What are the best hotels near Pinnawala Zoo?

The Epitome, Kandyan Reach Hotel, and Hotel Kamrel are some of the most popular hotels for travellers looking to stay near Pinnawala Zoo. See the full list: Hotels near Pinnawala Zoo .

Which hotels are closest to Bandaranayake Intl Airport?

Popular hotels close to Bandaranayake Intl Airport include Ramada by Wyndham Katunayake Colombo International Airport, Good Wood Airport Hotel, and Airport Zen Resort. See the full list: Hotels near Bandaranayake Intl Airport .

THE 10 BEST Hotels in Rambukkana for 2025 (from C$32)

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1. Hotel Pinnalanda
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Inn
Reviewed on Aug 5, 2023
Iconic start to our Sri Lankan holiday.
"They upgraded us to a private balcony room overlooking the river in the next door hotel."
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#1 Best Value of 21 places to stay in Rambukkana
"They upgraded us to a private balcony room overlooking the river in the next door hotel. The room was great, bed comfortable, and view over the river and elephant bathing in the morning was excellent."
2. Peacock Village Pinnawala
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Bed and Breakfast
Reviewed on Oct 18, 2024
Peacock Village Pinnawala 10/10 !!!!! AMAZING STAFF/ AMAZING PLACE
"10/10 amazing experience. Staff were all so lovely!! especially Andrew the staff member there who went above and beyond for me and my family showing us around Pinnawala and going out of his way to get us Sri Lankin..."
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#2 Best Value of 21 places to stay in Rambukkana
"Cute tiny homes and very thoughtful staff who as I said went above and beyond. Thank you so much for everything we honestly appreciate it more then you guys know and you made our experience in Pinnawala worth while."
3. Millennium Elephant Foundation
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Bed and Breakfast
Reviewed on Dec 18, 2023
Not much of a sanctuary
"The Millennium Elephant sanctuary didn't seem much like a sanctuary on the day we visited. As mentioned in other reviews, they offer rides, walks and baths with the elephants. None of these appeared to be optional..."
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#3 Best Value of 21 places to stay in Rambukkana
"As mentioned in other reviews, they offer rides, walks and baths with the elephants."
4. Villa 88
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Reviewed on Sep 3, 2020
Nice place to make gatherings
"Very attractive villa for accomadate with group of friends or big families,locate near the pinnawala elephant orphenage and the open zoo.nice service,friendly staff,tasty foods also nice swimming pool.feel like home."
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#4 Best Value of 21 places to stay in Rambukkana
"Very attractive villa for accomadate with group of friends or big families,locate near the pinnawala elephant orphenage and the open zoo.nice service,friendly staff,tasty foods also nice swimming pool.feel like home."

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5. Eden lodge
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Lodge
Reviewed on Jun 7, 2019
Litteraly Eden!
"Charming house in de middle of stunning green ricefields and mountain vieuw fron the room. Very friendly owner who arranged a tuk tuk bringing us beers and breakfast which we had at the top terrace. Perfect stop for..."
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#5 Best Value of 21 places to stay in Rambukkana
"Charming house in de middle of stunning green ricefields and mountain vieuw fron the room. Very friendly owner who arranged a tuk tuk bringing us beers and breakfast which we had at the top terrace. Perfect stop for..."
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6. Relax Home
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Lodge
Reviewed on Dec 11, 2019
Better place
"Full relax place good for couple solo and family near main road nice room and bathroom offer breakfast so much kind for gust I love this place hope to visit again come and support them very kind host and family "
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#6 Best Value of 21 places to stay in Rambukkana
"Full relax place good for couple solo and family near main road nice room and bathroom offer breakfast so much kind for gust I love this place hope to visit again come and support them very kind host and family "

