VIlla Thawthisa
Hotel in Southern Province
2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
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About this hotel
Luxury hotel with 2 outdoor pools and a steam room
Along with 2 outdoor pools, this hotel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free beach shuttle are also provided. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, a steam room, and 24-hour room service.
VIlla Thawthisa offers 23 accommodations with private pools and minibars. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. LED televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.
2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a steam room.
Along with 2 outdoor pools, this hotel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free beach shuttle are also provided. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, a steam room, and 24-hour room service.
VIlla Thawthisa offers 23 accommodations with private pools and minibars. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. LED televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.
This Unawatuna hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers, and safes. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a steam room.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Hot tub or spa
TV
Garden
Map of Southern Province
Available Rooms
Deluxe Double Room
Beds not specified • 390 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Superior Room, Pool Access
Beds not specified • 300 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Standard Room
Beds not specified
Sleeps 2
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Superior Room, Private Pool
Beds not specified
Sleeps 2
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Luxury Villa, Sea View
Beds not specified
Sleeps 2
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Reviews
0.5
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...
0.5
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...
5.0
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.
5.0
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.
1.0
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.
1.0
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.
5.0
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.
5.0
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.
2.0
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.
2.5
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.
2.0
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.
2.5
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.
1.0
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
1.0
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
5.0
We've booked the standard sea view room, but've got the deluxe double room (with the "open" bathroom) at the check-in without any additional costs, and we found the room very good. The ocean view from the room balcony and even from the bed was fantastic. We've took a half-board in the hotel and never regretted our decision - the chef made brilliant and very delicious dishes for the dinner, and the breakfast was also good. And it costed cheaper compared to paying for the same dinner separetely afterwards. Additionally, the view from the restaurant terrace was amazing.
Staff is very friendly and everybody speaks english (at least on the basic level).
The current owner and the head manager always try to keep the hotel in a good condition, overwatching other staff and are often personally present during the working hours or even at dinner.
The Unawatuna beach is nice and only 10-15 minutes walk. You can use the beach beds from the hotel restaurant (Cormaran Beach Club) and get the beach towels there as well (beach beds are free and towels cost only 50 rupees per day).
The food in the beach restaurant itself we cannot recommend, though. Opposed to the hotel's restaurant, the beach restaurant has very average but overpriced food (you can find the same food at other beach restaurants, but twice as cheap).
5.0
We've booked the standard sea view room, but've got the deluxe double room (with the "open" bathroom) at the check-in without any additional costs, and we found the room very good. The ocean view from the room balcony and even from the bed was fantastic. We've took a half-board in the hotel and never regretted our decision - the chef made brilliant and very delicious dishes for the dinner, and the breakfast was also good. And it costed cheaper compared to paying for the same dinner separetely afterwards. Additionally, the view from the restaurant terrace was amazing.
Staff is very friendly and everybody speaks english (at least on the basic level).
The current owner and the head manager always try to keep the hotel in a good condition, overwatching other staff and are often personally present during the working hours or even at dinner.
The Unawatuna beach is nice and only 10-15 minutes walk. You can use the beach beds from the hotel restaurant (Cormaran Beach Club) and get the beach towels there as well (beach beds are free and towels cost only 50 rupees per day).
The food in the beach restaurant itself we cannot recommend, though. Opposed to the hotel's restaurant, the beach restaurant has very average but overpriced food (you can find the same food at other beach restaurants, but twice as cheap).
2.0
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.
2.0
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.
2.0
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.
2.0
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.
1.0
Just dreadful, no coffee at breakfast, no water to drink, not clean, useless service. No communication between staff. such a disappointment. No privacy in room, can walk from the pool into the room with no lock on bathroom door. i felt unsafe.
1.0
Just dreadful, no coffee at breakfast, no water to drink, not clean, useless service. No communication between staff. such a disappointment. No privacy in room, can walk from the pool into the room with no lock on bathroom door. i felt unsafe.
2.0
The hotel is perched above the main Unawatuna beach area - a bumpy ride up the hill. It is a modern concrete design with great views over the coast.
Good - rooms have a funky design, large rooms, very bright (all white), good aircon, tv & cable, nice pool patio with lounges and chairs, great views, food was OK (new chef so will get better), very good large pool.
Not so good - they have open-to-air bathrooms so no aircon, there was effectively no hot water in our room - took 10 mins to get lukewarm, floors in bathroom are very slippery when wet, lots of wear and tear in the rooms - loose taps, scraping door, gaps in plaster around fittings, flaky chair covering, room gets very light in the morning.
If they kept the rooms better maintained it would be very good.
If you want to hang out and relax it's not bad - we paid around US$100 for a good room as it's low season - i wouldn't want to pay much more when it's busy - if they fixed a few of the wear and tear issues it would be much better.
