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About this property
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 9.1 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free Wifi
- Airport shuttle
- Spa
- Free parking
- Restaurant
- Terrace
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Declan
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
“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
“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
“The team were amazing and gave extra in kindness and helpfulness.” - Conor
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
“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.” - Shyla
United Kingdom
“We were a large group and this was an ideal hotel for us. The rooms were lovely and most of us had balcony’s which were up high and felt like you were in the jungle and you could watch the monkeys. The staff really looked after us. We also had...” - Emma
Spain
“The location was fantastic, just set back from the road a little, quiet and a very peaceful atmosphere. I had a reiki session while I was there and it was one of the best I have had. Rooms were comfortable and the air con worked brilliantly. Staff...” - Willem
Netherlands
“Room & pool were nice & clean. Room smelled nice, towels for pool are provider. Bed was a bit wobbly & shower gave hardly any water. The view in room was nice but maybe not in balance with the 140 steps stairs we had to take to get to our room. I...” - Chantelle
United Kingdom
“A true gem of a hotel. The staff were amazing, the rooms were spotless, the kids loved the pool and the food was delightful. Centrally located for the shops, beaches and bars.”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- CuisinePizza • Seafood • Local • International
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Modern
- Dietary optionsHalal • Vegetarian
House rules
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
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.



The fine print
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.