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Talalla Retreat

3.5 star property
Beachfront resort with full-service spa

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On the beach, beach towels, beach yoga
Bamboo Hut | Bathroom | Shower, bathrobes, towels
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Bamboo Hut | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Talalla Retreat offers beachfront yoga classes and restorative spa treatments along the shoreline. Guests cool off in the outdoor pool, savor international cuisine at the open-air Main Restaurant, and have the option to explore the surrounding area on rental bikes.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Laundry
Beach

On the beach

This resort is located on the waterfront and on the beach. Take advantage of the beach towels at the sandy beach. An on-site activity to enjoy while visiting is beach yoga. Notable activities close by include snorkeling and whale watching.

Aerial view
Beach

Room options

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Deluxe Villa Ground Floor

Highlights

Yard
Patio
Separate sitting area
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
In-room safe
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Sea View Ground Floor

Highlights

Yard
Patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
In-room safe
  • 23 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Sea View First Floor

Highlights

Yard
Patio
Separate sitting area
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Bamboo Hut | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Bamboo Hut

Highlights

Yard
Patio
Separate sitting area
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 18 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Villa First Floor | Living area

Deluxe Villa First Floor

Highlights

Yard
Patio
Separate sitting area
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Talalla, Talalla Retreat is on the beach. Blue Beach Island and Mirissa Fisheries Harbor are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mirissa Beach and Talalla Beach. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ecotours.
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Sampaya House, Talalla South, Gandara, Talalla

What's nearby

  • Talalla Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Dondra Lighthouse - 9 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Our Lady of Matara Shrine - 14 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • Hiriketiya Beach - 15 min drive - 9.0 miles
  • Polhena Beach - 21 min drive - 10.1 miles

Getting around

  • Midigama Railway Station - 37 min drive
  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 158 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Clearpoint - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Smoke & Bitters - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Casa Smeralda - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Dutchman's Street - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Malu - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Talalla Retreat

Resort by the ocean
At Talalla Retreat, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and a library. This resort is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and beach yoga. Indulge in a manicure/pedicure, aromatherapy, and a deep-tissue massage at the onsite spa. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Main Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and al fresco dining. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and RV/bus/truck parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
Room features
All 83 rooms include comforts such as separate sitting areas and bathrobes, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Private yards and separate sitting areas
  • Ceiling fans, daily housekeeping, and desks

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
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 8 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Main Restaurant

Things to do

  • Beach yoga
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 495 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • 25 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2004
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This is a designated quarantine resort. The property can only accept bookings from travelers who are required to quarantine (i.e. international travelers). You may be asked to provide evidence of this on arrival.
This is a certified Sri Lanka Tourism Level 1 property. Sri Lanka Tourism Level 1 is a health and safety certification issued by the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children 6 and younger are not allowed at this property from December to January; the rest of the year they are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 1
  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per child: USD 1 (from 1 to 2 years old)
  • Christmas Day (December 25) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 50
  • Christmas Day (December 25) Gala Dinner per child: USD 30 (from 6 to 10 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 65
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: USD 40 (from 6 to 10 years old)

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 8 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 110 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children 6 years old and younger are not permitted from December to January
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Talalla Retreat
Talalla Retreat Hotel
Talalla Retreat Resort Devinuwara
Talalla Retreat Devinuwara
Resort Talalla Retreat Devinuwara
Devinuwara Talalla Retreat Resort
Talalla Retreat Resort
Resort Talalla Retreat
Talalla Retreat Devinuwara
Talalla Retreat Resort
Talalla Retreat Talalla
Talalla Retreat Resort Talalla

Frequently asked questions

Does Talalla Retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Talalla Retreat pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Talalla Retreat?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Talalla Retreat?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Talalla Retreat?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Talalla Retreat provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 110 per vehicle applies.

Where is Talalla Retreat located?

This Talalla resort is on the beach, steps from Talalla Beach, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Gandara Beach and Noonnawella Beach. Devinuwara Beach and Maaliyadda Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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