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A poolside view with a railing overlooking a river where elephants are present.

Two individuals in a room with a textured wall and a wooden table.

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

A group of elephants in a river with a person sitting on a rock.

1. Hotel Elephant Park

0.7 km from Pinnawala Zoo

Angela

AED 161

AED 192 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A person standing on a balcony overlooking a fenced area with elephants.

A wooden horse sculpture in a covered outdoor area with a concrete floor and a metal roof.

A dining area with a large window, a table with plates and utensils, and a person taking a photo.

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a mirror, two wooden doors, and a curtain.

2. Elepath Lodge - Pinnawala

0.7 km from Pinnawala Zoo

AED 51

AED 61 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A pool with a view of a river and surrounding greenery, a covered outdoor seating area, and a building with a balcony.

A modern hotel room with a wooden floor, a bed with blue bedding, a small seating area, and a ceiling fan.

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.

3. The Elephant Bay - Pinnawala

0.6 km from Pinnawala Zoo

Danielle

AED 314

AED 370 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

4. Ma Oya Retreat

0.9 km from Pinnawala Zoo

AED 2,975

AED 3,546 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A serene poolside view with reflections of palm trees and a sunset.

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

A modern living room with a curved white sofa, a wooden dining table with chairs, and a large window with curtains.

A spacious room with a wooden ceiling, large windows, and a bed with a white bedspread.

5. The Flame Tree Estate & Hotel

17.4 km from Pinnawala Zoo

andrew

AED 611

AED 807 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

An outdoor covered patio with wooden chairs and tables, a wall-mounted deer head, and hanging lanterns.

A lush, green landscape with palm trees and a well-maintained lawn.

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.

6. Athulya Villas

19.3 km from Pinnawala Zoo

Catrin

AED 303

AED 394 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

A pool area with a long rectangular pool, surrounded by a tiled walkway, and a building with multiple windows and balconies in the background.

A covered porch with wicker furniture, a mounted deer head, and a potted plant.

A four-poster bed with a canopy, a green armchair, a wooden desk, and a large window with curtains.

7. The Grand Walawwa

6.4 km from Pinnawala Zoo

karni

AED 220

AED 302 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A person in a swimming pool with a view of mountains and cloudy sky.

A balcony with a table set for breakfast, overlooking a mountainous landscape.

A room with a large window overlooking a rocky landscape and a balcony.

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

8. Misty Hills Villa Kadugannawa

17.5 km from Pinnawala Zoo

Layan

AED 309

AED 402 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 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 room with three windows, a table, and two chairs.

9. Jetwing Wahawa Walauwa, A Luxury Reserve

4.8 km from Pinnawala Zoo

Graham

AED 469

AED 608 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A bedroom with a large bed, a view through a sliding glass door, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A remote house surrounded by dense forest with a clear view of distant mountains.

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.

10. The Fortress Balumgala

15.1 km from Pinnawala Zoo

Joseph

AED 280

AED 364 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern house with a pool, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A spacious living area with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a mountain view.

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

A room with a four-poster bed, wicker chairs, and a view of greenery outside.

11. Rosyth Estate House

4.2 km from Pinnawala Zoo

AED 777

AED 934 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A circular water feature surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

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 modern dining area with a long wooden table and chairs, a stone wall, and a wooden bar counter.

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

12. Birds Park Polgahawela

17.2 km from Pinnawala Zoo

Mal

AED 245

AED 321 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A pool area with wooden beams, chairs, and potted plants.

A pool table in a room with a staircase and a couch.

A room with a window, a wooden bench, and a small table with bottles.

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a painting of leopards, and wall-mounted lights.

13. The Tusker's Hideout

16.8 km from Pinnawala Zoo

AED 170

AED 203 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A room with a large glass door leading to a mountain view.

A modern building with large windows and a covered outdoor area.

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.

14. The Cloud Resort

15.3 km from Pinnawala Zoo

AED 353

AED 418 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A room with a bed, a wooden chair, a small table, and a wall tapestry.

