Hotel Elephant Bay | Hotel in Pinnawala, Sri Lanka

| 8.1 (1761 Reviews) |  6 Bathrooms  34 Guests
Pinnawala Hotel | Hotel Elephant Bay

Hotel with TV, Sports and Laundry

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.

Hotel Elephant Bay is located in Pinnawala.

This 29 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Restaurant, Bar, Child Friendly, and several others. This is a 4 star rated property and has over 1761 reviews with the average score of 8.1 . Coming to Pinnawala and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 29 Bedrooms Hotel if you want to learn more about this Casai place in Pinnawala. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Hotel Elephant Bay in Pinnawala is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Hotel Elephant Bay”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Hotel, please let us know.

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Pinnawala, , Pinnawala, 71100, Sri Lanka

Amenities

Air ConditionerAir Conditioner
ParkingParking
PoolPool
Designated Smoking AreaDesignated Smoking Area
TVTV
ViewView
Wheelchair AccessibleWheelchair Accessible
Ocean ViewOcean View
Balcony/TerraceBalcony/Terrace
OceanfrontOceanfront
AccessibilityAccessibility
Transportation/ShuttleTransportation/Shuttle
Security/SafetySecurity/Safety
Business ServicesBusiness Services
Sports/ActivitiesSports/Activities
Wellness FacilitiesWellness Facilities
SpaSpa
RestaurantRestaurant
BarBar
Guest ServicesGuest Services
EntertainmentEntertainment
BreakfastBreakfast
Barbecue/Outdoor CookingBarbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child FriendlyChild Friendly
InternetInternet
LaundryLaundry

Facility Overview

BreakfastBreakfast
  • RestaurantRestaurant
  • FruitFruit
  • Kids' mealsKids' meals
  • Wine/ChampagneWine/Champagne
  • BarBar
ParkingParking
  • Free parkingFree parking
  • Parking on siteParking on site
  • Parking garageParking garage
  • ParkingParking
  • Accessible parkingAccessible parking
AccessibilityAccessibility
  • Wheelchair accessibleWheelchair accessible
  • Toilet with grab railsToilet with grab rails
ActivitiesActivities
  • Full-body massageFull-body massage
  • Bike toursBike tours
  • Themed dinnersThemed dinners
  • Back massageBack massage
  • MassageMassage
  • Spa/Wellness packagesSpa/Wellness packages
  • Foot bathFoot bath
  • CyclingCycling
  • Head massageHead massage
  • Neck massageNeck massage
  • Entertainment staffEntertainment staff
  • Foot massageFoot massage
  • Hand massageHand massage
  • Badminton equipmentBadminton equipment
  • Walking toursWalking tours
  • Massage chairMassage chair
  • Spa facilitiesSpa facilities
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation areaSpa lounge/Relaxation area
  • PlaygroundPlayground
EntertainmentEntertainment
  • Board games/PuzzlesBoard games/Puzzles
GeneralGeneral
  • Convenience store on siteConvenience store on site
  • SafeSafe
  • Non-smoking roomsNon-smoking rooms
  • Designated smoking areaDesignated smoking area
  • Family roomsFamily rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guestsFacilities for disabled guests
  • Air conditioningAir conditioning
Guest ServicesGuest Services
  • Baggage storageBaggage storage
  • LockersLockers
  • Airport shuttleAirport shuttle
  • Car rentalCar rental
  • Shuttle serviceShuttle service
  • Shared lounge/TV areaShared lounge/TV area
  • Currency exchangeCurrency exchange
  • Packed lunchesPacked lunches
  • Grocery deliveriesGrocery deliveries
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Business centerBusiness center
  • Ironing serviceIroning service
  • Daily housekeepingDaily housekeeping
  • Meeting/Banquet facilitiesMeeting/Banquet facilities
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Tour deskTour desk
  • LaundryLaundry
  • ATM on siteATM on site
  • Private check-in/outPrivate check-in/out
  • Fax/PhotocopyingFax/Photocopying
  • Express check-in/outExpress check-in/out
InternetInternet
  • WifiWifi
  • InternetInternet
  • Free WifiFree Wifi
OutdoorsOutdoors
  • GardenGarden
  • Outdoor furnitureOutdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilitiesBBQ facilities
  • Outdoor poolOutdoor pool
  • Sun deckSun deck
  • Outdoor pool (year-round)Outdoor pool (year-round)
Security/SafetySecurity/Safety
  • CCTV outside propertyCCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areasCCTV in common areas
  • 24-hour security24-hour security
  • Fire extinguishersFire extinguishers
  • Process in place to check health of guestsProcess in place to check health of guests
  • First aid kits availableFirst aid kits available
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areasHand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authoritiesStaff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removedShared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • Cashless payment availableCashless payment available
  • Physical distancing rules followedPhysical distancing rules followed
SpaSpa
  • Plunge poolPlunge pool
  • Fenced poolFenced pool
  • Pool with viewPool with view
  • Swimming poolSwimming pool
  • Beach umbrellasBeach umbrellas
  • Infinity poolInfinity pool
  • Beach chairs/LoungersBeach chairs/Loungers
Transportation/ShuttleTransportation/Shuttle
  • Airport pickupAirport pickup
  • Airport drop-offAirport drop-off

