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The Elephant Stables

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 9.1
Rated superb

Staff

9.7

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Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at The Elephant Stables

Built in an ancient Colonial-period Bungalow, The Elephant Stables is a beautiful property overlooking Kandy’s lush greenery. It welcomes guests with an outdoor swimming pool and cosy guestrooms. This peaceful hotel is located within 4 km from Kandy Railway Station. Kandy City Centre and the popular Temple of Tooth Relic is only 2 km away while Bandaranaike International Airport is 103 km away. Fitted with hardwood floors and decorated in warm tones, air-conditioned rooms at Elephant Stables all feature a seating area, personal safe, minibar and flat-screen TV. Bathrooms come with bathrobes, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Guests can unwind by the sun loungers or enjoy a good read at the library. Other facilities include a 24-hour front desk, laundry services and relaxing traditional massages. Travel arrangements can be made at the tour desk. Local Sri Lankan, Thai and Continental cuisines can be enjoyed at The Green Room restaurant. For alternative dining options, guests can opt for room service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • 24-hour front desk

Property highlights

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

  • Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Asian, American

Free private parking available at the hotel

Availability

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Guests who stayed here loved

Catherine
Australia Australia
“Property is classic Boutique with great views and friendly staff. Wonderful food!”
Meera
India India
“This is a boutique 5 room property nestled in a quiet part of Kandy. It is away from the hustle bustle and only a 15 min drive to the old kandy town. The structure is more than 100 years old. The garden outside and the pool overlooking the greens...”
Rosalba
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Amazing hotel and staff! Just the right distance from Busy Kandy And beautiful views !”
Lisa
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We stayed in the Riverdale Bungalow. The view was exceptional, just so beautiful. The Bungalow itself has a fascinating history, is beautifully laid out and comfortable and the pool was fantastic. The children were made to feel very welcome and at...”
Paula
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We stayed at the Riverdale Bungalow, where Bandara (butler) and Madu (chef) were exceptionally hospitable, kind and helpful. We also loved the amazing views and the infinity pool, as well as the history of the property”
Nicolette
Netherlands Netherlands
“The staff was extremely kind and helpful! The food was lovely and the large tent and bathroom was beautiful. It has a colonial feel. The premises were beautiful. Though everything could do with a little update.”
Halima
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We loved our stay at the Riverdale Bungalow. The house is beautiful, with breathtaking views, and offers a truly relaxing atmosphere. The staff were exceptionally helpful, attentive, and kind. We highly recommend the in-house barbecue – the food...”
Pmc
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“A beautiful, peaceful retreat just steps from Kandy’s bustling streets. Spacious, well-equipped rooms, excellent food, and wonderfully helpful staff”
Emma
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We stayed in the bungalow and it was absolutely beautiful.”
Veronique
Canada Canada
“This place is lovely. We loved the family tent, which is a small appartment in itself, with a lot of space (parent’s room, kid’s room, living room, big modern bathroom). It was very clean. Breakfast was generous and delicious. The set up for...”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    Asian
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Halal

House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

12+ years
Extra bed upon request
US$80 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.