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A poolside view with a railing overlooking a river where elephants are present.

Two individuals in a room with a textured wall and a wooden table.

A group of elephants in a river with a person sitting on a rock.

A neatly made bed with a plaid blanket, two pillows, and rolled towels. There is a wooden nightstand with a lantern beside the bed. A wooden bench and a mirror are against the wall.

1. Hotel Elephant Park

0.7 km from Pinnawala Zoo

Angela

RM187

RM221 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A dining area with a large window, a table with plates and utensils, and a person taking a photo.

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a mirror, two wooden doors, and a curtain.

A wooden horse sculpture in a covered outdoor area with a concrete floor and a metal roof.

A balcony with a table, chairs, and a view of a brick building and a cow.

2. Elepath Lodge - Pinnawala

0.7 km from Pinnawala Zoo

RM63

RM74 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A pool with a view of a river and surrounding greenery, a covered outdoor seating area, and a building with a balcony.

A bathroom with a glass shelf holding dental kits and a green bottle.

A hotel with multiple floors, a swimming pool, and a river in the foreground.

A balcony with two wooden chairs, a table, and a view of greenery outside.

3. The Elephant Bay - Pinnawala

0.6 km from Pinnawala Zoo

Danielle

RM349

RM412 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

4. Ma Oya Retreat

0.9 km from Pinnawala Zoo

RM3,311

RM3,946 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A clear view of a swimming pool with reflections of palm trees and a clear sky.

A spacious room with wooden flooring, multiple seating areas, and large windows offering natural light.

A narrow street flanked by tall rock walls with a building featuring a tiled roof and a staircase leading to a higher level.

A spacious room with a wooden ceiling, large windows, and a bed with a white bedspread.

5. The Flame Tree Estate & Hotel

17.4 km from Pinnawala Zoo

andrew

RM444

RM586 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

An outdoor covered patio with wooden chairs and tables, a wall-mounted deer head, and hanging lanterns.

A lush, green landscape with palm trees and a well-maintained lawn.

A hallway with wooden benches and chairs, potted plants, and a large ornate cabinet.

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a wooden cabinet, and wicker furniture.

6. Athulya Villas

19.3 km from Pinnawala Zoo

Catrin

RM340

RM441 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A person in a swimming pool with a view of mountains and cloudy sky.

A balcony with a table set for breakfast, overlooking a mountainous landscape.

A spacious dining area with wooden furniture and a high ceiling with exposed beams.

A multi-story building with balconies, a stone wall, and a well-lit outdoor area.

7. Misty Hills Villa Kadugannawa

17.5 km from Pinnawala Zoo

Layan

RM344

RM447 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A pool with lounge chairs, surrounded by trees and a building with a tiled roof.

A dining room with a large wooden table, chairs, and a wooden railing. There are two wall-mounted lamps and a window with a view of trees.

A white colonial-style building with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a central entrance with a pediment.

A room with three windows, a table, and two chairs.

8. Jetwing Wahawa Walauwa, A Luxury Reserve

4.8 km from Pinnawala Zoo

Graham

RM521

RM677 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A wooden table with chairs set outdoors, surrounded by trees and a mountainous backdrop.

A staircase with wooden steps and a wooden handrail, leading to an outdoor area.

A large bed with white linens, a view of trees through a window, and a wall-mounted thermostat.

A remote house surrounded by dense forest with a clear view of distant mountains.

9. The Fortress Balumgala

15.1 km from Pinnawala Zoo

Joseph

RM312

RM405 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A modern house with a pool, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A spacious living area with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a mountain view.

A modern building with large glass windows, surrounded by lush greenery.

A room with a four-poster bed, wicker chairs, and a view of greenery outside.

10. Rosyth Estate House

4.2 km from Pinnawala Zoo

RM972

RM1,146 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A circular water feature surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

A wooden table with white teacups and a teapot by a lake.

A room with a large window, a dining table, two chairs, a sofa, and a painting on the wall.

A modern dining area with a long wooden table and chairs, a stone wall, and a wooden bar counter.

11. Birds Park Polgahawela

17.2 km from Pinnawala Zoo

Mal

RM275

RM360 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A room with a large glass door leading to a mountain view.

A modern building with large windows and a covered outdoor area.

A cozy, circular room with a bed centered in the space, a wooden bench, and a small table.

A bedroom with a large bed, a view of mountains, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

12. The Cloud Resort

15.3 km from Pinnawala Zoo

RM397

RM469 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A rustic, single-story building with a sloped roof, surrounded by dense greenery and trees.

A building with a red exterior and a sloped roof.

A metal railing with a tiled floor, surrounded by greenery and mountains in the background.

A panoramic view of a mountainous landscape with dense forests and rolling hills.

13. Berghotel Escondite

15.2 km from Pinnawala Zoo

RM381

RM495 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A pool area with wooden beams, chairs, and potted plants.

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a painting of leopards, and wall-mounted lights.

A two-story house with a garden in front, surrounded by trees and hills.

A room with a window, a wooden bench, and a small table with bottles.

14. The Tusker's Hideout

16.8 km from Pinnawala Zoo

RM206

RM243 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A covered corridor with a wooden railing, surrounded by lush green foliage.

A house with a tiled roof, a car parked in the driveway, and potted plants.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A living room with patterned sofas and a coffee table.

15. Peradeniya Rest Inn

18.2 km from Pinnawala Zoo

RM42

RM55 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a refrigerator, and artwork on the walls.

16. Asoria Luxe Villa & Retreat

5 km from Pinnawala Zoo

RM143

RM169 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A bedroom with a bed, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a brick wall.

