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Hotel Elephant Bay, hotel in Pinnawala

Located in the heart of Pinnawala, Hotel Elephant Bay provides rooms with large private balconies and spectacular views over Ma Oya River. Rooms are bright and airy, with simple décor and furnishings....

Wonderful place
7.4
Scored 7.4
Good
Rated good
1,254 reviews
Price from$43per night
Hotel Elephant Park "Grand Royal Pinnalanda", hotel in Pinnawala

Located right opposite Ma-Oya River, guests at Hotel Elephant Park "Grand Royal Pinnalanda" can watch elephants from their rooms. It has a restaurant and offers room service.

Location is good Breakfast buffet is great
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very Good
Rated very good
1,358 reviews
Price from$48per night
Luck Uyana Cabana Pinnawala, hotel in Pinnawala

Located in Pinnawala, 20 miles from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens, Luck Uyana Cabana Pinnawala has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

Facilities and location is excellent
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very Good
Rated very good
31 reviews
Price from$24.50per night
The Grand Walawwa, hotel in Pinnawala

Located in Pinnawala, 20 miles from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens, The Grand Walawwa has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

A perfect stopover between Colombo and Kandy and beyond. Full of old world charm and the tour of the hotel was great! Staff friendly and accommodating!
9.3
Scored 9.3
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
77 reviews
Price from$110per night
Hotel Pinnalanda, hotel in Pinnawala

Pinnalanda Hotel offers free Wi-Fi access is available throughout the property. Surrounded by lush greenery, the hotel is a 1-hour drive from the Kandy.

Everything, rooms were super clean, tidy and comfortable. It was very spacious. The view is spectacular, you open the curtain or the door and elephants are batting right outside! Staff were extra friendly and very helpful. There are private balconies/sections for residents to view the bathing elephants without the crowd which was great. Breakfast was good.
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very Good
Rated very good
318 reviews
Price from$40per night
Cafe Pinnalanda, hotel in Pinnawala

Located in Pinnawala, Cafe Pinnalanda features an outdoor swimming pool located at a 328 foot distance away.

Very nice bed and pillows, good price for this accommodation. Unfortunately, no any discount to see elephants. And if you come to this hotel by car or bike, the parking is free, don’t pay any guys over there.
8.1
Scored 8.1
Very Good
Rated very good
202 reviews
Price from$25.50per night
Elepath Lodge- Pinnawala, hotel in Pinnawala

Located in Pinnawala, 21 miles from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens, Elepath Lodge- Pinnawala has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

For the price point, this is the best place to stay if you're planning to visit Pinnawala. If you want to see the elephants walking through the town, get a balcony room or just sit by the eating area. You also have access to the river area where the elephants bathe, without having to pay for the orphanage fee.
8.7
Scored 8.7
Excellent
Rated excellent
139 reviews
Price from$17per night
Villa Pinnawala & Restaurant, hotel in Pinnawala

Featuring two swimming pools with hot tubs, Villa Pinnawala & Restaurant offers accommodations in Pinnawala. Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage is 656 feet away.

great place to stay, staff friendly and facilities were good. breakfast was great and we had dinner there which was good too. the rooms were really nice and the pool was lovely. great location, right opposite the elephant orphanage. good value for money.
7.4
Scored 7.4
Good
Rated good
87 reviews
Price from$49.50per night
Ancient Gardens - Villa, hotel in Pinnawala

Offering pool views, Ancient Gardens - Villa in Pinnawala provides accommodations and a garden. With mountain views, this accommodation offers a terrace and a swimming pool.

9.6
Scored 9.6
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
73 reviews
Price from$16per night
Green Land Guest House, hotel in Pinnawala

Located in the heart of the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, Green Land Guest House offers modern accommodations in Pinnawala and complimentary city tour.

The location was perfect to see the elephants. The elephants walked right by the hotel entrance. And the owners were extremely friendly and accommodating. We will definitely visit again!
8.0
Scored 8.0
Very Good
Rated very good
37 reviews
Price from$24per night
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What Guests Said About Pinnawala:

  • 10
    Scored 10

    The staff were very obliging.

