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Thambapanni Retreat
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8.8
/10
Very Good
39 reviews
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dominique
10.0
/ 10
everything is made to make you feel welcome, the staff is wonderful, from the cleaners to the pool technician, the cooks , the people at the reception and the manager, thank you all for this lovely stay!
the place is a little paradise on earth, the rooms, the restaurant, the swimming pool, the location, one of the best place we ever stay.
2 steps away from the beach, jungle, shopping, restaurants etc.., but away from the busy main street.
will defitinely come back!
Robert
10.0
/ 10
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.
George
10.0
/ 10
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
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Yaddehimulla Road, Unawatuna, Galle District, Southern Province, Sri Lanka
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Parking
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Yaddehimulla Road, Unawatuna, Galle District, Southern Province, Sri Lanka
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Location
Thambapanni Retreat is located in area / city Unawatuna.
About Thambapanni Retreat
Splendid service together with wide range of facilities provided will make you complain for nothing during your stay at Thambapanni Retreat.
Have an enjoyable and relaxing day at the pool, whether you’re traveling solo or with your loved ones.
Get the best deal for finest quality of spa treatment to unwind and rejuvenate yourself.
24-hours front desk is available to serve you, from check-in to check-out, or any assistance you need. Should you desire more, do not hesitate to ask the front desk, we are always ready to accommodate you.
Savor your favorite dishes with special cuisines from Thambapanni Retreat exclusively for you.
With all facilities offered, Thambapanni Retreat is the right place to stay.
All facilities in Thambapanni Retreat
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Hotel Services
- Laundry service
- Newspaper in lobby
- Tours
- Luggage storage
- 24-hour Receptionist
Things to Do
- Outdoor pool
- Garden
- Library
- Spa
General
- Ballroom
- Parking
- Smoking area
- Terrace
Public Facilities
- Others
- Restaurant
- Safety deposit box
Food and Drinks
- Bar
- Breakfast
Kids and Pets
- Babysitting with surcharge
Connectivity
- Free WiFi
Accessibilty
- Accessible parking
Shuttle Service
- Airport transfer (surcharge)
Accommodation Policy & General Information in Thambapanni Retreat
Important Note
- Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 12 per person
- Airport shuttle fee: USD 85 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 5)
- Rollaway bed fee: USD 15 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
- Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 50
- Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per child: USD 25 (from 4 to 11 years old)
- New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 50
- New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: USD 25 (from 4 to 11 years old)
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
- 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 smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). To arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. The host will greet guests on arrival.
Hotel only accepts guests with minimum age of 16
Check-in/Check-out Time
Check-in:
From 14:00
Check-out:
Before 11:00
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General Information
Popular Facilities | Swimming Pool, Restaurant, 24-Hour Front Desk, Parking, WiFi |
Check-In / Check-Out Time | From 14:00 - Before 11:00 |
Breakfast Availability | Yes, hotel has room that provide breakfast |
Available rooms at Thambapanni Retreat | 23 |
Another facilities in Thambapanni Retreat | Laundry service, Newspaper in lobby, Tours, Luggage storage, 24-hour Receptionist |
Frequently asked question in Thambapanni Retreat
What are available facilities at Thambapanni Retreat?
There are top facilites at Thambapanni Retreat such as Swimming Pool, Restaurant, 24-Hour Front Desk, Parking, WiFi. (some may require extra charges)
What is normal check-in & check-out time at Thambapanni Retreat?
The standard check-in time at Thambapanni Retreat is starting from From 14:00 while the latest check-out time is at Before 11:00
Does Thambapanni Retreat provide breakfast?
Yes, Thambapanni Retreat provides breakfast. However, you need to choose a room with breakfast or pay extra charge if you book a room without breakfast.
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8.8
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From 39 reviews
Cleanliness
8.6
Room Comfort
8.4
Location
6.0
Service and Facilites
9.2
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Elliot
Friends and Family
8.0
/10
Reviewed 25 week(s) ago
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Nice facility, our room was fairly unique with some fake rock. Our daughter's room had a cool outdoor bathtub. You get great use of two other Thambapanni resorts in the area. Rooms are large and interesting. Very musty. The air conditioner needed to be maintained to keep mildew out. Clothes drying rack, nice bathroom and good breakfast. Super accommodating staff.
Unawatuna is a bit of a Russian tourist trap. Aggressive tuktuk drivers and merchants. Jungle Beach nice but crowded. The Sea Waves restaurant is awesome for dinner!
