The Countryside Udawalawe

We only stayed here for one night. For the price it was a very nice little place. The bungalow was spaceous and comfortable with a little balcony to sit out on. The pool had been put in fairly recently and was really big and clean. All the plants and grounds were well maintained and attracted lots of tropical birds. We did the safari through the hotel which was organised well. It is about 10-15min drive from the entrance of the park. We ate dinner on the first night and breakfast after the safari, which was all good. They are in the process of building a restaurant so that they can offer a better range of food. The staff were so friendly and helpful, they organised our transfer to and from Udawalawe which all went smoothly. Chatting with one of the staff in the evening, he seemed really proud of what they had built and keen to expand the business and offer guests a good experience. I would definitly recomend for a budget, no frills stay. Great value for the price!

Would definitely recommend this hotel. We stayed for one night & did a 6 hours morning safari which the hotel organised for us. The room was lovely and clean with a fridge, kettle and aircon and a spacious bathroom. The pool area is stunning. The staff are so friendly and couldn’t do enough for us. They are currently building a restaurant which we can’t wait to return and try!

Such a lovely place, we even had it all to ourselves for one day. The pool is amazing and very clean! The staff were so attentive and even sorted us an early morning safari, coconuts and extra food/drinks. The breakfast and dinner is also very delicious!!! Absolute bargain for the price as well!

Wir waren leider nur eine Nacht hier, hätten es aber durchaus länger ausgehalten. Die Unterkunft ist klein und sauber mit einem schönen Pool im Garten. Es war sehr ruhig und die Zimmer waren gemütlich. Wir hatten kostenloses Wi-Fi. Das Abendessen und das Frühstück waren sehr schmackhaft und ausreichend. Wir konnten viele Tiere im Garten beobachten und fotografieren. Einziger Wermutstropfen ist vielleicht, dass es keine Bar gibt, so dass man im Hotel im Grunde keine Snacks oder eine größere Auswahl an Getränken bekommen kann. Insgesamt eine sehr schöne Unterkunft, die wir auf jeden Fall weiterempfehlen würden.

We were conveniently picked up from our previous accommodation and arrived at the The Countryside Inn with a warm welcome. Our room was spotless, everything worked as it should and the pool and garden were very well kept. Very convenient location for Udawalawe national park and a 10min walk to the elephant transit house. Food was tasty and plenty of it and all staff were helpful and friendly. A special thanks to Thissa for safely driving us around! Would highly recommend.

Stayed 2 nights here in a lovely bungalow. Loads of space with an amazing pool. The manager was excellent and organised travel, our safari, dinner and even went and got us wine! Such a warm welcome and a very special place. Hope to return one day!