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Thambapanni Retreat

3.0 star property
Comfortable hotel with spa services and 24-hour front desk

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Beach nearby
Exterior
Superior Room
Restaurant
Reception
Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • SpaSpaSpa
  • PoolPoolPool
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  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar

Your area essentials

Map
Yaddehimulla Road, Unawatuna
  • Popular LocationUnawatuna Beach1 min walk
  • Popular LocationGalle Lighthouse11 min drive
  • Popular LocationJungle Beach12 min drive

Room options

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Grand Deluxe Room

Grand Deluxe Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Minibar
  • 340 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room

Superior Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Minibar
  • 540.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Double Room

Classic Double Room

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Minibar
  • 290.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room | Living area

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Minibar
  • 380 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Pool
Levels Unawatuna
Pool
Parking included
Free WiFi
Restaurant
4.3 out of 5, Excellent, (75)
The price is AU$134
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
29 May - 30 May
Levels Unawatuna

About the area

Unawatuna

Thambapanni Retreat places you steps from Unawatuna Beach and within a 20-minute stroll of Japanese Peace Pagoda. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .A day of pampering can include massages and Ayurvedic treatments. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Continental breakfast is available daily. There's also limited parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 3-property class Unawatuna hotel, you'll be 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Jungle Beach and 2.8 km (1.7 mi) from Dalawella Beach.

What's nearby

  • Unawatuna Beach - 1 min walk
  • Spa Ceylon Boutique & Urban Spa - 10 min drive
  • Galle Lighthouse - 11 min drive
  • Galle Fort - 11 min drive
  • Jungle Beach - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Midigama Railway Station - 35 min drive
  • Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) - 121 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pink Elephant - 7 min walk
  • Unawatuna Beach Club - 6 min walk
  • Kingfisher - 5 min walk
  • Thaproban Beach Resort - 5 min walk
  • Shekira Restaurant - 6 min walk

About this property

Thambapanni Retreat

Comfortable hotel with spa services and 24-hour front desk
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. An outdoor pool, spa services, and a library are also featured at Thambapanni Retreat. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Unawatuna hotel.

  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Thambapanni Retreat offers 23 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including Ayurvedic.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available for a fee: USD 12 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Free cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Ballroom
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Laptop-compatible safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Thambapanni Retreat

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 50
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 25
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 50
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 25 (from 4 to 11 years old)

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately USD 12 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 85 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
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, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Property Registration Number GH/726

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Thambapanni Retreat Hotel Unawatuna
Thambapanni Retreat Hotel
Thambapanni Retreat Unawatuna
Thambapanni Retreat
Thambapanni Retreat Hotel
Thambapanni Retreat Unawatuna
Thambapanni Retreat Hotel Unawatuna

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Thambapanni Retreat?

Thambapanni Retreat offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Thambapanni Retreat?

As of 15 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thambapanni Retreat on 25 May 2024 start from AU$108.54, 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.

Is parking available at Thambapanni Retreat?

Yep, Thambapanni Retreat has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Thambapanni Retreat?

Yep, Thambapanni Retreat is a short 1-minute walk from Unawatuna Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling and scuba diving.

Is there a spa on site at Thambapanni Retreat?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like massages.

Does Thambapanni Retreat have a pool?

Thambapanni Retreat has an outdoor pool.

What makes Thambapanni Retreat a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Thambapanni Retreat.

Is Thambapanni Retreat family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as babysitting services and laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Thambapanni Retreat is a hit with families.

Does Thambapanni Retreat serve breakfast?

Yeah, continental breakfast is on offer daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Thambapanni Retreat?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Thambapanni Retreat?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Thambapanni Retreat?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Thambapanni Retreat?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Thambapanni Retreat Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cute little hotel.
Thambapanni Retreat is a cute little find in the heart of Unawatuna. I arrived late for the first nights stay and the only room left was a room above the kitchen which was extremely unpleasant and noisy with a window shining light through all evening. I have to say, Anil and his colleague ensured the next day I was upgraded due to the inconvenience and did their level best to resolve the matter.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Kuala Lumpur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely wonderful!. Great service, all of the staff on all levels are attentive and helpful. My room was fantastic, the breakfast was wonderful, location is great. I will definitely be back and for a longer stay. Yoga in the morning made my day, the massage therapists were great. I took a tour arranged by the hotel and it was fantastic. One of the nicest places I have stayed at.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A cute little hotel, made to feel special with plenty of friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were excellent and looked after us. Excellent food and the staff went out of their way to please us. Had an issue with my ears and one of the staff Arune came with us to the hospital to help us sort it out. I thank him for that. A lovely freindly guy. Stay here . Its perfect
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sebastien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Book it! Don’t wait.
Love love love this hotel! Amazing location - 5 min from the beach walking- the room was stunning and super comfy. The spa was GREAT!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel but they overbooked our room
We were overbooked so the room with balcony which we booked via hotels.com (which was prepaid) was available. Very disappointing as we ended up being put in an inside room with no balcony/patio. After discussing with manager we were moved to another room but only after 2 days, which meant us packing and moving out luggage not ideal. So please be careful if you book through hotels.com or Expedia as all the rooms they sell should have a balcony but you may be put in an inside room. Despite the room issues we did like the hotel, the staff were very accommodating and breakfast was fantastic. It’s a shame about mix up with room as we probably would of returned.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Charming little gem
Great staff, so friendly. Lovely large room, a little rough around the edges but all the more charming for it. Everything worked! Breakfast was good, good choice and super staff serving. Yoga available 8-9.30 for 1500LKR if that's your thing. Small pool but everything you need ie:- water, sunbeds etc. Location is great, tucked away from the busy main road yet only an easy 5 minute stroll to the beach and shops with plenty to offer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely Hotel
Fantastic staff, facilities & food. Thank You
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018