7. Kenara Hotel
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8. Hostel in Pinnawala
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9. Pinnawala Backpack Residencies
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10. Pinnawala GR Villa
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Limited Service Property
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11. Hotel Hasaraliya
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12. Pinnawala Home Stay
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13. Himmawwa Back Packers Haven
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Inn
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14. Ma Oya Retreat
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15. Restaurant BaraBage
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16. Pinnawala Backpack Residency
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17. Pinawala Holiday Bungalow
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Speciality Inn
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18. Grand Cabin Pinnawala
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Small Hotel
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19. Pinnawala Lakniwasa Homestay
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20. Jack Tree - Inn
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21. Jetwing Wahawa Walauwa
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Hotel Heshani
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Reviewed on Jul 23, 2016
Best Place inside Kegalle City Limits
"This is very close to my native place and i used to go there with my friends.The staff is very friendly and blessed with a good service .You can have a drink around .A private hospital also next to this place ,if..."
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"This is very close to my native place and i used to go there with my friends.The staff is very friendly and blessed with a good service .You can have a drink around .A private hospital also next to this place ,if..."
Elephant Lovers Inn
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Pinnawala Volunteer Hotel
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Lodge
Reviewed on Jan 5, 2020
A lovely Hostel closed to the Elephant Orphanage
"Just arrived to Colombo airport I took one bus to Veyangoda and then a train to Pinnawala! These indications were given to me by Charith, the owner of the Hostel Volunteer, who immediately got in touch with me after..."
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"Just arrived to Colombo airport I took one bus to Veyangoda and then a train to Pinnawala! These indications were given to me by Charith, the owner of the Hostel Volunteer, who immediately got in touch with me after..."
Hotel Champis
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Small Hotel
Reviewed on Jul 20, 2016
Great Stays ,Drink and easy access
"On your way to Pinnawala just drop here for refreshments as it's 5 minutes away from pinnawala .Ample parking available .Three floored beautiful place.Drinking facilities are also available with friendly staff"
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"On your way to Pinnawala just drop here for refreshments as it's 5 minutes away from pinnawala .Ample parking available .Three floored beautiful place.Drinking facilities are also available with friendly staff"
Randeepa Hotel
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Small Hotel
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Elephant Reach Villas in Pinnawala
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Villa
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2018
Good location
"This is one of the budget hotel near Pinnawala elephant orphanage and zoo. Just a walking 5 minute distance to elephant orphanage from this hotel. My booking was 3500 sri lankan rupee. Value for money compared to..."
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"This is one of the budget hotel near Pinnawala elephant orphanage and zoo. Just a walking 5 minute distance to elephant orphanage from this hotel. My booking was 3500 sri lankan rupee. Value for money compared to..."
Villa Pinnawala & Restaurant
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Villa
Reviewed on Jul 9, 2019
Lovely resort
"What a lovely place! Nice pool surrounded by rice paddies. Villas are spacious with great bathrooms open to the sky but with modern fittings. WiFi and TV if you so desire. Good food at cafe at very reasonable prices..."
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"What a lovely place! Nice pool surrounded by rice paddies. Villas are spacious with great bathrooms open to the sky but with modern fittings. WiFi and TV if you so desire. Good food at cafe at very reasonable prices..."
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Villa Pinnawala & Restaurant
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Reviewed on Aug 24, 2024
Nice pool for Family
""We visited Villa Pinnawala for a pool day pass, and it was a delightful experience. Our family had an amazing time enjoying the pool, which was clean and well-maintained. We relaxed with some cold beers and tasty..."
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"We relaxed with some cold beers and tasty bites, making it a perfect day out. The location is beautiful and ideal for families, with a peaceful ambiance and lovely surroundings."
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Villa Pinnawala Homestay
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Guesthouse
Reviewed on Jun 30, 2018
You got the full protection and easy to visit Elephant orphanage
"It's just minutes away from this place to Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage .You can rest here and start over in next day.The staff will also help you .They will arrange a vehicle or talk to a guide to help you"
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"It's just minutes away from this place to Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage .You can rest here and start over in next day.The staff will also help you .They will arrange a vehicle or talk to a guide to help you"

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Rambukkana Hotels Information

Hotels in Rambukkana	21
Hotels Prices From	C$32
Hotels Reviews	144
Hotels Photos	279
Travel high season	Sep - Nov
Travel low season	Dec - Feb
High season avg price	C$60
Low season avg price	C$40

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Dec - Feb

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$42

LOWEST

$26$101

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25ºC

COLDEST

17ºC34ºC

Avg. precipitation

129mm

62 mm281 mm

Mar - May

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$46

$26$101

Avg. temperature

27ºC

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17ºC34ºC

Avg. precipitation

190mm

62 mm281 mm

Jun - Aug

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$53

$26$101

Avg. temperature

26ºC

17ºC34ºC

Avg. precipitation

95mm

DRIEST

62 mm281 mm

Sep - Nov

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$57

HIGHEST

$26$101

Avg. temperature

25ºC

17ºC34ºC

Avg. precipitation

238mm

WETTEST

62 mm281 mm

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: The Epitome, Kandyan Reach Hotel, and Hotel Kamrel are some of the most popular hotels for travellers looking to stay near Pinnawala Zoo. See the full list: Hotels near Pinnawala Zoo.
: Popular hotels close to Bandaranayake Intl Airport include Ramada by Wyndham Katunayake Colombo International Airport, Good Wood Airport Hotel, and Airport Zen Resort. See the full list: Hotels near Bandaranayake Intl Airport.

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