Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel (Original Dutch Governors House)
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Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel (Original Dutch Governors House)
Matara Rd, Unawatuna, Southern Province, 80000, Sri Lanka
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Located in Unawatuna, Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel-Original Dutch Governor's House is on the waterfront, a 2-minute drive from Unawatuna Beach and 7 minutes from Dutch Reformed Church. This spa hotel is 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from National Maritime Museum and 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from Historical Mansion.Show More
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Highlights
Free parking
Delicious breakfast
Airport pick-up available
Lots to doAmenities
Outdoor swimming pool
Hiking
Spa
Massage room
Private parkingFree
Airport pick-up
Luggage storage
Bar
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Property Description
Located in Unawatuna, Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel-Original Dutch Governor's House is on the waterfront, a 2-minute drive from Unawatuna Beach and 7 minutes from Dutch Reformed Church. This spa hotel is 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from National Maritime Museum and 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from Historical Mansion.
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4.1/5
Very GoodCleanliness4.1
Amenities4.1
Location4.1
Service4.1
All 39 Reviews
Surroundings
Airport: Koggala Airport
(9.1 km)
Train: Unawatuna Railway Station
(1.0 km)
Train: Galle Railway Station
(6.9 km)
Landmarks: Deergay wellness - Unawatuna
(140m)
Landmarks: Deergayu Acupressure Center
(140m)
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Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies
Standard Quadruple Room With Garden View
2 Double bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Electric fan
Private entrance
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Superior Double Room With Mountain View
2 Single bed and 1 Queen bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Electric fan
Private entrance
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Superior Triple Room With Mountain View
1 Single bed and 1 Queen bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Electric fan
Private entrance
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Family Room With Garden View
1 King bed and 2 Single bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Electric fan
Private entrance
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Superior Quadruple Room With Mountain View
1 Double bed and 2 Single bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Electric fan
Private entrance
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1
Economy Double Room Non smoking
1 Double bed
26m² | Floor: 1
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Electric fan
Private entrance
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Standard Double Or Twin Room With Garden View
1 Double bed or 2 Single bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Electric fan
Private entrance
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4
Standard Triple Room
1 Single bed and 1 Double bed
33m² | Floor: 1
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Electric fan
Private entrance
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Guest Reviews
4.1/5
Very Good
39 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness4.1
- Amenities4.1
- Location4.1
- Service4.1
Average for similar properties in Unawatuna
AI Summary
The accommodation boasts spacious, well-maintained rooms with friendly staff and convenient location near attractions. Guests enjoy varied breakfast and cleanliness, but some may find the Dutch-style design unusual.
Guest User
March 8, 2025
Drinks should be served at the same time for four persons.1st one finished & others still waiting .Drinks were perfectly done & tasty. Very friendly crew .This is just a feedback for the crew to learn .Thank you all & a beautiful Nooit gedacht !
Guest User
February 11, 2025
We stayed in a budget room, which suited us fine. It was air-conditioned and had a small terrace we could sit out on. An advantage of the budget rooms is that they are near the restaurant so you get full strength Wi-Fi in them. The building and gardens offered a fabulous oasis in a rather over developed and busy resort. The pool was big and there were sufficient sun loungers most of the time but no matter what time I chose for my morning swim between 7 and 10 it was always closed for cleaning. We were very disappointed in the breakfast, as it was put out at 7.30 and , as far as we could see, was not then replenished. We ended up having to get up earlier than we would normally do on holiday just to take advantage of the breakfast we had paid for. The staff were friendly and helpful but could have understood their jobs better. For example, there wasn’t a morning when we didn’t have to gather cutlery from other tables before we could eat our breakfast. I’m glad I stayed there but would not do so again.
Guest User
February 11, 2025
This place is stunning in terms of the substance and beauty of the building and garden. And the peace that it offers in the midst of the Moscow suburb that is the rest of Unawatuna was fantastic. The staff were kind, helpful and attentive but could do with a little more management guidance . The breakfasts were limited and offered little choice. Although great efforts were made the hotel does suffer from bitting insects. You will enjoy this place with good quality mozzie coils.
Guest User
January 11, 2025
Wow the hotel is more of heritage been frozen in times. Good place with all the modern amenities. Peaceful place for family and friends. Lot of mosquitoes but that’s not their problem, carry mosquito repellants with you. Good food and pool to relax.
