Elepath Lodge Pinnawala-Stay Where Elephants Walk to Bathe

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8.5Excellent
(300 Ratings)
"It’s in an amazing location sitting at breakfast watching the elephants go by or in our room on the balcony"
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8.5 / 10
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About this hotel

Elegant Accommodations

Amenities

Airport transportation available
Free airport transportation
Shuttle available
Concierge services
Free WiFi/internet
Free Parking
Air conditioning
Non-smoking
Balcony/Terrace
WiFi/Internet
Garden
Laundry services
Accessible Parking
Family friendly
Ironing facilities
Safe
Key access
Housekeeping available
Fire extinguisher
Cleaning products

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Ratings and reviews

8.5 / 10
Excellent(300 Ratings)
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10 / 10Outstanding·Oct 2026
It’s in an amazing location sitting at breakfast watching the elephants go by or in our room on the balcony
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10 / 10Outstanding·Oct 2026
I absolutely loved how close this property is to the place where the elephants bathe. You can literally enjoy your breakfast while watching elephants make their way to the river..it’s such a beautiful and unforgettable experience! The receptionist was amazing as well. We arrived quite late at night, but he welcomed us with a huge smile and made us feel incredibly comfortable and well taken care of. Such warm hospitality made our stay even more special.
It’s not just about the property itself, but a quick tip for anyone traveling by personal car: please be mindful of the routes and narrow alleys leading to the property. Many of the roads are quite steep, making it difficult for cars to climb up or come back down. Some stretches are also very narrow, so larger cars may have trouble getting through. It’s definitely worth checking the route beforehand!
9 / 10Outstanding·Sep 2026
This was in a prime location for elephant viewing. They start the parade during breakfast whilst you’re seated downstairs - they just march straight past a few metres away, and the herds are brought up and down past the hotel all day till 4pm (check the orphanage web page for the times, it’s like clockwork). You can stand on the balcony, sit in the cafe part or just stand out front. The hotel was simple but clean, AC worked, showers decent (so many water outlets!), breakfast was good. Staff lovely of course. If you arrive earlier than 4 - call the hotel and they will tell you the back road in (to avoid the elephants on the Main Street). You may be told you cannot access the area till after 4pm. Also avoid anyone here who tries to get you to go to a herb garden. It’s a scam. Beware of being asked for a tip to have your photo taken with an elephant. A keeper may line you up for it then ask for a tip. This is not allowed and should not be encouraged. Tell them you have no cash on you and they should walk away. They do have a bunch of elephants to get back to the orphanage after all.
Beds a bit hard.
5 / 10·Apr 2025
Good value for money but avoid the elephants. They are not well looked after or as suggested on photos. Room was comfy and air conditioning was great.

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FAQs

Is parking included with this hotel?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Elepath Lodge Pinnawala-Stay Where Elephants Walk to Bathe. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this hotel?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hotel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Elepath Lodge Pinnawala-Stay Where Elephants Walk to Bathe pet friendly?

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What amenities are available at Elepath Lodge Pinnawala-Stay Where Elephants Walk to Bathe?

We found 20 amenities for this rental. This includes airport transportation available, free airport transportation, shuttle available, concierge services, and free wifi/internet.


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