Hotel Elephant Bay, Pinnawala (Kegalle)
Overview
Situated about 5 minutes by foot from Maha Oya, the 4-star smoke-free Hotel Elephant Bay Pinnawala offers rooms with views of the garden. Guests can relax in an infinity pool or in the American restaurant while staying within reach of Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage Zoo.
Location
The hotel puts you in the very heart of Pinnawala, 1.7 miles from Millennium Elephant Foundation. Situated only 7 minutes' walk from Pinnawala Handicrafts Emporium Shopping Mall, the Elephant Bay is also around a 10-minute drive from Club Concept Elephant Riding.
The Pinnawala hotel is set in a tropical garden and gardens. Nature lovers will appreciate proximity to Iparanigama Theme Park, which is 0.3 miles away.
The accommodation is located fairly close to Rambukkana train station, while pinnawala bus stop is merely 5 minutes' walk away.
Rooms
Furnished with a writing table, some of the 29 rooms feature ironing facilities and an air conditioner along with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Most rooms of Hotel Elephant Bay feature large private balconies. Guests can use a bidet and a separate toilet, along with hairdryers and bath sheets.
Eat & Drink
There are American dishes in the menu of Ivory Inn restaurant at this Pinnawala hotel. The rooftop bar will set you up nicely for enjoying your stay. It also features a lounge area and a terrace for guests' comfort.
Leisure & Business
A sun deck, a sun terrace, and spa therapy are also featured at the Elephant Bay Pinnawala. A selection of sport activities, provided by this property, include hiking, cycling, and fishing.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wi-Fi in public areas
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Baggage storage
- Locker room
- Currency exchange
- ATM/Cash machine
- Fire extinguishers
Sports & Fitness
- Cycling
- Badminton
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Housekeeping
- Car rental
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Grocery shopping service
- Stores/Commercial services
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Dinner
- Packed lunches
Business
- Business center
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cribs
- 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 center
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Pool with 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
Recommended for:
Ride Bikes Local Trails
Rent bicycles to explore trails along the Maha Oya river, passing Pinnawala Handicrafts Emporium.
Visit Elephant Orphanage
Walk to Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage to observe rescued elephants bathing in the river.
Hike Rambukkana Museum
Cycle or drive 2.5 miles to Rambukkana Railway Museum, showcasing Sri Lanka's colonial-era locomotives.
Fish Maha Oya
Cast a line in the Maha Oya river, known for local fish species like tilapia.
Location
Significant Location
Pinnawala is known for the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, Mahamevnawa Amadahara Buddhist Monastery, and the Rambukkana Railway Museum.
Pinnawala Neighborhood
The suburb of Pinnawala is a cultural area, showcasing wildlife conservation at the orphanage and nearby elephant sanctuaries.
Dining Options
Pinnalanda Hotel Restaurant, Hotel Elephant View Restaurant, and Cafe Channa serve Sri Lankan and Asian cuisine.
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants