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Deluxe Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Garden View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

1. Mansala Safari House

17.3 km from Mau Ara Lake

Hannah

AED 130

AED 155 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sep - 9 Sep

2. The Countryside Udawalawe

15.2 km from Mau Ara Lake

Nicholas

AED 131

AED 182 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Sep - 27 Sep

3. Vimanra Hotel

16 km from Mau Ara Lake

Susan

AED 55

AED 72 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sep - 9 Sep

Deluxe Triple Room | In-room safe, laptop workspace, soundproofing, WiFi (free)

4. Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge

12.2 km from Mau Ara Lake

Ronelda

AED 157

AED 187 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sep - 14 Sep

Outdoor pool, open 8 AM to 8:30 PM, pool umbrellas

5. Hotel Athgira

15.2 km from Mau Ara Lake

Geoff

AED 103

AED 134 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sep - 10 Sep

6. Hantara Udawalawa

10.7 km from Mau Ara Lake

Lakshanth

AED 122

AED 146 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sep - 9 Sep

7. Lizard Safari Lodge

15 km from Mau Ara Lake

Anonymous traveler

AED 75

AED 99 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sep - 9 Sep

Luxury Tent, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, River View | WiFi (free), bed sheets

8. Makulu Safari Camping

5.4 km from Mau Ara Lake

adrian

AED 165

AED 216 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

Outdoor pool, open 8 AM to 8 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

9. Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort

15.9 km from Mau Ara Lake

Lars Toft

AED 303

AED 397 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace, Garden View | Outdoor pool

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace, Garden View | Desk, WiFi (free)

10. Elephant Rest Udawalawa

7.4 km from Mau Ara Lake

Mark

AED 123

AED 164 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sep - 15 Sep

Superior Deluxe Double Room with Lake View and Free 3 Hour Safari | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

11. Centauria Wild

9.9 km from Mau Ara Lake

Joe

AED 278

AED 364 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

12. 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

AED 81

AED 107 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sep - 9 Sep

13. 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."

AED 29

AED 35 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sep - 10 Sep

Deluxe Tree House | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, bidet

14. 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

AED 319

AED 420 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

Minibar, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi

15. Le Green Udawalawe Resort

9.8 km from Mau Ara Lake

Antonia

AED 89

AED 116 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sep - 9 Sep

In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, rollaway beds (surcharge)

16. Elephant Trail

9.1 km from Mau Ara Lake

Manotharan

AED 143

AED 185 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sep - 9 Sep

Deluxe Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

17. Wildlife Safari House

17.2 km from Mau Ara Lake

Gulsun

AED 29

AED 34 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sep - 9 Sep

Classic Tent, River View | Desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Design Double Room | Desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets

18. Atha Safari Resort & Riverside Camping

15.6 km from Mau Ara Lake

Komitige

AED 75

AED 88 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

Deluxe Double Room, Pool View | Desk, WiFi (free)

19. 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

AED 184

AED 297 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

Select Comfort beds, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

20. Wild Safari Nest Udawalawe

14 km from Mau Ara Lake

Lotte Duus

AED 146

AED 173 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

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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
The Countryside Udawalawe	9.8 Exceptional 13 reviews	View
Vimanra Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 5 reviews	View
Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge	9.4 Exceptional 11 reviews	View
Hotel Athgira	8.8 Excellent 5 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."

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. "

The Glenrock

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing property. Beautiful location. Well maintained and situated perfectly to take advantage of the natural surroundings. Rooms clean, comfortable, and thoughtfully stocked including umbrellas mounted outside the door."

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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?

For more information about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Mau Ara Lake, click here.

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Our top choices for Mau Ara Lake hotels

1. Mansala Safari House

2. The Countryside Udawalawe

3. Vimanra Hotel

4. Nildiyamankada Safari Lodge

5. Hotel Athgira

6. Hantara Udawalawa

7. Lizard Safari Lodge

8. Makulu Safari Camping

9. Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort

10. Elephant Rest Udawalawa

11. Centauria Wild

12. Sihilro Regency

13. Dil Lanka Safari Resort

14. La Pentera

15. Le Green Udawalawe Resort

16. Elephant Trail

17. Wildlife Safari House

18. Atha Safari Resort & Riverside Camping

19. Royal Reach Udawalawe

20. Wild Safari Nest Udawalawe

Compare popular hotels close to Mau Ara Lake

Top Mau Ara Lake Hotel Reviews

Lankavatara Ocean Retreat & Spa

Shangri-La Hambantota

Wishing Tree Boutique Resort Haputale

Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort

Centauria Wild

DoubleTree by Hilton Weerawila Rajawarna Resort

Yala Hotel Elephant Eye

Dream Cliff Mountain Resort

The Glenrock

Other attractions near Mau Ara Lake

Mahinda Rajapaksa International Cricket Stadium

Sankhapala Raja Maha Viharaya & Phussadewa Tomb

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