Title: Thambu Illam Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Thambu Illam Hotel in Jaffna with 24-hour front desk and outdoor pool ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33310000/33309100/33309013/4085c7c4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33310000/33309100/33309013/377bec96.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33310000/33309100/33309013/5ee49f96.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33310000/33309100/33309013/585c9247.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33310000/33309100/33309013/416413fb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Thambu Illam offers a refreshing breakfast and a relaxing outdoor pool with serene garden views. The on-site restaurant serves delicious meals all day. Practical amenities include luggage storage, daily newspapers, and a water dispenser for guests' comfort. 9.8 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Room service - Pool - Breakfast available - 24/7 front desk - Housekeeping - Laundry £82 includes taxes & fees 15 Oct - 16 Oct ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 13 - Oct 14](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=33309013&PinnedHotelID=33309013&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=33309013&PinnedHotelID=33309013&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 14 - Oct 15](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=33309013&PinnedHotelID=33309013&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=33309013&PinnedHotelID=33309013&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 17 - Oct 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=33309013&PinnedHotelID=33309013&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=33309013&PinnedHotelID=33309013&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct 24 - Oct 26](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=33309013&PinnedHotelID=33309013&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=33309013&PinnedHotelID=33309013&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed Showing 3 of 3 rooms ![Superior Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33310000/33309100/33309013/c5fc9406.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Room ### Highlights Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning LED TV Premium bedding Private bathroom Rainfall showerhead - 312 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Deluxe Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33310000/33309100/33309013/91f54d27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning LED TV Premium bedding Private bathroom Rainfall showerhead Hairdryer - 291 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Standard Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33310000/33309100/33309013/b9a52020.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning LED TV Premium bedding Private bathroom Rainfall showerhead Hairdryer - 194 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FJaffna-Hotels-Thambu-Illam.h33309013.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FJaffna-Hotels-Thambu-Illam.h33309013.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Jaffna is home to Thambu Illam. Royal Palace Ruins and Jaffna Clock Tower are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Keerimalai Natural Springs and Casuarina Beach. [Visit our Jaffna travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Jaffna.dx8052) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C9.67812%2C80.01704&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=_z64TO33luW-8o9BS5d1QLvi_1s=) 107 Brown Road, Jaffna, Northern Province, 40000 ### What's nearby - Sri Nagavihara International Buddhist Centre - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles - Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles - Jaffna Vegetable Market - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile - Jaffna Clock Tower - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles - Jaffna Fort - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles ### Restaurants - ‪Lavin’s Vegetarian Family Restaurant - ‬3 min drive - ‪Gatetrees - ‬4 min drive - ‪Malayan Cafe - ‬3 min drive - ‪Akshathai - ‬19 min walk - ‪Salem RR Biriyani - ‬3 min drive ## About this property ### Thambu Illam Property highlights You can look forward to a terrace, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services at Thambu Illam. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a restaurant. Additional perks include: - An outdoor pool - Free self-parking - Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in - Coffee/tea in reception, luggage storage and a water dispenser Room features All rooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes. More amenities include: - Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles - Bathrooms with rainfall showers and bidets - 32-inch LED TVs with cable channels - Wardrobes/cupboards, daily housekeeping and desks ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool, open 7 AM to 9 PM, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17400000/17399200/17399149/fa3c69db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### FOX JAFFNA by Fox Resorts Jaffna - Pool - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.2 Wonderful 46 reviews £69 includes taxes & fees 14 Oct - 15 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=17399149&PinnedHotelID=17399149&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13140000/13131100/13131015/3e99d8b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Jetwing Jaffna Jaffna - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 8.8 Excellent 190 reviews £68 includes taxes & fees 27 Oct - 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15 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=95278598&PinnedHotelID=95278598&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Daily local cuisine breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 2 to 5 for adults and USD 2 to 5 for children - A restaurant - Coffee and tea in common areas ### Things to do - Outdoor pool ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Free newspapers in lobby - Laundry facilities - Lockers - Luggage storage - Shared microwave - Water dispenser ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Porter/bellhop - Tour and ticket assistance - Turndown service ### Outdoors - Garden - Terrace ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Bidet - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch LED TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Free bottled water - Minibar - Room service - Tea bags/instant coffee ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Iron/ironing board - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at noon Early check-in subject to availability An early check-in fee will be charged Express check-in available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon Contactless check-out Late check-out subject to availability A late check-out fee will be charged Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 20 - Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 15 (from 10 to 18 years old) - New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 20 - New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 15 (from 10 to 18 years old) - New Year's Day (1 January) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 20 - New Year's Day (1 January) Gala Dinner per child: USD 15 (from 10 to 18 years old) - Valentine's Day (14 February) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 20 - Valentine's Day (14 February) Gala Dinner per child: USD 15 (from 10 to 18 years old) We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately USD 2 to 5 for adults and USD 2 to 5 for children - Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability) - Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 and cash Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention A fee for a mandatory Christmas Day gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on 25 December ### Property is also known as Thambu Illam Jaffna Thambu Illam Hotel Thambu Illam Hotel Jaffna Thambu Illam Hotel Thambu Illam Jaffna Thambu Illam Hotel Jaffna ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Thambu Illam have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at Thambu Illam? > As of 13 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thambu Illam on 15 Oct 2025 start from £82.46, including 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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Jaffna-Hotels-Thambu-Illam.h33309013.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Thambu Illam pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Thambu Illam? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Thambu Illam? > Check-in begins at noon. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). ### What time is check-out at Thambu Illam? > Checkout is at noon. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability). ### Where is Thambu Illam located? > Situated in Jaffna, this hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Sri Nagavihara International Buddhist Centre, Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil and Royal Palace Ruins. Jaffna Vegetable Market and Jaffna Archaeological Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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