Skip to main content

Search hotels in Pinnawala

Enter your dates to see the latest prices and deals for Pinnawala hotels

Pinnawala – 18 hotels and places to stay

Show hotels on map

Filter by:

Star rating

Review score

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.

G
Gary
From
United States
Excellent service in a beautiful location with excellent staff. Quiet setting with fantastic views. Very clean and with great room amenities.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 138 reviews
Price from
US$95
1 night, 2 adults
Check availability

Hotel Elephant Park - NEW DEAL! Exclusive Offers on Pickups Available!

Hotel in Pinnawala

Located right opposite Ma-Oya River, guests at Hotel Elephant Park - NEW DEAL! Exclusive Offers on Pickups Available! can watch elephants from their rooms. It has a restaurant and offers room service....

K
Koutroullos
From
Cyprus
perfect location, tasty food, polite staff, nice views from pool and restaurants, taxi service
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,608 reviews
Price from
US$42
1 night, 2 adults
Check availability

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, a terrace and a restaurant.

E
Evgeniia
From
Russia
Nimesh is good and friendly manager! Everithi was great! Recommend!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 274 reviews
Price from
US$29
1 night, 2 adults
Check availability

Cafe Pinnalanda

Hotel in Pinnawala

Located in Pinnawala, 34 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens, Cafe Pinnalanda provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

C
Chandana
From
United Arab Emirates
Room service manager was excellent 👌
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 195 reviews
Price from
US$25.50
1 night, 2 adults
Check availability

Hotel Pinnalanda - NEW DEAL! Exclusive Offers on Pickups Available!

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.

Z
Zuzana
From
Czech Republic
The best elephant bathing view! You can not choose better hotel for elephant watching
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 419 reviews
Price from
US$50
1 night, 2 adults
Check availability

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....

T
Tadeja
From
Slovenia
Its got an amazing location, a nice pool overlooking the elephant swimming ground and a nice terasse for breakfast/lunch/dinner. For christmas they prepared a DJ to cheer up the guests which was fun!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,650 reviews
Price from
US$45
1 night, 2 adults
Check availability

Villa Pinnawala

Hotel in Pinnawala

Featuring two swimming pools with hot tubs, Villa Pinnawala offers accommodation in Pinnawala. Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage is 200 metres away.

T
Tharini
From
Australia
Good, but there are so many mosquitos.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 132 reviews
Price from
US$57.38
1 night, 2 adults
Check availability

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.

L
Line
From
Switzerland
We had an absolutely wonderful stay here! The staff were incredibly kind and went above and beyond to make our visit special. They even arranged delicious dinners for us, organized tuk-tuk rides, and showed us their beautiful Ayurvedic garden where we enjoyed a relaxing massage and discovered some excellent natural products. The local breakfast was also very tasty and a perfect start to the day. We truly felt cared for and can highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a warm and authentic experience.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 50 reviews
Price from
US$27.50
1 night, 2 adults
Check availability

Peacock Village Pinnawala - Offer Alert! Elephant Welfare Program

Pinnawala

Situated in Pinnawala, 36 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens, Peacock Village Pinnawala - Offer Alert! Elephant Welfare Program has an infinity pool, private parking and rooms with free WiFi access.

E
Eva
From
Slovenia
The location of property is secluded, but special. The room is small and simple, but it has ac, very comfortable bed, fridge, bathroom and balcony. The guy was very nice, he was driving us around in his tuk tuk and provided with all informations we needed. Breakfast at hotel was great. You can enjoy it watching elephants bathing.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 619 reviews
Price from
US$24
1 night, 2 adults
Check availability

Suwani Pinnawala Homestay

Pinnawala

Featuring a garden, terrace and views of garden, Suwani Pinnawala Homestay is located in Pinnawala, 34 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens.

M
Mark
From
Australia
Great food, near to the orphanage elephants tour
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 154 reviews
Price from
US$26
1 night, 2 adults
Check availability
See all 18 hotels in Pinnawala

Hotels with airport shuttles in Pinnawala

Most booked hotels in Pinnawala and surroundings in the past month

See all

Budget hotels in Pinnawala and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 132 reviews

    Featuring two swimming pools with hot tubs, Villa Pinnawala offers accommodation in Pinnawala. Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage is 200 metres away.

    From US$82.50 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Pinna Flower Homestay Cabana is set in Rambukkana. This property offers a rooftop pool and free private parking.

    From US$70.76 per night

  • Situated in Rambukkana, 39 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens, Andiramada Walawwa features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

    From US$105.45 per night

  • Located in Udamulla, 29 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens and 34 km from Kandy railway station, RMC Cabana offers air conditioning. This villa has a private pool, a garden and free private parking.

    From US$96.80 per night

  • Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, and a terrace, Heliconia Ledge provides accommodation in Mawanella with free WiFi and mountain views.

    From US$88.80 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

    Situated in Mawanella, 23 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens and 28 km from Kandy railway station, Rocksana Fortress features accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning, a garden and a terrace.

    From US$66.60 per night

  • Namal Vacation House is situated in Kegalle, 33 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens, 38 km from Kandy railway station, as well as 38 km from Bogambara Stadium.

    From US$50.51 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Set in Kegalle and only 34 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens, Villa Bianca offers accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    From US$39.96 per night

Best hotels with breakfast in Pinnawala and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 137 reviews

    Featuring a garden and views of lake, Pinnawala Elephant Front View Hotel is a recently renovated guest house located in Rambukkana, 34 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens.

