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A two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A hotel room with a large bed, a small desk, a vanity with a mirror, and a window with curtains.

A group of elephants in a grassy field with trees in the background.

A dining table set with various dishes, including rice, salad, and fried items, along with water bottles and wine glasses.

1. Mansala Safari House

17.3 km from Mau Ara Lake

Hannah

AU$59

includes taxes & fees

26 Sept - 27 Sept

A swimming pool with a reflection of trees and a building in the background.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a TV.

A two-story building with a balcony, surrounded by greenery and a pool area.

A pathway leading to a building with a covered walkway and a small garden area with plants.

2. The Countryside Udawalawe

15.2 km from Mau Ara Lake

Nicholas

AU$69

includes taxes & fees

26 Sept - 27 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and tables, surrounded by a covered patio area with plants and a staircase.

A group of people dining at an outdoor table with a pool in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a wooden chair, a glass table, and a large elephant painting on the wall.

A pathway through a garden with dense foliage and a blue structure in the background.

3. Vimanra Hotel

16 km from Mau Ara Lake

Susan

AU$28

includes taxes & fees

26 Sept - 27 Sept

A wooden deck with a swimming pool, surrounded by lush greenery and a small pavilion.

A restaurant interior with a stone wall, wooden cabinets, and a shelf with a pot and decorative items.

A covered garden area with a central water feature, potted plants, and a gazebo structure.

4. Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge

12.2 km from Mau Ara Lake

Ronelda

AU$71

includes taxes & fees

26 Sept - 27 Sept

A rectangular swimming pool with two people at the far end, surrounded by wooden deck and stone walls.

A building with a stone facade and multiple windows, surrounded by a well-maintained garden with trees and a small pond.

A room with two wooden lounge chairs, a small table with bottles, and a mirror on the wall.

A wicker chair hanging from a metal frame, a wicker table, and a wicker chair with a cushion.

5. Kalu's Hideaway Udawalawe

11.6 km from Mau Ara Lake

Morgan

AU$142

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A swimming pool with a wooden deck and lounge area, surrounded by trees and a building with a sloped roof.

A treehouse structure surrounded by dense foliage, with multiple levels and a thatched roof.

A corridor with a central water feature, flanked by columns and greenery, leading to a seating area.

A circular outdoor dining area with a table and chairs, surrounded by a stone wall and steps leading up to a building.

6. Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort

15.9 km from Mau Ara Lake

Lars Toft

AU$121

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A multi-story hotel with a swimming pool in the foreground.

A signboard advertising breakfast soup, tea, coffee, and fresh juice.

A two-story building with large windows, some with curtains, and a balcony with chairs.

7. Hotel Athgira

15.2 km from Mau Ara Lake

Geoff

AU$48

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A covered outdoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of traditional-style buildings in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a painting on the wall, a sliding glass door to a garden, and a view of trees and rocks.

A swimming pool with a tiled deck, surrounded by greenery and a building with a yellow facade.

A house with a sloped roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a small pond.

8. Hantara Udawalawa

10.7 km from Mau Ara Lake

Lakshanth

AU$54

includes taxes & fees

26 Sept - 27 Sept

A nighttime swimming pool area with a checkered deck, lounge chairs, and a covered seating area.

A courtyard with a water feature, a wooden boat, and a building with columns and a tiled roof.

A hotel room with a large bed, orange bedding, a red chair, a small table, and artwork on the wall.

A table set with a black and white checkered tablecloth, a white plate, a folded napkin, a glass, and a basket with flowers.

9. Elephant Rest Udawalawa

7.4 km from Mau Ara Lake

Mark

AU$63

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A wooden staircase leading to a bamboo-roofed building with stone walls and a wooden door.

A room with two beds, each with white bedding and a patterned blanket on one. There are hanging lights and a canopy bed with a sheer white cover.

A woman serving food at a wooden table with multiple dishes.

A wooden deck with wicker chairs and a railing, surrounded by bamboo structures.

10. Lizard Safari Lodge

15 km from Mau Ara Lake

Anonymous traveller

AU$37

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A tent with a ladder leading to a platform, surrounded by dense foliage.

A table with a plate of corn on the cob and a lit lantern.

A bedroom with a bed, two pillows, and a view of a tropical garden through large windows.

A blue canoe with two people wearing life jackets, paddling through a calm river surrounded by dense greenery.

11. Makulu Safari Camping

5.4 km from Mau Ara Lake

adrian

AU$84

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A large rectangular pool with a stone border, surrounded by lounge chairs and a stone pathway.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, multiple ceiling fans, and a central chandelier.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, stone walls, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the countryside through large windows.

