Leisure House Safari
no,16,river road,walawa junction,udawalawe.
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Why people book this hotel
“The family is very open and friendly, we were warmly welcomed with a drink”
“The couple room was incredibly comfortable, and the safari services provided by …”
“Clean and comfortable room, the family are all lovely and the home cooked curry …”
“The rooms were luxurious and comfortable”
“Staff excellent, food was superb rooms were clean”
“Rooms are comfy, spotless, and beds are great”
“When we were walking around searching the nearby cafes for a king coconut, the o…”
“The place is beautiful very cozy and in excellent location”
“Within easy driving distance undweahala and the breakfast and lunch provided was…”
“Breakfast and dinner are delicious”
“The Safari was arranged by the hotel and it was worth more than the payment”
“The location was very good and the safari was arranged by the host and it was ab…”
Overview
Located in Udawalawe, 17 km from Udawalawe National Park, Leisure House Safari offers accommodation with water sports facilities, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. This homestay features air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony. The homestay provides lake views, an outdoor fireplace, a 24-hour front desk, and free WiFi is available throughout the property. The homestay provides guests with a terrace, mountain views, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and a private bathroom with bidet and bathrobes. A microwave, a toaster and fridge are also provided, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. Additional in-room amenities include wine or champagne, fruits and chocolates or cookies. Continental and Full English/Irish breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities and fresh pastries are available daily at the homestay. At Leisure House Safari, the restaurant is open for dinner, lunch and brunch and serves American cuisine. The property is family-friendly and comes with an indoor play area. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at the accommodation, while cycling and fishing can be enjoyed nearby. The nearest airport is Mattala Rajapaksa International, 54 km from Leisure House Safari, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Traveller reviews
Alistair
family_with_children
January 29, 2024
“A great place to stay, highly recommended”
Staff excellent, food was superb rooms were clean. Within easy driving distance undweahala and the breakfast and lunch provided was very good. Our guide was outstanding.
Lars
couple
January 26, 2024
“Comfy stay right around the corner of Udawalawe National Park”
The safari was well organized by the owner and the guide was not pushy in any kind of way and did not try to sell any unnecessary add ons to us. The family is very open and friendly, we were warmly welcomed with a drink. In general, they are very caring. Drinking water is for free and after a long day in the heat, they served us an electrolyte drink. When we were walking around searching the nearby cafes for a king coconut, the owner's mother asked, what we were searching for. When telling her, the family surprised us with two king coconuts later that day. The owner's mother is also an excellent cook, we can recommend her rice and curry! Another big plus of course is the cuddly family dog Shane! At the end of our stay when leaving, the family gathered to wave goodbye, which was a cute gesture!
Dominika
extended_group
January 23, 2024
“Lovely stay, highly recommended:) Lively big room with a big bed and hot shower! Love it ! Welcome tea and cake 😍”
Everything
Owen Ricky
couple
January 10, 2024
“Best of all!”
Fantastic property! Rooms are comfy, spotless, and beds are great. Breakfast and dinner are delicious. Safari trips are a breeze with their vehicles. Loved every minute!
Patrick
couple
January 8, 2024
Clean and comfortable room, the family are all lovely and the home cooked curry was delicious. We booked a safari with them and their guide was very knowledgable about all the wildlife and was a great spotter for all the animals especially the rare birds!
Manathunga
couple
July 1, 2023
“Great safari , Comfortable stay”
We had an amazing time at Leisure House Safari! The couple room was incredibly comfortable, and the safari services provided by the hotel were excellent. The knowledgeable guides made the experience truly special as we spotted numerous elephants and other incredible animals. The owner, Shanaka, was extremely helpful and kind, making our stay even more enjoyable. And we can't forget to mention the delicious meals prepared by the owner's mom - they were absolutely tasty. Overall, our stay at Leisure House Safari surpassed our expectations, and we highly recommend it for an unforgettable safari experience.🥰
Polina N Phillip
couple
April 10, 2023
“Safari 10/10 excellent”
We had a wonderful stay at Leisure House Safari. So far one of the best stays for us in Sri Lanka. The hosts were super friendly and helped us at all times. The food was absolutely excellent. Everything was freshly prepared and very clean Safari 10/10
Polina N Phillip
couple
April 10, 2023
“Best safari ever had”
From the delicious local cuisine to the guided tours, every aspect of our stay at this safari hotel was exceptional.The rooms were luxurious and comfortable.The staff at this hotel were so knowledgeable and made our safari experience truly unforgettable.
