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About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: Pelican Lake in Udawalawe offers family rooms with private bathrooms, lake or river views, and modern amenities including air-conditioning, balconies, and free WiFi. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a sun terrace, water sports facilities, a lush garden, and a family-friendly restaurant serving Argentinian cuisine. Additional services include a 24-hour front desk, free on-site parking, and a tour desk. Prime Location: Located 54 km from Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport and 15 km from Udawalawe National Park, Pelican Lake provides easy access to local attractions. Guest Favorites: Visitors appreciate the lakeside setting, convenient location, and attentive host.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Free parking
- Restaurant
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Jerry10
United Kingdom
“Pelican lake was lovely and peaceful. Really good night's sleep. Family were welcoming and the food was good.. Great for birdwatchers. Great location for safari x” - Brian
United Kingdom
“Excellent host. Very helpful and friendly. Beautiful location. Great breakfast. Host organises a safari for us which was also excellent.” - Samuel
United Kingdom
“The home made food was incredible and the family was lovey” - Peter
Guernsey
“Very peaceful location right on the lake. Not quiet during the day with peacocks and other birds plus the water buffalo passing twice a day but peaceful nonetheless. Owners were really helpful arranging food safaris and onward transfer.” - Audrey
United Kingdom
“Beautiful location and fab food at dinner and breakfast. Great host” - Isabel
Germany
“We enjoyed our recent stay at Pelicane Lake a lot. We were welcomed with a coconut drink and enjoyed a great lunch upon arrival. Our host was very friendly, always ready to assist. The accommodations were comfortable and clean. The rooms...” - Rina
Israel
“amazing spot on the lake, very peaceful to stay during the day by the lake and riding on the swan watching the incredible view of the buffalos crossing the lake. the owner is very nice and helpful. we had a flat tire so he made sure someone fix...” - Van
Netherlands
“Friendly host Nimal. Quiet place at walking distance of town. Breakfast near lake watching gorgeous birds.” - Sarah
United Kingdom
“Great small setting on the edge of the water. Lots of birds and water monitors. The farmer brings his buffalo to wallow in the lake twice a day. The beds are big and comfortable. The owner is very friendly with three lovely children. They taught...” - Jeroen
Belgium
“Amazing setting near the river where water buffalos and birds can be spotted, helpful, friendly host with playful children who showed us the best spots to hike and swim, fantastic cooking to let us discover delicious local flavours, coconut fresh...”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineArgentinian
- Open forBreakfast
- AmbianceFamily friendly
- Dietary optionsDairy-free
House rules
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.