    The staff were very obliging. We arrived at 1am, this was not a problem and they greeted us warmly. Next morning we watched elephants in river from our balcony. The events coordinator took us to a place where we could walk and swim with elephants. He stopped on side of road on way back to try coconut milk. Wonderful staff. We found the breakfast not quite to European tastes.
    michelle
    Latvia
  • 10
    Scored 10

    We extend our heartfelt appreciation to the complete hotel...

    We extend our heartfelt appreciation to the complete hotel staff for their remarkable kindness and assistance, which undoubtedly enhanced our stay. We reserve special gratitude for Andrew, our tour guide, whose warm welcome and generous gesture of taking us on a village tour with his car left a lasting impression. Most notably, witnessing the elephants relishing their river bath was an extraordinary experience. The soothing sound of the river from our room added a truly relaxing touch to our stay.
    A
    Anonymous
    Thailand
  • 10
    Scored 10

    People make the place more beautiful

    People make the place more beautiful The staffs made the place we would want it to stay longer They willing to help you to have wonderful time in Pinnawala we cannot wait to see them again Thank you everyone I meant Every one.you made us feel like King and Queen
    ranjiny
    United Kingdom
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    We stayed in the beautifull place Luck Uyana Cabana, with...

    We stayed in the beautifull place Luck Uyana Cabana, with very nice spice garden. They offer guided tour in the garder for free with foot massage. You can enjoy long massage and pay for it. They offer discount for elephant ride and bath with Millenium Elephant foundation which is just next door. Unfortunately we got ride by Tuk Tuk from the bus station and he reocmend some other - cheeper, but not so clean place for elephant bath. We did not have time to go to Pinnawala itself.
    Petra
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Pinnawala is an elephant orphanage with some axillary...

    Pinnawala is an elephant orphanage with some axillary tourist services around. Keep in mind that the elephants are the priority and you get the opportunity to be there with them in the comfort of a nice hotel. Plan to arrive after 4PM if you are staying in a hotel by the river as the elephants are moving between the river and the orphanage. They came down three times during the day I was there. Fantastic.
    R
    Roland
    United States of America
  • 10
    Scored 10

    It would have been nice to have had time to sit and have...

    It would have been nice to have had time to sit and have lunch watching the elephants and relaxing. There is also a range of shops to explore and I think a chance to go visit the orphanage in addition to seeing the elephants being bathed.
    Tracey
    United Kingdom

