Peacock Riverside - Udawalawe

Garden retreat near Udawalawe National Park with family-run hospitality

Accommodations

Peacock Riverside offers family rooms with air conditioning, private bathrooms, and balconies. Each room includes a work desk, seating area, and garden or river views. Mosquito nets are provided over the beds.

On-Site Dining

Guests can book a dinner prepared by the owner's wife, featuring a variety of Sri Lankan curries. A simple breakfast is available each morning, and packed lunches can be arranged for safari days. A cooking class with the owner's wife offers instruction on preparing traditional Sri Lankan dishes.

Safari & Activities

The owner organizes private safaris into Udawalawe National Park, drawing on 15 years of guiding experience. Safari durations range from 3 to 12 hours, and the driver is knowledgeable about local flora and fauna. The property also offers bicycle rental, fishing, and a hot tub.

Services & Transport

Peacock Riverside provides airport shuttle service to and from Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport, 35 miles away. Car and bike hire are available through the hotel, and the 24-hour front desk assists with luggage storage and laundry. Full-day security and room service are offered.

Family & Groups

The hotel has family rooms that accommodate groups, with triple rooms available. Children are welcome, and the property's garden and river setting provide space for outdoor play. The restaurant, The Garlic, is a tree house next to a small river that flows through the garden.

• Location: 8 miles from Udawalawe National Park, 35 miles from airport
• Rooms: Family rooms, triple rooms, deluxe double rooms with balconies
• Dining: Sri Lankan curry dinner, cooking class, packed lunches
• Safari: Private 3-to-12-hour safaris with local guide
• Services: Airport shuttle, car hire, 24-hour front desk, room service