Title: Sandalwood Cottage Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=21903389&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Sandalwood Cottage This peaceful retreat near Udawalawe National Park invites travelers to explore the landscape by bike or unwind beside the barbecue grills in natural surroundings. ## Photo gallery for Sandalwood Cottage ![1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished - Sandalwood Cottage (Udawalawa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21910000/21903400/21903389/946c14ea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Sandalwood Cottage (Udawalawa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21910000/21903400/21903389/957df16a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Family Cottage | Bathroom | Free toiletries, slippers, bidet, towels - Sandalwood Cottage (Udawalawa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21910000/21903400/21903389/be86c54c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Sandalwood Cottage (Udawalawa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21910000/21903400/21903389/098aa7a0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Family Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished - Sandalwood Cottage (Udawalawa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21910000/21903400/21903389/5fc527c2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Sandalwood Cottage offers a quiet getaway with a relaxing garden, free breakfast, in-room WiFi, and an arcade/game room. Guests love its convenient location. ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Room service - Housekeeping ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 10 - Jan 11](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-10&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=21903389&PinnedHotelID=21903389&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-10&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=21903389&PinnedHotelID=21903389&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 11 - Jan 12](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-11&endDate=2026-01-12&selected=21903389&PinnedHotelID=21903389&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-11&endDate=2026-01-12&selected=21903389&PinnedHotelID=21903389&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 16 - Jan 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=21903389&PinnedHotelID=21903389&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=21903389&PinnedHotelID=21903389&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 23 - Jan 25](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=21903389&PinnedHotelID=21903389&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=21903389&PinnedHotelID=21903389&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ### View all photos for Standard Double Room with Fan ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21910000/21903400/21903389/b3fb4198.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room with Fan ### Highlights Furnished balcony Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Separate bedroom Ceiling fan Private bathroom Bidet - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Family Room ![Deluxe Family Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21910000/21903400/21903389/d1fd0c92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Family Room ### Highlights Furnished balcony Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Separate bedroom Ceiling fan Bidet Separate bath and shower - Sleeps 6 - 3 Double Beds ### View all photos for Traditional Double Room ![Traditional Double Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21910000/21903400/21903389/1eb64bab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Traditional Double Room ### Highlights Furnished balcony Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Separate bedroom Ceiling fan Private bathroom Bidet - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Family Cottage ![1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21910000/21903400/21903389/946c14ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Cottage ### Highlights Furnished balcony Separate dining area Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Separate bedroom Ceiling fan Bidet - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 6 - 3 Double Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FUdawalawa-Hotels-Sandalwood-Cottage.h21903389.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FUdawalawa-Hotels-Sandalwood-Cottage.h21903389.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![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%7C6.39769%2C80.80565&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=nnkpt_TvpuVT0O-VXISVkJsKRwo=) 96 Junction, A18 Road, Udawalawa, Sabaragamuwa Province, 70180 #### What's nearby - Udawalawe National Park \- 6 min drive \- 4.1 miles - Elephant Transit Home \- 8 min drive \- 4.6 miles - Sankhapala Raja Maha Viharaya & Phussadewa Tomb \- 10 min drive \- 6.6 miles - Mau Ara Lake \- 24 min drive \- 16.2 miles - Tangalle Beach \- 56 min drive \- 42.6 miles #### Restaurants - ‪Kottawaththa Village Inn - ‬13 min walk - ‪vibeX - ‬2 min drive - ‪Grand Toscana Restaurant - ‬6 min drive - ‪Perera & Sons (P&S) - Embilipitiya - ‬9 min drive - ‪River Side Inn - ‬15 min walk ## About this property ### Sandalwood Cottage Hotel near Udawalawe National Park Located close to Udawalawe Reservoir, Sandalwood Cottage provides free breakfast (local cuisine), a garden and an arcade/games room. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a restaurant. Additional perks include: - Free self-parking - Bike hire, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and luggage storage - Barbecues, free newspapers and a front desk safe Room features All guest rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts, such as 24-hour room service and furnished balconies, in addition to perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and separate sitting areas. 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Free Wi-Fi 7.8 Good 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-24&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=18151373&PinnedHotelID=18151373&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge - Area shuttle (surcharge) - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Food and drink - Free local cuisine breakfast - A restaurant - Couples/private dining ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Bicycle rentals ### Family friendly - Arcade/game room - Children's games - Separate bedroom ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Free newspapers in lobby - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel ### More - 1 floor - 3 buildings - Designated smoking areas - Mosquito nets - Traditional architecture ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Bidet - Free toiletries - Slippers - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Food and drink - 24-hour room service - Electric kettle - Free bottled water ### More - Ceiling fan - Desk - Free daily newspapers - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Iron/ironing board - Laptop workspace - Safe - Separate sitting area ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 AM Early check-in subject to availability An early check-in fee will be charged Late check-in fee Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:30 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ## Important information ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: USD 75 per vehicle (one way) - Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability) - Late check-in fee 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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on 31 December ### Property is also known as Sandalwood Cottage Embilipitiya Sandalwood Embilipitiya Sandalwood Cottage Hotel Sandalwood Cottage Udawalawa Sandalwood Cottage Hotel Udawalawa ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sandalwood Cottage pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Sandalwood Cottage? ### What time is check-in at Sandalwood Cottage? ### What time is check-out at Sandalwood Cottage? ### Does Sandalwood Cottage provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Sandalwood Cottage located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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