splendid lake view safari lodge
no- 2074, bodiraja mawatha dakunu ela , udawalawe
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Why people book this hotel
“The people are very friendly and the safari Was great”
“She was very kind and helpful and her food was truly delicious”
“Swimming in the lake, sunbathing on the sunbeds and kayaking was another highlig…”
“The rooms have hot water and AC and moskito net”
“Amazing location, the lake was just perfect to spend the evenings by”
“We also booked a 'safari' to the nearby national park with them for a very fair …”
“The safari tour was very affordable and reasonable, really informative and felt …”
“Hot water showers, AC, good price on everything, it was really amazing”
“Also breakfast was great and they had a welcome drink”
“We enjoyed breakfast in the park and his experience helped us to spot many birds…”
“The room is nice and clean and safe”
“The room was clean and the balcony had a very nice view”
Overview
Boasting lake views, splendid lake view safari lodge provides accommodation with a garden, around 16 km from Udawalawe National Park. Featuring a 24-hour front desk, this property also welcomes guests with a restaurant and a sun terrace. The guest house features parking on-site, spa facilities and full-day security. At the guest house, all units come with a desk. Featuring a private bathroom with a bath, units at the guest house also offer free WiFi, while selected rooms have a balcony. A selection of options including pancakes, fruits and juice is served for breakfast, and breakfast in the room is also available. There is a coffee shop and lounge. The area is popular for hiking, and car hire is available at the guest house. Cycling and fishing can be enjoyed nearby, while a bicycle rental service and water sports facilities are also available on-site. The nearest airport is Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport, 60 km from splendid lake view safari lodge.
Traveller reviews
Dorothee
couple
March 29, 2026
“Wonderful!! Interesting!”
The room is nice and clean and safe ! The meals on the lake are delicious! The people are very friendly and the safari Was great!!!!
Wehlitz
family_with_children
March 17, 2026
The owner and his family were really really nice. They cooked for us very good meals, had safari with them and enjoyed our stay
Sam
couple
March 12, 2026
Amazing location, the lake was just perfect to spend the evenings by. Food was perfect too, able to cater to dietary needs. The safari tour was very affordable and reasonable, really informative and felt like I had seen everything. Could not recommend here enough. Thanks very much!
Jan
extended_group
March 6, 2026
A stunning little hotel by a lake, with the nicest people running it! The property is so incredibly beautiful, and the food there is amazing! Hot water showers, AC, good price on everything, it was really amazing!
Svenja
solo_traveller
March 3, 2026
“The perfect peaceful get away to see elephants and enjoy authentic Sri Lankan food”
The property is well maintained and very peacefully laying right next to a lake. The room was clean and the balcony had a very nice view. Best thing about the accommodation is the lovely lady who is running the place. She was very kind and helpful and her food was truly delicious! I can highly recommend staying here - I would definitely come back.
Bethany
extended_group
February 22, 2026
“Beautiful location, lovely hosts”
The hosts were so kind and accommodating, they made us feel so at home. The hotel is set in the most beautiful spot with the lake.
Celine
extended_group
February 18, 2026
The food we had was amazing!! The safari was incredible and very informative we went for the 7 hour one which was great as it didnt feel rushed. Swimming in the lake, sunbathing on the sunbeds and kayaking was another highlight that made the stay perfect.
Sarah
extended_group
January 15, 2026
“Great stay that exceeded my expectations, the place was great.”
They have free canoes and bikes. Also breakfast was great and they had a welcome drink.
Andrew
solo_traveller
January 13, 2026
The best place I've stayed so far in Sri Lanka! Very welcoming family serving great food and putting on a great Safari tour. And the accommodation is perfectly situated with a lake in front that you can swim and kayak in.
Szilvia
couple
January 8, 2026
I really liked the property because it felt familiar and welcoming, with a great view of the lake. It wasn’t crowded, which made the stay even more relaxing. We were able to organize everything directly with the family, which made the experience very personal and easy. Highly recommended!
Kirsty
couple
January 4, 2026
“Worth every penny and more..”
