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Elephant Corridor

5.0 star property
Upmarket resort with 2 restaurants and 2 indoor pools

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2 indoor pools, outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Private pool
1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
Building design

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Childcare
  • Gym

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • 2 indoor pools and outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Children's pool
  • Hot tub
  • Pool bar

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Babysitting services
  • Children's pool
  • Playground on-site
  • Fridge
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Room options

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Luxury Space

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
  • 132 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Presidential Pavilion (safari)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
  • 232 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Lovers’ Escape

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
  • 124 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Wild Escape

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
  • 109 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Family Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Private Pool, Garden View

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
  • 232 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
Pothana, Kimbissa, Sigiriya, 21120

What's nearby

  • Sigiriya Museum - 12 min drive
  • Ancient City of Sigiriya - 13 min drive
  • Dambulla Cave Temple - 18 min drive
  • Pidurangala Rock - 19 min drive
  • Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Delight Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪RastaRant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Pradeep Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Sigiriya Village Hotel - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Kitchen Restaurant - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 22 units
  • Arranged over 1 level

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 AM
  • Express check-in/out available
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is noon
  • Contactless check-out

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

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
  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • Up to 2 children (1 year old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
  • No cots (infant beds)
  • Babysitting

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free on-site self-parking
  • Free on-site valet parking
  • Free on-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–10 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Barbecue grills
  • 24-hour room service

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Children's pool
  • Playground
  • Babysitting services

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (194 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Free bike hire
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 26 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2005
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • An outdoor pool
  • 2 indoor pools
  • Arcade/games room
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • Lift

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LCD TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dressing gowns and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Turndown service

What to enjoy

  • Private plunge pool
  • Individually furnished and decorated
  • Separate living room

Freshen up

  • Separate bath and shower
  • Rainfall shower heads
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the resort's full-service spa, Om Wellness Spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, facials, body wraps and body scrubs. The spa is equipped with a sauna. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and Ayurvedic. Children under 3 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

Dining

Ambrosia – Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting).
Ebony and Ivory Jungle – Overlooking the pool and garden, this bar only serves light fare. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) gala dinner per adult: USD 50.00
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) gala dinner per child: USD 25.00 (from 4 to 11 years old)

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 15 for adults and USD 8 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 100 per vehicle (one-way. Maximum occupancy 2)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Children under 3 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility or hot tub without adult supervision
  • Children under 3 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Also known as

Elephant Corridor
Elephant Corridor Hotel
Elephant Corridor Hotel Sigiriya
Elephant Corridor Sigiriya
Elephant Corridor Resort Dambulla
Elephant Corridor Dambulla
Elephant Corridor Resort
Elephant Corridor Sigiriya
Elephant Corridor Resort Sigiriya

Frequently asked questions

Does Elephant Corridor offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Elephant Corridor does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Elephant Corridor?
Yes, there are 2 indoor pools, an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Elephant Corridor?
Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Elephant Corridor?
Yes, there's free self and valet parking. Free motorhome/bus/lorry parking is available.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Elephant Corridor?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 100 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Elephant Corridor?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 AM. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-out are available.
What is there to do at Elephant Corridor and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Additional recreation nearby includes cave exploring. Indulge in a treatment at the spa, soothe your senses in the hot tub or go for a swim in one of the 2 indoor swimming pools. Elephant Corridor also has private plunge pools, a 24-hour fitness centre and a sauna, as well as an arcade, a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Elephant Corridor?
Yes, there are 2 on-site restaurants, featuring al fresco dining, international cuisine and garden views.
Does Elephant Corridor have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a private plunge pool.

Elephant Corridor Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Fair

I stayed here 10 years ago and it was wonderful. The “bones” are great but “cracks” are appearing. The rooms are generous and the property and vistas are beautiful. The property, rooms and facilities are beginning to look a little tired and the staff are struggling. The swimming pool and spa are a long way away but there used to be buggies to pick you up especially during the heat of the day. Phones not working so room service was difficult. There was a ridiculously high corkage charge on some wine that we brought with us and the laundry charge was incredibly high. Bathrooms need a renovation. The overall grandeur is still there so it wouldn’t take much to improve it. No activity was offered. I love birdwatching and preciously an expert was offered along with other interesting experiences.
2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Grand, great views & good location
Lovely hotel with big rooms. The pool was nice too, located a short walk from the rooms and you can borrow cycles. Lovely view of Sigiriya rock too. The bar was a bit of a strange room with no atmosphere. It felt more like a waiting room. We had our drinks outside though so this was not a problem.
Matthew, 1-night romance trip
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4/10 Fair

