,Udawalawa., udawalawa, SG, 70190 ### What's nearby - ![I was very surprised to see a few skin-and-bones elephants in Udawalawe National Park despite it's seemingly lush greenery. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000655797/319c5efc-6a00-424d-860d-3821e87eb749.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Udawalawe National Park 3 min drive \- 2.3 miles - Elephant Transit Home 5 min drive \- 2.7 miles - Sankhapala Raja Maha Viharaya & Phussadewa Tomb 7 min drive \- 4.8 miles - Mau Ara Lake 21 min drive \- 14.4 miles - Tangalle Beach 59 min drive \- 44.4 miles ### Restaurants - Kottawaththa Village Inn 16 min walk - Grand Toscana Restaurant 4 min drive - Elephant Trail Restaurant 8 min drive - vibeX 3 min walk - Kuma & Restaurant Udawalawa 10 min drive ## About this property ### Ivory Safari House Guest house near Udawalawe National Park You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a terrace and designer shops on-site at Ivory Safari House. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 50+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. You'll also find perks such as: - An outdoor pool - Free self-parking - A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), a nature reserve and a 24-hour front desk - Tour/ticket information Room features All guestrooms at Ivory Safari House offer comforts such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. 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Free secured self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Food and drink - Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM - A restaurant - Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of USD 5; reservation required - Private picnics ### Things to do - Designer stores - Outdoor pool ### Family friendly - High chair - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool - Soundproofed rooms - Stroller ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Garden - In a national park - Terrace ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - Designated smoking areas - Mosquito nets ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer (on request) - Private bathroom - Shower - Slippers - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils ### More - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight Late check-in subject to availability ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets stay for free ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast ## Important information ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: USD 100 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 0) - Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 100 (one-way), (up to 18 years old) - Hosted evening meal: USD 5 The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property only accepts cash ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as Ivory Safari House udawalawa Ivory Safari House Guesthouse Ivory Safari House Guesthouse udawalawa ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Ivory Safari House have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at Ivory Safari House? ### Is Ivory Safari House pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Ivory Safari House? ### What time is check-in at Ivory Safari House? ### What time is check-out at Ivory Safari House? ### Does Ivory Safari House provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Ivory Safari House located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Ivory Safari House Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 7.0 Amenities ### 10 Staff & service ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael 20 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location! Centrally located, super nice hosts (family led hotel), nice breakfast and a comfy, nice room! :-) Thank you! ##### Michael Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Neil 24 Feb 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Amenities Very clean room. Really nice people. Cannot do enough for you. ##### Neil Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tae Hui 1 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Tae Hui Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Cinnamon Bentota Beach – Signature Selection](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bentota-Hotels-Cinnamon-Bentota-Beach.h36466861.Hotel-Information) > > [NH Bentota Ceysands Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bentota-Hotels-NH-Bentota-Ceysands-Resort.h8146053.Hotel-Information) > > [Villa Ocean View](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wadduwa-Hotels-Villa-Ocean-View.h2226833.Hotel-Information) > > [Ladja Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ambalanthota-Hotels-Ladja-Beach-Resort.h42476991.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Blu Resort Galle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Galle-Hotels-Amari-Galle.h16267123.Hotel-Information) > > [The HideoutElla Wood Cabins](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ella-Hotels-The-HideoutElla-Wood-Cabins.h41819308.Hotel-Information) > > [Kethaka Aga](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Thissamaharama-Hotels-Kethaka-Aga.h22876073.Hotel-Information) > > [Mountain Heaven](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ella-Hotels-Mountain-Heaven.h11741687.Hotel-Information) > > [Camellia Hills](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hatton-Hotels-Camellia-Hills.h48393070.Hotel-Information) > > [Heritance Ahungalla](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ahungalla-Hotels-Heritance-Ahungalla.h1526822.Hotel-Information) > > [Blue Magpie Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kalawana-Hotels-Blue-Magpie-Lodge.h35405819.Hotel-Information) > > [MOI Ella by DBI](https://www.expedia.co.uk/MOI-Ella-By-DBI.h83271446.Hotel-Information) > > [Taru Villas The Long House - Bentota](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bentota-Hotels-Taru-Villas-The-Long-House.h27202420.Hotel-Information) > > [The Villas Wadduwa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wadduwa-Hotels-The-Villas-Wadduwa.h21399796.Hotel-Information) > > [Leopard Safaris Yala ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kataragama-Hotels-Leopard-Safaris-By-KK-Collection.h50636592.Hotel-Information) > > [Uppuveli Beach by DSK](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Trincomalee-Hotels-Uppuveli-Beach-By-DSK.h107128771.Hotel-Information) > > [Yala Wilderness Safari Camp](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tissamaharama-Hotels-Yala-Wilderness-Safari-Camp.h35832683.Hotel-Information) > > [The Villa Bentota by KK Collection](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bentota-Hotels-The-Villa-Bentota-By-KK-Collection.h76160201.Hotel-Information) > > [Jie Jie Beach Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Panadura-Hotels-Jie-Jie-Beach-By-Jetwing.h15440520.Hotel-Information) > > [Clio Ella Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ella-Jungle-Resort.h8308381.Hotel-Information) > > [Xavier's Cottage](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nuwara-Eliya-Hotels-The-Cottage-By-Jetwing.h12483826.Hotel-Information) > > [Roo Mansala Boutique Villas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sigiriya-Hotels-Roo-Mansala-Boutique-Villas.h23204786.Hotel-Information) > > [Tamarind Tree Garden resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Seeduwa-Katunayake-Hotels-The-Tamarind-Tree-Hotel.h56929895.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Hotel Kandy](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kandy-Hotels-OZO-Kandy-Sri-Lanka.h10442617.Hotel-Information) > > [North Gate Jaffna](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Jaffna-Hotels-North-Gate-By-Jetwing.h22276412.Hotel-Information) > > [Neem Tree House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kirinda-Hotels-Neem-Tree-House.h24402503.Hotel-Information) > > [Oreeka - Katunayake Airport Transit Hotels](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Negombo-Hotels-Oreeka-Hotel-Complimentary-Airport-Transfer.h14687310.Hotel-Information) > > [Uga Bay - Pasikuda](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pasikuda-Hotels-Uga-Bay-By-Uga-Escapes.h7760824.Hotel-Information) > > [Dream Cliff Mountain Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hildummulla-Hotels-Dream-Cliff-Mountain-Resort.h42548366.Hotel-Information) ---