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dominique
Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 72 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
everything is made to make you feel welcome, the staff is wonderful, from the cleaners to the pool technician, the cooks , the people at the reception and the manager, thank you all for this lovely stay!
the place is a little paradise on earth, the rooms, the restaurant, the swimming pool, the location, one of the best place we ever stay.
2 steps away from the beach, jungle, shopping, restaurants etc.., but away from the busy main street.
will defitinely come back!
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Verified traveler
8.0
/10
Reviewed 176 week(s) ago
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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.
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Robert
Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 298 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
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.
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Leisure
8.0
/10
Reviewed 298 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
A cute little hotel, made to feel special with plenty of friendly staff.
George
Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 329 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
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
Sebastien
10.0
/10
Reviewed 331 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
Love love love this hotel! Amazing location - 5 min from the beach walking- the room was stunning and super comfy. The spa was GREAT!
Lisa
8.0
/10
Reviewed 335 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
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.
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Mark
10.0
/10
Reviewed 337 week(s) ago
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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.
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Jesse
10.0
/10
Reviewed 344 week(s) ago
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Fantastic staff, facilities & food. Thank You
sean
6.0
/10
Reviewed 381 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
First, the staff were not very welcoming. They were not churpy. We did not get the room we booked, it was much smaller than advertised so do not get sucked in like we did.
Pros
Big bathroom
Soft bed
safe
Cons
Terrible breakfast, very basic
Room service did not speak english
We ordered a Hawaiian but received a tomato pizza
Air con was terrible
Electricity kept on going out
No hot water
small bath tub
lights outside the room you cant control they were on all night
location was not the greatest, had to walk about 10 min to the beach
Checkout was slow and bad service
The door was so small
The massage was soft when i asked her hard 10 times
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Verified traveler
10.0
/10
Reviewed 382 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Amazing staff. Buffett breakfast in the morning. Walking distance to Unawatuna Beach, or walk to Jungle Beach is a little further. Nice pool. It's set back off the road for quiet. This isn't a five star hotel, but it's a good value for what I paid and what you get.
Doreen
8.0
/10
Reviewed 384 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
This is a fantastic hotel, however at first we were put in the very top room up a flight of 132 stairs! This room has a great view of the sea, etc but my husband has a bad knee and a heart condition so it wasn't at all suitable. The next day we were moved to a fantastic room lower down, the management were excellent. We were not aware if this issue when booking
The staff in the restaurant were lovely, nothing was too much trouble,
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Verified traveler
10.0
/10
Reviewed 389 week(s) ago
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Might find different kind of insects in the room, but that's the why it is, its in the middle of jungle, I've stayed in superior and deluxe room and I like them both, it is located 5 mins. away the busy beach. I love each room has it's own outdoor resting area nice for a book. Wi-fi is not too stable, breakfast is simple buffet with some local dishes. Front office manager was helpful, restaurant staff. the bald man is such a sweet heart, can't wait to go back!
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Elaine
10.0
/10
Reviewed 394 week(s) ago
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Greated with a warm smile wonderful welcome excellent service helped me arrange whale watching and turtle sanctuary
The yoga classes are fantastic very knowledgeable teacher and very relaxing
Of all the places I visited I would recommend Unawatuna
I loved my room which was in the canopy of bamboo and palms
Every day the monkeys were a joy to watch along with the parrots
Thank you for my stay I will be back
Elaine and Savanna from Edinburgh
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Verified traveler
10.0
/10
Reviewed 395 week(s) ago
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Nice hotel, perfect for a couple of nights with a young baby. Friendly staff as well.
Suzanne
8.0
/10
Reviewed 396 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Really warm welcome after a long journey, staff always ready to help, wonderful location, especially when the monkeys cross the grounds , clean with fresh flowers every day
Good breakfast
Great massage, and lovely masseur
Yoga every morning, with a very patient teacher
Would recommend
Shaun
10.0
/10
Reviewed 408 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Great hotel great staff great time had here for two weeks. Great start point for exploring south sri Lanka .
Anna
8.0
/10
Reviewed 409 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
This boutique hotel was exactly what we were looking for... classic design, comfortable, friendly and set amongst nature. Just a few minutes walk to the beach, restaurants, bars etc. Staff were excellent.. nothing was too much trouble. We loved our stay.
Eddie and Tina
10.0
/10
Reviewed 420 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
We stayed 10 days at the hotel, Piomy ( if I spell her name right) was very helpfull and sweet. There are many little restaurants around, and close to the beach.
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