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About the Hotel

190/8, Kandy Road, Kegalle, Pinnawala (Kegalle), Sri Lanka, 71000
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Next to Kurulu Kele Bird Sanctuary
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3.9 km from the Elephant Village, the 4-star The Grand Walawwa Hotel Pinnawala offers an Indonesian restaurant on site. At the hotel you can benefit from a restaurant along with a swimming pool.

Location

Located about 10 minutes' drive from Millennium Elephant Foundation, this Pinnawala hotel is also about 60 minutes' drive from Rambukkana railway station. Nuwara Eliya is 59 km away.

There is Club Concept Elephant Riding 4.6 km away, while Kegalle Depot bus station is in proximity to The Walawwa Pinnawala.

For those travelling from afar, Victoria Reservoir SPB airport is 50 minutes' drive away.

Rooms

Some rooms provide coffee/tea making equipment as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels to help you enjoy your stay. Guests can use a shower, along with dressing gowns.

Eat & Drink

The restaurant at The Grand Walawwa Hotel serves American cuisine.

Leisure & Business

Beach facilities at this accommodation include parasols.

Must-do experiences

  • Visit the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage for an unforgettable encounter.
  • Try traditional milk rice (kiri bath) at a local eatery nearby.
  • Explore the quaint village of Pinnawala on a guided cycling tour.
  • Discover the treasures of the Kegalle Museum showcasing local heritage.
  • Stroll through the Pinnawala Town Market for authentic spices and snacks.
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The Grand Walawwa Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Double Room Garden View
2 persons
140 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Vintage Room Garden View
2 persons
230 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Deluxe Double Room
2 persons
230 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Air conditioning
Presidential Suite
2 persons
905 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Bathtub
Air conditioning
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Facilities

The Grand Walawwa Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Perfect
9.4/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Locker room
  • Currency exchange
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Billiard tables

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Paid shuttle service
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Plunge pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Garden area

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Terrace
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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The Grand Walawwa Hotel Location

190/8, Kandy Road, Kegalle, Pinnawala (Kegalle), Sri Lanka, 71000
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190/8, Kandy Road, Kegalle, Pinnawala (Kegalle), Sri Lanka, 71000
Nearby
Sri Purana Paththini Dewalaya
900 ft
Restaurants
Club Concept Restaurant
2100 ft
Rambukkana
Lucky Cafe
2100 ft
Annasigala
Getting around
City Centre
Pinnawala (Kegalle)11 min  ·  4.2 mi
Airports
Victoria Reservoir SPB (KDW)58 min  ·  23.7 mi
Kandy (KDZ)67 min  ·  27.4 mi
Train
Rambukkana Railway Station14 min  ·  5.6 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-23:30
Check-out
from 07:00-11:00
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs US$8 per person per day. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
9

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about The Grand Walawwa Hotel from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 89 verified reviews
8.9/10
Great
91%
Recommend
Breakfast
10.0/10
Cleanliness
9.5/10
Comfort
9.5/10
Facilities
9.4/10
Free Wi-Fi
9.3/10
Location
8.9/10
Paid Wi-Fi
10.0/10
Staff
9.6/10
Value for money
9.0/10
Guest reviews
based on 160 reviews
9.1/10
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