2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Rural retreat, beautiful gardens.
Close to Sigurya, Lion Rock can be seen from reception. Dambulla 40 mins drive. This is an absolutely amazing hotel. Totally away from anything. A very tranquil rural retreat, only 28 rooms (I believe). The staff, from the lady gardeners to the waiters, were all lovely. They made it!
Eliza, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great spot for some r&r. Service in restaurant a tad hit and miss. But all done with a smile. Rooms tired but great size and design. Fantastic bed and linen! Would stay here again.
Melanie, 1-night trip with friends
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4/10 Fair

Good concept, mediocre reality
Based on pictures and reviews on line, we anticipated a great experience. However, from check in through check out, the actual experience fell significantly short. The rooms are dark and dated. While I understand small critters will get into the rooms in this setting, we found droppings (mice, geckos?) at several locations within the room. Our calls to reception went unanswered ( we were trying to get through in order to have a tuk tuk sent to our cabin). In the middle of the night, we received a call from a guest in another room - she was distraught and saying that there was screaming outside her room that had been going on for a couple of hours (kind of scary!). Food was very mediocre and service was slow. Check out was mayhem. We had requested a car service for 10AM that didn't show up until 11AM- ruined our plans for the day. Three other guests experienced the same thing (and were not happy- nor was the couple that had heard the screaming the night before who were checking out at the same time...). The staff was earnest and tried hard to be hospitable but the overall operation just falls short on multiple fronts.
James, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Relaxing Stay
We enjoyed the beautiful surroundings, and the variety of birds we saw just from the patio of our room. The room opened up to the view of the lake that we could see at a distance and a green belt. Two days in a row we saw a peacock walk by in the woods. We also saw other birds and monkeys. We did not see any elephants on the premises because the hotel property is fended off. We were told that elephants cross the property beyond the fenced area. Sigiriya rock is visible from the hotel. The park and the trail leading to the rock fort is only a 5-10 minute drive from the hotel. They have a very nice swimming pool. The restaurant served really good food- taste and presentation was splendid. I must say that I was pleasantly surprised at the quality and taste of the authentic Sri Lankan entrée. The staff were very friendly. On the day we arrived they had some water issues so we did not have water for a few hours. Fortunately that problem did not arise again. The room was spacious and the bathroom was huge!
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2/10 Poor

Over-rated and over-priced - just poor
Promoted as an idyllic romantic secluded resort and long ago it may have had aspirations to achieve that. Now its just expensive and run down. The rooms are large but poorly furnished with Spartan furniture that is uninviting and uncomfortable. The pool is very nice, but is 500m down a hot dusty track to get to. The Spa is further down the same track. Anything you spend would be wasted on the hot trek back to your room. They once had carts, but they were all out of commission. You cannot buy drinks at the pool bar, but need to trek back to the main bar near reception. The rooms are cleaned well, but not maintained to the standard the prices demand. The shower floods the bathroom and the shower heads spray everywhere except down. Our shower had an ant infestation. The regular up keep you would expect, just is not performed. The restaurant is not bad, but just plain. Every breakfast was the same 4 curries with no variety. The dinners were mundane. My lamb was served cold. Overall just misses the mark. If you make the mistake and get stuck here take the time to drive to the nearby restaurants at the quality hotels of Heritance Kandalama, Cinnamon or Jetwing. If possible pick one of these other hotels instead. We ate at Cinnamon and Heritance Kandalama and walked around their hotel. They were significantly better at a similar price. Don't be fooled by the in-room pools. They are too cold to use and not romantic at all.
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8/10 Very good

luxurious stay, friendly staff
lots of space and facilities for children
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6/10 Good

Great location, good hospitality, average overall.
Our stay for 2 nights in Elephant Corridor was good. The staff were the highlight with excellent customer service. Hotel location is great, with good views to the sourroundings. Wild life didn't disappoint either. However, hotel facilities are a bit dated, hotel GM to our surprise was quite pre occupied with barely an acknowledgement of guests which is a rarity in our travels.
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10/10 Exceptional

