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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. Located around 37 km from Kandy railway station, the hotel with free WiFi is also 37 km away from Bogambara Stadium. American, Chinese, Indian and Indonesian dishes are served at the in-house restaurant. At the hotel, rooms include a desk. The rooms have a safety deposit box. The Grand Walawwa offers a continental or Full English/Irish breakfast. You can play billiards at the accommodation, and car hire is available. Kandy City Center Shopping Mall is 38 km from The Grand Walawwa, while Sri Dalada Maligawa is 39 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish

Free private parking available at the hotel


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.5
Location
8.7
Free WiFi
9.2
High score for Pinnawala
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  • James
    Australia Australia
    Amazing 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...
  • Rishabh
    India India
    the location was close to Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage so there was about 2-3 hours of activity for a day. moreover, being closer (than Kandy) to Bandarnaike International Airport (1.5 - 2 Hours) it made for a relaxing & convenient stop-over. the...
  • Julie
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Food is delicious, staff friendly, rooms super clean and spacious

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      American • Chinese • Indian • Indonesian • Italian • Seafood • Asian
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional

Facilities of The Grand Walawwa
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Family rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
Outdoors
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Activities
  • Billiards
Living Area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
  • Wine/champagne
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • Lockers
    • Currency exchange
    • Express check-in/check-out
    Cleaning services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Business facilities
    • Fax/photocopying
      Additional charge
    • Meeting/banquet facilities
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Security alarm
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    • Safety deposit box
    General
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Car hire
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Room service
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Sun umbrellas
    Wellness
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

    The Grand Walawwa takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 14:00 to 23:30

    Check-out

    From 07:00 to 11:30

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    US$25 per person, per night

    Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no cots available at this property.

    All extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

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    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    FAQs about The Grand Walawwa

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • Guests staying at The Grand Walawwa can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Full English/Irish

    • The prices at The Grand Walawwa may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Check-in at The Grand Walawwa is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:30.

    • Room options at The Grand Walawwa include:

      • Double
      • Suite

    • The Grand Walawwa offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Billiards
      • Swimming Pool

    • Yes, The Grand Walawwa is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • The Grand Walawwa is 4.3 miles from the centre of Pinnawala. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The Grand Walawwa has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant #1