Title: Hotel Elephant Lobby Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Hotel Elephant Lobby Family-friendly hotel with rooftop terrace and 24-hour front desk ![International cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26830000/26827000/26826906/d61997da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Basic Room | In-room safe, desk, rollaway beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26830000/26827000/26826906/422e6321.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26830000/26827000/26826906/9618fa88.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26830000/26827000/26826906/27115bee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Basic Double or Twin Room, Mountain View | Mountain view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26830000/26827000/26826906/9a75207d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Near the famous Pinnawala Zoo, Hotel Elephant Lobby offers a family-friendly retreat. Enjoy horseback riding or cycling on site, then relax at the rooftop terrace or in the garden with international cuisine from Restaurant and convenient dry cleaning/laundry services nearby. 8.0 Very good ## Popular amenities - Bar - Breakfast available - All-inclusive - Room service - Air conditioning - Pet-friendly ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 6 - Oct 7](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=26826906&PinnedHotelID=26826906&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=26826906&PinnedHotelID=26826906&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 7 - Oct 8](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-07&endDate=2025-10-08&selected=26826906&PinnedHotelID=26826906&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-07&endDate=2025-10-08&selected=26826906&PinnedHotelID=26826906&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 10 - Oct 12](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=26826906&PinnedHotelID=26826906&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=26826906&PinnedHotelID=26826906&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct 17 - Oct 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=26826906&PinnedHotelID=26826906&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=26826906&PinnedHotelID=26826906&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPinnawala-Hotels-Hotel-Elephant-Lobby.h26826906.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPinnawala-Hotels-Hotel-Elephant-Lobby.h26826906.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C7.30177%2C80.38722&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=zOmpwq9x0ZBSX_dTC_giIkZDJOw=) Pinnawala, Rambukkana, SG, 71100 #### What's nearby - Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles - Pinnawala Zoo - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles - Uthuwankanda Church - 18 min drive - 8.4 miles - New Paradise Spice & Herbal Garden - 19 min drive - 8.6 miles - Kadugannawa Tea Factory & Sales Center - 31 min drive - 15.3 miles #### Getting around - Kandy Railway Station - 43 min drive - Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) - 142 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Kfc - ‬18 min drive - ‪Cafe 70 - ‬18 min drive - ‪Kopi Ceylon Coffee - ‬8 min drive - ‪Paradise Of Food - ‬4 min walk - ‪Ambasewana Hotel - ‬13 min drive ## About this property ### Hotel Elephant Lobby Family-friendly hotel near Pinnawala Zoo Located close to Uthuwankanda Church and Wewaladeniya King's Temple, Hotel Elephant Lobby provides a rooftop terrace, a shopping centre on-site and a coffee shop/cafe. Active travellers can enjoy amenities, such as horse riding and cycling, at this hotel. The on-site restaurant, Restaurant, features international cuisine. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. You'll also find perks such as: - Free self-parking - English breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) - Tour/ticket information, barbecues and luggage storage Room features All guest rooms at Hotel Elephant Lobby have thoughtful touches, such as 24-hour room service and fireplaces, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and air conditioning. More amenities include: - Bathrooms with showers - On-request microwaves, childcare services and cable channels ### All-inclusive details All-inclusive room rates at Hotel Elephant Lobby are available. These rates are higher because they include on-site food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply). ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5300000/5294300/5294261/0567f651.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Elephant Park Rambukkana - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 8.0 Very good 67 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=5294261&PinnedHotelID=5294261&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge) - Free uncovered self parking on site - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Food and drink - Daily English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 3 to 10 for adults and USD 3 to 9 for children - A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant - Couples/private dining - Snack bar/deli ### Restaurants on site - Restaurant ### Things to do - Bicycle rentals - Designer stores - Horseback riding/rentals - Shopping centre ### Family friendly - Free babysitting - Free supervised activities for children - Laundry facilities - Microwave on request - Refrigerator on request - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) - Separate bedroom - Snack bar/deli ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Free newspapers in lobby - Laundry facilities - Lockers - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk - Vending machine ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - Business centre - Conference space ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - In the mountains - Picnic area - Rooftop terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Bathroom emergency pull cord - Braille/raised signage - Grab bar near toilet - Lift - Low-height counter and sink - Raised toilet seat - Smooth flooring in public areas - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel ### More - 1 building - 2 floors - Banquet hall - Mosquito nets - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) ### Bathroom - Private bathroom - Shower ### Entertainment - Cable channels ### Food and drink - 24-hour room service - Coffee/tea maker - Free bottled water - Microwave on request - Refrigerator on request ### More - Air conditioning (climate-controlled) - Ceiling fan - Desk - Fireplace - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 8:00 AM; check-in end time: anytime Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 12:30 PM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets stay for free Food and water bowls are available ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 8.0 per night. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for English breakfast: approximately USD 3 to 10 for adults and USD 3 to 9 for children - Airport shuttle fee: USD 65.00 per vehicle (return) - Rollaway bed fee: USD 8.0 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Hotel Elephant Lobby Pinnawala Elephant Lobby Pinnawala Hotel Elephant Lobby Rambukkana Elephant Lobby Rambukkana Hotel Hotel Elephant Lobby Rambukkana Rambukkana Hotel Elephant Lobby Hotel Elephant Lobby Hotel Hotel Elephant Lobby Elephant Lobby Rambukkana Hotel Elephant Lobby Hotel Hotel Elephant Lobby Rambukkana Hotel Elephant Lobby Hotel Rambukkana ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Hotel Elephant Lobby pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Hotel Elephant Lobby? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Hotel Elephant Lobby? > Check-in start time: 8:00 AM; check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at Hotel Elephant Lobby? > Checkout is at 12:30 PM. ### Does Hotel Elephant Lobby provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 65.00 per vehicle applies. ### Are there all-inclusive benefits at Hotel Elephant Lobby? > Some rate plans available at this hotel are all-inclusive. ### Where is Hotel Elephant Lobby located? > This family-friendly Pinnawala hotel is located in the mountains, 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Pinnawala Zoo, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Wewaladeniya King's Temple and Uthuwankanda Church. New Paradise Spice & Herbal Garden and Alagalla Mountain are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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