Hotel Elephant Bay - World'S Best Place To See The Elephants - Pinnawala (Kegalle)

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Hotel Elephant Bay - World'S Best Place To See The Elephants - Pinnawala (Kegalle)
Pinnawala,, Pinnawala (Kegalle), Sri Lanka, 71100·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.0Great
Highest Rated
Free WiFi9.2
Location9.2
Staff8.6
Value for money8.0
Lowest Rated
Cleanliness7.9
Facilities7.9
Comfort7.8
Who stays here
Couples47%
Families29%
Groups17%
Solo6%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.0Great
Highest Rated
Free WiFi9.2
Location9.2
Staff8.6
Value for money8.0
Lowest Rated
Cleanliness7.9
Facilities7.9
Comfort7.8
Who stays here
Couples47%
Families29%
Groups17%
Solo6%

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
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 16:00-23:59
until 14:00
Amenities
Public parking is possible on site for free.
Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.
Other information
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of US$10 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
Hindi, Tamil
Building
Year renovated:2007
Number of floors:4
Number of rooms:29
Former name
hotel elephant bay -enjoy a delicious breakfast with our exclusive offer!"
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Rooms and availability

King Room
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed1 Double bed
Triple Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
Superior Double Room
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed1 Single bed
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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in public areas

Free parking
Luggage storage

Luggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Swimming pool

Plunge pool

Infinity pool

Spa and relaxation

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
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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

Pinnawala,, Pinnawala (Kegalle), Sri Lanka, 71100
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Pinnawala,, Pinnawala (Kegalle), Sri Lanka, 71100
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Pinnawala,, Pinnawala (Kegalle), Sri Lanka, 71100
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Kegalle - Rambukkana Rd
Pinnawala Open Zoo
560 m
Elephant bathing road
Pinnawala Handicrafts Emporium
560 m
Rambukkana
Iparanigama Theme Park
560 m
Restaurant
Hotel Elephant View Restaurant
190 m

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