A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a staircase leading to an upper level, and a fireplace.

A building with a stone wall and a circular stone feature, a paved driveway, and a road.

17. GODDESS

18.3 km from Pinnawala Zoo

RM374

RM441 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A modern building with a balcony overlooking a mountainous landscape.

A modern kitchen with a marble countertop, wooden cabinets, and a brick wall.

A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a vase, and a view of the mountains through a balcony.

A nighttime view of a building with illuminated windows and a garden area with rocks and plants.

18. Rocksana Fortress Yoga & Retreat

5.5 km from Pinnawala Zoo

RM156

RM184 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A wooden balcony with a view of lush green hills and palm trees.

A hotel room with a bed, a wall-mounted tree decoration, and a curtain.

A person standing on a wooden platform overlooking a lush, green landscape with dense vegetation and a hill in the distance.

A white washing machine with a control panel on the top.

19. Homely Stay Balana Kapolla

8.6 km from Pinnawala Zoo

RM125

RM148 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A house with a tiled roof, a porch with chairs, and a pathway leading to the entrance.

A cozy living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a cabinet. There are windows with curtains, a lamp, and decorative items on the walls.

A dining table with a basket of food, a cup of coffee, and a lamp in the background.

A four-poster bed with a wooden frame, a nightstand with a lamp, and a wardrobe.

20. Captain's Bungalow

18.5 km from Pinnawala Zoo

RM258

RM357 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

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Top Pinnawala Zoo Hotel Reviews

Fox Kandy by Fox Resorts- Luxury in the Mist

10/10 Excellent

"Great staff , very attentive , great food, clean and tidy rooms … Pool, mountain views and ambience are Amazing !!!!"

Grand Serendib Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful stay at the grand serendib. I booked this hotel after reading some reviews and liking the pictures and it did not disappoint. In a great location just up the hill from KANDY centre away from the hustle and bustle. Amazing views from the huge room and balcony, the restaurant for breakfast and pool area then on the floor above a gorgeous rooftop bar and restaurant which we ate in a few nights with lovely entertainment Another night we got room service and ate on our balcony as we were so tired from our day trip and thw food standard and service was just as good. The pool was slightly smaller than I thought but we managed to get beds and was lovely and chilled. We also had a massage on our first day at the spa which was fabulous and very reasonably priced. All the staff couldnt do enough to make your stay memorable and the welcome drink and wet towel on arrival was a nice touch. Also recommend a car service for us to get from the airport."

Hotel Elephant Park

10/10 Excellent

"The elephants were great but we were not told about check in being after 3.00pm and early arrival would have to pay an entrance fee! To add to the confusion the hotel emailed me cancelling my 4 rooms at 2.00pm. When I contacted them, no apology just that it was a mistake!"

Hotel Casamara

8/10 Good

"Common parts well maintained although r"

Sevana City Hotel Kandy

10/10 Excellent

"Good staff and clean room"

Amaya Hills Kandy

10/10 Excellent

"Great Hotel"

Orbit88 Hotel by AMR

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful hotel !! Fantastic manager, his staff and the 24 hours security. So helpful, kind and generous. Even a free, lovely room upgrade for me !! I for sure will come back to HOTEL ORBIT88 next year."

The Trees Kandy

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful hotel and room very nicely appointed. Rooftop pool was fabulous. Great outlook and easily enjoyed cocktails from that viewpoint! Very friendly staff. Great location above the lake and looks across to Temple of the relic of the tooth. Easy walk down town."

Earl's Regent Kandy

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent location. Room was nice and comfortable. One issue - the wash basin in the bath room did not drain well and there was blockage. As a result there was some smell coming off the bathroom. Shower door did not close well - as a result there was water leakage"

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Pinnawala Zoo?

Pinnawala Zoo is located in an area of Pinnawala that travellers like for its riverfront. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 8 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Pinnawala Zoo?

Hotel Elephant Park is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Pinnawala Zoo. Another good option is The Elephant Bay - Pinnawala, located just 0.4 mi (0.6 km) away.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Pinnawala Zoo?

Expedia has 8 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Pinnawala Zoo.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Pinnawala Zoo, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Pinnawala Zoo.

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Our top choices for Pinnawala Zoo hotels

1. Hotel Elephant Park

2. Elepath Lodge - Pinnawala

3. The Elephant Bay - Pinnawala

4. Ma Oya Retreat

5. The Flame Tree Estate & Hotel

6. Athulya Villas

7. Misty Hills Villa Kadugannawa

8. Jetwing Wahawa Walauwa, A Luxury Reserve

9. The Fortress Balumgala

10. Rosyth Estate House

11. Birds Park Polgahawela

12. The Cloud Resort

13. Berghotel Escondite

14. The Tusker's Hideout

15. Peradeniya Rest Inn

16. Asoria Luxe Villa & Retreat

17. GODDESS

18. Rocksana Fortress Yoga & Retreat

19. Homely Stay Balana Kapolla

20. Captain's Bungalow

Top Pinnawala Zoo Hotel Reviews

Fox Kandy by Fox Resorts- Luxury in the Mist

Grand Serendib Hotel

Hotel Elephant Park

Hotel Casamara

Sevana City Hotel Kandy

Amaya Hills Kandy

Orbit88 Hotel by AMR

The Trees Kandy

Earl's Regent Kandy

Other attractions near Pinnawala Zoo

Uthuwankanda Church

Wewaladeniya King's Temple

New Paradise Spice & Herbal Garden

Kadugannawa Tea Factory & Sales Center

Lankatilaka Vihara

Athugala Rock

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