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About this property

Housed in a restored Dutch colonial building, Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel features 2 swimming pools, a huge garden and free parking on site. Ayurvedic treatments are available. WiFi is available for free in the property's reception area, lobby and restaurant. Guest rooms are fitted with a private veranda with views of the pool, lake or mountain. The private bathroom comes with toiletries and hot shower. Guests can enjoy massages at the Ayurvedic spa. The staff at the tour desk can assist with making travel arrangements. The on-site restaurant serves a variety of local dishes. Guests can also enjoy meals in the comfort of their own rooms. A 10-minute walk from Unawatuna Beach, Hotel Nooit Gedacht Heritage is 3.1 mi from the Galle Fortress and 74 mi from Colombo. Bandaranaike International Airport is 93 mi away. Mini fridge is only available in the Superior Room. Guests can have their meals Buffet OR A ' la Carte at the Governor's Cafe. We serve a wide range of dishes Eastern & Western. Hotel has a Gym, Pool side Bar and a Herbal Spa.

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 9.0

    • Free private parking available at the hotel


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
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1 queen bed
2 twin beds
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1 queen bed
2 twin beds
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1 king bed
2 full beds
2 twin beds
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1 full bed
1 full bed
1 twin bed
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1 queen bed
1 twin bed
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1 full bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Lloyd
    India India
    Asthetic look of the building and maintenance...special mention to the treking feature to the jungle beach
  • Geert
    Thailand Thailand
    Nice big rooms, quiet location, nice pool. Good breakfast . Very well maintained old heritage hotel
  • Pragyee
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    Everything, the location, the garden, the pool, so much space, quiet, clean. Absolutely amazing
  • Floriana
    Italy Italy
    Stunning mansion with beautiful garden and all facilities you need. Good buffet breakfast and chill ambience to enjoy Unawatuna outside the crowded town center. Close to bus station, railway and beach just 15min walk away. Great value for money.
  • Suparna
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Friendliness and attentiveness of staff was exceptional. Good food , tranquil atmosphere away from busy town but very close to beach and attractions . It was the perfect place to unwind.
  • Vikram
    India India
    The property itself is stunning. Well maintained and super clean.
  • Ardit
    Azerbaijan Azerbaijan
    This is one of the best options you can find in Unawatuna when it comes to the nature, service and location. It is a Dutch style resort managed by locals. This is one of the few options where the breakfast is buffet. Tasty food and quite rich is...
  • Catherine
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    Excellent location. A very large pool and that was cleaned every day. Lovely gardens surrounding the property. Very quiet despite being situated on a busy road. Very friendly and helpful staff. We opted for the Superior Double room, which was a...
  • Esteball
    Belgium Belgium
    Love the overal feel of the hotel! The old colonial buildings are gorgeous. The staff is lovely and the services are super nice. Well stuffed bar, clean and beautiful well maintained pool, with extra towels provided. Breakfast was very good and...
  • Aya
    Egypt Egypt
    The Hotel is beautiful, you are surrounded by greenery allover the premises. Great Pool. Breakfast was delicious and filling. Staff are polite and friendly, we had an issue with our room and were upgraded immediately to a very comfortable room....

Hotel area info

Restaurants

2 Restaurants On Site
  • Governor's Resturent
    • Cuisine
      Chinese • Indian • Italian • Seafood • Local • Asian • International • Grill/BBQ
  • Restaurant #2
    • Cuisine
      Chinese • Indian • Pizza • Seafood • Asian • International • Grill/BBQ
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic

House rules

Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel (Original Dutch Governors House) takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 1:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
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+ years
Extra bed upon request
$20 per person, per night

Prices for 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 allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no cribs available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that internet access in public areas is only available at the reception area, lobby and restaurant.

Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel is the original Dutch governors house and there are no branches anywhere in the vicinity.

Please note that extra person charges includes breakfast.

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.

Please inform Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel (Original Dutch Governors House) of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.

When booking half board, note that drinks are not included.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

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