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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

₩51,962

₩61,315 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

2. Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge

12.2 km from Mau Ara Lake

Ronelda

₩61,935

₩73,083 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

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 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.

3. The Countryside Udawalawe

15.2 km from Mau Ara Lake

Nicholas

₩51,578

₩70,607 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

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

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

4. Vimanra Hotel

16 km from Mau Ara Lake

Susan

₩20,645

₩26,798 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

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.

5. Elephant Rest Udawalawa

7.4 km from Mau Ara Lake

Mark

₩49,592

₩64,962 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 26 - Sep 27

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

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

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

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

6. Centauria Wild

9.9 km from Mau Ara Lake

₩104,020

₩136,257 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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

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

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

7. Hantara Udawalawa

10.7 km from Mau Ara Lake

Lakshanth

₩46,754

₩55,728 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 26 - Sep 27

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

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

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

8. Hotel Athgira

15.2 km from Mau Ara Lake

Geoff

₩38,777

₩50,333 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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 spacious lobby with a central round table, a chandelier, and a staircase with wooden railings.

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

9. Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort

15.9 km from Mau Ara Lake

Lars Toft

₩113,465

₩148,617 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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

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

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

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

10. Kalu's Hideaway Udawalawe

11.6 km from Mau Ara Lake

Morgan

₩105,868

₩144,942 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

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

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

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.

11. Lizard Safari Lodge

15 km from Mau Ara Lake

Anonymous traveler

₩30,064

₩39,022 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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

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

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

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

12. Makulu Safari Camping

5.4 km from Mau Ara Lake

adrian

₩62,105

₩81,353 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

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

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.

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

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 traveler

₩30,968

₩40,575 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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

₩53,442

₩69,368 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

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

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

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

15. 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

₩83,649

₩98,706 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

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 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.

16. 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."

₩11,793

₩13,920 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

₩127,667

₩165,712 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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.

18. Le Green Udawalawe Resort

9.8 km from Mau Ara Lake

Antonia

₩33,557

₩43,557 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A clear swimming pool with a stone wall and lounge chairs in the background.

A covered outdoor seating area with wooden benches and a black metal railing, overlooking a lush green landscape.

A stone patio with a tree and plants, a stone wall with pebbles, and a black metal gate.

A hotel room with two single beds, a wooden desk with a chair, a small table with a cup and saucer, and a window with curtains.

19. Wild Safari Nest Udawalawe

14 km from Mau Ara Lake

Lotte Duus

₩56,125

₩66,228 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

The entrance to a hotel named "ROYAL & REACH" with a reception desk, a staircase, and decorative lighting.

A courtyard with a pool, lounge chairs, and palm trees.

A neatly made bed with a patterned bedspread, a tufted headboard, and a wooden wardrobe in the background.

A hotel with a well-lit entrance, a fountain in the courtyard, and a sign that reads "Royal Beach."

20. Royal Reach Udawalawe

15.9 km from Mau Ara Lake

"It was the most amazing experience! I love the staff very friendly and kind. Help me with everything. Front house Sampath, dumindu and sithijaya , sahan, gayantha, Rukshan are awesome, Gave me the best service they could. Foods are delicious 😋, pool was clean and easy access. More then anything the staff are making me to come back here again. Feel like home. I love you guys and the hotel 🥰😍 Thank you very much for looking after me and making my stay truly wonderful. Super ⭐"

sangeetha

₩70,558

₩108,488 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

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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
Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge	9.4 Exceptional 11 reviews	View
The Countryside Udawalawe	9.8 Exceptional 12 reviews	View
Vimanra Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 5 reviews	View
Elephant Rest Udawalawa	9.0 Wonderful 59 reviews	View

Top Mau Ara Lake Hotel Reviews

Lankavatara Ocean Retreat & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Very helpful staff. Beautiful hotel."

Shangri-La Hambantota

10/10 Excellent

"The place is so beautiful and has so much to do. My only comment is the bath tub is way too old and needs replacing as it has weird non-washable spots"

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!"

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!"

Yala Hotel Elephant Eye

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed here for a few days to go to Yala National Park and Hotel Elephant Eye was a great location for taking a SAFARI Tour. The owner is very friendly and the staff are very hardworking. The property is very well maintained. Room was clean and comfortable. We had breakfast in the restaurant. Easy walk or Tuk tuk to town for restaurants and grocery stores."

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. "

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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 travelers like for its safari tours. You'll find 26 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay close to Mau Ara Lake?

Centauria Wild is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler 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 accommodations 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! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Mau Ara Lake.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Mau Ara Lake?

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Our top choices for Mau Ara Lake hotels

1. Mansala Safari House

2. Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge

3. The Countryside Udawalawe

4. Vimanra Hotel

5. Elephant Rest Udawalawa

6. Centauria Wild

7. Hantara Udawalawa

8. Hotel Athgira

9. Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort

10. Kalu's Hideaway Udawalawe

11. Lizard Safari Lodge

12. Makulu Safari Camping

13. Sihilro Regency

14. Elephant Trail

15. Jungle Paradise Hotel

16. Dil Lanka Safari Resort

17. La Pentera

18. Le Green Udawalawe Resort

19. Wild Safari Nest Udawalawe

20. Royal Reach Udawalawe

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Top Mau Ara Lake Hotel Reviews

Lankavatara Ocean Retreat & Spa

Shangri-La Hambantota

Wishing Tree Boutique Resort Haputale

Mansala Safari House

Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort

Centauria Wild

DoubleTree by Hilton Weerawila Rajawarna Resort

Yala Hotel Elephant Eye

Dream Cliff Mountain Resort

Other attractions near Mau Ara Lake

Udawalawe National Park

Mahinda Rajapaksa International Cricket Stadium

Sankhapala Raja Maha Viharaya & Phussadewa Tomb

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