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Pinnawala

  • From $66 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,358 reviews
    try to get room 202 or at least 201. fantastic view! food is average but still better than nothing :) cafes around couldn't offer anything better than the on-site restaurant staff is friendly and quick enough to handle the issues. since we came for elephants, we didn't spend much time in the rooms but were exploring surroundings. Elephant Orphanage is just a few meters away, and other elephant attractions can be reached by tuk-tuk in a few min. room rate is fair and matches the quality of the property.
    anatolijs
    Latvia
  • From $16 per night
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 73 reviews
    This is an interesting place in а Sri Lanka village, which works fine for nature lovers. We liked the cosy bungalow surrounded by nature. We enjoyed tasty Sri Lankan home food, especially dinners. The hotel owners are very friendly and take care of our needs. This place is good if you are going to visit Bo Ella Waterfall and Bible Rock (Bathalegala).We went hiking and enjoyed much. They have hot water and a well designed bathroom.
    Polina
    Sri Lanka
  • From $16 per night
    10
    Scored 10
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 3 reviews
    I liked it a lot. When I entered they put a welcome sign on me. It has a terrace, living room, large computer room, toilet, dining room. Kasum the host is exceptional, he picked me up and took me to the station, he took me to the Elephant Orphanage and other places. He is an unbeatable tour guide. In fact I work 10 years in airlines. Totally recommended. One 10 in everything. My experience with elephants is amazing.
    BLANCO ARISTIN
    Spain
  • From $47.30 per night
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,253 reviews
    the location is better than described and our expectations!!! ITS AMAZING!!! the elephants are in the river right outside our room /hotel /swimming pool most of the day!!! The hotel had everything you could need! As with most places in Sri Lanka a little tired in places but the staff are fabulous and nothing is too much problem (especially Udantha on reception!) loved it there ! I have to say it was hard to leave!!!
    Andrew
    United Kingdom
  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 35 reviews
    Excellent place, spacious rooms, with a lot of vegetation. Anushka is very kind, as is his family. He is a very good guide, he knows a lot about his country and its tourist attractions. If you have any questions, I recommend that you ask anything, he will help you. It was an incredible day in their cottage and the typical Sri Lanka breakfast was amazing 🤩🤩 I will back , I’m sure 🫶🏻☺️
    Chiara
    Argentina
  • From $27.75 per night
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 206 reviews
    It was a great stay. They upgraded our room to their chalet which was so spacious and comfortable. We could use the other hotel near Peacock for restaurant and pool and it had the best view of elephants in the river. They offered free drive between hotels making it very very easy to use facilities. Mr Andrew was deeply kind and helpful and we're thankful for the service.
    Soheilmrt
    Iran
  • From $27.75 per night
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 206 reviews
    First of all, the room I was staying was really clean, beautiful and confortable. There is a balcony outside with fantastic view on palm trees. Also, the breakfasts included and extra dinners were delicious and tasty. A real thanks to Andrew and all his crew, everyone at the hotel was nice, gentle and reactive. I will surely come back if I return to Sri Lanka !
    Pierrick
    France
  • From $66 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,358 reviews
    The hotel is located within the few metres from the Elephant orphanage and had great access to the government owned elephant bathing area near the river which gives easy access to watch the elephant bathing activity which the main attraction of this place. Overall good stay, decent food as we had both breakfast and dinner included in the package.
    Shruti
    India
  • From $18.87 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 139 reviews
    For the price point, this is the best place to stay if you're planning to visit Pinnawala. If you want to see the elephants walking through the town, get a balcony room or just sit by the eating area. You also have access to the river area where the elephants bathe, without having to pay for the orphanage fee.
    traveltoeat
    United States of America
  • From $54.45 per night
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 87 reviews
    great place to stay, staff friendly and facilities were good. breakfast was great and we had dinner there which was good too. the rooms were really nice and the pool was lovely. great location, right opposite the elephant orphanage. good value for money.
    Joanne
    United Arab Emirates
  • From $47.30 per night
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,253 reviews
    there is no meaning of paying credit cards. i have gifted hotel room for my friend. but on the day at the property they have asked to pay. then why should booking.con using credit card to pay at the booking. this is really unfair. disgusting service ever.
    Dinesh
    Japan
  • From $25.50 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 202 reviews
    Very nice bed and pillows, good price for this accommodation. Unfortunately, no any discount to see elephants. And if you come to this hotel by car or bike, the parking is free, don’t pay any guys over there.
    Alexey
    Russia
  • From $59.40 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 318 reviews
    Location was really nice, and the price is really good. You get to use the pool at the hotel next to hotel pinnalanda. A really good option for one night, to see the elephant bathing in the morning
    Claus
    Denmark
  • From $107.80 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 77 reviews
    The hotel is very grand and comfortable. The staff were excellent. They arranged a Sri Lankan food cooking class for us, even though they had a very large organised party going on at the same time.
    Martin
    United Kingdom
  • From $24 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 37 reviews
    The location was perfect to see the elephants. The elephants walked right by the hotel entrance. And the owners were extremely friendly and accommodating. We will definitely visit again!
    H
    Heidi
    Canada
  • From $23.10 per night
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 94 reviews
    Beautiful, clean place, spacious rooms, very nice hosts who help with everything, 2 minutes walk to the elephant orphanage / river bathing site, delicious breakfast.
    Orsolya
    Hungary
  • From $54.45 per night
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 87 reviews
    Very kind staff. Couldn't be closer to the elephant orphanage (across the street), which meant I saw the daily walks to the river. Quiet and restful stay.
    Jeannette
    United Arab Emirates
  • From $107.80 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 77 reviews
    A perfect stopover between Colombo and Kandy and beyond. Full of old world charm and the tour of the hotel was great! Staff friendly and accommodating!
    Christine
    Singapore
  • From $23.10 per night
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 94 reviews
    They were waiting for us at the middle of night. Excellent location just opposite the entrance of elephant orphanage
    Satyajit Dhar
    Bangladesh
  • From $25.50 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 202 reviews
    Location of the hotel is very good, bacause it is very close to Pinnawala elephant orphanage and zoo.
    yasoja
    Sri Lanka