Christoper Wills
couple
April 7, 2023
“Super recommended”
The owner is very helpful. The place is beautiful very cozy and in excellent location. The food is the best one we tried in Sri Lanka. We took the Safari with the owner and was the best experience. The rooms very clean and with all the necessary thing. Super recommended
Jonas
family_with_children
March 29, 2023
“Highly recommend”
Incredible kindness and service from Shanaka (host) and his family. He organized a shuttle for us from Tangalle to this lovely venue. He also organized an absolut amazing private safari tour for us, including a super friendly driver who explained and showed us a lot of the Udalawawe National Park. We did the 6 hours tour inclusive delicious selfmade breakfast. Afterwards he organized a shuttle from the Leisure House Safari to Ella for us. Thank you so much for this nice experience!
Sasani
couple
March 25, 2023
The place was really good and this is a place i can recommend any one to stay and enjoy who comes to udawalawe. The room was very clean and the bathroom too.we stayed two days and the food was arranged by shanaka the host, and the food was really very very tasty and the perfect food i ever had in srilanka and food was home made, cooked by shana 's (host's) mom . The Safari was arranged by the hotel and it was worth more than the payment. We saw lots of kinds of animals birds etc.... specially elephants. We enjoyed the safari very well and the safari driver was also very friendly and he has a very good knowledge about the national park and the about the animals habitats. He explained us every thing which was our questions. The location is perfect.there are supermarkets banks atms every thing nearby. I write this review to special thank for Shana who was the host because he was very helpfull and friendly and helped us in every thing in udawalwe even to find a taxi to tangalle. I recommend leisure house safari bungalow as a perfect place to spend your leisure time in udawalwe. Thankyou Shana ❤️😊
Adam
family_with_children
February 28, 2023
The rooms were clean, very comfortable, and the staff was amazing. They went over and beyond to help make our stay enjoyable. Food was perfect and homemade by host's mother.The location was very good and the safari was arranged by the host and it was absolutely woderfull,worth more than money.the safari driver was also very friendly and we saw lot's of animals. Morning is the best time for a safari. I highly recommend this hotel for anyone visiting udawalawa. Thankyou again " leisure house " for your grate hospitality.
Facilities
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible, Higher level toilet, Lower bathroom sink
Activities
Badminton equipment, Entertainment staff, Water sport facilities on site, Fishing, Massage, Children's playground, Bicycle rental (additional charge), Hiking, Cycling, Beauty Services, Spa facilities, Spa lounge/relaxation area, Foot bath, Back massage, Neck massage, Foot massage, Couples massage, Head massage, Hand massage, Full body massage, Fitness, Movie nights, Walking tours, Bike tours, Themed dinner nights, Happy hour, Tour or class about local culture, Cooking class
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay, Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles, Indoor play area, Baby safety gates
Food & Drink
Kid meals, Kid-friendly buffet, Wine/champagne, Fruits, Special diet menus (on request), Breakfast in the room, Restaurant, Coffee house on site, Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered
General
Bicycle parking, Pets allowed, Non-smoking rooms, Facilities for disabled guests, Family rooms, Heating, Soundproof rooms, Safety deposit box, Allergy-free room, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, WiFi available in all areas, Minimarket on site
Internet
Free WiFi, WiFi, Internet services
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
Sun terrace, BBQ facilities, Garden, Terrace, Outdoor furniture, Picnic area, Outdoor fireplace
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking, Accessible parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Mobile app for room service, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Carbon monoxide detector, Carbon monoxide sources, 24-hour security, Key access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available
Self check-in
Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive, Check-in kiosk in the lobby, Lockbox key collection at the property, Lockbox key collection near the property
Services
Strollers, Shuttle service, Pet basket, Pet bowls, Daily housekeeping, Grocery deliveries, Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (additional charge), ATM/cash machine on site, Lockers, Shared lounge/TV area, Airport shuttle (additional charge), Trouser press, Vending machine (drinks), Vending machine (snacks), Express check-in/check-out, Currency exchange, Packed lunches, Car hire, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, Tour desk, Airport shuttle, Room service, Meeting/banquet facilities, 24-hour front desk, Ironing service, Business centre, Babysitting/child services, Laundry, Dry cleaning
Transport
Public transport tickets, Airport pick up, Airport drop off
Family Room with Garden View
This family room features a fireplace. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware in the fully equipped kitchen. The family room also comes with a barbecue. The spacious family room features air conditioning, a washing machine, a terrace with lake views as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath. The unit has 2 beds.
Deluxe Double Room
This double room features a fireplace. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware in the well-equipped kitchen. The double room also provides guests with a barbecue. The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a washing machine, a terrace with lake views as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath.
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