Blue Turtle Hotel

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

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Outdoor pool, open 7:30 AM to 8:30 PM, pool loungers
Balcony
Garden
Reception
Classic Double or Twin Room, Garden View, Garden Area

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$127
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct

Explore the area

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119/2 Tikiriwewa, Mahasenpura, Thissamaharama, 82600
  • Place, Tissa Lake
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Yatala Dagoba
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Triple Room, Balcony, Pool View

Highlights

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

Classic Double or Twin Room, Garden View, Garden Area

Highlights

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

About the area

Mahasenpura

At Blue Turtle Hotel, you'll be 3.2 km (2 mi) from Yatala Dagoba and 13.8 km (8.6 mi) from Kirinda Temple. Highlights at this Colonial hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .The restaurant, Blue Turtle, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar or poolside bar, you can enjoy a drink. Enjoy the kids' swimming pool and pool loungers as well as access to bike hire. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 30-minute drive of this 3-property class Thissamaharama hotel include Kataragama Archaeological Museum and Sacred Bo Tree.

What's nearby

  • Tissa Lake - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Yatala Dagoba - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Yala National Park - 23 min drive - 18.2 km
  • Bundala National Park - 27 min drive - 26.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪999 cafe & restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Refresh Sea Food Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Red - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Culture - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Calorian Restaurant - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Blue Turtle Hotel

Colonial hotel with full-service spa and rooftop terrace
Blue Turtle Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A rooftop terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Blue Turtle Hotel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 5 buildings
  • Built in 2015
  • Deli
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Blue Turtle Hotel offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature premium bedding. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, bidets, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
The on-site spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include massages. The spa is open daily.

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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

  • No pets 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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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. This property accepts cash.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:30 AM to 8:30 PM
  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before 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

What is the cancellation policy at Blue Turtle Hotel?

Blue Turtle Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Blue Turtle Hotel?

As of 30 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blue Turtle Hotel on 1 Oct 2025 start from NZ$126.94, 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 for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Blue Turtle Hotel?

Yep, Blue Turtle Hotel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Blue Turtle Hotel?

The closest beach to Blue Turtle Hotel is Kirinda Beach (9.9 km).

Is there a spa on site at Blue Turtle Hotel?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Blue Turtle Hotel. You'll enjoy services like massages.

Does Blue Turtle Hotel have a pool?

Blue Turtle Hotel has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 7:30 AM to 8:30 PM.

What makes Blue Turtle Hotel a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and a lounge bar, as well as rainfall showerheads and premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Blue Turtle Hotel.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Blue Turtle Hotel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Blue Turtle Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Blue Turtle Hotel?

Check-in begins at 1:30 PM. Check-out time is 11:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Blue Turtle Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.