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a staircase, and a ceiling light fixture.

15. Asoria Luxe Villa & Retreat

5 km from Pinnawala Zoo

A modern building with a balcony overlooking a mountainous landscape.

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.

A modern kitchen with a marble countertop, wooden cabinets, and a brick wall.

16. Rocksana Fortress Yoga & Retreat

5.5 km from Pinnawala Zoo

AED 127

AED 153 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A balcony with a metal railing overlooking a lush green area with trees.

A building with a red exterior and a sloped roof.

A rustic, single-story building with a sloped roof, surrounded by dense greenery and trees.

A panoramic view of a mountainous landscape with dense forests and rolling hills.

17. Berghotel Escondite

15.2 km from Pinnawala Zoo

AED 343

AED 445 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A covered corridor with a wooden railing, surrounded by lush green foliage.

A dining area with a long table, red chairs, a laptop, and a vase with flowers.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A living room with patterned sofas and a coffee table.

18. Peradeniya Rest Inn

18.2 km from Pinnawala Zoo

AED 34

AED 45 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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.

A wooden balcony with a view of lush green hills and palm trees.

A white washing machine with a control panel on the top.

19. Homely Stay Balana Kapolla

8.6 km from Pinnawala Zoo

AED 111

AED 132 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A treehouse structure built into a tall tree, surrounded by dense tropical foliage.

A woman dining at a rustic outdoor restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by bamboo structures and a decorative metal fence.

A room with a bed, a small table, a mirror, and a door.

A restaurant interior with wooden tables and stools, bamboo columns, and tiled flooring.

20. Xotic Resort

17.2 km from Pinnawala Zoo

AED 71

AED 86 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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Hotels recommended for families near Pinnawala Zoo

Hotel Elephant Park

Pinnawala

AED 161

AED 192 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

Rosyth Estate House

Pinnawala

AED 777

AED 934 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

Misty Hills Villa Kadugannawa

Udunuwara

AED 309

AED 402 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A balcony with white chairs and potted plants, overlooking a lush green landscape.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a framed artwork on the wall.

A room with two beds, a wooden wardrobe, and a door.

A dining area with a table and chairs, a window with a view of greenery, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.

The Springfields Kandy

Kandy

AED 101

AED 119 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A balcony with outdoor seating, a view of a lush landscape, and a railing.

A pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by lush greenery and hills.

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a fruit basket, and a painting on the wall.

Grand Hills Kandy

Kandy

AED 173

AED 204 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a colorful mural and greenery.

A modern hotel entrance with a dark facade, a visible staircase, and a reception area with a digital tree display.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a rooftop terrace, and a sign indicating it is a Radisson hotel.

A modern reception area with a central desk, large windows, and decorative ceiling lights.

Radisson Hotel Kandy

Kandy

AED 198

AED 266 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern multi-story building with balconies, large windows, and a well-lit interior.

A dining table with a basket of bread, a plate of eggs, vegetables, and a small salad.

A modern room with a mounted TV, a desk with a laptop, and a chair.

A modern interior with a kitchen area, seating, and a large window.

Orbit88 Hotel by AMR

Kandy

AED 149

AED 175 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony, a wooden floor, a sofa, and a patterned dress.

A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

A wooden cabin with a balcony overlooking lush greenery.

A wooden room with a bed, a nightstand, and a painting on the wall.

Kandy Cabana Eco Resort

Weligalla

AED 336

AED 436 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

Top Pinnawala Zoo Hotel Reviews

Grand Serendib Hotel

8/10 Good

"A lovely boutique hotel with clean, comfortable, and well-designed rooms offering great views. The breakfast was excellent, with a good selection of food. However, dinner could be improved. If you opt for the half-board package, you are offered a limited, budget-style menu, while the à la carte menu comes at an additional cost. The dinner buffet is only available when the hotel is fully occupied. The real highlight of this hotel is its incredible staff. Everyone was warm, welcoming, always smiling, and extremely helpful, making our stay all the more enjoyable. Interestingly, this level of friendliness and hospitality seems to be very common across all the hotels we have stayed at so far. Overall, a lovely hotel with wonderful staff, although the dinner arrangements could be more appealing for guests on a half-board package."