Policies

Check-in
Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
Pet Policy
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed

Reviews

Value for money:
7.7
Location:
9.15
Staff:
8.08
Facilities:
7.37
Comfort:
7.23
Cleanliness:
7.29
Alex
Feb 21, 2026 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   10
Sri Lanka
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Good hotel
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Room Arrangement

Room InfoFacilities
Superior Single Room with River View
Room Type: Single
Room Size: 38 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Bathtub, Bidet, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Conditioner, Shower, Towels, Guest bathroom, Bathtub or shower, Toilet, Private bathroom, Shampoo, Toothbrush, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Body soap

Media & Technology

TV, Telephone, Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV

General

Ironing facilities, Fan, Lockers, Tile/Marble floor, Fire extinguisher, Trash cans, Air conditioning

Outdoors

Balcony

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

View

View, Lake view, River view, Landmark view, Mountain view, Garden view

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Dryer

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor, Entire unit wheelchair accessible, Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Adapter, Socket near the bed

Pool and Spa

Infinity Pool, Plunge Pool, Pool towels

Layout

Window
Superior Double Room with River View
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 40 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
Superior Double Room with River View

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Bathtub, Bidet, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Conditioner, Shower, Towels, Guest bathroom, Bathtub or shower, Toilet, Private bathroom, Shampoo, Toothbrush, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Body soap

Media & Technology

TV, Telephone, Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV

General

Ironing facilities, Fan, Lockers, Tile/Marble floor, Fire extinguisher, Trash cans, Air conditioning

Outdoors

Balcony

Living Area

Sitting area, Dining area

View

River view, Mountain view, View, Lake view

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Dryer

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Adapter, Socket near the bed

Pool and Spa

Infinity Pool, Plunge Pool, Pool towels

Layout

Window
Superior Triple Room with River View
Room Type: Triple
Room Size: 40 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Full bed(s) Bed
Superior Triple Room with River View

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Bathtub, Bidet, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Conditioner, Shower, Towels, Guest bathroom, Bathtub or shower, Toilet, Private bathroom, Shampoo, Toothbrush, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Body soap

Media & Technology

TV, Telephone, Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV

General

Ironing facilities, Fan, Lockers, Tile/Marble floor, Fire extinguisher, Trash cans, Air conditioning

Outdoors

Balcony

Living Area

Sitting area

View

Pool view, River view, View, Lake view

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Dryer

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Adapter, Socket near the bed

Pool and Spa

Infinity Pool, Plunge Pool, Pool towels

Layout

Window
Deluxe Double Room With River view
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 40 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Bathtub, Bidet, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Conditioner, Shower, Towels, Guest bathroom, Bathtub or shower, Toilet, Private bathroom, Shampoo, Toothbrush, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Body soap

Media & Technology

TV, Telephone, Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV

General

Ironing facilities, Fan, Lockers, Tile/Marble floor, Fire extinguisher, Trash cans, Air conditioning

Outdoors

Balcony

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Dryer, Refrigerator, Dining table

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk, Sofa, Dining area

View

View, Lake view, River view, Pool view, Mountain view, Garden view

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Adapter, Socket near the bed

Pool and Spa

Infinity Pool, Plunge Pool, Pool towels

Layout

Window
King Room with River View
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 40 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Bathtub, Bidet, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Conditioner, Shower, Towels, Guest bathroom, Bathtub or shower, Toilet, Private bathroom, Shampoo, Toothbrush, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Body soap

Media & Technology

TV, Telephone, Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV

General

Ironing facilities, Fan, Lockers, Tile/Marble floor, Fire extinguisher, Trash cans, Air conditioning

