Top rated
Guests rate it highest for food, service and amenities.
9.032Reviews- Check-in from 12:00 PMCheck-out by 11:30 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Very good locationGuests rate the location 8.1 out of 10, at 96 Junction.
- Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.
Tranquil Oasis in Udawalawe
Serene Garden Setting: Sandalwood Cottage offers a peaceful retreat with a lush garden, ideal for relaxation after a day of exploring Udawalawe National Park.
Comfortable Accommodation: Each room features a private patio overlooking the garden, ensuring a tranquil start and end to your day. The modern amenities like free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk enhance your stay.
Convenient Location: Just 18 km from Udawalawe National Park and with airport transfers available, Sandalwood Cottage provides easy access for nature enthusiasts.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Terrace
- Family rooms
- Garden
Rooms
9.0
Top rated
Rated 9.0 out of 10 by 32 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness8.1
- Service9.6
- Location8.1
- Rooms9.1
- Amenities9.1
- Value9.0
- Food & drink10.0
Guests mention
Incredible foodHelpful hosts
LakshithaLKWe had a wonderful stay at Sandalwood Cottages Udawalawa on 26/04/2026. It is a peaceful and beautifully maintained place, perfect for a relaxing getaway. The cottage was very clean, comfortable, and offered great value…
TanishaIndiaBeautiful cottages, fantastic food
The food was INCREDIBLE! I would go back just to eat here again. The hosts were lovely and very helpful.
It's close to the road, so it's a bit louder than I expected.
SanjeewaLKOwner ask me to cancel the booking last minute while on the way to the property.
RedUnited KingdomWonderful and friendly hosts, delicious food, comfortable and cute cabanas
Private cabanas, big rooms, comfortable beds with good mosquito nets and a kettle. Incredibly lovely hosts, organised a safari for us and delicious dinner and breakfast. Would absolutely stay again!!
SankalpaSGExceptional
Very friendly staff and a nice environment. It is easy to access.
EmilGermanyEverything perfekt. They arranged a Safari for us. It is a calm area. The dinner in the evening were absolutly amazing.
- The owners are super friendly
- unique food
- Breakfast included
- nice huts with balcony
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated March 2026.
Where you’ll be
96 Junction, Udawalawe
Guests rate the location 8.1 out of 10 — very good.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 12:00 PM until 10:00 PM
Check-out by 11:30 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Free parking on site
Internet. WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Children and extra bed policy. Children of any age are allowed. Children up to and including 11 years old stay for free when using an existing bed. You haven't added any cots. You haven't added any extra beds.
Pets. Pets are not allowed.
Parking. Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Sandalwood Cottage
What time is check-in and check-out at Sandalwood Cottage?
Check-in is from 12:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:30 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Sandalwood Cottage allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Sandalwood Cottage?
Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.
Is breakfast included at Sandalwood Cottage?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does Sandalwood Cottage have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Does Sandalwood Cottage have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
Can I check in late at Sandalwood Cottage?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 12:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book Sandalwood Cottage?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Sandalwood Cottage?
96 Junction, Udawalawe.
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