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

A table set with breakfast items, including toast, fruit, and tea, overlooking a river with a bridge and lush greenery.

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

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

P2,859

P3,374 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A dining area with a large elephant outside the window, wooden ceiling beams, and a brick wall.

A person standing in water with elephants.

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

A room with two beds, a wooden wardrobe, an air conditioning unit, and a ceiling with wooden beams.

2. Elepath Lodge - Pinnawala

0.7 km from Pinnawala Zoo

P956

P1,128 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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

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

A modern hotel room with a wooden floor, a bed with blue bedding, a small seating area, and a ceiling fan.

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

3. The Elephant Bay - Pinnawala

0.6 km from Pinnawala Zoo

Danielle

P5,337

P6,298 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

4. Ma Oya Retreat

0.9 km from Pinnawala Zoo

P50,605

P60,317 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

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

A modern living room with a curved white sofa, a wooden dining table with chairs, and a large window with curtains.

5. The Flame Tree Estate & Hotel

17.4 km from Pinnawala Zoo

andrew

P11,046

P14,599 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A large, white building with multiple windows and a central courtyard with a pond.

A covered porch with wicker furniture, a mounted deer head, and a potted plant.

A corridor with dining tables and chairs, a chandelier, and windows with curtains.

A four-poster bed with a canopy, a green armchair, a wooden desk, and a large window with curtains.

6. The Grand Walawwa

6.4 km from Pinnawala Zoo

karni

P3,748

P5,131 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

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

A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

7. Athulya Villas

19.3 km from Pinnawala Zoo

Catrin

P5,198

P6,747 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

8. Misty Hills Villa Kadugannawa

17.5 km from Pinnawala Zoo

Layan

P5,263

P6,832 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

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

A four-poster bed with a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and a chair in a room with arched doorways and windows.

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.

9. Jetwing Wahawa Walauwa, A Luxury Reserve

4.8 km from Pinnawala Zoo

Graham

P7,971

P10,346 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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 room with a bean bag chair, a small table, a window with a view of trees, and a shelf with books and a red box.

10. The Fortress Balumgala

15.1 km from Pinnawala Zoo

Joseph

P4,765

P6,185 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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 dining area with a view of lush greenery, wooden furniture, and a pool in the background.

11. Rosyth Estate House

4.2 km from Pinnawala Zoo

P17,166

P20,256 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A circular water feature surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

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

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

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

12. Birds Park Polgahawela

17.2 km from Pinnawala Zoo

Mal

P3,863

P5,061 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

A kitchen with a long wooden bar, stools, a refrigerator, and a hanging pot rack.

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

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

13. The Cloud Resort

15.3 km from Pinnawala Zoo

P4,554

P5,374 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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 pool table in a room with a staircase and a couch.

14. The Tusker's Hideout

16.8 km from Pinnawala Zoo

P3,145

P3,711 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A covered outdoor area with a wooden bench, a table, and potted plants.

15. Asoria Luxe Villa & Retreat

5 km from Pinnawala Zoo

P2,874

P3,392 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern building with a balcony overlooking a mountainous landscape.

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

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

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

16. Rocksana Fortress Yoga & Retreat

5.5 km from Pinnawala Zoo

P2,382

P2,811 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

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

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

17. Homely Stay Balana Kapolla

8.6 km from Pinnawala Zoo

P1,912

P2,256 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern building with a glass facade surrounded by a lush green forest.

A hotel room with three beds, a large window, and a wall with a leafy pattern.

A person leaning on a balcony railing overlooking a mountainous landscape during sunset.

A serene infinity pool with a mountain backdrop, lounge chairs, and a shaded area.

18. Green Acres Leisure Resort

7.8 km from Pinnawala Zoo

P14,057

P16,587 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

A building with a red exterior and a sloped roof.

A balcony with a metal railing overlooking a lush green area with trees.

19. Berghotel Escondite

15.2 km from Pinnawala Zoo

P5,829

P7,565 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A welcome sign for Torophomesetay with a rustic design, including a tree trunk and a number '5787'.

A traditional wooden door, a window with a grid pattern, and a chair in a room with tiled flooring.

A room with a bed under a mosquito net, a wooden door, and a small table with a red candle.

A porch with two wooden chairs and a small table, a large window with decorative woodwork, and a wall-mounted artwork of an elephant tusk.

20. toropi homestay

18.7 km from Pinnawala Zoo

P1,191

P2,835 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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Top Pinnawala Zoo Hotel Reviews

Radisson Hotel Kandy

8/10 Good

"This budget hotel provides good value for money for an exceptional location."

Cassendra Kandy

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay, the rooms are very nice and this was the first place I stayed at in Sri Lanka that had hot water in the shower. Also, I dropped a 5000 rupee bill on the staircase and an employee returned it to me. I will stay here again if I go back to Kandy"

Hotel Elephant Park

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent location to view the elephants in the river at good price. Staff were very attentive, nice pool and great breakfast. 4pm checkin was a bit of a pain, but we understand the reason why. 12pm checkout means you get see the elephants the next morning."

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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Wewaladeniya King's Temple

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Kadugannawa Tea Factory & Sales Center

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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 travelers like for its riverfront. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 8 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Pinnawala Zoo?

Hotel Elephant Park is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler 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 find near Pinnawala Zoo?

Expedia has 8 hotels and other accommodations 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! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "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. The Grand Walawwa

7. Athulya Villas

8. Misty Hills Villa Kadugannawa

9. Jetwing Wahawa Walauwa, A Luxury Reserve

10. The Fortress Balumgala

11. Rosyth Estate House

12. Birds Park Polgahawela

13. The Cloud Resort

14. The Tusker's Hideout

15. Asoria Luxe Villa & Retreat

16. Rocksana Fortress Yoga & Retreat

17. Homely Stay Balana Kapolla

18. Green Acres Leisure Resort

19. Berghotel Escondite

20. toropi homestay

Top Pinnawala Zoo Hotel Reviews

Radisson Hotel Kandy

Cassendra Kandy

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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