12. Centauria Wild

9.9 km from Mau Ara Lake

Joe

AU$141

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel entrance with signage, a tree, and pink flowers in the foreground.

A spacious indoor area with wooden tables and chairs, a central decorative metal sculpture, and potted plants.

A hotel room with two single beds, a wooden wardrobe, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

A reception area with a wooden door, a sign reading "RECEPTION", and decorative wall hangings.

13. Sihilro Regency

5.5 km from Mau Ara Lake

"The welcome at the Sihilro Regency is second to none. We felt almost like family. The home cooked food offered is really fantastic, exceeding the standard in most of the hotels we stayed in. Arriving over the new year weekend, we were slightly concerned that onward travel would be difficult but they helped us find a taxi at a very reasonable price. We also used their in house Safari and the driver / guide was brilliant. Highly recommended."

Anonymous traveller

AU$39

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A pool area with a stone wall, a wooden deck with chairs, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A spacious restaurant with multiple dining tables and chairs, a mezzanine level, and a high ceiling with exposed beams.

A multi-story building with a stone facade and wooden balconies.

A spacious living area with two beige sofas facing a wooden coffee table, a small potted plant, and a view of a green field through large windows.

14. Elephant Trail

9.1 km from Mau Ara Lake

Manotharan

AU$72

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A wooden gate with a sign that reads "Ivory Safari".

A swimming pool with wooden loungers and a stone wall.

A person seated at a table with various food items, including bananas and a bowl of rice.

A bedroom with a bed, a wall-mounted light fixture, and a window with curtains.

15. Ivory Safari House

16.8 km from Mau Ara Lake

Michael

AU$17

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A house surrounded by dense forest, with a balcony and outdoor seating area.

A traditional building with a tiled roof and a stone pathway leading to it.

An aerial view of a rectangular swimming pool with a diving board, surrounded by a stone deck and palm trees.

A restaurant with wooden furniture, a bar area, and ceiling fans.

16. Jungle Paradise Hotel

10.4 km from Mau Ara Lake

"Une situation géographique exceptionnelle au calme dans la nature luxuriante. L’appartement de luxe est grand, très propre et dispose d’une superbe vue. Le complexe dispose d’une piscine, ce qui est très appréciable après un safari dans le parc national. Petit déjeuner et dîner succulents. La personne qui nous a accueillis était vraiment très aimable, souriante, accueillante. Nous recommandons vivement le Jungle Paradise."

Sarah

AU$80

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A treehouse with a wooden exterior, a staircase, and a thatched-roof structure nearby.

A thatched-roof structure with a wooden deck, surrounded by lush greenery and outdoor seating.

A treehouse with a wooden staircase and platform, surrounded by lush greenery.

A cozy wooden cabin bedroom with a canopy bed, wooden walls, and a rustic ambiance.

17. La Pentera

11.4 km from Mau Ara Lake

"La Pentera is a new property which has a unique concept of a tree house. The property is quite far from the Udawalawe National Park - about 30 km or so. The directions are also unclear, even if you use googlemaps. The property is new and in great condition. However, there are things that could be better, especially the food. The bathroom has hot water though there is some water leakage. A great experience stay but could be better."

Susmita

AU$166

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A house with a porch, potted plants, and outdoor seating.

A natural landscape with a river, dense foliage, and rocky terrain.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table with flowers, a television, and speakers.

A living room with a brown leather sofa, a wooden coffee table with a red and white striped tablecloth, and a television on a wooden stand.

18. Dil Lanka Safari Resort

16.7 km from Mau Ara Lake

"Unfortunately I am not able to review Dil Lanka Safari Resort, because when we arrived, the manager was very surprised to see us and said that he had no booking from us (three people, two rooms). Ultimately it was resolved (with help from our Sri Lankan driver) and we were given our money back (booking was prepaid). The grounds looked nice, so you could take your chances, but make sure you do nót prepay your reservation."

AU$13

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and an umbrella, surrounded by trees and outdoor lighting.

A courtyard with a pool, outdoor seating, and a staircase leading to a building.

A building with a covered porch, outdoor seating, and a staircase.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa bed, a desk with a phone, and a wall-mounted artwork.

19. Le Green Udawalawe Resort

9.8 km from Mau Ara Lake

Antonia

AU$42

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A house surrounded by lush greenery and a calm body of water.

A rectangular swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by a paved walkway.

A bedroom with a large bed, white brick walls, wooden beams, and a red and white patterned bedspread.

A room with a sloped ceiling, a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio, a small table with a lamp, and a red patterned rug.