2.0
The hotel is perched above the main Unawatuna beach area - a bumpy ride up the hill. It is a modern concrete design with great views over the coast.
Good - rooms have a funky design, large rooms, very bright (all white), good aircon, tv & cable, nice pool patio with lounges and chairs, great views, food was OK (new chef so will get better), very good large pool.
Not so good - they have open-to-air bathrooms so no aircon, there was effectively no hot water in our room - took 10 mins to get lukewarm, floors in bathroom are very slippery when wet, lots of wear and tear in the rooms - loose taps, scraping door, gaps in plaster around fittings, flaky chair covering, room gets very light in the morning.
If they kept the rooms better maintained it would be very good.
If you want to hang out and relax it's not bad - we paid around US$100 for a good room as it's low season - i wouldn't want to pay much more when it's busy - if they fixed a few of the wear and tear issues it would be much better.
2.0
Quite enjoyable but I have expected more at this price.
2.0
Quite enjoyable but I have expected more at this price.
2.0
Modern boutique hotel tucked away in the hills overlooking a lush jungle. Hotel has the potential to be really great, however, it appears somewhat neglected in areas. Little extras can make it a great little spot for total relaxation. Door locks, including bathroom doors malfunction; no hooks for hanging towels in bathroom; mold by pool; etc. But overall, a great find. Lana, the hotel manager is great.
2.0
Modern boutique hotel tucked away in the hills overlooking a lush jungle. Hotel has the potential to be really great, however, it appears somewhat neglected in areas. Little extras can make it a great little spot for total relaxation. Door locks, including bathroom doors malfunction; no hooks for hanging towels in bathroom; mold by pool; etc. But overall, a great find. Lana, the hotel manager is great.
2.5
This hotel has a modern design. We stayed at a room directly by the pool and it was a fun experience. The hotel is few minutes away from the beach.
2.5
This hotel has a modern design. We stayed at a room directly by the pool and it was a fun experience. The hotel is few minutes away from the beach.
2.0
Its was remarkable stay, I love every single moments of it.
View from rooms balcony was simply awesome.
However, sometimes i was bit fed up with so many incects and lazzards coming into toilets and balcony areas in the evenings, usually staff was quick to come and get rid of them.
But they have to take some steps so that they do not arrive at all.
I would have given 5 out of 5 only the above mentioned prob stoped me on 4 though.
I would love go back again.
2.0
Its was remarkable stay, I love every single moments of it.
View from rooms balcony was simply awesome.
However, sometimes i was bit fed up with so many incects and lazzards coming into toilets and balcony areas in the evenings, usually staff was quick to come and get rid of them.
But they have to take some steps so that they do not arrive at all.
I would have given 5 out of 5 only the above mentioned prob stoped me on 4 though.
I would love go back again.
2.5
We booked three superior rooms but there was one room short for us. But the manager tried hard to solve this problem and arranged one standard room and give back the refund. Wasted some time but it was fine. The swiming pool and ocean view is awesome esp sunset at the restaurant. The best ocean view i have seen. The meals are really tasty but it takes over one hour to wait. Overall, it is quite worthy to stay. This hotel is not too far to Galle also.
2.5
We booked three superior rooms and it was a great experience. Although at the beginning, the hotel didn't have enough room for us. The manager tried his best and solved the problem though. Loved the view of swimming pool and the ocean. The only disadvantage is that you have to take a tuktuk to go to the beach, about 150rs one way. The hotel has shuttle bus too(9:30-10:30 and 17:30-18:30). And meal serving is a bit slow.
2.5
We booked three superior rooms and it was a great experience. Although at the beginning, the hotel didn't have enough room for us. The manager tried his best and solved the problem though. Loved the view of swimming pool and the ocean. The only disadvantage is that you have to take a tuktuk to go to the beach, about 150rs one way. The hotel has shuttle bus too(9:30-10:30 and 17:30-18:30). And meal serving is a bit slow.
4.0
Great views and sunsets from restaurants and room. Clean and comfortable rooms if not a little stark. Great location, surrounded by nature, kingfisher seen from balcony on first night. Very good infinity pools, overall a good hotel.
4.0
Great views and sunsets from restaurants and room. Clean and comfortable rooms if not a little stark. Great location, surrounded by nature, kingfisher seen from balcony on first night. Very good infinity pools, overall a good hotel.
FAQs
How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Southern Province?
The average price for a rental in Southern Province is $64 per night. This rental is $316 above the average.
Is parking included with this hotel?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at VIlla Thawthisa. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this hotel?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at VIlla Thawthisa. Enjoy the water!
Is VIlla Thawthisa pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at VIlla Thawthisa?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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