Hotel Elephant Bay - World'S Best Place To See The Elephants - Pinnawala (Kegalle)
7.299914, 80.385335Overview
Riverfront hotel in Pinnawala with direct views of elephants bathing from the Ma Oya River
Accommodations and River Views
Hotel Elephant Bay - World's Best Place to See the Elephants offers rooms with large private balconies that overlook the Ma Oya River. Each room includes a flat-screen cable TV and a tea/coffee maker for guest convenience. Premium bedding is provided in all guest rooms to ensure a comfortable rest.
Dining at Ivory Inn Restaurant
The on-site Ivory Inn Restaurant serves international dishes with a buffet breakfast included daily. Guests can also order from a menu at the bar, which offers wine and champagne selections. Room service is available for those who prefer dining in their room.
Wellness and Recreation
Elephant Bay Hotel provides a full range of wellness services, including a spa with full body massage, foot bath, and neck massage treatments. Two outdoor swimming pools are on the property, one with infinity edge and river views. Sun loungers and beach chairs are set on the sun terrace for relaxation.
Family-Friendly Amenities
Hotel Elephant Bay Pinnawala has a children's playground and a separate kids' pool for younger guests. Family rooms are available, and board games or puzzles can be borrowed from the reception. Entertainment staff organize themed dinner nights and walking tours for all ages.
Location and Nearby Activities
Hotel Elephant Bay - World's Best Place to See the Elephants is located 4 km from Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, where elephants bathe twice daily. Guests can rent bicycles from the hotel to explore the area or join guided bike tours. The property is a 70-minute drive from Bandaranaike International Airport and offers easy access to Kandy and Nuwara Eliya.
- Location: 4 km from Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage with daily elephant bathing views from the hotel
- Rooms: River-view rooms with private balconies and premium bedding
- Dining: Ivory Inn Restaurant serving international cuisine with daily buffet breakfast
- Wellness: Spa with full body massage, foot bath, and two outdoor swimming pools
- Family: Children's playground, separate kids' pool, and themed dinner nights
- Activities: Bicycle rental, guided bike tours, hiking, and fishing available
- Transport: Airport shuttle service and car hire on request
Rooms and availability
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Max:4 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed1 Double bed
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
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Max:4 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed1 Single bed
Facilities
Main facilities
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Luggage storage
Locker room
24-hour security
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Paid airport shuttle
Plunge pool
Infinity pool
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Spa & wellness centre
Sports & Fitness
- Cycling
- Badminton
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Grocery shopping service
- Shops/Commercial services
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Dinner
- Packed lunches
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Board games
- Children's menu
- Children's play area
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Infinity pool
- Plunge pool
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa & wellness centre
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Pool with view
Room view
- River view
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Sitting area
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Essential information about Hotel Elephant Bay - World'S Best Place To See The Elephants
| 💵 Lowest room price | 19 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 200 m |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 40.7 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Victoria Reservoir SPB, KDW |
Location
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