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

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.

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

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

1. Hotel Elephant Park

0.7 km from Pinnawala Zoo

Sanjeewa

₩61,398

₩72,450 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

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

2. The Elephant Bay - Pinnawala

0.6 km from Pinnawala Zoo

Danielle

₩98,238

₩115,921 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

3. Ma Oya Retreat

0.9 km from Pinnawala Zoo

₩1,086,696

₩1,295,253 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

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

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

4. The Flame Tree Estate & Hotel

17.4 km from Pinnawala Zoo

andrew

₩153,479

₩202,850 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

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 pool area with a long rectangular pool, surrounded by a tiled walkway, and a building with multiple windows and balconies in the background.

5. The Grand Walawwa

6.4 km from Pinnawala Zoo

karni

₩86,439

₩118,329 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

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

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

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.

6. Misty Hills Villa Kadugannawa

17.5 km from Pinnawala Zoo

Layan

₩113,023

₩146,703 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

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

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

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.

7. Athulya Villas

19.3 km from Pinnawala Zoo

Catrin

₩111,628

₩144,893 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

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

₩171,161

₩222,169 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

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

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

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

9. The Fortress Balumgala

15.1 km from Pinnawala Zoo

Joseph

₩102,331

₩132,825 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

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

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

₩368,632

₩434,986 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A circular water feature surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

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

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a balcony with a table and chairs, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

11. Birds Park Polgahawela

17.2 km from Pinnawala Zoo

Mal

₩82,963

₩108,673 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

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

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

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

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

12. The Tusker's Hideout

16.8 km from Pinnawala Zoo

₩67,532

₩79,688 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A modern building with a balcony overlooking a mountainous landscape.

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

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.

13. Rocksana Fortress Yoga & Retreat

5.5 km from Pinnawala Zoo

₩51,147

₩60,353 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a balcony with a view of the sea.

A modern hotel room with a balcony, a sliding door, a small kitchenette, and a dining area.

A table set with a tea set and a tiered dessert stand on a balcony overlooking a mountainous landscape.

A modern building with a pool at dusk, overlooking a mountainous landscape.

14. Green Acres Leisure Resort

7.8 km from Pinnawala Zoo

₩301,860

₩356,195 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

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.

15. Homely Stay Balana Kapolla

8.6 km from Pinnawala Zoo

₩41,053

₩48,445 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

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

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

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

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

16. The Cloud Resort

15.3 km from Pinnawala Zoo

₩97,803

₩115,407 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

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.

A building with a red exterior and a sloped roof.

17. Berghotel Escondite

15.2 km from Pinnawala Zoo

₩125,163

₩162,461 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A building with a sign reading "ELEPHANT LOVERS".

A cozy inn with a warm exterior, a welcoming entrance, and a small outdoor seating area.

A lush garden with a tree bearing red fruits, a woven structure, and a pile of coconuts.

A room with a bed, a small table, a window with blinds, and a wall-mounted sign.

18. Elephant Lovers Inn

3.8 km from Pinnawala Zoo

₩2,173,392

₩2,564,603 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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

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

A restaurant interior with wooden tables and stools, bamboo columns, and tiled flooring.

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.

19. Xotic Resort

17.2 km from Pinnawala Zoo

₩27,167

₩32,057 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

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

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

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

20. toropi homestay

18.7 km from Pinnawala Zoo

₩25,584

₩60,882 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

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Top Pinnawala Zoo Hotel Reviews

Cassendra Kandy

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel exceeded my expectations, especially for the price. The rooms were spacious and very clean, and the bathrooms were also well maintained. Overall, it was a very comfortable and pleasant stay. The staff was friendly, welcoming, and very helpful throughout our stay. Imantha at the reception was particularly friendly and helpful, and made us feel very welcome. I would definitely stay here again and would happily recommend this hotel to others."

Radisson Hotel Kandy

10/10 Excellent

"Stayed 1 night in August, wish it had been longer. Lovely hotel overlooking the lake, a really nice setting. Food at the restaurant was very good, and the rooftop swimming pool was perfect for unwinding in the evening after a long day of sightseeing. Would happily stay again, ideally for longer next time."

Hotel Casamara

8/10 Good

"Common parts well maintained although r"

Grand Serendib Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Honestly, I can't fault this joint. The staff are incredible, the views are as good as it gets, the shower is amazing. 5/5, would do again."

Sevana City Hotel Kandy

10/10 Excellent

"Good staff and clean room"

Amaya Hills Kandy

10/10 Excellent

"Great Hotel"

The Radh Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The staff went above and beyond to welcome us. When I thought I'd lost my passport they were ready to help in whatever way they could. The breakfast and dinner were terrific. In addition to all the traditional breakfast items there was a wide assortment of local dishes. We sampled as many as we could. The pool was lovey, the gym was clean and the hot tub was delightful. We made it to the nightclub and danced to the DJ who started at 6pm. We went at 8pm and had the dance floor to ourselves. We had an issue with some guests two rooms down from us that were very loud at 3am. I informed the staff and it ended about 15 minutes later."

The Flame Tree Estate & Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"evverything"

Galkotuwa Estate

10/10 Excellent

"We had a lovely stay! Host Anu was very helpful and his wife made us a special Sri Lankan drink. A peaceful haven with a beautiful view. "

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Wewaladeniya King's Temple

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Kadugannawa Tea Factory & Sales Center

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Lankatilaka Vihara

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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.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Pinnawala Zoo?

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Our top choices for Pinnawala Zoo hotels

1. Hotel Elephant Park

2. The Elephant Bay - Pinnawala

3. Ma Oya Retreat

4. The Flame Tree Estate & Hotel

5. The Grand Walawwa

6. Misty Hills Villa Kadugannawa

7. Athulya Villas

8. Jetwing Wahawa Walauwa, A Luxury Reserve

9. The Fortress Balumgala

10. Rosyth Estate House

11. Birds Park Polgahawela

12. The Tusker's Hideout

13. Rocksana Fortress Yoga & Retreat

14. Green Acres Leisure Resort

15. Homely Stay Balana Kapolla

16. The Cloud Resort

17. Berghotel Escondite

18. Elephant Lovers Inn

19. Xotic Resort

20. toropi homestay

Top Pinnawala Zoo Hotel Reviews

Cassendra Kandy

Radisson Hotel Kandy

Hotel Casamara

Grand Serendib Hotel

Sevana City Hotel Kandy

Amaya Hills Kandy

The Radh Hotel

The Flame Tree Estate & Hotel

Galkotuwa Estate

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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