Maika Safari Lodge

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 9.3
Rated superb

Staff

9.7

About this property

Elegant Accommodation: Maika Safari Lodge in Udawalawe offers a lodge with a swimming pool, garden, terrace, restaurant, and free WiFi. Private check-in and check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and concierge service ensure a comfortable stay. Comfortable Amenities: Guests enjoy family rooms, a child-friendly buffet, and free on-site parking. Additional facilities include a swimming pool with a view, outdoor seating area, and bicycle parking. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves local and Asian cuisines with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Breakfast includes fresh pastries, pancakes, cheese, and juice. Dining areas feature traditional and romantic ambiances. Nearby Attractions: Udawalawe National Park is 16 km away, and Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport is 50 km from the lodge. Walking tours and safaris provide opportunities to explore the surrounding area.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • 2 swimming pools
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Room service

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Asian, American, Buffet

Free private parking available on-site

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1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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1 large double bed
1 double bed
2 extra-large double beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

Samantha
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely quiet lodge next to the pool. Lovely host, arranged a nice safari and a cooking class/demonstration. Unbelievable value for money!”
Fanny
Sweden Sweden
“Such kind and helpful people working there. Beautiful place to stay at. Loved the pool! The bathrooms were very fresh and the room tidy. Also very good breakfast. Would definitely recommend!”
Angeliki
Greece Greece
“We stayed at Maika for one night and had an amazing time. The lodges were very comfortable, surrounded by a nice scenery. The owner provided us with everything we needed and they arranged our safari to Udawalawe National Park with a very good...”
Amedio
Portugal Portugal
“hey really made our trip special. The room was perfect, they think of everything. Breakfast was amazing. really enjoyed the Safari with jagath. The communication with him upfront was very professional and he comes across as very reliable and...”
Hanna
Germany Germany
“We had the best time spending two days/ nights at the Maika Safari Lodge. The beds were comfortable and the shower hot and powerful but what really makes this place special is the amazing family that runs it. Everyone was so lovely and they helped...”
Hunt
Australia Australia
“Very friendly and provided an amazing safari tour. Great price and amazing breakfast!”
Andrew
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Excellent for safari Very accommodating Pool lovely Rooms very nice”
Steve
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Location great for Safari. Nice place with a cute pool. Breakfast was good.”
Jessica
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“I don’t normally write reviews but this has been the best place for value for money out of all the places i’ve stayed to date. The people running it were so helpful. They organised our safari and matched the best deal I had found , the safari...”
Palmlund
Sweden Sweden
“The owner, the location, the rooms were all amazing!!”

Property surroundings

Food & Drink

Breakfast

  • Exceptional breakfast included with all options.
  • Food
    Bread • Pastries • Pancakes • Butter • Cheese • Eggs • Yogurt • Jam • Cereal
  • Drinks
    Coffee • Tea • Fruit juice
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    Local • Asian
  • Service
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
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House rules

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Check-in
From 13:30 to 23:00
Check-out
From 07:00 to 11:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.