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VIlla Thawthisa

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with 2 outdoor pools and steam room

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VIlla Thawthisa

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2 outdoor pools, sun loungers
Exterior detail
Premium Penthouse, Sea View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Delicatessen
Front of property

Overview of VIlla Thawthisa

Reviews
7.4

Good

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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Map
Dewala Road, Yaddehimulla, Unawatuna, Southern Province
  • Popular LocationJungle Beach8 min walk
  • Popular LocationUnawatuna Beach6 min drive
  • Popular LocationGalle Lighthouse12 min drive
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Room options

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Superior Room, Private Pool | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, Private Pool

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Private pool
Air conditioning
LED TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, Pool Access

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Private pool
Air conditioning
LED TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Private pool
Air conditioning
LED TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
  • 390 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Private pool
Air conditioning
LED TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Penthouse, Sea View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Premium Penthouse, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Private pool
Air conditioning
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Villa, Sea View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Luxury Villa, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Private pool
Air conditioning
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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The price is $63
per night
$83 total
includes taxes & fees
May 3 - May 4
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About the neighborhood

Unawatuna

Located in Unawatuna, VIlla Thawthisa is near the beach. Galle National Museum and National Maritime Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Galle Harbour and Spa Ceylon Boutique & Urban Spa. Looking to get your feet wet? Scuba diving and snorkeling adventures can be found near the property.
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What's nearby

  • Jungle Beach - 8 min walk
  • Unawatuna Beach - 6 min drive
  • Spa Ceylon Boutique & Urban Spa - 11 min drive
  • Galle Lighthouse - 12 min drive
  • Galle Fort - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Midigama Railway Station - 36 min drive
  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 123 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pink Elephant - 11 min walk
  • Unawatuna Beach Club - 11 min walk
  • Kingfisher - 10 min walk
  • Thaproban Beach Resort - 10 min walk
  • Shekira Restaurant - 11 min walk

About this property

VIlla Thawthisa

Luxury hotel by the sea
A free grocery shopping service, a terrace, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at VIlla Thawthisa. For some rest and relaxation, visit the steam room. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in the lobby, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool, with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and express check-in
  • Concierge services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at VIlla Thawthisa offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and private pools, as well as perks like air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and shower/tub combinations
  • LED TVs with satellite channels
  • Balconies or patios, separate sitting areas, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Private in-room pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • LED TV with satellite channels
  • Private pool

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

Outdoor space

  • Balcony/patio

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 1, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 75
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 37.5 (from 6 to 12 years old)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 120.00 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

VIlla Thawthisa Hotel Unawatuna
VIlla Thawthisa Hotel
VIlla Thawthisa Unawatuna
VIlla Thawthisa
VIlla Thawthisa Hotel
VIlla Thawthisa Unawatuna
VIlla Thawthisa Hotel Unawatuna

Frequently asked questions

Does VIlla Thawthisa have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at VIlla Thawthisa?

As of Apr 19, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at VIlla Thawthisa on Apr 23, 2024 start from $181.69, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is VIlla Thawthisa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at VIlla Thawthisa?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at VIlla Thawthisa?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at VIlla Thawthisa?

Check-out is at noon.

Does VIlla Thawthisa provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 120.00 per vehicle applies.

Where is VIlla Thawthisa located?

Situated by the sea, this luxury hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Jungle Beach and Japanese Peace Pagoda. Unawatuna Beach and Dalawella Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

VIlla Thawthisa Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 62 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 62 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 62 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 62 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 62 reviews" "

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Darrel

It was the worst hotel experience we had ever. Rooms were full with mosquitos,bed linen and pillow case covers was not changed when we arrived and they changed them after we checked in to the room and they sprayed bugs spray all over and it was difficult to breathe. It was raining and that room's electricity went off 4 times and each time it went to we had to run to the reception to inform them as they did not pickup phone. Finally they changed us to a difference room.food was worst.. after getting dinner,I felt sick. I had loose motion and vomiting till next day morning.then my husband got the same condition. When we ask whether they got any medicine they said no. It was around 3.00 a.m. we asked. Next day morning we didn't even had breakfast and quickly checked out from this awful place went straight to a doctor.. It was a worst experience we had ever...I'm so sorry about the money we spent to book it as full board.. we even made a complaint to the hotel manager,but they seems didn't even care.. I will not recommend this place to anybody...
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Modern Hotel
Do NOT listen to the negative reviews regarding this hotel. I have stayed at two other hotels in this area and was very displeased and checked out earlier. This is the only hotel that met my expectations of a 4 star hotel. It is modern, and incredibly aesthetically pleasing. The views are absolutely incredible. The food is very tasty. The staff is incredibly professional and helpful. If you are looking for a hotel on the beach, this is not the hotel. However, if you are more concerned with views, and a pool that is pleasing to the eye, this is your hotel. I really wish I would have ignored the negative reviews of this hotel, and selected this hotel from the beginning, as it is certainly more so what I am used to when I book 4 and 5 star hotels. Book this hotel, you will not regret it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

