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Villa Pinnawala & Restaurant
Hotel in Pinnawala
Featuring two swimming pools with hot tubs, Villa Pinnawala & Restaurant offers accommodation in Pinnawala. Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage is 200 metres away.
James
United Arab Emirates
Location - amazing for seeing the heffalumps…
Staff were great and really tried to help us
Milkshakes bought smiles all round
Next door to the river to bath the elephants
7.4
Scored 7.4
Good
Rated good
88 reviews
Price fromR$ 288.11per night
The Grand Walawwa
Hotel in Pinnawala
Situated in Pinnawala, 32 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens, The Grand Walawwa features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.
Cecilia
United Kingdom
Beautiful hotel with lush and extremely well kept gardens.
9.3
Scored 9.3
Superb
Rated superb
79 reviews
Price fromR$ 484.84per 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.
Dominika
Poland
Amazing wiev. You can see bathing elephants from room balcony or swimming pool. Tasty breakfast with lots of options. Helpful staff. Restaurant serving tasty dishes in a reasonable prices.
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very good
Rated very good
1,403 reviews
Price fromR$ 244.46per 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.
Rodrigo
Spain
The view of the elephants and pool! The restaurant and breakfast were good.
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very good
Rated very good
333 reviews
Price fromR$ 232.82per night
Cafe Pinnalanda
Hotel in Pinnawala
Located in Pinnawala, Cafe Pinnalanda features an outdoor swimming pool located at a 100 metre distance away.
Randika
Sri Lanka
In front of the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, you can park the vehicle in front of the hotel. The staff were very friendly and helpful I actually forgot his name one of the staff ( a small guy) was very helpful.
The host was also very friendly and a great value for our money.the room and Bathroom was very clean.
Bed was very comfortable and large.
8.1
Scored 8.1
Very good
Rated very good
207 reviews
Price fromR$ 134.93per night
Elepath Lodge- Pinnawala
Hotel in Pinnawala
Set in Pinnawala, 34 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens, Elepath Lodge- Pinnawala offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.
càrol
Estonia
Friendly family and location
8.7
Scored 8.7
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
151 reviews
Price fromR$ 89.86per night
Luck Uyana Cabana Pinnawala
Hotel in Pinnawala
Situated in Pinnawala, 32 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens, Luck Uyana Cabana Pinnawala features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.
8.3
Scored 8.3
Very good
Rated very good
33 reviews
Price fromR$ 129.64per night
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....
Nuria
Maldives
Really nice hotel with amazing views. The service was really good and you can have your meals with the river and forest views. If you are lucky enough the Orphanage will bring the elephants to the river in the morning!
7.5
Scored 7.5
Good
Rated good
1,303 reviews
Price fromR$ 225.25per night
Suwani Pinnawala Homestay
Pinnawala
Located just 50 metres form the famous Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, Inn Suwani Pinnawala offers cosy and comfortable accommodation. Free WiFi access is available.
Erez
Israel
Great hospitality,
Very nice people,
comfortable and clean,
They cook homemade tasty food
Location in front of the elephants place.
Guesthouse is warmly recommended
9.6
Scored 9.6
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
95 reviews
Price fromR$ 145.51per night
Peacock Village Pinnawala
Pinnawala
Situated in Pinnawala, within 36 km of Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens and 40 km of Kandy railway station, Peacock Village Pinnawala features accommodation with an infinity pool and free WiFi as well as...
DIANE
Australia
Fabulous elephant experience. Wonderful buffet breakfast included and use of pool.
9.7
Scored 9.7
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
219 reviews
Price fromR$ 93.97per night
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9.3Scored 9.3SuperbRated superb· 79 reviews
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7.4Scored 7.4GoodRated good· 88 reviews
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8.3Scored 8.3Very goodRated very good· 33 reviews
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What guests said about Pinnawala:
- 10Scored 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.
michelleLatvia - 10Scored 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.AAnonymousThailand - 10Scored 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
ranjinyUnited Kingdom - 8.0Scored 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 - 10Scored 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.RRolandUnited States - 10Scored 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.
