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Elephant Reach
4.0 star property

Upscale boardwalk/promenade hotel near Kirinda Temple

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Elephant Reach

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Exterior
Chalet | Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine, garden views
Reception

Overview of Elephant Reach

Reviews
6.6

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
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  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service

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Yala Junction, Kirinda, Kirinda
  • Popular LocationKirinda Temple2 min drive
  • Popular LocationKirinda Beach4 min drive
  • Popular LocationTissa Lake10 min drive
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Room options

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

Chalet

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Kirinda

Located in Kirinda, Elephant Reach is in a rural area and on the boardwalk/promenade. Kirinda Temple and Yatala Dagoba are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Tissa Lake and Yala National Park. Bundala National Park and Kataragama Temple Complex are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving, snorkeling, and boat tours nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking.
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What's nearby

  • Kirinda Temple - 2 min drive
  • Kirinda Beach - 4 min drive
  • Tissa Lake - 10 min drive
  • Yatala Dagoba - 11 min drive
  • Bundala National Park - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • Refresh Sea Food Restaurant - 10 min drive
  • Red - 10 min drive
  • Calorian Restaurant - 10 min drive
  • Thambapanni - 16 min drive
  • restaurant@jetwingyala - 16 min drive

About this property

Elephant Reach

Upscale hotel near Kirinda Temple
Located close to Yatala Dagoba and Tissa Lake, Elephant Reach provides a poolside bar, a terrace, and a garden. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Tusk, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and garden views. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and multilingual staff
  • A 24-hour front desk, free newspapers, and a billiards/pool table
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks like safes and minibars.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with showers and bidets
  • 21-inch TVs with satellite channels
  • Private yards, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

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–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

Restaurants on site

  • Tusk

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Free crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On the boardwalk
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2006
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 21-inch TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

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

Outdoor space

  • Yard

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • 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
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for LKR 3000.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

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

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A fee for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 24
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 31
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

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

Does Elephant Reach have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Elephant Reach?

As of Apr 19, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Elephant Reach on Apr 20, 2024 start from $47.49, excluding 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.

Is Elephant Reach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Elephant Reach?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Elephant Reach?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Elephant Reach?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Elephant Reach provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of LKR 28000 per vehicle applies.

Where is Elephant Reach located?

Situated on the boardwalk/promenade, this hotel is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Kirinda Temple and within 9 mi (15 km) of Tissa Lake and Yala National Park. Yatala Dagoba and Bundala National Park are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Elephant Reach Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 23 reviews" "

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Vikram

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

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

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

4/10 Poor

Chandana

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

10/10 Excellent

Di, Wamberal NSW

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

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.

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

10/10 Excellent

Dinusha

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

6/10 Okay

mohamed

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

2/10 Terrible

Hema Dakshini, Singapore

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!