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

1. Hotel Elephant Park

0.4 mi from Pinnawala Zoo

Angela

£37

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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

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

2. The Elephant Bay - Pinnawala

0.4 mi from Pinnawala Zoo

Danielle

£68

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

3. Ma Oya Retreat

0.6 mi from Pinnawala Zoo

£667

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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

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

4. The Flame Tree Estate & Hotel

10.8 mi from Pinnawala Zoo

andrew

£184

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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 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.

5. Athulya Villas

12 mi from Pinnawala Zoo

Catrin

£77

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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.

A corridor with dining tables and chairs, a chandelier, and windows with curtains.

6. The Grand Walawwa

4 mi from Pinnawala Zoo

karni

£62

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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

7. Misty Hills Villa Kadugannawa

10.8 mi from Pinnawala Zoo

Layan

£77

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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

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.

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

3 mi from Pinnawala Zoo

Graham

£124

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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

9.4 mi from Pinnawala Zoo

Joseph

£75

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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 modern building with large glass windows, surrounded by lush greenery.

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

10. Rosyth Estate House

2.6 mi from Pinnawala Zoo

£238

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A circular water feature surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

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

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.

11. Birds Park Polgahawela

10.7 mi from Pinnawala Zoo

Mal

£57

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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 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.

12. The Tusker's Hideout

10.4 mi from Pinnawala Zoo

£43

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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 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

9.5 mi from Pinnawala Zoo

£58

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

14. Asoria Luxe Villa & Retreat

3.1 mi from Pinnawala Zoo

£31

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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

15. Rocksana Fortress Yoga & Retreat

3.4 mi from Pinnawala Zoo

£31

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A modern building with a glass facade surrounded by a lush green forest.

A person leaning on a balcony railing overlooking a mountainous landscape during sunset.

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

A hotel room with three beds, a large window, and a wall with a leafy pattern.

16. Green Acres Leisure Resort

4.8 mi from Pinnawala Zoo

£197

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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 hotel room with a bed, a wall-mounted tree decoration, and a curtain.

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

17. Homely Stay Balana Kapolla

5.3 mi from Pinnawala Zoo

£24

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

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.

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

18. toropi homestay

11.6 mi from Pinnawala Zoo

£34

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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 bed with a canopy, pillows, and a towel.

19. Xotic Resort

10.7 mi from Pinnawala Zoo

£16

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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.

20. Elephant Lovers Inn

2.4 mi from Pinnawala Zoo

£1,442

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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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 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."

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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 travellers like for its riverfront. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 8 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Pinnawala Zoo?

Hotel Elephant Park is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller 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 be able to find near Pinnawala Zoo?

Expedia has 8 hotels and other accommodation options 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! Most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "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. The Elephant Bay - Pinnawala

3. Ma Oya Retreat

4. The Flame Tree Estate & Hotel

5. Athulya Villas

6. The Grand Walawwa

7. Misty Hills Villa Kadugannawa

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. The Cloud Resort

14. Asoria Luxe Villa & Retreat

15. Rocksana Fortress Yoga & Retreat

16. Green Acres Leisure Resort

17. Homely Stay Balana Kapolla

18. toropi homestay

19. Xotic Resort

20. Elephant Lovers 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 Trees 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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