Thambapanni Retreat

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Scored 8.9
Rated fabulous

Cheapest option at this property for 2 adults, 1 child

1 × Standard Double Room
Price for:
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
Bed: 1 large double bed
Free cot available on request
Free stay for your child
Partially refundable
Pay the property before arrival
Breakfast included
We have 4 left
US$60 per night
Original price
US$225
Late Escape Deal
- US$45
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$180
US$60 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
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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 en suite 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 particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
  • Free cot available on request

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Situated in the best rated area in Unawatuna, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.2

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

  • Top pick by families with children

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, American, Buffet

Free private parking available at the hotel

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+ Deluxe Double Room
  • Partially refundable
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Continental breakfast included
  • 1 large double bed
US$216 for 3 nights
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Recommended for 2 adults, 1 child

1 × Standard Double Room
Price for:
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
Bed: 1 large double bed
Free cot available on request
Free stay for your child
Partially refundable
Pay the property before arrival
Breakfast included
We have 4 left
US$60 per night
Original price
US$225
Late Escape Deal
- US$45
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$180
US$60 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Reserve
Don't worry — pressing this button won't charge you anything!

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Deluxe Double Room
  • 1 large double bed
Free cot available on request
280 feet²
Balcony
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Minibar
Free WiFi
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • Toilet
  • Sofa
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Satellite channels
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Hairdryer
  • Fan
  • Electric kettle
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Cable channels
  • Wake-up service
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Dining area
  • Dining table
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Clothes rack
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Toilet paper
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$72 per night
Original price
US$270
Late Escape Deal
- US$54
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$216
US$72 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
20% off
20% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: 1 % City tax, 18 % VAT
  • Good breakfast included
  • Partially refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
  • discount may be available
  • •
    We have 2 left
  • Free stay for your child
Superior Double Room
We have 2 left
  • 1 large double bed
Free cot available on request
240 feet²
Balcony
Garden view
Bath
Air conditioning
Patio
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Minibar
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$95 per night
Original price
US$356.25
Late Escape Deal
- US$71.25
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$285
US$95 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
20% off
20% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: 1 % City tax, 18 % VAT
  • Good breakfast US$10
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
  • discount may be available
  • Free stay for your child
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$100 per night
Original price
US$375
Late Escape Deal
- US$75
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$300
US$100 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
20% off
20% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: 1 % City tax, 18 % VAT
  • Good breakfast included
  • Partially refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
  • discount may be available
  • Free stay for your child
Standard Double Room
Recommended for 2 adults, 1 child
  • 1 large double bed
Free cot available on request
220 feet²
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Minibar
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$60 per night
Original price
US$225
Late Escape Deal
- US$45
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$180
US$60 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
20% off
20% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: 1 % City tax, 18 % VAT
  • Good breakfast included
  • Partially refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
  • discount may be available
  • •
    We have 4 left
  • Free stay for your child
  • You won't be charged yet
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Christine
    Germany Germany
    “Best Pool we‘ve had so far in SL. Super fresh water and only little chemicals. The people and staff are very kind and lovely. Massage, Yoga and Reiki was amazing!!”
  • Ankit
    India India
    “The staff was very friendly, Laxman and the property manager- Tushara were really knowledgable and helpful with everything regarding the stay.”
  • Kimberly
    Australia Australia
    “We loved our stay in the jungly location just steps from the main road and therefore so quiet and peaceful. Great pool with shaded areas at all times if you want to escape the sun. Breakfast was good, though maybe repetitive. Room was huge with...”
  • Emma
    Spain 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 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 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.”
  • Jayan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Nice and clean property we have stayed twice now. They have a beach front restaurant as well with a shuttle service from hotel to beach. Breakfast was excellent. Front office there was a gentlemen’s and lady was very helpful on the 5th July 25”
  • Louise
    United Kingdom 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 Australia
    “Beautiful setting and pool, very comfortable rooms, great friendly and attentive service from all staff”
  • Katrín
    Iceland 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...”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      Pizza • Seafood • Local • International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian

House rules

Thambapanni Retreat takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

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

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
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The fine print

Need-to-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) Authorisation 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 identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

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