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Pinnalanda Hotel offers free Wi-Fi access is available throughout the property. Surrounded by lush greenery, the hotel is a 1-hour drive from the Kandy. Colombo City is a 2-hour drive away while Bandaranaike International Airport is 35 mi away. Airport shuttle services can be arranged at a surcharge. Enjoying tranquil river views, each room will provide you with a flat-screen TV, mini-bar and air conditioning. There is also an private bathroom with hot-water showers. Pinnalanda Hotel offers a tour desk and meeting/banquet facilities. Enjoy views of the elephants bathing as you relax with a cup of coffee. Overlooking the stunning Ma Oya River, the on-site restaurant serves various Sri Lankan and Western meals. Room service options are possible as well.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free private parking available at the hotel


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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.3
Cleanliness
8.2
Comfort
8.3
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.5
Free Wifi
8.8
High score for Pinnawala
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Waruna
    Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
    Best Place to see elephant bathing from your balcony. They come close to us. We can see elephant bathing from the swimming pool and the restaurant area also. Breakfast and dinner were fantastic and delicious. Friendly and helpful staff.
  • Youstina
    Egypt Egypt
    Everything, rooms were super clean, tidy and comfortable. It was very spacious. The view is spectacular, you open the curtain or the door and elephants are batting right outside! Staff were extra friendly and very helpful. There are private...
  • Michelle
    Latvia Latvia
    Brilliant location. No need to go anywhere else to see elephants
  • Xyla
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    staff are friendly and accommodating. everything was perfect!
  • Andrei
    Russia Russia
    location is the best in this town. Twice a day you can see elephants bathing. Some of the staff are really helpful and nice.
  • Vince
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    affordable if you’re not planning for a night l to see elephants, get the river view as you’ll see them come in the morning during breakfast time for bathing and around afternoon before leaving at 4pm
  • Yasmin
    United States of America United States of America
    The views are amazing and the place vibes is unique to wake up and see the elephants bathing. the Staff were very helpful and lovely. Fahim was really kind to make sure that I have a comfortable stay. Breakfast was delicious and there were many...
  • Rachael
    Australia Australia
    Such a beautiful spot on the river. The elephants come through at about 8.30-11am right past the hotel. Just outside our bedroom they were all there in the river being bathed and was amazing to sit on the balcony and watch them away from the...
  • Erika
    Slovakia Slovakia
    Super nice place! Beautiful views to elephants every day, also pool with the view. Tasty breakfast with various of choises. Friendly and helpfull hotel crew. I would definitely reccomend this hotel :)
  • Alex
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It was a very luxurious hotel with a great pool and good rooms. We enjoyed the breakfast buffet and watching the elephants whilst we ate it. We got a taxi arranged by the hotel to our next location and we were lucky enough to get Kavee as our...

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1

    No additional info available

Amenities of Hotel Pinnalanda - NEW DEAL! Half Off Airport Pickups Available
Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • River view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Transportation
    • Public transit tickets
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/out
    • ATM on site
    • Tour desk
    • Currency exchange
    • Express check-in/out
      Additional charge
    • 24-hour front desk
    Cleaning Services
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Business Facilities
    • Meeting/Banquet facilities
      Additional charge
    General
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Air conditioning
    • Tile/Marble floor
    • Car rental
    • Packed lunches
    • Family rooms
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Room service
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Infinity pool
    • Pool/Beach towels
    Spa
    • Kids' pool
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules
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    Check-in
    From 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM
    Check-out
    From 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
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    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 5 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
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    FAQs about Hotel Pinnalanda - NEW DEAL! Half Off Airport Pickups Available

    • The prices at Hotel Pinnalanda - NEW DEAL! Half Off Airport Pickups Available may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Yes, Hotel Pinnalanda - NEW DEAL! Half Off Airport Pickups Available is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Room options at Hotel Pinnalanda - NEW DEAL! Half Off Airport Pickups Available include:

      • Triple
      • Twin/Double
    • Hotel Pinnalanda - NEW DEAL! Half Off Airport Pickups Available is 1,800 feet from the center of Pinnawala. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Hotel Pinnalanda - NEW DEAL! Half Off Airport Pickups Available offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Swimming pool
    • Check-in at Hotel Pinnalanda - NEW DEAL! Half Off Airport Pickups Available is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • Hotel Pinnalanda - NEW DEAL! Half Off Airport Pickups Available has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant #1