Hotel Elephant Bay

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Scored 8
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.3

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About this property

Located in the heart of Pinnawala, Hotel Elephant Bay provides rooms with large private balconies and spectacular views over Ma Oya River. Rooms are bright and airy, with simple décor and furnishings. They feature a flat-screen cable TV, a tea/coffee maker and private bathroom facilities. Guests can enjoy leisurely strolls in the tropical garden or make use of the hotel’s sun terrace. The Elephant Bay Hotel offers bicycle rental facilities for guests’ convenience. Various activities like hiking and fishing are available. Ivory Inn Restaurant serves international dishes. Room service is provided. The Elephant Bay Hotel is a 70-minute drive from Bandaranaike International Airport and a 2-hour drive from Colombo. It is an easy drive to cities like Kandy and Nuwara Eliya.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

  • Top pick by families with children

Rooms with:

  • River view

  • Mountain view

  • Garden view

  • Landmark view

  • Lake view

Free parking available at the hotel

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Superior Single Room with River View
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  • 1 single bed
409 feet²
Balcony
Lake view
Garden view
Mountain view
Landmark view
River view
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Bidet
  • Toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Ironing facilities
  • Satellite channels
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Hairdryer
  • Fan
  • Additional toilet
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Electric kettle
  • Tumble dryer
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$32 per night
Price US$104
Included: 10 % Service charge
  • Total cost to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$36 per night
Price US$119
Included: 10 % Service charge
  • Fabulous breakfast included
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
Max adults: 1 <br> Max children: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$45 per night
Price US$149
Included: 10 % Service charge
  • Total cost to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
Max adults: 1 <br> Max children: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$50 per night
Price US$163
Included: 10 % Service charge
  • Fabulous breakfast included
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Imasha
    Sweden Sweden
    “I had a wonderful experience at this hotel. The *front office staff* were very friendly and professional, always ready to help with a smile. The housekeeping team did an excellent job keeping the room spotless throughout my stay. Everything was...”
  • Imasha
    Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
    “I met a very helpful and friendly staff. I recommend this place for a good holiday.”
  • Uthpala
    Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
    “Good value for maney.perfect view.rooms are very clean.”
  • Hanka
    Czech Republic Czech Republic
    “Good value for money, perfect view on the river And bathing elephants.”
  • Bandara
    Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
    “Very beautiful hotel. View is amazing. Rooms are very clean and perfect. And also foods are good. Staff is very friendly.”
  • Imasha
    Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
    “A very beautiful and captivating place. I also recommend it as a great place to relax and find peace of mind. Speaking of the food, we enjoyed some truly delicious meals. Honestly, I am very happy.We were given a very clean and well-maintained...”
  • Jude
    Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
    “Breakfast good . Rooms are clean and nice view. Staff are kind and very helpfull”
  • Carmel
    Australia Australia
    “We booked this hotel last minute as a surprise for our friend who loves elephants. To sit in the pool all day or up on the balcony with a beverage or having a bite to eat while watching these magnificent creatures bathing just there was unreal. An...”
  • Gamlath
    Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
    “We had a wonderful stay at Hotel Elephant Bay! The view of the river and elephants was absolutely breathtaking, and the atmosphere was so peaceful. The staff were very friendly and helpful, the rooms were spacious and comfortable, and the food was...”
  • Юлиана
    Norway Norway
    “Excellent, spacious room with an unforgettable view. Excellent service.”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Ivory Inn
    • Cuisine
      American • Asian
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegan

House rules

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From 16:00
Check-out
Until 14:00
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Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 16 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

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No age restriction
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Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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