Outdoors

Balcony

Living Area

Sitting area, Dining area

View

River view, View, Lake view

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Dining table

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor, Entire unit wheelchair accessible, Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Adapter, Socket near the bed

Pool and Spa

Infinity Pool, Plunge Pool, Pool towels

Layout

Window
Deluxe Triple Room with River View
Room Type: Triple
Room Size: 40 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Full bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Bathtub, Bidet, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Conditioner, Shower, Towels, Guest bathroom, Bathtub or shower, Toilet, Private bathroom, Shampoo, Toothbrush, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Body soap

Media & Technology

TV, Telephone, Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV

General

Ironing facilities, Lockers, Tile/Marble floor, Fire extinguisher, Trash cans, Air conditioning

Outdoors

Balcony

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Refrigerator

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk, Sofa

View

View, Lake view

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Adapter, Socket near the bed

Pool and Spa

Infinity Pool, Plunge Pool, Pool towels

Layout

Window
King Room with Balcony
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 38 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Bathtub, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Conditioner, Shower, Towels, Guest bathroom, Bathtub or shower, Toilet, Shampoo, Toothbrush, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Body soap

Media & Technology

TV, Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV

General

Trash cans, Air conditioning, Tile/Marble floor, Fan

Outdoors

Balcony

View

View

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Dryer

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed

Pool and Spa

Infinity Pool, Plunge Pool, Pool towels
Deluxe Quadruple Room
Room Type: Quad
Room Size: 40 m2
2 Queen bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Bathtub, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Conditioner, Shower, Guest bathroom, Bathtub or shower, Toilet, Shampoo, Toothbrush, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Body soap

Media & Technology

TV, Flat-screen TV

General

Trash cans, Air conditioning, Tile/Marble floor, Fan

Outdoors

Balcony

View

River view, View

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Dryer

Room amenities

Clothes rack

Pool and Spa

Infinity Pool, Pool towels

Food & Drink

Bottle of water
Triple Room with Balcony
Room Type: Triple
Room Size: 40 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Full bed(s) Bed
Triple Room with Balcony

Bathroom

Bathtub, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Conditioner, Shower, Guest bathroom, Bathtub or shower, Toilet, Shampoo, Toothbrush, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Body soap

Media & Technology

TV, Flat-screen TV

General

Trash cans, Air conditioning, Tile/Marble floor, Fan

Outdoors

Balcony

View

View

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Dryer

Room amenities

Clothes rack

Pool and Spa

Infinity Pool, Pool towels

Food & Drink

Bottle of water
Superior Double Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 35 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
Superior Double Room

Bathroom

Bathtub, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Conditioner, Shower, Guest bathroom, Bathtub or shower, Toilet, Shampoo, Toothbrush, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Body soap

Media & Technology

TV, Flat-screen TV

General

Air conditioning, Tile/Marble floor, Fan

Outdoors

Balcony

View

View

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Dryer

Room amenities

Clothes rack

Pool and Spa

Infinity Pool, Pool towels

Food & Drink

Bottle of water
Deluxe Double Room
Room Type: Double
1 Full bed(s) Bed
Deluxe Double Room
Room #28296924
Room Type: Triple
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Full bed(s) Bed
Room #28296924

FAQ's

Is this Hotel Elephant Bay pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Hotel Elephant Bay?

Check-in time for Hotel Elephant Bay starts counting from 4:00 PM and check-out is until 2:00 PM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Hotel Elephant Bay have a swimming pool?

Yes, this Hotel Elephant Bay has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Hotel Elephant Bay?

Best-rates for the Hotel Elephant Bay starts from $54 per night with includes TV, Sports/Activities, Laundry, Ocean View, Balcony/Terrace, Spa, Restaurant, Bar, Child Friendly, Accessibility, Transportation/Shuttle, Business Services, Parking, Pool, Designated Smoking Area, View, Wheelchair Accessible, Security/Safety, Oceanfront, Wellness Facilities, Guest Services, Entertainment, Breakfast, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Internet, Air Conditioner with all other facilities. Casai.co.za matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Hotel Elephant Bay a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hotel 4 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hotel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Hotel Elephant Bay wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Hotel Elephant Bay is wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Hotel Elephant Bay?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Hotel Elephant Bay indicates 1 day stay policy at this hotel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Hotel Elephant Bay?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Hotel Elephant Bay are as follows: Free cancellation Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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