Thambapanni Retreat is located in Unawatuna, a 5-minute walk from Unawatuna Beach. It features 2 dining options, an outdoor swimming pool and rooms with a TV. Free Wi-Fi and parking are provided. Retreat Thambapanni is a 10-minute drive from Galle Fort and Koggala Lake. The National Maritime Museum is a 15-minute drive from the hotel. Air-conditioned rooms at Thambapanni come with wooden flooring, dark wood furnishings and a 4-poster bed. All are fitted with a fan and an private bathroom with shower facilities. Guests can enjoy relaxing Ayurvedic oil massages, practice yoga or rent a bicycle to explore the area. For convenience, laundry services are also offered upon request. Available for all-day dining, the restaurant serves a variety of Asian and European fusion dishes. Room service is provided.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

  • Located in the best-rated area in Unawatuna, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.1

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

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, American, Buffet

Free private parking available at the hotel


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Gary
United States United States
clean quiet peacefull great location friendly, helpful fantastic room, good food.
Barry
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Amazing staff and perfect location. Just a stone's throw away from the busy beach and town yet peaceful and quiet.
Declan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The thing I will remember most about our stay here was how incredibly friendly and accommodating the staff were. Enjoyed the breakfast too.
Plamin
India India
Thambapanni Retreat was one of the best hotels we stayed at during our trip to Sri Lanka. It has a rustic vibe to its facility and has quality amenities. The room was as mentioned on Booking.com and also came with a complimentary massage option....
Ayesh
Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
Very friendly crew and very helpful. The location is also very quiet and calm. Food is also great 👍. They have other two hotels and we can use the facilities of those hotels also.
Julie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The team were amazing and gave extra in kindness and helpfulness.
Conor
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The decor of this hotel is very tastefully done. We really loved the pool and the grilled fresh seafood at night. Have to say the staff here we're amazing especially Anil!
Anamaria
Romania Romania
The stuff is very polite, friendly and always eager to help. We received recommendations on what to do while being in Unawatuna and they were very helpful. The food from of the restaurant is very tasty.
Noni
Australia Australia
The pool was beautiful and enjoyed by all family and friends staying. Breakfast was fabulous. Great variety of Sri Lankan and Western options. Tom secured some amazing tuna and had it cooked for our dinner. It was sensational. Thilak was a...
Donna
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The room we had was adorable, clean and very comfortable

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    Pizza • Seafood • Local • International
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Modern
  • Dietary options
    Halal • Vegetarian

Amenities of Thambapanni Retreat

Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Terrace
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

House rules

Thambapanni Retreat takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
$15 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
3 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
$15 per child, per night
12+ years
Extra bed upon request
$20 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please present the same credit card used to guarantee your booking when checking in or making payment at the property.

If you are making payment using another cardholder's credit card, please provide the following to the property prior to your arrival:

1) Authorization letter with cardholder's signature

2) Copy of the cardholder's card (front and back of card with cardholder's signature)

3) Copy of the cardholder’s passport or driver’s license

Please note that the property may contact the cardholder for verification purposes.

Please note the below compulsory gala dinner supplement:

Christmas eve USD adult 45 child 22.5 (2-11 years)

New Year's eve USD adult 50 child 25 (2-11 years)

*All payment to be collected by the hotel directly

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

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

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