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Blue Turtle Hotel

3.0 star property
Comfortable spa hotel near Yatala Dagoba

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Exterior
Classic Double or Twin Room, Garden View, Garden Area
Poolside bar
Reception
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Pool
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry

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119/2 Tikiriwewa, Mahasenpura, Thissamaharama, 82600
  • Popular LocationTissa Lake9 min walk
  • Popular LocationTissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara3 min drive
  • Popular LocationYatala Dagoba4 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Standard Triple Room, Balcony, Pool View

Standard Triple Room, Balcony, Pool View

Standard Triple Room, Balcony, Pool View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Bidet
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Classic Double or Twin Room, Garden View, Garden Area

Classic Double or Twin Room, Garden View, Garden Area

Classic Double or Twin Room, Garden View, Garden Area

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Bidet
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Mahasenpura

At Blue Turtle Hotel, you'll be 3.2 km (2 mi) from Yatala Dagoba and 13.8 km (8.6 mi) from Kirinda Temple. Highlights at this Colonial hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .All 16 rooms feature balconies, coffee/tea makers and free bottled water. Premium linens welcome you to a good night's rest, and other nice touches include rainfall showerheads and free toiletries. Ceiling fans, hairdryers and phones are also available. .The restaurant, Blue Turtle, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar or poolside bar, you can enjoy a drink. Enjoy the kids' swimming pool and pool loungers as well as access to bike hire. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 30-minute drive of this 3-property class Thissamaharama hotel include Kataragama Archaeological Museum and Sacred Bo Tree.

What's nearby

  • Tissa Lake - 9 min walk
  • Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara - 3 min drive
  • Yatala Dagoba - 4 min drive
  • Yala National Park - 19 min drive
  • Bundala National Park - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • Refresh Sea Food Restaurant - 11 min walk
  • Red - 4 min drive
  • Calorian Restaurant - 11 min walk
  • Buffet Express Lunch & Dinner - 11 min walk
  • Lake Side Hotel - 19 min walk

About this property

Blue Turtle Hotel

Comfortable spa hotel near Yatala Dagoba
Blue Turtle Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A rooftop terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Blue Turtle Hotel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 5 buildings
  • Built in 2015
  • Deli
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Blue Turtle Hotel offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature premium bedding. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, bidets, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
The on-site spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include massages. The spa is open daily.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Blue Turtle

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • 5 buildings
  • Built in 2015
  • Colonial architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

Outdoor space

  • Balcony

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
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 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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 cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit 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 cash.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Blue Turtle Hotel Tissamaharama
Blue Turtle Hotel
Blue Turtle Tissamaharama
Blue Turtle Hotel Hotel
Blue Turtle Hotel Thissamaharama
Blue Turtle Hotel Hotel Thissamaharama

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Blue Turtle Hotel?

Blue Turtle Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Blue Turtle Hotel?

Yep, Blue Turtle Hotel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Blue Turtle Hotel?

The closest beach to Blue Turtle Hotel is Kirinda Beach (9.9 km).

Is there a spa on site at Blue Turtle Hotel?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Blue Turtle Hotel. You'll enjoy services like massages.

Does Blue Turtle Hotel have a pool?

Blue Turtle Hotel has a pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger and with a coldie from the bar.

What makes Blue Turtle Hotel a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and a lounge bar, as well as rainfall showerheads and premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Blue Turtle Hotel.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Blue Turtle Hotel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Blue Turtle Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Blue Turtle Hotel?

Check-in begins at 1:30 PM. Check-out time is 11:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Blue Turtle Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Blue Turtle Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Duty manager was extremely helpful throughout our stay. It is fairly rural so it’s a bit of a walk to shops / restaurant or a short tuk tuk ride. Ideal location for visiting Yala NP. The restaurant food was nice but quite pricy.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Jenna

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tyler-Jackson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location, great food very quiet and both male and female peacocks visited the grounds whilst we were swimming which was awesome. Pool very clean and staff all very friendly and attentive
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

MKM, Annapolis, MD

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Did not have hot water. Otherwise the stay was OK. Onsite restaurant had good selection and food quality, but wine was expensive.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great for a tour stay
Nice place to stay if touring and been to a safari close by! Clean rooms with basic facilities and good air conditioning. There were a few bugs but can be expected in the jungle! Pool looked good unfortunately no time to use! Food very good and superb breakfast served not Buffett
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
loved the garden and swimming pool, great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Damon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Blue Turtle
Lovely but isolated spot. Beautiful relaxing outdoor pool, and lots of interesting birds including eagles and peacocks that roamed the grounds. Food was decent, and service was great! The location was down a badly maintained dirt road and town was a 40 minutes walk necessitating a hired tuk-tuk or taxi. Other than it’s off the beaten path site a really nice and chill place!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place, staff were very helpful and lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Paul, Auckland, N.Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Superb Value - Clean, Spacious, Attentive Staff
What an amazing find! If this hotel was on the coast it would be fantastic value at even USD$125/night. Clean, spacious rooms set in a 2-up, 2-down configuration amidst spacious well-tended grounds with an huge, clean swimming pool incorporating a toddlers section. Rooms have individual air conditioners and also, mosquito nets large enough to cover the beds. Staff are extremely attentive, the attitude is focused on service and a willingness to help. Packed breakfast is provided for the 5 a.m. start for the Yala national park safari. It is a pity that most people stay just a single night before the safari experience (we stayed 2 nights, one either side of the safari) because the Blue Turtle is a value-priced, quiet haven. The owner has lived in Europe and has brought a high standard of finish to the design and the materials used in construction - note the quality of ceiling/roof timbers once you arrive! If there is any disadvantage it is that there are seemingly few additional attractions/activities in the general area to sustain an 'active' traveller (we were travelling as 2 parents and a teenage daughter - but if you are looking for a place to 'chill' between active adventures in southern Sri Lanka, then the Blue Turtle hotel is time and money well-spent.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017