A tranquil, haven of peace within beautiful surroundings. A freshwater lake to swim and very hospitable hosts. A lovely homestay where we felt very looked after. We also booked a 'safari' to the nearby national park with them for a very fair price. What we received was absolutely worth every penny. Samantha is a very experienced driver and guide. He knew how to keep us away from the chaos and we only saw a handful of other jeeps all day. We enjoyed breakfast in the park and his experience helped us to spot many birds and animals. Madu is a wonderful cook and made us superb evening meals that could have fed a whole family! We honestly didn't want to leave...
Tanja
solo_traveller
January 2, 2026
Really nice homestay. Do really good safari's by their own. Enjoyed my stay there and recommended it to some friends
Stephanie
solo_traveller
December 23, 2025
“Lovely guesthouse at the lake”
This place deserves it's high ranking: Lovely staff, delicious food and a very comfy mattress. I did a wonderful with safari with them. The rooms have hot water and AC and moskito net. Simple but very good value. I would love to come again.
Katherine
couple
September 21, 2025
“The staff ensured our stay was very pleasant, especially eating our meals out on the pontoon.”
The staff were lovely, the food delicious, the bed comfortable , the shower water warm. A basic homestay in a very rural area. We visited the elephant orphanage, an admirable project and well worth seeing.
Harrold
extended_group
August 29, 2025
“Secluded lake view stay with amazing host!”
Beautiful location; a bit secluded but not a problem to get to via tuktuk. Rooms were very clean and comfortable. The host Muda was so helpful and attentive and she cooked some of the most amazing food we had had on our trip!
Hartmut
solo_traveller
August 17, 2025
“A Triple AAA location.”
It's a very quiet place with Lske View, actually an Island in the Paradise. Excellent food. Very nice, sympathetic and helpful owner.
Mason
solo_traveller
July 23, 2025
“Best place to stay in uluwadawe”
Beautiful views, lots of birds & wildlife in Unawatuna. Delicious dinner & breakfast. Wonderful people
Susanne
family_with_children
July 5, 2025
Beautiful location right at the lake. Ideally for swimming, kayaking, chilling, ... A real little paradise. Very friendly and helpful host family. And delicious food! Breakfast and dinner on the little boat/ponton, surrounded by the lake, jungle, birds singing, .. . Spectacular!!! We also adivice the seven hour safari tour with the host. He has a big knowledge about the wildlife and knows the best spots to spot elephants, crocodiles, monkeys, peacocks, birds, .... Next time we will definitively stay longer to be able to relax and chill next to, in and on the lake! Thank you for the wonderful stay!!! Stuti
Jenny
extended_group
April 4, 2025
“Incredible in all departments, especially the food”
Exceptional everything, location is amazingly peaceful right on a lake you can swim in, great safari, a/c room and I have to say the best meal I think I've ever eaten! Ridiculously cheap too
Paloma Aitana
extended_group
February 28, 2025
“Excellent guest house and safari!”
Excellent staff and breakfast! They organized a safari for us which we can also highly recommend! The area is beautiful and you can borrow bicycles to explore the area. For my birthday they even decorated and the dinner was excellent as well.
Facilities
Activities
Fishing, Massage, Bicycle rental (additional charge), Hiking, Cycling, Water sport facilities on site, Public Bath, Spa facilities, Back massage, Neck massage, Foot massage, Head massage, Hand massage, Full body massage, Badminton equipment, Movie nights, Walking tours, Bike tours
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
Food & Drink
Coffee house on site, Kid meals, Fruits, Special diet menus (on request), Snack bar, Breakfast in the room, Restaurant, Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered, Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
General
WiFi available in all areas, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Heating, Air conditioning, Bicycle parking
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
Sun terrace, BBQ facilities, Garden, Terrace, Picnic area
Parking
Parking on site, Parking, Free parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
24-hour security, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property
Safety features
Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property, 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
Services
Shuttle service, Shared lounge/TV area, Daily housekeeping, Ironing service, Car hire, Room service, 24-hour front desk, Airport shuttle, Laundry, Dry cleaning
Transport
Airport drop off
Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
This triple room has a balcony and private entrance.
Double Room with Private Bathroom
This triple room has a garden view and private entrance.The room has an attached bathroom. Bathrobe is provided.
Economy Double Room
This double room features a private entrance. The room has an attached bathroom. Bathrobe is provided.
Standard Double Room
The double room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a shower. The double room features an electric kettle and a balcony. The unit offers 1 bed.
Triple Room with Balcony
The triple room offers air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with lake views as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath. The unit has 2 beds.
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