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3 stars

Hotel Elephant Bay

Pinnalandawatta, Pinnawala 71100, Sri Lanka
Pinnawala, Sri Lanka
See location+94 772 253 767
From
$36
Cheapest

rate per night

7.8
Good
based on 2790 reviews
2,790 reviews
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Nightly total
Superior room
Deluxe room

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Prices are based on 1 night, not including taxes and fees

Amenities at Hotel Elephant Bay

  • Outdoor pool
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Free parking
  • Business center
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

General

  • Window
  • Family rooms
  • Garden view
  • Lake view
  • Landmark view
  • Lockers
  • Mountain view
  • Pool view
  • Storage available
  • River view
  • Seating area
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Tile/marble floor

Basics

  • Internet
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Adapter
  • Body soap
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Business center
  • Car rental
  • Entertainment staff
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Mini-market on site
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-out
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Safety deposit box
  • Bottle of water

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Additional toilet
  • Bathtub
  • Bidet
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush

Pool and spa

  • Infinity pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Plunge pool
  • Pool towels
  • Pool with a view
  • Massage

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Increased accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Dining area

Dining

  • Grocery deliveries
  • Packed lunches
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Dining table

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • TV

Outdoor

  • Garden
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Grill
  • Balcony

Things to do

  • Bicycle rental
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Cycling
  • Hiking

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free parking
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Iron and ironing board

Family friendly

  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals
  • Playground

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Reviews of Hotel Elephant Bay

7.8
Good
2790 verified ratings
Wonderful
986
Very good
469
Good
574
Okay
242
Fair
233
Mediocre
109
Poor
177

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests loved the hotel's location, especially for viewing elephants, and praised the helpful staff. However, many reviews highlighted significant cleanliness issues and outdated facilities, which detracted from their overall experience.
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Location10 out of 10
Service9 out of 10
Cleanliness2 out of 10
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Wonderful
Ben, Jul 2017
Pros (+) The hotel location is amazing. It wasn't over crowded so you felt like you had a private view of the elephants bathing. The breakfast buffet was really good. The staff was friendly and worked hard to make sure you were comfortable. The price was unbeatable!
Cons (-) No complaints!

Location

Pinnalandawatta, Pinnawala 71100

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Check in anytime after 4:00 PM, check out anytime before 2:00 PM

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Essential information about Hotel Elephant Bay

Low season

March

High season

January

Average price (weeknight)

$37

Average price (weekend night)

$54
Cheapest month to stay with an average 16% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 26% rise in price.
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When to book a room at Hotel Elephant Bay

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Hotel Elephant Bay

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Hotel Elephant Bay, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in March and November.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Hotel Elephant Bay, plan to stay on a Sunday or Wednesday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Hotel Elephant Bay was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $47, while the most expensive was $47.
  • How long should you stay at Hotel Elephant Bay? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.
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FAQs when booking at Hotel Elephant Bay

  • Where is Hotel Elephant Bay located?

    Hotel Elephant Bay is located at Pinnalandawatta, 0.1 miles from the center of Pinnawala.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Hotel Elephant Bay?

    Check-in time is 4:00 PM and check-out time is 2:00 PM at Hotel Elephant Bay.

  • Does Hotel Elephant Bay offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Hotel Elephant Bay offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Hotel Elephant Bay offer free parking?

    Yes, Hotel Elephant Bay offers free parking.

  • How far is Hotel Elephant Bay from the airport?

    Hotel Elephant Bay is 32.1 miles from Hatton Castlereigh Reservoir. Hotel Elephant Bay is 35.4 miles from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl.

  • Does Hotel Elephant Bay have a pool?

    Yes, Hotel Elephant Bay has a pool onsite.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Hotel Elephant Bay hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Hotel Elephant Bay in Pinnawala and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Hotel Elephant Bay and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Hotel Elephant Bay.

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Value for money

7.9

Distance to city center

0.1 mi