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1. The 47 Udawalawe

17 km from Mau Ara Lake

฿1,418

฿1,673 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Aug - 23 Aug

2. Aanya Udawalawe

12.2 km from Mau Ara Lake

฿397

฿469 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Aug - 23 Aug

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

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

Three people standing on rocks with snacks and drinks.

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

3. Mansala Safari House

17.3 km from Mau Ara Lake

Hannah

฿1,240

฿1,463 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sept - 20 Sept

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

A small, single-story house with a gabled roof, surrounded by trees.

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

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

4. The Countryside Udawalawe

15.2 km from Mau Ara Lake

Nicholas

฿1,231

฿1,685 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sept - 20 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.

5. Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge

12.2 km from Mau Ara Lake

Ronelda

฿1,478

฿1,744 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

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

A cozy dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a computer, and a lamp.

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.

6. Vimanra Hotel

16 km from Mau Ara Lake

Susan

฿493

฿640 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Aug - 23 Aug

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

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

7. Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort

15.9 km from Mau Ara Lake

Lars Toft

฿2,708

฿3,547 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

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

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, a wall-mounted picture of elephants, and a nightstand with a lamp.

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

8. Hotel Athgira

15.2 km from Mau Ara Lake

Geoff

฿922

฿1,197 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Aug - 23 Aug

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

A building with a sloped roof surrounded by lush greenery and white flowers.

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.

9. Hantara Udawalawa

10.7 km from Mau Ara Lake

Lakshanth

฿1,116

฿1,330 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

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

A restaurant with checkered tablecloths, wooden chairs, and a glass-top table with a vase of flowers.

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

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

10. Elephant Rest Udawalawa

7.4 km from Mau Ara Lake

Mark

฿1,184

฿1,550 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

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

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

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

A bedroom with a bed, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, and a dresser.

11. Kalu's Hideaway Udawalawe

11.6 km from Mau Ara Lake

Morgan

฿2,527

฿3,459 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

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 courtyard with a well-maintained lawn, a stone pathway, and a building with multiple balconies and arched windows.

12. Centauria Wild

9.9 km from Mau Ara Lake

Joe

฿2,482

฿3,252 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

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

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

A small, enclosed wooden structure with a glass door, a bed, and a chair, surrounded by palm trees.

13. Makulu Safari Camping

5.4 km from Mau Ara Lake

adrian

฿1,449

฿1,898 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

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

A rustic stone building with a thatched roof, a wooden door, and a small window.

14. Lizard Safari Lodge

15 km from Mau Ara Lake

Anonymous traveller

฿717

฿931 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

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

A spacious indoor area with wooden benches and tables, a high ceiling with wooden beams, and a view of the outdoors.

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.

15. 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

฿740

฿969 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Aug - 23 Aug

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

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.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, wooden ceiling beams, an air conditioning unit, a wall-mounted artwork, and a view of the outside through large windows.

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

16. Elephant Trail

9.1 km from Mau Ara Lake

Manotharan

฿1,417

฿1,839 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Aug - 23 Aug

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

A wooden cabin with a large bathtub, a ladder, and a dog standing in the tub.

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

฿3,037

฿3,941 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

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

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.

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

A room with two wooden beds, a wooden door, and a view of greenery outside.

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."

฿281

฿331 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

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

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

A buffet setup with a chef, food items, and banners.

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

฿887

฿1,151 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

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.

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

A spacious room with a large bed, a sofa, and a wooden ceiling.

20. 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

฿1,979

฿2,336 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

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Top Mau Ara Lake Hotel Reviews

Wishing Tree Boutique Resort Haputale

10/10 Excellent

"There should be a full length mirror. Not important but a nice to have."

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!"

Shangri-La Hambantota

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent resort to enjoy with the family. Super moce kids ammenities as the waterplay, kids pool and kods club. We really enjoyed and relaxed."

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. "

Jetwing Kaduruketha

10/10 Excellent

"We were stunned by everything at Jetwing Kaduruketha. Our Villa was perfect. Spotlessly clean with a gorgeous view over the paddy fields. The service was unobtrusive but excellent. The food exceptional and our butler (who we called Can Do because he could do everything) was special. We will long remember him and his smile. We learned that most of the staff come from the local village & you could feel their happiness & camaraderie in being there. We cycled to the village where the local shopkeeper insisted on giving us a coconut from his garden and visited the local Buddhist monastery where we were also made very welcome. We walked & saw incredible birds with our guide. The peacocks, land monitors & weaver birds were all around us. If only every hotel could be as exceptional as this one is."

EKHO Safari Tissa

8/10 Good

"Great location snd views. Food was below par, spa was expensive and uninviting. Staff AMAZING :)"

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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 26 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 Kalu's Hideaway Udawalawe.

How many hotels are there close to Mau Ara Lake?

Expedia has 26 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. The 47 Udawalawe

2. Aanya Udawalawe

3. Mansala Safari House

4. The Countryside Udawalawe

5. Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge

6. Vimanra Hotel

7. Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort

8. Hotel Athgira

9. Hantara Udawalawa

10. Elephant Rest Udawalawa

11. Kalu's Hideaway Udawalawe

12. Centauria Wild

13. Makulu Safari Camping

14. Lizard Safari Lodge

15. Sihilro Regency

16. Elephant Trail

17. La Pentera

18. Dil Lanka Safari Resort

19. Le Green Udawalawe Resort

20. Jungle Paradise Hotel

Top Mau Ara Lake Hotel Reviews

Wishing Tree Boutique Resort Haputale

Mansala Safari House

Shangri-La Hambantota

Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort

Centauria Wild

DoubleTree by Hilton Weerawila Rajawarna Resort

Dream Cliff Mountain Resort

Jetwing Kaduruketha

EKHO Safari Tissa

Other attractions near Mau Ara Lake

Udawalawe National Park

Mahinda Rajapaksa International Cricket Stadium

Sankhapala Raja Maha Viharaya & Phussadewa Tomb

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