Leel’s Safari Cottage

This was such a magical stay! I was completely blown away by how nice the property and rooms were. Leel and his mother were also really lovely and accommodating. A wonderful stay.

el alojamiento en si y el entorno. todo maravilloso

ojo con comer allí, no te dan opciones y además te lo cobran bien

From the moment Leel picked us up from the airport, we felt we were in the best hands. Leel organized our safari with an experienced and very friendly driver, which made the whole experience even more enjoyable. Both in the morning and evening, we were treated to delicious meals lovingly prepared by Leel’s mother — honestly, the best Sri Lankan food we had during our trip. We can highly recommend staying at Leel’s place. It is clean, peaceful, beautifully designed, and truly feels like paradise. Thank you, Leel. We hope to see you again the next time we visit Sri Lanka!

Der Gastgeber war super freundlich und hilfsbereit. Das Abendessen ist sehr zu empfehlen und kann frei dazu gebucht werden :) Auch Ausflüge wurden seinerseits organisiert und er unterstützte uns bei der Weiterfahrt zum nächsten Punkt unserer Reise :)

We had such a lovely stay at Leel’s Safari Cottage in Udawalawe. Even though we stayed only one night before our safari, the place felt incredibly warm and homely. Surrounded by trees, it truly feels like a little cottage tucked away in the jungle. Leel was amazing - super helpful, always up for a conversation, and genuinely such a nice person to talk to. His adorable rescue pup Rookie was also a highlight of the stay! The Sri Lankan rice and curry dinner cooked by Leel’s mother was absolutely delicious, and the sweet pancakes at breakfast were unforgettable. Leel also helped us arrange a safari jeep for a very reasonable price and even organised a relaxing massage at a nearby local spa. Everything was smooth, comfortable, and thoughtfully arranged. Overall, a fantastic stay and one we’d definitely recommend!

We had a wonderful stay and can highly recommend this place. The family atmosphere made us feel at home from the very first moment. Leel truly does everything possible to make sure every guest has a perfect experience and is always kind, helpful, and attentive. Everything is very well maintained, clean, and cared for with great attention to detail. The food was absolutely delicious – fresh, homemade, and full of flavor. It is something we will remember for a long time. Thank you for such a warm and unforgettable stay. We would be happy to come back again!

Super schön und gemütlich eingerichtetes Cottage, man spürt die liebe zum Detail und fühlt sich gleich super wohl. Leel hat hier fantastische Arbeit geleistet. Alles super sauber und wir hatten auch ein sehr feines Curry bei ihm. Leel ist ein einmaliger Gastgeber und erklärt vieles, wir haben sehr viel von ihm über Sri Lanka gelernt. Das einzig schade, wir konnten nur eine Nacht bleiben…

We stayed here for two nights and had an absolutely wonderful experience. The host organized a safari for us, which was truly amazing. Our driver was very friendly and knowledgeable, and we were lucky to see so many animals – it was simply beautiful and unforgettable. The accommodation itself was excellent. The rooms are beautifully designed and very comfortable, and the bathroom is especially well done – modern and spacious. What made our stay even more special was the incredibly kind and welcoming family. You can really feel their warmth and care. The food was absolutely delicious – every meal was a highlight.

There was nothing we didn’t like.