Guest User
December 6, 2024
Our aircondition didn’t work and several employees had to see it was not working and did’nt do anything about it and we had to contact our travel agency before we got a similar room….. where the aircondition works. We will never stay here again!
Guest User
September 23, 2024
The nature is very wild in this place and you will be able to see a lot of animals in the garden. The service was fine. Be prepared for a lot of mosquitoes and flies, so you would want to have mosquito spray close by. We had chipmunks, monkeys, peacocks and lizards close to our room. The pool and garden were just fine. The hotel of older age, but with a lot of special charm from this fact and the dark wooden furniture.
Claudia O
July 12, 2024
Nice hotel in a very nice little village on the beach. Plenty of cosy corners where you can relax. We stayed in a spacious room with a nice balcony overlooking the garden. Very quite environment just few steps away from the restaurants/bar/shops area. The beach is also very near, 8-10 minutes walking away.
Guest User
March 1, 2024
We rested in this wonderful place from May 25 to June 5, 2022 as a family of 2 adults and 1 child. We have traveled a lot around the world, but this is one of the best places and experiences. The villa is perfectly integrated into the jungle, on the territory you can see monkeys, monitor lizards, chipmunks. The rooms are spacious, comfortable and well refurbished. Nice pool, cleaned every day. Very good cuisine. Breakfast is included in the room rate. Also, often we ordered lunch, very tasty. The owner of the villa personally, at our request, gave us an interesting tour. During the period of Dutch colonization, this villa belonged to the Dutch governor, and much has been preserved since those times. We really want to come back to this place again. Highly recommend the villa for a visit, it's a real pleasure.
Services & Amenities
Most Popular Amenities
Outdoor swimming pool
Hiking
Spa
Additional charge
Massage room
Private parking
Free
Airport pick-up
Additional charge
Luggage storage
Bar
Restaurant
Airport drop-off
Additional charge
Car rentals
Station pick-up service
Additional charge
Currency exchange
Conference room
Additional charge
Multi-function room
Children's pool
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free
Outdoor swimming pool
Restaurant
Restaurant
Restaurant
No additional info available
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free
Outdoor swimming pool
Parking
Private (exclusively for guests) is available On-site parking. Reservation not needed.
Private parking
Free
Transportation
Airport pick-up
Additional charge
Car rentals
Station pick-up service
Additional charge
Airport drop-off
Additional charge
Front Desk Services
Currency exchange
Tour and ticket booking service
Safe at front desk
Luggage storage
VIP check-in service
Front desk (limited hours)
Lockers available
Languages Spoken
English
Food & Drink
Bar
Room service
Health & Wellness
Massage room
Spa
Additional charge
Hiking
Public Areas
BBQ
Picnic area
Garden
Cleaning Services
Laundry service (on-site)
Additional charge
Clothes dryer
Facilities for Children
Children's meals available
Children's pool
Business Services
Conference room
Additional charge
Wedding service
Multi-function room
Safety & Security
CCTV in public areas
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Security personnel
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 13:00–22:00
Check-out: Before 11:00
Front desk hours: [Mon-Sun]07:00–22:00
Child Policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cribs and Extra Beds
For all room types, cribs and extra beds cannot be added.
Breakfast
TypeAmerican, Asian, Continental, Halal, Vegetarian
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Contact hotel |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Pets
Pets are not allowed
Service Animals
Service animals are not allowed
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old.
Paying at the Hotel
- Cash
Property Description
- Opened: 2019
- Number of Rooms: 35
Located in Unawatuna, Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel-Original Dutch Governor's House is on the waterfront, a 2-minute drive from Unawatuna Beach and 7 minutes from Dutch Reformed Church. This spa hotel is 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from National Maritime Museum and 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from Historical Mansion.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 2 outdoor swimming pools and a fitness center. Additional features at this Colonial hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a hair salon.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the coffee shop/cafe. The hotel also offers room service (during limited hours). Relax with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. English breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. For a surcharge, guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and a train station pick-up service.
Make yourself at home in one of the 38 air-conditioned guestrooms. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and complimentary toiletries.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 2 outdoor swimming pools and a fitness center. Additional features at this Colonial hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a hair salon.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the coffee shop/cafe. The hotel also offers room service (during limited hours). Relax with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. English breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. For a surcharge, guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and a train station pick-up service.
Make yourself at home in one of the 38 air-conditioned guestrooms. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and complimentary toiletries.