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Elephant Reach

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Kirinda Temple

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Lobby lounge
Interior entrance
Buffet
Terrace/patio

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Yala Junction, Kirinda, Kirinda
  • Place, Kirinda Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Kirinda Temple
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Yala National Park
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room | Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Chalet | Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Chalet

  • Garden view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Kirinda

On boardwalk/promenade.You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Kirinda Temple and 9 miles (15 km) of Tissa Lake with a stay here. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Yala National Park and Yatala Dagoba.

What's nearby

  • Kirinda Beach - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Kirinda Temple - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Yala National Park - 19 min drive - 9.3 miles
  • Bundala National Park - 27 min drive - 17.7 miles
  • Kataragama Temple - 30 min drive - 19.1 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Red - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Refresh Sea Food Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Culture - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Calorian Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Main Restaurant - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Elephant Reach

4-star hotel near Kirinda Temple
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and a beach shuttle are available for a fee. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the business-friendly Elephant Reach. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Kirinda hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 35 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2006
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Elephant Reach offers 35 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Satellite television is provided.

Bathrooms include showers, bidets, and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: LKR 1,500 for adults and LKR 750 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 21-inch TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for LKR 3000.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately LKR 1500 for adults and LKR 750 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: LKR 28000 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: LKR 3000.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • For stays on 24 December, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner.
  • For stays on December 31, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner.
  • Up to 2 children 5 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Elephant Reach
Elephant Reach Hotel Kirinda
Elephant Reach Kirinda
Hotel Elephant Reach Sri Lanka/Kirinda
Elephant Reach Hotel
Elephant Reach Kirinda
Elephant Reach Hotel Kirinda

Frequently asked questions

How close is Elephant Reach to the airport?

Elephant Reach is 178.1 mi (228-min drive) away from the Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Elephant Reach?

As of Jun 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Elephant Reach on Jun 7, 2026 start from $125, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Elephant Reach have an airport shuttle?

Elephant Reach offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of LKR 28000 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Elephant Reach to the beach?

This hotel is 1.1 mi (4-min drive) from Kirinda Beach and 3.7 mi (13-min drive) from Palatupana Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Elephant Reach offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Elephant Reach, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of LKR 1500 for adults and LKR 750 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Elephant Reach?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Elephant Reach?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Elephant Reach?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Elephant Reach have a pool?

Elephant Reach features an outdoor pool.

Does Elephant Reach have a restaurant?

Elephant Reach is home to Tusk, which features international cuisine and garden views.

Does Elephant Reach have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Elephant Reach to downtown Kirinda?

Elephant Reach is 0.5 mi away from Kirinda.

Elephant Reach Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 29 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A very nice relaxing stay at elephant reach
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were spacious and the bathroom showers were amazing! Loved the quiet and peaceful surroundings too
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Hema Dakshini

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very Disappointing

This hotel was a real disappointment. We checked in at 7.00pm and checked out at 8.30pm that very night. We had booked 2 chalet rooms. There were gecko droppings on the sheets. The room had a stale smell. The bath area did not have any lighting and it was not clean. The walls between the rooms were very thin and we could hear the baby crying in the next room and also their conversations. The towels had stains on them and it had a peculiar smell. There were also lots of mosquitoes. When we decided to check out immediately, the porters did not even help us with our baggage!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hospitality.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best outside of Yala!

Owners and staff are very respectful and helpful! Very personable too and will do anything to make your stay the best it can possibly be. Will defiantly stay here again! It’s only a 15 minute drive to Yala National Park the food is fantastic for all! Lovely setting and perfect hotel! Thank you to all at Elephant Reach!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely rustic property

Elephant Reach is a lovely rustic property. Each guest has his/her own spacious bungalow with air conditioning. Wi-Fi is only available in the reception and restaurant area. 3 buffet meals are served three times a day at set times. The staff is incredibly welcoming and helpful and want to assist in making trip arrangements. They arranged transit from the airport and to Galle for me in addition to a full day safari. They know the best tour operators, and overall I had a great experience. If you are looking to go on a safari, this is the place to stay, and it’s just minutes from Yala National Park. Other than safaris and one temple, there isn’t much to do in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Di

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely place

The staff are very helpful.. the pool is great and rooms are beautiful. Breakfast was very nice and tho not a buffet they is plenty to eat . We would to loved to stay longer .
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

Janine

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Impressed but not impressed

Hi My husband and I are travellers , we have travelled all through Asia staying it lots of places and we found this place was beautiful but the food was 2nd rate, Alchol was not available for me and very limited for my husband, it was a bit out of the way and there was really nothing to do. Very disappointed. The place itself is beautiful.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Hotel& location, Terrible food

Nice property and location but a big let down with restaurant service and food. Drinks took 45 mins to arrive after 2 reminders. Cold fish and chips served twice. Breakfast Buffett cold.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotell nær nasjonalparken Yala

Godt hotell når man skal til nasjonalparken - et av de nærmeste hotellene. Rommet vårt var hyggelig innredet og med fint bad. Hyggelig hage med svømmebasseng. Bra buffémiddag om kvelden.
Verified

4/10 Poor

David

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Poor Food and Service

Service was pretty poor here and the food was terrible. The rooms were fine and its relatively close to Yala National park but I would recommend seeing if there is anywhere else before you choose this.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

サファリに便利なホテルだが、掃除はイマイチ。

サファリをするには便利な場所だが、部屋のバストイレが汚く、残念だった。スタッフも何度もお願いしても対応してくれず、だらけている感じがした。コスパは悪いが、ロケーションはいい。
Verified

6/10 Okay

Fenugreek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Convenient for Yala

Reasonable rooms but geared mainly to coach parties and buffet meals.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Waleed

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotel close to the Safari Park

The hotel images which we saw on the website didn't match that to what we actually saw when we reached the hotel, very disappointing. The rooms are not clean, hotel had only 16 guests staying there at the same time as us, the swimming pool was filthy, you couldn't see the bottom of the pool. Facilities very poor, only swimming pool, Kids play area, bar & restaurant which both close at 10:00pm each night.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location for a safari in Yala national park

Lovely staff who were very helpful. Great location for a Yala safari, 2km to Kirinda. Buffet breakfast was ok.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Sailor

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Nice restaurant - receptionist not helpful

The restaurant staff preparred nice food in bufet style and did take care of the customers. The hotel is charging 300 Rupi for 2 hours of Wifi. The mini bar in the room was looked. The receptionist was asked two times to open the minibar with no result. The receptonist promised to organize a jeep for a tour in the national park. The jeep was not ready in the morning. Preparring the bill needed two reminders before it was available.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

god beliggenhed, kedelig restaurant

Værelserne var ok, lidt slidte - søde serviceminded personale
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

schönes Hotel

große, saubere Zimmer. Großer Pool - Wasser super - Anlage etwas zuwenig gepflegt (z.B. Blätter im Pool und Liegebereich). Perfekte Lage für die Safari im Yala Nationalpark.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Aoyama

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ｙａｌａのサファリツアーで利用

他に選択肢が無く、このホテルに決定。 ディナーは値段の割にはよくない。 室内の電話が壊れていて不通。無線ＬＡＮもなし。 ドライヤーなし。 ホテルスタッフには、英語が出来ないスタッフもいる様子。
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chandu

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Hoi Ching Heidi

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Solène

Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Vikram

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Chandana

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018