Thambapanni Retreat
Thambapanni Retreat
You might be eligible for a Genius discount at Thambapanni Retreat. Sign in to check if a Genius discount is available for your selected dates.
Genius discounts at this property are subject to booking dates, stay dates, and other available deals.
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.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free Wifi
- Airport shuttle
- Spa
- Free parking
- Restaurant
- Terrace
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
Sign in, save money

Guest reviews
Categories:
Select topics to read reviews:
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.” - Louise
United Kingdom
“What a fantastic gem of a hotel, this was one of our favourites during our journey around Sri Lanka. This hotel is like arriving in a little peaceful oasis in the middle of Unawatuna. We arrived early around 11am and the hotel allowed us to...” - Rod
Australia
“Beautiful setting and pool, very comfortable rooms, great friendly and attentive service from all staff” - Katrín
Iceland
“I stayed here with my sister for three nights. I highly recommend this place. It is beautiful, the rooms are spacious and so clean and the bed was so comfortable. The breakfast is amazing and our last night we had dinner at their restaurant and it...” - Carolyn
New Zealand
“pool bit small and didn't love the location of it right beside reception, but was still nice and was pretty, could do with more loungers”
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
Amenities of Thambapanni Retreat
Most popular amenities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free Wifi
- Airport shuttle
- Spa
- Free parking
- Restaurant
- Terrace
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Electric kettle
Room Amenities
- Drying rack for clothing
- Clothes rack
PetsPets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Activities
- Bicycle rentalAdditional charge
- Cooking classAdditional charge
- Tour or class about local cultureAdditional charge
- Happy hourAdditional charge
- Themed dinnersAdditional charge
- Bike toursAdditional charge
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- SnorkelingAdditional chargeOff-site
- DivingAdditional chargeOff-site
- CyclingOff-site
- HikingOff-site
- FishingAdditional chargeOff-site
Living Area
- Desk
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Satellite channels
- Telephone
- TV
Food & Drink
- FruitAdditional charge
- Wine/ChampagneAdditional charge
- Kids' mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Bar
- Minibar
- Tea/Coffee maker
InternetWifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
ParkingFree private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Front Desk Services
- Invoice provided
- Baggage storage
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
Entertainment & Family Services
- Babysitting/Child servicesAdditional charge
Cleaning Services
- Daily housekeeping
- Suit pressAdditional charge
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
Safety & security
- CCTV outside property
- 24-hour security
- Safe
General
- Air conditioning
- Wake-up service
- Fan
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Room service
Outdoor swimming poolFree!
- Open all year
- Pool/Beach towels
Spa
- Yoga classes
- Full-body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- Spa/Wellness packages
- Spa facilities
- Beach umbrellasAdditional charge
- MassageAdditional charge
- SpaAdditional charge
Languages Spoken
- English
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
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.