    From US$24.42 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Situated within 34 km of Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens and 39 km of Kandy railway station, Mangi's Tranquil Bangalows features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Pinnawala.

    From US$38.85 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 27 reviews

    Located in Rambukkana, 30 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens, Rock Garden Villa Pinnawala provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

    From US$53.28 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.3
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, Pinnawala Grand Villa is located in Rambukkana, 36 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens and 41 km from Kandy railway station.

    From US$22.64 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    King Elephant, Homestay Pinnawala is a recently renovated homestay in Rambukkana, where guests can make the most of its garden and terrace.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews

    Set in Rambukkana, 31 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens, Relax Home features accommodation with a hot tub. This guest house offers free private parking, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.

    From US$14 per night

  • Located in Rambukkana, 34 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens, Jetwing Wahawa Walauwa, A Luxury Reserve provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking and a garden.

    From US$218.90 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

    Located in Galpola, 34 km from Kandy railway station, Hotel Sleek Camellia features views of the pool.

    From US$42.35 per night

Hotels located in the centre of Pinnawala

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 85 reviews

    Boasting a garden and views of city, Green Land Guest House is a recently renovated guest house set in Pinnawala, 34 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens.

    From US$30 per night

  • Offering mountain views, The Far Pavilion by Edwards Collection in Pinnawala offers accommodation, an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    From US$898.69 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 195 reviews

    Located in Pinnawala, 34 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens, Cafe Pinnalanda provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

  • Situated 35 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens, Ma-Oya Retreat offers 3-star accommodation in Pinnawala and has a garden.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    Set in Pinnawala and only 34 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens, The Breeze Pinnawala offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 50 reviews

    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.

FAQs about hotels in Pinnawala

What guests said about Pinnawala:

  • 8.0

    Staff were very friendly and accomodating.

    Staff were very friendly and accomodating. Comfortable stay in this hotel. View of elephants ,river and surrounding countryside was excellent- especially from dining hall and verandah of some rooms facing the river. Highly recommend.
    Guest review by
    Catherine
    Ireland
  • 8.0

    Pinnawala basically has 4 main attractions therefore a...

    Pinnawala basically has 4 main attractions therefore a maximum of 2 days is sufficient. The main attraction is the elephant orphanage. Related to that is the elephant bathing at the nearby river which is fascinating. Remember the ticket you purchase for the orphanage is required for the bathing so do both in the same day as the tickets technically only valid for the day (we did not know this so we went to the orphanage in the evening and went to see the bathing the next day.. however the kind ticket officers let us go). Then there is a mini zoo where animals roam in more space than usual. You can feed animals here which could be fascinating (for a small fee). Then there is a traditional village called Iparini Gama where you can experience live style of a traditional sri lankan village.
    Guest review by
    Srinath
    Sri Lanka
  • 8.0

    Spectacular area to get up and close with elephants.

    Spectacular area to get up and close with elephants. Unique experience with elephants walking thru the village for their daily bathing. General accommodation facilities were good. Bars and eateries also of reasonable standard. We stayed at Grand Royal Pinnalanda and found this quite satisfactory in services and value.
    Guest review by
    Jeremy
    Australia
  • 10.0

    Amazing experience to watch the elephants bathing.

    Amazing experience to watch the elephants bathing. A number of souvenir shops on the street and limited food options. We ate in our hotel. Shops don't stay open late as most tourists leave for the day. 1 night is enough.
    Guest review by
    Kitty Kat Loz
    United Kingdom
  • 10.0

    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.
    Guest review by
    michelle
    Saudi Arabia
  • 10.0

    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.
    Guest review by
    Anonymous
    Thailand

See reviews by guests who stayed at hotels in Pinnawala

See all

  • Ancient Gardens Villa

    Pinnawala
    From US$16 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 94 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.
    Guest review by
    Polina
    Sri Lanka

  • Hotel Elephant Bay

    Pinnawala
    From US$60.50 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,650 reviews
    Hotel Elephant Bay boasts an unbeatable location, offering a unique experience of watching elephants bathe right from the property. The proximity to the elephants provides guests with an incredible opportunity to interact with these majestic animals, making it an unforgettable highlight of any stay. The restaurant serves good food, and the overall dining experience is pleasant.
    Guest review by
    BG88
    Malta

  • Peacock Village Pinnawala - Offer Alert! Elephant Welfare Program

    Pinnawala
    From US$26.64 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 619 reviews
    Small but had all we needed with a super location! We were also given super service with a shuttle tuktuk to the Hotel Elephant Park, even though it was just a few minutes away! We could use the pool in the hotel making this stay great value for money!! Definitely recommend 👌
    Guest review by
    Denise
    Malta

  • Cafe Pinnalanda

    Pinnawala
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 195 reviews
    Location, it is just in front of elephant orphanage Owner, he is very nice guy Big room and bathroom
    Guest review by
    Thapeskumar
    Norway

  • Hotel Elephant Park - NEW DEAL! Exclusive Offers on Pickups Available!

    Pinnawala
    From US$93.50 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,609 reviews
    Nearest hotel to see elephant bathing
    Guest review by
    Thev
    Sri Lanka
gogless