2/10 Terrible

Bipasha, Bangalore, India

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
WONT RECCOMEND THIS HOTEL TO ANYONE
We had booked Superior Room With Sea View with direct Access to Pool. Following were our experience: - unclean & unkept rooms, toilets, swimming pool. The doors didnt lock properly, AC wasnt cooling the room enough. - the jacuzzi area was very untidy and toilets didnt have the basics like dental kit, body lotion. - the shampoo and shower gel provided were of very poor quality. You expect better quality from so called " BOUTIQUE HOTELS" - they served cold buffet spread. Guests reaching after 1 hour of buffet timing wont get all the spread (both at breakfast and dinner) - too highly priced buffet dinner - they charge extra for more than 2 water bottles per day (never heard of this in any part of sri lankan hotels) - 1 bottle of 1 lt would cost you Srilankan Rupees 300 + taxes (exorbitantly high) - staff not freindly neither eifficient. -rooms very badly maintained. I would never recommend this hotel to anybody looking for a good quality service, good food and good stay. Me and my husband were very very disappointed by the overall experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ruth, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel with stunning views
We stayed 2 nights and had a great time at Villa Thawthisa. Beautiful swimming pool and amazing view from our room. It was a very steep drive up to the hotel, you may have to bail out of the tuk tuk for it to make it up the hill! The hotel provided a free tuk tuk down to their sister hotel on the beach which we made use of. Stunning beach at Unawatuna but watch out for the strong currents.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018

4/10 Poor

Michel, Toronto

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Overpriced hotel far from the beach
We arrived at night a day late due to one of our party being sick, but there was no leniency in altering our arrival date even with more than 24 hours notice; we already expected as much, since it was impossible to cancel our booking at any time without forfeiting half our fee. The place has a beautiful view of the ocean and jungles from the rooms, and especially from the restaurant, but the rooms are stark, with some sort of industrial aesthetic that is jarring for Sri Lanka. There are nice pools and each room has a balcony, but also a glass wall, so at pool level that might be an issue: we wereon the 3rd floor. It is a very good hike to the beach, so anyone with mobility issues be warned! Luckily, we arrived with a car and driver, but there were no quarters for the driver at the hotel and the nearest was at another hotel; otherwise, there are just a few shuttles into and back from town. The reception staff and kitchen staff were cheerful and professional, but the restaurant prices were as if we were staying at a 5 star in Colombo, which this place, in my estimation, was not.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic views
What a wonderful view. We had the ground floor rooms that had direct access to the pool. It was like we had our own private pool. Staff were very attentive. Food was nice. Breakfast buffet was a good western style, eggs cooked as you wish. Restaurant is on the top floor wiht 200 degree views of Unawatuna. A wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017

2/10 Terrible

raj, london

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Tourist rip off not worth 140 dollars per night
Do not be fooled. This is a shabby, unfinished, poorly designed, poorly maintained (by unskilled workers particularly the paintwork in the rooms) hotel which does not come close to a 4 star. I have seen better 3 star hotels at half the cost. Do not be duped by the description "Boutique Hotel". It is a tourist rip off. Some of the issues/ problems are listed below: 1. The hotel appears to have been built as cheaply as possible. Thy did not even bother to complete the external facade or the hallways / common parts with tiles or even paint as all is left as is bare concrete trying to be disguised as polished concrete - poorly done by cheap labour with cracks everywhere and discolouration and wrong materials. 2. The bathrooms are poorly designed - you have to bathe in the nude in full view of the front of the hotel and the public. 3. we traveled as a family - there was no privacy for bathroom facilities which meant each time you wanted to use the shower or toilet, others had to vacate the room entirely as the bathroom is just separated by glass which is poorly obscured by cheap stick on film which goes only half way up and still does not provide adequate privacy 4. The bathroom sinks were too low. The average height should be around 900mm high off the ground. Ours was only around 500mm which meant you had to kneel down to brush your teeth - what a joke 5. No towel holders or hooks to keep your clothes - 6. appalling large side board around the bed which meant getting in and ou
Filthy bed they provided
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

4/10 Poor

pat , nd

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Not worth 140 dollars
Food was cold ... just dull looking hotel. Has not been painted. Pool area has no bar .. no music .. fitness room is a disaster. Staff is great .. young manager is great. Needs a better road almost broke my car driving in to that.

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Frankenstein hotel
Broken. This place was conceived with "design" in mind, but then everything went wrong in execution. Everything is essentially broken. The restaurant's roof leaks under rain (in a tropical country!). The rooms have these weird glass walls that can't be blinded during the night. The bathrooms are even weirder, essentially outside the room exposed to people in the pool. Shower drain clogged, only scorching hot water, etc... The nice pictures of the pool and views, and the definition of "boutique hotel" make this place essentially an intentional scam. The only redeeming virtue is that the poor souls employed here are actually quite nice. But the £275 per night we paid make me still angry when I think back to the whole experience. Please, please, please stay away.

General hotel information

Check-In Time
2:00 PM
Check-Out Time
12:00 PM
Star Rating
5.0
Address
Dewala Road, Yaddehimulla, Unawatuna, Southern Province