20. Eliyanth Udawalawe

11.8 km from Mau Ara Lake

KONRAD

AU$68

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Mau Ara Lake

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Mansala Safari House	9.8 Exceptional 50 reviews	View
The Countryside Udawalawe	9.8 Exceptional 13 reviews	View
Vimanra Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 5 reviews	View
Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge	9.0 Wonderful 12 reviews	View
Kalu's Hideaway Udawalawe	9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews	View

Top Mau Ara Lake Hotel Reviews

Jetwing Kaduruketha

10/10 Excellent

"Awesome experience overall. Everything was great."

Shangri-La Hambantota

10/10 Excellent

"Stayed 2 nights in August. Spacious hotel with plenty to explore, we wished we'd had more time to make the most of all the facilities. Had a small hiccup with our room allocation at check-in, but the team resolved it quickly and professionally. Food was a highlight - great buffet breakfast with a wide selection, and good options across the various restaurants on site. We also played 18 holes of golf; the caddies were professional, polite and added a lot to the experience. Would recommend for a relaxing stay with plenty of facilities to enjoy, just make sure you allow enough time to see it all."

Elephant Trail

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay. Extremely helpful staff. Facilities were surprisingly good. Handy location to elephant transit and national park. Nice pool. Highly recommend."

Mansala Safari House

8/10 Good

"Amazing experience with safari booked via this stay. The hotel is located in the jungle of udawalawe and the hosts were absolutely lovely. A lot of food options just ten minutes walk as well. Only issue was the chanting on a megaphone which was very loud which started at 4am until 6am and monkeys jumping up and down and running across the roof so I didn’t manage to get much sleep!"

Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort

8/10 Good

"great pool close enough to national park but hotel is a little tired"

Centauria Wild

10/10 Excellent

"nice staff, amazing breakfast, and lake view are one of the best, especially during the sunset"

DoubleTree by Hilton Weerawila Rajawarna Resort

10/10 Excellent

"My parents were there to celebrate my dad’s birthday, and although we celebrated a little late, they had such a wonderful experience. Quoting my dad “The birthday arrangement was beautiful, the cake was lovely, and the famous DoubleTree cookie was the best. The breakfast and dinner buffets were both excellent, and the amenities were exceptional.” What really stood out to them was the warmth and attention to detail throughout their stay. My mum still can’t stop complimenting the food; my parents have travelled all around Sri Lanka and tried many different cuisines, so coming from them, that is actually really huge to hear! Next time I’m in Lanka, I already know where my first stop will be. 10/10 for such a great stay!"

Dream Cliff Mountain Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Incredible place, accomodation is luxury, views are breathtaking, staff are lovely. If I went again I wouldnt take the half board option and order off the menu as the food and options were better and not particularly expensive. "

Kalu's Hideaway Udawalawe

10/10 Excellent

"very good"

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Udawalawe National Park

9.2/10 (77 reviews)

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Sankhapala Raja Maha Viharaya & Phussadewa Tomb

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Mau Ara Lake?

Mau Ara Lake is located in an area that travellers like for its safari tours. You'll find 27 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Mau Ara Lake?

Centauria Wild is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. You'll find it 6.2 mi (9.9 km) from Mau Ara Lake. Other good choices around the area include Jungle Paradise Hotel and Hantara Udawalawa.

How many hotels are there close to Mau Ara Lake?

Expedia has 27 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Mau Ara Lake.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Mau Ara Lake, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Mau Ara Lake.

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Our top choices for Mau Ara Lake hotels

1. Mansala Safari House

2. The Countryside Udawalawe

3. Vimanra Hotel

4. Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge

5. Kalu's Hideaway Udawalawe

6. Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort

7. Hotel Athgira

8. Hantara Udawalawa

9. Elephant Rest Udawalawa

10. Lizard Safari Lodge

11. Makulu Safari Camping

12. Centauria Wild

13. Sihilro Regency

14. Elephant Trail

15. Ivory Safari House

16. Jungle Paradise Hotel

17. La Pentera

18. Dil Lanka Safari Resort

19. Le Green Udawalawe Resort

20. Eliyanth Udawalawe

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Top Mau Ara Lake Hotel Reviews

Jetwing Kaduruketha

Shangri-La Hambantota

Elephant Trail

Mansala Safari House

Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort

Centauria Wild

DoubleTree by Hilton Weerawila Rajawarna Resort

Dream Cliff Mountain Resort

Kalu's Hideaway Udawalawe

Other attractions near Mau Ara Lake

Udawalawe National Park

Mahinda Rajapaksa International Cricket Stadium

Sankhapala Raja Maha Viharaya & Phussadewa Tomb

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