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

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.

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

₩62,869

₩74,186 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

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

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

A person standing in water with elephants.

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

₩21,018

₩24,796 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

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.

3. The Elephant Bay - Pinnawala

0.6 km from Pinnawala Zoo

Danielle

₩117,351

₩138,474 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

4. Ma Oya Retreat

0.9 km from Pinnawala Zoo

₩1,112,737

₩1,326,291 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

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

5. The Flame Tree Estate & Hotel

17.4 km from Pinnawala Zoo

andrew

₩242,878

₩321,016 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

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

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

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

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

6. The Grand Walawwa

6.4 km from Pinnawala Zoo

karni

₩82,411

₩112,826 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

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.

7. Athulya Villas

19.3 km from Pinnawala Zoo

Catrin

₩114,303

₩148,365 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

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

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

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

8. Jetwing Wahawa Walauwa, A Luxury Reserve

4.8 km from Pinnawala Zoo

Graham

₩175,263

₩227,493 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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 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.

9. The Fortress Balumgala

15.1 km from Pinnawala Zoo

Joseph

₩104,782

₩136,007 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

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

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

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

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

10. Rosyth Estate House

4.2 km from Pinnawala Zoo

₩377,465

₩445,409 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A circular water feature surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

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.

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

₩84,951

₩111,279 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

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

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.

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

12. The Cloud Resort

15.3 km from Pinnawala Zoo

₩100,147

₩118,173 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

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

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

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

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

13. The Tusker's Hideout

16.8 km from Pinnawala Zoo

₩69,151

₩81,598 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

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.

14. Rocksana Fortress Yoga & Retreat

5.5 km from Pinnawala Zoo

₩52,373

₩61,800 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a chair, a bedside table, and a wall tapestry.

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a staircase, and a ceiling light fixture.

15. Asoria Luxe Villa & Retreat

5 km from Pinnawala Zoo

₩10,463

₩12,346 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

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 view from a wooden balcony with a wooden railing, overlooking a lush landscape with a prominent tree and hills in the distance.

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

16. Homely Stay Balana Kapolla

8.6 km from Pinnawala Zoo

₩42,037

₩49,604 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

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

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

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

A bar area with a counter, stools, and shelves of bottles.

17. Green Acres Leisure Resort

7.8 km from Pinnawala Zoo

₩309,094

₩364,731 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

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

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

18. Berghotel Escondite

15.2 km from Pinnawala Zoo

₩128,163

₩166,355 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

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

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.

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

19. toropi homestay

18.7 km from Pinnawala Zoo

₩26,197

₩62,340 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A table with a tea set and pastries, a tiered stand with desserts, and a vase with a flower, set against a scenic view.

A bedroom with a wooden floor, a bed with white bedding, two bedside lamps, a ceiling fan, a mirror, and a view into another room.

A large, two-story house with a balcony and a covered entrance area, surrounded by trees and a gravel driveway.

A spacious living room with a wooden floor, a round table with a vase, a sofa, and a chair.

20. Mount Frenion Manor by Seven Angels

19.1 km from Pinnawala Zoo

₩131,152

₩170,249 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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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."

The Flame Tree Estate & Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"evverything"

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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. 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. Jetwing Wahawa Walauwa, A Luxury Reserve

9. The Fortress Balumgala

10. Rosyth Estate House

11. Birds Park Polgahawela

12. The Cloud Resort

13. The Tusker's Hideout

14. Rocksana Fortress Yoga & Retreat

15. Asoria Luxe Villa & Retreat

16. Homely Stay Balana Kapolla

17. Green Acres Leisure Resort

18. Berghotel Escondite

19. toropi homestay

20. Mount Frenion Manor by Seven Angels

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

The Flame Tree Estate & Hotel

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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