Brilliant
Amazing hotel, great staff nothing was to much, sorted out our lifts anywhere we went, the best food we have eaten in the week long stay traveling Sri Lanka, rooms were fabulous & the spar treatment was fantastic after climbing the rock, we didn't want to leave, thanks for everything x
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing hotel at Sigiriya.
Amazing hotel with expansive grounds and only 27 rooms/bungalows located in the wild with undisturbed terraces and all with own mini-pool. On-site organic garden, wildlife, beautiful landscape and a view of the Sigiriya Rock. Service was great, restaurant view amazing, food not bad. Nothing to complain about, really. Great for families! Hotel was not brand-new, but with a bit of charming patina while not feeling worn at all. Spa & fitness looked great, main pool was great, childrens pool was great and hotel staff always very attentive. We had nothing to complain about at all :-)
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful Safari Lodge
We were so happy to have stayed at this fantastic resort. I don't know where to begin. The rooms/cabins were huge, we had a fantastic view facing a water hole, we had an outside bed, to lounge on and observe the wildlife. It also had a small soaking pool outside our room. The bathroom was huge, with bath and separate shower. The bed was the largest I have ever seen, larger than a king size bed. The property had bicycles that you could borrow and it had a beautiful large swimming pool and spa. The wifi was free, but only worked in the common areas, not in the room. We had a lovely dinner and the breakfast was also fantastic. The staff at this resort were extremely polite and friendly and most helpful.
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10/10 Exceptional

loved it but getting a bit worn
amazing staff make up for a tired hotel although the location is amazing and the private plunge pool were just what we needed after a long drive. staff go beyond to make sure you have a relaxing time.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place for a two night stay.
This is a great base for accessing Sigiriya and Dambulla. Rooms were good, region is fantastic
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The place is almost in the wild and perfect for the entire scene. It was amazing to see the lion rock under the full moon.
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10/10 Exceptional

great place for the sigiriya area
the hotel is situated not too far from sigiriya with good facilities, helpful staff, nice sorroundings, quiet location
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The setting was fabulous and the staff friendly and helpful.
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10/10 Exceptional

Luxury Hotels
One of the best stays we've ever had. Very kind and friendly people. Delicious cuisine.
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8/10 Very good

back to nature at quiet hotel
beautiful hotel in the middle of nowhere or it feels that way. it is very serene and quiet - more a place for couples or families. rooms are spacious and food is really good. hotel staff is mostly new and learning. while they are friendly service is slooooow. breakfast can take 90 minutes and checkout 30. rooms are clean but there are gekkos and mini frogs everywhere. often menu (food and wine) choices are out of stock. also the bathrooms are huge but wide open so if someone is in the shower no one can use the sink or toilet without watching them bathe.
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice place to spend time n relax with your family
Enjoyed the stay at the hotel Service was mind blowing ,hats off to all the staff in the hotel
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8/10 Very good

Elephant corridor.
It was a very nice experience to be in the middle of the nature! It is not cheap but it was worth it!
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2/10 Poor

Don't waste your money
The Elephant Corridor might have been great 5 years ago, given its beautiful grounds, but since it opened the maintenance has been dreadful. First of all there is NO WIFI but on the lobby and even there it comes and goes. There is a "new" Manager (he told us he had been there for 6 months only) but he hasn't been able to fix basic issues. First room didn't have hot water (which should be expected I believe) so we were changed to a second one with clogged pipes, again, no hot water and a leaky roof (YES! water coming into the room, on top of the bed for that matter...) "maintenance" came to the room, moved the bed a couple inches to the right, put plastic bags on the roof and said they couldn't do more... instead they offered a "special" dinner. We took it, arrived to the restaurant, and were taken to our table. NEVER did we see the menu or where told what we were eating, after 27 yes 27 minutes, and the first course, we had to get up and ask for drinks, that no one had offered, our first course had been finished for over 15 minutes at that point... In general the maintenance sucks, their service is sad, and given they are in Sri Lanka where service is normally stellar, it makes no sense to stay there, you can have a way better time somewhere else... Too bad since they have everything but the human component to be a great place. Also beware the pool is a good 5 min hike in a dirt road and once there no one offers you drinks...
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8/10 Very good

Great location
We stayed for a few days over christmas and sadly had torrential rain for the whole stay. The rooms were excellent,huge nicely furnished and well maintained, the staff are very friendly. The restaurant serves excellent local food although western style food is more awkward. The service is eratic sometimes dreadfully slow so allow an hour and a half for breakfast for example. Fabulous position with lots of wildlife although elephants are pretty scarce we saw the backend of two on one occasion.
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