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Makulu Safari Camping

Makulu Safari Camping

Makulu Safari Camping
2.5 star property
5.4 km from Mau Ara Lake
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6)
"Rating is based on the fact it is a camp. The staff is great, really friendly and take good care of you. They helped with anything we needed. It is a bit hard to find, but they met us on the road and brought us to the camp site. The location is well kept. Since it is a camp, there are bugs, there are reptiles, but the staff do their best to keep them out of your way. The breakfast was great and very peaceful."
United States
Anonymous traveller
The price is AU$87
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan
Makulu Safari Camping
Property grounds
Sihilro Regency

Sihilro Regency

Sihilro Regency
3.0 star property
5.5 km from Mau Ara Lake
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (14)
"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."
United Kingdom
Anonymous traveller
Sihilro Regency
Deluxe Double Room, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace, Garden View | Outdoor pool
Elephant Rest Udawalawa

Elephant Rest Udawalawa

Elephant Rest Udawalawa
3.0 star property
7.4 km from Mau Ara Lake
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (51)
"Amazing location, great service, delicious food "
United Kingdom
Harry
Elephant Rest Udawalawa
Standard Double Room
Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge

Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge

Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge
3.5 star property
12.2 km from Mau Ara Lake
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (7)
"Personeel is vriendelijk, kamer was net en goed, balkon en frigo aanwezig. Zwembad was minder verzorg maar toch verfrissend"
Belgium
Franky
Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge
Exterior
Big Game - Udawalawe by Eco Team

Big Game - Udawalawe by Eco Team

Big Game - Udawalawe by Eco Team
3.0 star property
7.6 km from Mau Ara Lake
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (20)
"We stayed in luxury tents. "
United States
Doug
The price is AU$107
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan
Big Game - Udawalawe by Eco Team
Front of property – evening/night
La Pentera

La Pentera

La Pentera
3.0 star property
11.4 km from Mau Ara Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (20)
"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."
India
Susmita
La Pentera
Garden view
Hantara Udawalawa

Hantara Udawalawa

Hantara Udawalawa
3.5 star property
10.7 km from Mau Ara Lake
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (32)
"Lovely staff who are very friendly. Clean comfy rooms and delicious food. Very highly recommended!! "
United Kingdom
Mya
Hantara Udawalawa
Lobby
Centauria Wild

Centauria Wild

Centauria Wild
4.0 star property
9.9 km from Mau Ara Lake
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (52)
"Staff very helpful, lovely resort "
United Kingdom
Joe
The price is AU$157
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan
Centauria Wild
Front of property – evening/night
Mansala Safari House

Mansala Safari House

Mansala Safari House
3.0 star property
17.3 km from Mau Ara Lake
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (45)
"Very helpful host organised tours and onward travel. Breakfast and dinner very good. Recommend people take the dinner option. "
United Kingdom
M
Mansala Safari House
Terrace/patio
The Countryside Udawalawe

The Countryside Udawalawe

The Countryside Udawalawe
3.0 star property
15.2 km from Mau Ara Lake
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (6)
"We had a very homely stay. The staff was very courteous and helpful. "
Australia
Dush
The Countryside Udawalawe
View from property
Le Green Udawalawe Resort

Le Green Udawalawe Resort

Le Green Udawalawe Resort
3.5 star property
9.8 km from Mau Ara Lake
7.6 out of 10, Good, (18)
"Did send an email to expedia, saying we did not stay, because of unhygenic rooms and facilities not working. "
United Kingdom
Antonia
Le Green Udawalawe Resort
View from property
Elephant Trail

Elephant Trail

Elephant Trail
3.5 star property
9.1 km from Mau Ara Lake
7.2 out of 10, Good, (34)
"Great staff and they were very helpful. The hotel is located near the national park which was very convenient. "
Canada
Manotharan
Elephant Trail
Outdoor pool, open 8 AM to 8 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort

Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort

Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort
5.0 star property
15.9 km from Mau Ara Lake
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (77)
"Excellent staff great safari clean property but food was poor "
United Kingdom
Amanda
The price is AU$182
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort
Pool
Eliyanth Udawalawe

Eliyanth Udawalawe

Eliyanth Udawalawe
3.0 star property
11.8 km from Mau Ara Lake
7.2 out of 10, Good, (5)
"Nice room and location. Good value for the price. Kind and helpful staff. Check in took lf 10 minutes but afterall we came before 12 (check in time) but all was great."
Poland
KONRAD
Eliyanth Udawalawe
1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, individually decorated
Mahoora - Udawalawe by Eco Team

Mahoora - Udawalawe by Eco Team

Mahoora - Udawalawe by Eco Team
3.0 star property
7.6 km from Mau Ara Lake
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (14)
"staff bent over backwards for us made sure we were constantly happy! food was amazing, over all amazing vibes "
Australia
Shannon
The price is AU$258
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan
Mahoora - Udawalawe by Eco Team
Front of property
Milk House Cottage Udawalawe

Milk House Cottage Udawalawe

Milk House Cottage Udawalawe
2.5 star property
10.5 km from Mau Ara Lake
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
"I can’t recommend this place enough! Great communication with Eric all the way through, we came a bit late, and before we could order our meals over email and it was ready. Great WiFi! Evening watching fireflies in the dark. The food both breakfast and dinner was delicious. Eric also helped book our safari trip witch was terrific!"
Denmark
Betina
Milk House Cottage Udawalawe
Restaurant
Atha Safari Resort & Riverside Camping

Atha Safari Resort & Riverside Camping

Atha Safari Resort & Riverside Camping
3.0 star property
15.6 km from Mau Ara Lake
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
"I highly recommended to visit that place. Good hospitality nice view very peaceful place. I spend good time and enjoy. I highly recommend."
United States
Komitige
The price is AU$33
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan
Atha Safari Resort & Riverside Camping
Outdoor pool
Ivory Safari House

Ivory Safari House

Ivory Safari House
3.0 star property
16.8 km from Mau Ara Lake
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
"Great location! Centrally located, super nice hosts (family led hotel), nice breakfast and a comfy, nice room! :-) Thank you!"
Germany
Michael
The price is AU$7
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan
Ivory Safari House
Terrace/patio
Dil Lanka Safari Resort

Dil Lanka Safari Resort

Dil Lanka Safari Resort
3.0 star property
16.7 km from Mau Ara Lake
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3)
"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."
Netherlands
MJ
Dil Lanka Safari Resort
Exterior
Udawalawe Safari VIllage By Plateeno

Udawalawe Safari VIllage By Plateeno

Udawalawe Safari VIllage By Plateeno
3.0 star property
13.3 km from Mau Ara Lake
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"Reservamos con pocos días de antelación ya que decidimos cambiar nuestro itinerario. El hotel fue un gran descubrimiento. Muy buen servicio, con una atención de 10. Habitaciones senzillas pero comodas, todo lo que puedes pedir por el precio. Sin duda repetiria"
Spain
Anonymous traveller
The price is AU$33
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan
Udawalawe Safari VIllage By Plateeno
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Top Mau Ara Lake Hotel Reviews

Shangri-La Hambantota

Shangri-La Hambantota

10/10 Excellent
"resort facilities"
Krishnan 2-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
Shangri-La Hambantota

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Udawalawe National Park

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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 25 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 Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort and Green Heaven Safari Resort Udawalawa.
How many hotels are there close to Mau Ara Lake?
Expedia has 25 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.