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Basic Double or Twin Room, Mountain View
Room with view
1 Queen Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Basic Room
19 square metres
1 Double Bed
Room sleeps 3 guests
(up to 2 children)
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Basic Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, City View
Room with view
18 square metres
1 Queen Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Get an overview of this hotel
Comfortable hotel near Pinnawala Zoo

Popular property highlights

Free self parking
Free WiFi
Business centre
Laundry facilities
Smoke-free property

A stay at Hotel Elephant Lobby places you in the heart of Pinnawala, a 1-minute drive from Pinnawala Zoo and 13 minutes from Wewaladeniya King's Temple. This family-friendly hotel is 8.1 mi (13.1 km) from Uthuwankanda Church and 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from New Paradise Spice & Herbal Garden.

Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 6 guestrooms, featuring fireplaces. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as bicycles to rent or take in the view from a rooftop terrace and a garden. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and free babysitting.

All-inclusive rates are available at this hotel. Meals and beverages at onsite dining establishments are included in all-inclusive rates. Charges may be applied for dining at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, some beverages, and other amenities. Enjoy a meal at Restaurant or snacks in the coffee shop/cafe. The hotel also offers 24-hour room service. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. English breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.

Featured amenities include a business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.

Languages spoken

  • English

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Hotel Amenities

All-Inclusive Details

All-inclusive room rates at Hotel Elephant Lobby are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Hotel Amenities

  • Lift
  • Concierge services
  • Total number of rooms - 6
  • Number of floors - 2
  • Number of buildings/towers - 1
  • Airport transport (surcharge)
  • Conference space
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Garden
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Picnic area
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Business centre
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Smoke-free property
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Free WiFi
  • Number of restaurants - 1
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Free self parking
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Number of coffee shops/cafes - 1
  • Luggage storage
  • Terrace
  • Babysitting or childcare (free)
  • Supervised childcare/activities (free)
  • Lockers available
  • Couples/private dining
  • Designer stores on site
  • Shopping centre on site
  • Uncovered parking
  • Gated community
  • Food and water bowls
  • Smooth flooring in public areas

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Supervised childcare/activities (free)
  • Free WiFi
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry facilities
  • Babysitting or childcare (free)
  • In-room childcare (surcharge)
  • Refrigerator (on request)
  • Microwave (on request)

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Languages spoken

  • English
  • French
  • German
  • Chinese (Mandarin)

Parking

Free self parking

Room Amenities

Hotel Elephant Lobby offers 6 accommodations with fireplaces and safes. Televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Microwaves and refrigerators can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private bathroom
  • In-room safe
  • Fireplace
  • Ceiling fan
  • Room service (24 hours)
  • Desk
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave (on request)
  • In-room childcare (surcharge)
  • Shower only
  • Fridge (on request)
  • Cable TV service
  • Free WiFi
  • Separate bedroom
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Braille signage
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Low-height counters/sink
  • Grab bar – Near toilet
  • Emergency pull cord in bathroom

Where to Eat

English breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine.

24-hour room service is available.

Nearby Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Bicycle rentals on site
  • Horse riding/rental on site
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Braille or raised signage

Hotel Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 8:00 AM

Minimum check-in age is: 18

Check-in time ends at anytime

Check-out

Check-out time is 12:30 PM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 8.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • Pets stay free
  • Food and water bowls are available

You need to know

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

No cots (infant beds) available

Pets allowed (no fees)

Staffed front desk

Property is cleaned with disinfectant

Contactless check-in is available

Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures

Individually wrapped food options are not available

Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F

Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant

Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

Contactless check-out is available

Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association

Guest accommodation is sealed after cleaning

Masks are compulsory at the property

Contactless food service / room service is available

Reservation might be required for some facilities on site

Mobile key entry is not available

Food service has been amended for enhanced safety

Fees

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately USD 3–10 for adults, and USD 3–9 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 65.00 per vehicle (roundtrip)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 8.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Hotel Names

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We should mention

Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

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