Title: Blue Turtle Hotel 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) # Blue Turtle Hotel Colonial hotel with full-service spa and rooftop terrace ![Outdoor pool, open 7:30 AM to 8:30 PM, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11560000/11559800/11559718/a7560c75.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11560000/11559800/11559718/bd65de3e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11560000/11559800/11559718/3334ed56.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11560000/11559800/11559718/907b4fe6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Classic Double or Twin Room, Garden View, Garden Area | Premium bedding, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11560000/11559800/11559718/06a77084.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies 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. 9.0 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Bar - Spa - Pool - Housekeeping - Laundry - Air conditioning £39 includes taxes & fees 3 Nov - 4 Nov ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov 2 - Nov 3](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=11559718&PinnedHotelID=11559718&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=11559718&PinnedHotelID=11559718&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov 3 - Nov 4](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=11559718&PinnedHotelID=11559718&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=11559718&PinnedHotelID=11559718&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov 7 - Nov 9](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=11559718&PinnedHotelID=11559718&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=11559718&PinnedHotelID=11559718&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov 14 - Nov 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=11559718&PinnedHotelID=11559718&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=11559718&PinnedHotelID=11559718&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 2 of 2 rooms ![Classic Double or Twin Room, Garden View, Garden Area | Premium bedding, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11560000/11559800/11559718/b65eb408.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Double or Twin Room, Garden View, Garden Area ### Highlights Balcony Air conditioning Premium bedding Ceiling fan Hairdryer Bidet Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom - 312 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds ![Standard Triple Room, Balcony, Pool View | Premium bedding, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11560000/11559800/11559718/398e501a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Triple Room, Balcony, Pool View ### Highlights Balcony Air conditioning Premium bedding Ceiling fan Hairdryer Bidet Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom - 312 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FThissamaharama-Hotels-Blue-Turtle-Hotel.h11559718.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FThissamaharama-Hotels-Blue-Turtle-Hotel.h11559718.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![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%7C6.29459%2C81.29549&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=0KcqKrtXPNy6skaZeE3qpkh_2jI=) 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 - Yala National Park - 23 min drive - 11.3 miles - Bundala National Park - 27 min drive - 16.5 miles #### Restaurants - ‪Refresh Sea Food Restaurant - ‬11 min walk - ‪Cafe Culture - ‬12 min drive - ‪Red - ‬4 min drive - ‪Calorian Restaurant - ‬11 min walk - ‪999 cafe & restaurant - ‬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 on-site 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 sunloungers - Free self-parking - Bike hire, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and luggage storage - Barbecues, a front desk safe and tour/ticket information - Guest reviews speak well of the overall condition Room features All guest rooms at Blue Turtle Hotel include thoughtful touches, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free bottled water. 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7 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-06&endDate=2025-11-07&selected=118275342&PinnedHotelID=118275342&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Return airport shuttle (surcharge) - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site 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 lift - 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 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 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 This property does not have any lifts 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 to 8:30 PM. ### How much does it cost to stay at Blue Turtle Hotel? > As of 2 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blue Turtle Hotel on 3 Nov 2025 start from £39.08, 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/Thissamaharama-Hotels-Blue-Turtle-Hotel.h11559718.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### 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? > Checkout 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). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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