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Green Leaves Garden - Pinnawala

Pinnawala

Boasting pool views, Green Leaves Garden - Pinnawala provides accommodation with an open-air bath, a garden and a bar, around 21 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens.

R
Rasmus
From
Denmark
What a family, and what a place! As a couple we have travelled quite extensively and can honestly say: never have we been treated with such great hospitality. From tour guiding and cooking to being great company and exceptional hosts; Anushka and his family checks all the boxes. The room is cosy and clean, and you can feel the effort that has been put into the place. 11/10 ⭐ from us.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 98 reviews
Location 9.0
Price from
US$26.77
1 night, 2 adults

Jungle Village Homestay

Pinnawala

Situated in Pinnawala, 28 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens and 32 km from Kandy railway station, Jungle Village Homestay features air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi.

M
Mad_E
From
India
Jungle Village Homestay is amidst thick dense forest and it is apt for people travelling to spend some quality time with nature. The homestay is surrounded by their farm and the owner's mother was very keen on explaining every crop and tree she grows there. I went with my mother and father and they were thrilled to see the enthusiasm of the host and this was our first day stay after we landed in lanka. truly a great way to start our Sri Lankan Trip. Thank you very much Mr. Ravi for a wonderful stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 37 reviews
Location 9.1
Price from
US$18
1 night, 2 adults

Green Land Guest House

Pinnawala

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.

J
Julie Evans
From
France
Property is very well maintained, food and rooms are high quality. Staff is very friendly, who made my stay very comfortable. Hygiene & cleanliness level was excellent. Food was delicious. Overall, wholesome experience.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 85 reviews
Location 8.9
Price from
US$25
1 night, 2 adults

The Golden Residence

Kegalle (Near Pinnawala)

The Golden Residence, a property with a garden, is situated in Kegalle, 34 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens, 39 km from Kandy railway station, as well as 40 km from Bogambara Stadium.

M
Mohamed
From
United Kingdom
The bedroom was so beautiful, the comfiest bed, and the out door space was perfect for yoga in the morning. The owner has a garden full of fruits and herbs, he gave us a greta tour of the property. The breakfast was one of the best we have had in Sri Lanka. The owner also has a great shop, I bought a pair of super comfortable trousers, it was an unforgettable stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 109 reviews
Location 9.2
Price from
US$12
1 night, 2 adults

Pinnawala Elephant Front View Hotel

Rambukkana (Near Pinnawala)

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.

A
Anna
From
Russia
I am beyond happy to have had the chance to visit this place. I spent three amazing days at your hotel with such a beautiful view of the elephants. Waking up in the morning to see them, hear their deep sounds, and watch them roam freely in the field was an unforgettable experience. It’s a wonderful opportunity to observe wildlife while enjoying the comfort of your hotel. The terrace is fantastic, the atmosphere is warm and welcoming, and everything is so cozy, clean, and beautifully designed. The hotel smells amazing, and it has everything you need for a perfect stay. My deepest gratitude goes to Roshan and his family for their incredible hospitality and for helping with the excursions. I am truly thankful for these wonderful three days. I was so happy to meet everyone involved in running this hotel and to get to know the culture of Penawawa. I’m already recommending this place to my friends, and many of them are eager to visit and experience the same emotions. I will definitely be back and would love to spend more time in this magical place!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 138 reviews
Location 9.0
Price from
US$21
1 night, 2 adults

Mystay

Mawanella (Near Pinnawala)

Offering a garden and inner courtyard view, Mystay is situated in Mawanella, 18 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens and 23 km from Kandy railway station.

