Good location for safari but would try somewhere else to stay next time.
The first cottage we were shown to stay in over looked a wall and felt very closed in. They offered us another cottage where the verandah looked over the little river which was much better and private.
Rooms average but adequate. Reception staff very helpful I had issue with wifi most of the two days.
Restaurant needs to be run differently, it was very quiet when we were there but couldn't pick a table of our choice we had to sit in the middle when there were nice tables near the gardens ,
Evening meal average and breakfast poor. We didn't eat there the next night. Pool area good and close to,the cottages.
For one night and not to eat there would be ok if nothing else available until some improvements are made,

We stayed here for two days , Hotel is much nicer than how it shows in the pictures , It is a real value for money . Rooms are comfortable though not very grand. People are really nice , they will attend to all your needs instantly . Food also good , no much variety , but hygienic and tasty.

Good pool also , very very relaxing place , we will definitely go again !

Located about 15 mins away from the entrance to the Uda Walawe Jungle, this hotel surprised me in more ways than one.
For starters, the welcome we received was very warm and hospitable. They were even courteous to allow us to change our meal times to a more comfortable schedule.
Once we got to the room, we were pleased to see a very comfortable queen size bed, some artistic furniture, a clean and spacious toilet & an air conditioner that worked fantastically.
The pool was nice and the grounds were well kept with a variety of trees planted. There were some outdoor adventure activities as well which we tried out for the fun of it.
The restaurant served a decent buffet for breakfast & dinner. Lunch was a la carte. The variety of choices were less, but the taste of the local dishes was delicious. The Chef was courteous enough to prepare a few items of our choice too. There is a decent selection of wines & beers available.
We arranged the Safari to the Jungle by the hotel itself & it was a very good choice. The driver definitely went the extra mile to make sure we saw many animals and that we also saw some of the natural beauty of the Jungle.
All in all, I was very impressed with everything at Nil Diya Mankada. It was also definite value for money considering the price we paid.