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Blue Turtle Hotel

3.0 star property
Colonial hotel with a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace

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Outdoor pool, open 7:30 AM to 8:30 PM, sun loungers
Balcony
Garden
Reception
Classic Double or Twin Room, Garden View, Garden Area | Premium bedding, desk
Escape to Blue Turtle Hotel, where tranquility and luxury blend seamlessly. Treat yourself to a rejuvenating massage at the on-site spa, followed by a refreshing swim in the outdoor pool or children's pool. Enjoy international cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner at Blue Turtle restaurant. Unwind with a cocktail at the rooftop bar or take in breathtaking views from the rooftop terrace.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Standard Triple Room, Balcony, Pool View | Premium bedding, desk

Standard Triple Room, Balcony, Pool View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Bidet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Classic Double or Twin Room, Garden View, Garden Area | Premium bedding, desk

Classic Double or Twin Room, Garden View, Garden Area

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Bidet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
119/2 Tikiriwewa, Mahasenpura, Thissamaharama, 82600

What's nearby

  • Tissa Lake - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Yatala Dagoba - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Kirinda Temple - 15 min drive - 9.6 miles
  • Bundala National Park - 27 min drive - 16.5 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Refresh Sea Food Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Flavors Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Calorian Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Smokey Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tharanga Restaurant Tissa - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Blue Turtle Hotel

Hotel near Yatala Dagoba
Located close to Kirinda Temple, Blue Turtle Hotel provides a poolside bar, a rooftop terrace, and a garden. Treat yourself to a massage at the onsite spa. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Blue Turtle, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to laundry facilities and a bar, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and tour/ticket assistance
  • Barbecue grills, concierge services, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say good things about the overall condition
Room features
All guestrooms at Blue Turtle Hotel boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free bottled water.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and bidets
  • Balconies, electric kettles, and ceiling fans

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

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

Restaurants on site

  • Blue Turtle

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • 5 buildings
  • Built in 2015
  • Colonial architecture
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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 cash
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 7:30 AM to 8:30 PM
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

Property is also known as

Blue Turtle Hotel Tissamaharama
Blue Turtle Hotel
Blue Turtle Tissamaharama
Blue Turtle Hotel Hotel
Blue Turtle Hotel Thissamaharama
Blue Turtle Hotel Hotel Thissamaharama

Frequently asked questions

Does Blue Turtle Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 7:30 AM–8:30 PM.

Is Blue Turtle Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Blue Turtle Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Blue Turtle Hotel?

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Blue Turtle Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:30 AM.

Does Blue Turtle Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Blue Turtle Hotel located?

Situated in Thissamaharama, this spa hotel is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Yatala Dagoba and within 12 mi (20 km) of Kirinda Temple and Kataragama Archaeological Museum. Bundala National Park and Sacred Bo Tree are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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