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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

Angela

₩61,965

₩73,119 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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

A person standing in water with elephants.

Three elephants standing on a paved area with a building in the background.

2. Elepath Lodge - Pinnawala

0.7 km from Pinnawala Zoo

₩20,716

₩24,445 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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

₩115,663

₩136,482 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

4. Ma Oya Retreat

0.9 km from Pinnawala Zoo

₩1,096,732

₩1,307,215 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

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

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

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.

5. The Flame Tree Estate & Hotel

17.4 km from Pinnawala Zoo

andrew

₩250,788

₩331,472 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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 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.

6. Athulya Villas

19.3 km from Pinnawala Zoo

Catrin

₩112,658

₩146,231 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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

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.

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

7. The Grand Walawwa

6.4 km from Pinnawala Zoo

karni

₩81,226

₩111,203 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

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 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

₩114,067

₩148,059 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

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

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

₩172,742

₩224,221 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

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.

10. The Fortress Balumgala

15.1 km from Pinnawala Zoo

Joseph

₩103,276

₩134,053 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

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

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

11. Rosyth Estate House

4.2 km from Pinnawala Zoo

₩372,036

₩439,002 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A circular water feature surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

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.

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

12. Birds Park Polgahawela

17.2 km from Pinnawala Zoo

Mal

₩83,730

₩109,679 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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

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.

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

13. The Cloud Resort

15.3 km from Pinnawala Zoo

₩98,706

₩116,473 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

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.

14. The Tusker's Hideout

16.8 km from Pinnawala Zoo

₩68,156

₩80,424 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

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

A building with a red exterior and a sloped roof.

15. Berghotel Escondite

15.2 km from Pinnawala Zoo

₩126,320

₩163,963 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

16. Asoria Luxe Villa & Retreat

5 km from Pinnawala Zoo

₩47,504

₩56,055 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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 modern building with a curved roof, situated on a hillside with a panoramic view of the landscape.

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

17. Green Acres Leisure Resort

7.8 km from Pinnawala Zoo

₩304,648

₩359,485 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A modern building with a balcony overlooking a mountainous landscape.

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

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.

18. Rocksana Fortress Yoga & Retreat

5.5 km from Pinnawala Zoo

₩51,619

₩60,911 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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

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

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.

19. Homely Stay Balana Kapolla

8.6 km from Pinnawala Zoo

₩41,432

₩48,890 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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

A living room with patterned sofas and a coffee table.

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

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

20. Peradeniya Rest Inn

18.2 km from Pinnawala Zoo

₩13,953

₩18,277 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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Top Pinnawala Zoo Hotel Reviews

Grand Serendib Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The room was spacious, clean, well-organized, and featured a sleek, modern design. The absolute highlight was the views—simply amazing from everywhere we went, including the room, restaurant, bar, and pool. The buffet breakfast was delicious with plenty of variety. A special shoutout to Pingsara, who provided truly outstanding service, alongside the rest of the friendly and attentive staff. The location is ideal: perched on the hill so it’s easy for cars to access, yet still well within short walking distance of the town center, shops, and restaurants. Highly recommended!"

Cassendra Kandy

10/10 Excellent

"We had a fantastic day at Hotel Cassandra. The staff was exceptionally friendly, professional, and accommodating, with Darshana and Iwantha particularly distinguishing themselves. The rooms were maintained beautifully, stylish, and stunning. The food was delicious and served quickly. We look forward to visiting Hotel Cassandra again on our next holiday."

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!"

Radisson Hotel Kandy

8/10 Good

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

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 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."

Other attractions near Pinnawala Zoo

Uthuwankanda Church

Uthuwankanda Church is just one of the places to see in Uthuwankanda, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Wewaladeniya King's Temple

Wewaladeniya King's Temple is just one of the places to see in Kegalle, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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New Paradise Spice & Herbal Garden

Enjoy an outing to New Paradise Spice & Herbal Garden during your stay in Mawanella. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Kadugannawa Tea Factory & Sales Center

Kadugannawa Tea Factory & Sales Center is just one of the places to see in Kadugannawa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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Lankatilaka Vihara

After visiting Lankatilaka Vihara, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Hiyarapitiya. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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Athugala Rock

Find out about the history of Kurunegala when you spend time at Athugala Rock.

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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. Athulya Villas

7. The Grand Walawwa

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. Berghotel Escondite

16. Asoria Luxe Villa & Retreat

17. Green Acres Leisure Resort

18. Rocksana Fortress Yoga & Retreat

19. Homely Stay Balana Kapolla

20. Peradeniya Rest Inn

Top Pinnawala Zoo Hotel Reviews

Grand Serendib Hotel

Cassendra Kandy

Hotel Elephant Park

Radisson Hotel Kandy

Hotel Casamara

Sevana City Hotel Kandy

Amaya Hills Kandy

Orbit88 Hotel by AMR

The Radh 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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