Hotel Casamara

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean and comfortable but the only let down was the AC unit didn't work but there had been a power outage during our stay so not sure if related or not. Staff very friendly and welcoming and attentive, would stay here again."

Cassendra Kandy

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent hotel. Staff welcomed me at the car with an umbrella as it was raining, got a cup of coffee while waiting as I arrived slightly early. Very spacious, clean room with beautiful view over the town. Very reasonably priced."

Fox Kandy by Fox Resorts- Luxury in the Mist

10/10 Excellent

"Great staff , very attentive , great food, clean and tidy rooms … Pool, mountain views and ambience are Amazing !!!!"

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!"

Sevana City Hotel Kandy

10/10 Excellent

"Good staff and clean room"

Amaya Hills Kandy

10/10 Excellent

"Great Hotel"

Earl's Regent Kandy

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent location. Room was nice and comfortable. One issue - the wash basin in the bath room did not drain well and there was blockage. As a result there was some smell coming off the bathroom. Shower door did not close well - as a result there was water leakage"

Grand Hills Kandy

10/10 Excellent

"Grand hills kandy a very comfortable, beautiful and stylish boutique hotel kandy with absolutely magnificent views out over the magnificent surrounding middle of the jungle... We were very well looked after by the very helpful staff who provided all that was needed, communication with manger was excellen.The property is on a hill and you can have an amazing view from the balcony overlooking the green mountains and the waterfalls, Food served at the restaurant was tasty. The breakfast buffet spread was huge. excellent location for visiting Kandy. it was a real pleasure to stay here one night was far too short a time and i would love to return. Highly recommended.❤️"

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Uthuwankanda Church

Uthuwankanda Church is just one of the places to see in Uthuwankanda, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Wewaladeniya King's Temple

Wewaladeniya King's Temple is just one of the places to see in Kegalle, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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New Paradise Spice & Herbal Garden

Enjoy an outing to New Paradise Spice & Herbal Garden during your stay in Mawanella. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Kadugannawa Tea Factory & Sales Center

Kadugannawa Tea Factory & Sales Center is just one of the places to see in Kadugannawa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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Lankatilaka Vihara

After visiting Lankatilaka Vihara, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Hiyarapitiya. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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Athugala Rock

Find out about the history of Kurunegala when you spend time at Athugala Rock.

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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 travelers like for its riverfront. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 8 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Pinnawala Zoo?

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

Expedia has 8 hotels and other accommodations 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! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "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. Elepath Lodge - Pinnawala

3. The Elephant Bay - Pinnawala

4. Ma Oya Retreat

5. The Flame Tree Estate & Hotel

6. Athulya Villas

7. The Grand Walawwa

8. Misty Hills Villa Kadugannawa

9. Jetwing Wahawa Walauwa, A Luxury Reserve

10. The Fortress Balumgala

11. Rosyth Estate House

12. Birds Park Polgahawela

13. The Tusker's Hideout

14. The Cloud Resort

15. Asoria Luxe Villa & Retreat

16. Rocksana Fortress Yoga & Retreat

17. Berghotel Escondite

18. Peradeniya Rest Inn

19. Homely Stay Balana Kapolla

20. Xotic Resort

Hotels recommended for families near Pinnawala Zoo

Hotel Elephant Park

Rosyth Estate House

Misty Hills Villa Kadugannawa

The Springfields Kandy

Grand Hills Kandy

Radisson Hotel Kandy

Orbit88 Hotel by AMR

Kandy Cabana Eco Resort

Top Pinnawala Zoo Hotel Reviews

Grand Serendib Hotel

Hotel Casamara

Cassendra Kandy

Fox Kandy by Fox Resorts- Luxury in the Mist

Hotel Elephant Park

Sevana City Hotel Kandy

Amaya Hills Kandy

Earl's Regent Kandy

Grand Hills 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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