L
Lovre
From
United Kingdom
I had an absoulutely beautiful experience staying at Mystay. Hosts were incredibly attentive to anything I needed, they were always available to provide great info about nearby spots and prices. While Mawanella in not a main tourist hotspot there are some gorgeous spots to explore if you like nature such as river with waterfalls, several hiking spots and trekking paths through the rainforest, it is an awesome location for nature lovers. Also, it's proximity to Kandy and Elefant sanctuary puts you in a great location to explore surrounding attractions. Hosts were always able to arrange local transport to wherever I needed to go and for amazing (local) price, can't thank them enough. Breakfast was wonderful, home made and super tasty. They also provided fruit and tea for my relaxing time, also plenty of bottled water all the time. Place is very spaceous and comfortable with garden around the house, there is also a lovely erected area, like a treehouse, for you to enjoy, that is surrounded with greenery, a great place to just relax and see some birds etc. All in all, a wonderful family that I'm happy to have met and I'm so thankful for all their help with information and transport. Hope I'll be able to stay there again sometines in the future.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews
Location 9.3
Price from
US$15
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Yelona

Kegalle (Near Pinnawala)

Boasting river views, Hotel Yelona features accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 28 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens.

J
Josep
From
Canada
The staff were fantastic. Great attitude. Helpful, and always available. And the breakfast was delicious.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 34 reviews
Location 8.8
Price from
US$10
1 night, 2 adults

Ceylon Saradiel Home Stay

Mawanella (Near Pinnawala)

Offering inner courtyard views, Ceylon Saradiel Home Stay is an accommodation located in Mawanella, 21 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens and 26 km from Kandy railway station.

J
Jan
From
Sri Lanka
It's got a modern vibe, tons of places to rest and relax, and it's really clean and nice. The owner is super friendly, and breakfast is served European-style.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews
Location 8.4
Price from
US$17.10
1 night, 2 adults

Basilico Homestay

Kegalle (Near Pinnawala)

Situated within 33 km of Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens and 38 km of Kandy railway station in Kegalle, Basilico Homestay offers accommodation with seating area.

T
Tharusha
From
Italy
Room was really comfortable and very clean bathroom . Had everything we need. The owner is really kind and helpful. Location is close to the city also very calm and quit place. Best place to stay .
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews
Location 8.8
Price from
US$20
1 night, 2 adults

Relax Home

Rambukkana (Near Pinnawala)

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.

a
a[0986
From
Japan
Gluten free meal available,it's gorgeous breakfast of Hotel I've ever seen. They are so kind!! Wi-Fi level/Excellent Clean,Hot water available. AC is nice.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews
Location 6.3
Price from
US$14
1 night, 2 adults
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Travellers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. This simple accommodation is in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 138 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

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

    From US$31.08 per night
  • Relax Home

    Rambukkana
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    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
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

    Offering inner courtyard views, Ceylon Saradiel Home Stay is an accommodation located in Mawanella, 21 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens and 26 km from Kandy railway station.

    From US$19 per night
  • turusewana rest

    Kegalle
    Breakfast options

    Turusewana rest, a property with a garden, is located in Kegalle, 31 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, 33 km from Ceylon Tea Museum, as well as 33 km from Sri Dalada Maligawa.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 109 reviews

    The Golden Residence, a property with a garden, is situated in Kegalle, 34 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens, 39 km from Kandy railway station, as well as 40 km from Bogambara Stadium.

    From US$12 per night
  • Mystay

    Mawanella
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

    Offering a garden and inner courtyard view, Mystay is situated in Mawanella, 18 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens and 23 km from Kandy railway station.

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  • Avg. price/night: US$22.95
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 98 reviews
    Couldn't recommend enough. This is a wonderful Home Stay with the most welcoming family. We felt right at home. We were welcomed with tea and the onsite bar was a lovely touch. The host was so helpful and would be a great guide for any tourist experiences. The chalet had everything we needed and was very comfortable. We had breakfast dinner and part took in a cooking class. Wonderful time, wonderful family. Must stay
    Guest review by
    Clara
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$22.95
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 98 reviews
    Discover the hidden gems of Mawanella through the warm hospitality of Anushka and his lovely family at their enchanting homestay 🌿 This place is so wonderful I extended my stay and will definitely be back! Everything was perfect, the food was delicious, the hospitality, the room, the pool to cool down on a hot day, great location making it easy to go to other parts and also lovely to just sit and relax surrounded by nature reading a book or writing. Plus, Anushka really knows the island and is a great tour guide!
    Guest review by
    Mila
    Solo traveller
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