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Set in Udawalawe, 12 km from Udawalawe National Park, Leel’s Safari Cottage offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant. This 3-star hotel offers room service, dry cleaning services and free WiFi. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. A Full English/Irish, American or Asian breakfast is available at the property. Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport is 56 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.9)

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Asian, American, Breakfast to go

Free private parking available at the hotel


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
10.0
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
10
Value for money
10.0
Location
9.9
High score for Udawalawe

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Ben
    Israel Israel
    Leel's place is the best place we have being in entire Sri Lanka. The place is well cleaned, beautiful, calm and romantic. Leel is a wonderful host, honest and decent, taking care of everything, making sure you will have the best stay. Leel's...
  • Hans
    Netherlands Netherlands
    The hospitality, and privacy are unmatched in this touristy area, two small private bungalows, hidden in the jungle-garden. We had an incredible stay. Leel organised the safari, which was amazing. He knows the park well, doesn't stay in the...
  • Daniel
    Germany Germany
    Leel is a very caring host with his family! We had a very pleasant time and enjoyed every single minute. From the moment of the arrival to the last breakfast. A hidden gem between a diverse range of plants and trees. Very calm and clean and the...
  • Andras
    Hungary Hungary
    Leel and his family were so kind during our staying. The room had such a good smell and clean. The garden is a real paradise. I cannot imagine better stay in Udawalawe. They toke us for a 1.5 hour massage in the end of the day. And finally we had...
  • Enos
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    One of the most amazing places we stayed in Sri Lanka. Leel and his family are so kind and welcoming. The home-cooked rice and curry for dinner was delicious, and Leel was an excellent and enthusiastic safari guide — we saw elephants, crocodiles,...
  • Josh
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The beautiful rainforest garden and the stunning and comfortable room we stayed in. It was immaculate with a modern bathroom and very comfortable bed. There was a new aircon unit and outdoor swing couch too. Leel and his family went above and...
  • Tobias
    Switzerland Switzerland
    It was a pleasure to stay at Leel's Safari Cottage! Leel, Nameli and Leel's Mother are such heartful persons, we had a lot of fun together! The rooms are very new and have a nice view to the garden which is wunderful! Make the Safari Tour with...
  • Gitasree
    India India
    Beautiful surroundings about 10 mins from the Park gates. It is exactly like the pictures. Clean pristine, comfortable, and convenient. Leel Namalee and their mother were extremely warm and welcoming. Cooked a wonderful dinner for us. Overall...
  • Mark
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This was the best place we stayed in during our 5 weeks in Sri Lanka. The rooms are immaculate and spacious and are away from the house in the beautiful garden. There is a lovely seating area just outside. The food (cooked by Leel’s Mother and...
  • Louis
    France France
    We had an incredible stay at Leel’s cottage. From the moment we arrived, Leel and his family gave us a warm welcome, personally guiding us to the beautiful rooms. Everything about our experience, from the cozy accommodations to the thrilling...

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      Asian
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Kosher • Vegetarian • Vegan

Facilities of Leel’s Safari Cottage
Great facilities! Review score, 10

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Breakfast

Outdoors

  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Garden

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours

Food & Drink

  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

    Reception services

    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Currency exchange
    • Express check-in/check-out

    Entertainment and family services

    • Board games/puzzles

    Cleaning services

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Dry cleaning
    • Laundry
      Additional charge

    Safety & security

    • 24-hour security

    General

    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Car hire
    • Packed lunches
    • Barber/beauty shop
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Room service

    Languages spoken

    • English

    House rules
    Leel’s Safari Cottage takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 13:00 to 21:00
    Check-out
    From 06:00 to 12:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Cash only
    This property only accepts cash payments.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about Leel’s Safari Cottage

    • Leel’s Safari Cottage is 1.7 miles from the centre of Udawalawe. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Leel’s Safari Cottage has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant #1
    • Leel’s Safari Cottage offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Walking tours
      • Bicycle rental
      • Bike tours
    • Check-in at Leel’s Safari Cottage is from 13:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

    • The prices at Leel’s Safari Cottage may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Room options at Leel’s Safari Cottage include:

      • Triple
      • Double