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

1. Hotel Elephant Park

0.7 km from Pinnawala Zoo

￥6,584

￥7,886 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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

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

A person standing in water with elephants.

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

2. Elepath Lodge - Pinnawala

0.7 km from Pinnawala Zoo

￥2,225

￥2,660 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

￥13,504

￥15,935 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

4. Ma Oya Retreat

0.9 km from Pinnawala Zoo

￥126,622

￥153,927 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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

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

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

￥27,687

￥36,595 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

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

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

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

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

￥12,101

￥16,021 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

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

A room with a large window overlooking a rocky landscape and a balcony.

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.

7. Misty Hills Villa Kadugannawa

17.5 km from Pinnawala Zoo

Layan

￥13,317

￥17,286 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

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

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

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.

8. Jetwing Wahawa Walauwa, A Luxury Reserve

4.8 km from Pinnawala Zoo

Graham

￥20,168

￥26,178 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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.

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

￥12,057

￥15,650 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

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

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

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

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

10. The Cloud Resort

15.3 km from Pinnawala Zoo

￥14,598

￥17,364 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

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

11. Berghotel Escondite

15.2 km from Pinnawala Zoo

￥12,683

￥17,078 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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.

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

12. The Tusker's Hideout

16.8 km from Pinnawala Zoo

￥7,639

￥9,071 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

13. Asoria Luxe Villa & Retreat

5 km from Pinnawala Zoo

￥5,548

￥6,547 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

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

A living room with patterned sofas and a coffee table.

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

A dining area with a long table, red chairs, a laptop, and a vase with flowers.

14. Peradeniya Rest Inn

18.2 km from Pinnawala Zoo

￥1,467

￥1,922 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

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

A well-lit living room with a television, a dining table with a fruit basket, and a bookshelf.

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.

15. Captain's Bungalow

18.5 km from Pinnawala Zoo

￥9,987

￥13,801 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

A modern building with a balcony overlooking a mountainous landscape.

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

A modern building with a brick facade, large windows, and a blue outdoor seating area.

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

16. Rocksana Fortress Yoga & Retreat

5.5 km from Pinnawala Zoo

￥5,182

￥6,267 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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

A view from a wooden balcony with a wooden railing, overlooking a lush landscape with a prominent tree and hills 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

￥4,305

￥5,176 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

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.

18. GODDESS

18.3 km from Pinnawala Zoo

￥14,469

￥17,073 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

A two-story building with a balcony, arched windows, and a covered entrance.

A bed with a canopy, pillows, and a towel.

A traditional wooden sofa set with intricate carvings, a matching armchair, and a small wooden coffee table in a room with wooden shelving and a decorative mirror.

A woman dining at a rustic outdoor restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by bamboo structures and a decorative metal fence.

19. Xotic Resort

17.2 km from Pinnawala Zoo

￥3,166

￥3,806 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

A man seated at a table with various food items and condiments, a smartphone, and a bottle of water.

20. toropi homestay

18.7 km from Pinnawala Zoo

￥3,015

￥7,175 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

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Top Pinnawala Zoo Hotel Reviews

Radisson Hotel Kandy

10/10 Excellent

"My parents were at Raddison and had the most memorable experience at the hotel! The trip was planned for my mums birthday and she had the best time ever! My parents vouched that the food was flavourful and delicious! The small birthday arrangements were extremely thoughtful and special! The rooms were really nice and modern! Thank you so much for remarkable hospitality!"

Grand Serendib Hotel

8/10 Good

"It was a decent city hotel, it didn’t feel 5* at international standards but it was a good for one night and close to all the city activities."

Cassendra Kandy

8/10 Good

"I initially had some issues with this facility, with the room and bathroom cleanliness. However, management rectified it and the remainder of my stay went smoothly. Property is somewhat dated. The replacement room was orderly. Good location, staff were attentive and polite. As far as a hotel rating goes, it is about a 2-2.5 star facility. The breakfast buffet is planned based on guest nationality, when I tried it, it was mainly an Indian breakfast, but I found items I liked to eat! Lack of an elevator has to be disclosed IMO for safety of the guests and disabled guests. Food choices can be limited based on occupancy, primarily for Lunch and Dinner. There are many eateries in the city of Kandy nearby and they are easy to get to."

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 !!!!"

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"

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 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. Athulya Villas

7. Misty Hills Villa Kadugannawa

8. Jetwing Wahawa Walauwa, A Luxury Reserve

9. The Fortress Balumgala

10. The Cloud Resort

11. Berghotel Escondite

12. The Tusker's Hideout

13. Asoria Luxe Villa & Retreat

14. Peradeniya Rest Inn

15. Captain's Bungalow

16. Rocksana Fortress Yoga & Retreat

17. Homely Stay Balana Kapolla

18. GODDESS

19. Xotic Resort

20. toropi homestay

Top Pinnawala Zoo Hotel Reviews

Radisson Hotel Kandy

Grand Serendib Hotel

Cassendra Kandy

Fox Kandy by Fox Resorts- Luxury in the Mist

Hotel Elephant Park

Hotel Casamara

Sevana City Hotel Kandy

Amaya Hills 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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