TraceyUnited Kingdom
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- From R$ 84.66 per night10Scored 10ExceptionalRated exceptional· 3 reviewsI 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 ARISTINSpain
- From R$ 121.43 per night9.7Scored 9.7ExceptionalRated exceptional· 39 reviewsExcellent 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 🫶🏻☺️ChiaraArgentina
- 9.3Scored 9.3SuperbRated superb· 79 reviewsAmazing restored colonial hotel - incredible rooms, stylishly and tastefully restored and updated. Takes you back to times gone by. Certainly worth a stay - and also not a bad run through to the international airport as a stop if coming from Ella/mountains. Food was excellent and good menu.JamesAustralia
- From R$ 250.28 per night7.5Scored 7.5GoodRated good· 1,303 reviewsI booked the hotel for a special day! I got the confirmation. So i arrived in Pinnawala and then after that they asked me to cancell the whole booking, because it was overbooked! This was a really bad experience, there is no customer service! They just don't care!!!PatricioPortugal
- From R$ 93.97 per night9.7Scored 9.7ExceptionalRated exceptional· 219 reviewsI highly recommend that you stay here. The staff cannot do enough for you. Try to book the chalet if you can. See other comments for details about visits to other hotel. The elephant viewing experience was fantastic.. no need to pay to go into the orphanage.
GregUnited Kingdom - From R$ 349.22 per night8.2Scored 8.2Very goodRated very good· 1,403 reviewslate check in at 11pm was smooth, security guard showed us the room w/o any paper work. very much appreciated! fast service at breakfast Pool with elephant river view don’t need to go to Elephant orphanage, in hotel all action will be around you!
TatianaPoland - From R$ 349.22 per night8.2Scored 8.2Very goodRated very good· 1,403 reviewsAmazing view and plenty of time to see and feed elephants- can pay extra to bathe them- it’s all in affiliation with the elephant orphanage down the road- bring all the elephants down every morning for a swim in the river.MelissaCanada
- From R$ 126.99 per night8.0Scored 8.0Very goodRated very good· 38 reviewsThe 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!HHeidiCanada
- From R$ 134.93 per night8.1Scored 8.1Very goodRated very good· 207 reviewsThe staff was friendly and helpful. Located just opposite the elephant orphanage. Room was clean and newly built. Food was average, ok for the price. Overall good value for the price.
NimnaSri Lanka - From R$ 93.97 per night9.7Scored 9.7ExceptionalRated exceptional· 219 reviewsNice quiet place, and you vcan watch the elephant bathing from the pool of the main hotel! Andrew was a great host, super helpful and super friendly! Highly recommend location!
Bezsnei AndorHungary - From R$ 288.11 per night7.4Scored 7.4GoodRated good· 88 reviewsThe friendly staff, private pool attached to the Honeymoon Suite, and close proximity to the Elephant Orphanage made this place extremely worth the price we spent on this.SLEllawalaSri Lanka
- From R$ 134.93 per night8.1Scored 8.1Very goodRated very good· 207 reviewsPerfect stay at Cafe Pinnalanda, very kind staff, always available to help. Great breakfast as well. Fantastic location just in front of the Pinnalawa Elephant orphanage.
CamilleFrance - From R$ 145.51 per night9.6Scored 9.6ExceptionalRated exceptional· 95 reviewsBeautiful, clean place, spacious rooms, very nice hosts who help with everything, 2 minutes walk to the elephant orphanage / river bathing site, delicious breakfast.
OrsolyaHungary - 9.3Scored 9.3SuperbRated superb· 79 reviewsA 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!ChristineSingapore
- From R$ 145.51 per night9.6Scored 9.6ExceptionalRated exceptional· 95 reviewsThey were waiting for us at the middle of night. Excellent location just opposite the entrance of elephant orphanageSatyajit DharBangladesh
- From R$ 99.85 per night8.7Scored 8.7FabulousRated fabulous· 151 reviewsGreat view and location. You can skip the elephant orphanage. The elephants at the river are much better.00B0Germany
- From R$ 261.92 per night8.4Scored 8.4Very goodRated very good· 333 reviewsThis hotel has the breakfast and the pool with the perfect view on the elephants. Breakfast is good.VadimFinland
- From R$ 288.11 per night7.4Scored 7.4GoodRated good· 88 reviewsHygienic Calm Friendly staff Close to the Elephant orphanage Late checkin Late check outYYahya BashaUnited Arab Emirates
- From R$ 250.28 per night7.5Scored 7.5GoodRated good· 1,303 reviewsBad of the bad hotel in my life. That hotel don’t provide WIFI!DmitriiOman
- 7.3Scored 7.3GoodRated good· 31 reviewsIt was near the elephant orphanage.aboobackerIndia
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