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Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at Wallawwa

Wallawwa is a restored colonial manor house siting on 3 acres of beautiful landscaped gardens, only 15 minutes' drive from Bandaranaike International Airport. This peaceful retreat features an outdoor pool, a pampering spa and yoga pavilions. Spacious and well-designed, the air-conditioned rooms all feature a Balinese four-poster bed and a flat-screen TV. A personal safe and tea/coffee making facilities are included. Bathrooms have relaxing rainshowers. Wallawwa is a 30-minute drive from the beaches and fish markets of Negombo. It is also a 30-minute drive from Muthurajawela Wetlands. Colombo City is an hour's drive away. Free parking is available. Z Spa provides a selection of massage treatments and other beauty therapies. Guests can read a book in the library. Room service is provided 24 hours. Nestled within the gardens, The Verandah serves Asian fusion cuisine prepared with fresh local ingredients. Vegetarian options can also be arranged.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish

Free private parking available at the hotel


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
and
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 large double beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
8.8
High score for Katunayake
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Jakub
    Poland Poland
    Everything is great , a beautiful oasis very close to the main road but you just know it but can’t feel it, being in this charming colonial style hotel you are in a magical garden 💚🙏
  • Oliver
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Spacious room, bathroom, and a great restaurant. Staff were really helpful, could not fault them.
  • Shamma
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    Everything was amazing and exceeds expectations, staff were very helpful and cooperative, very nice place to stay, greenly, peaceful and highly recommended.
  • Mark
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location close to the airport. So it seems most people stay here for only 1-2 nights either at the start or end of their holiday (we stayed here at the start and end). The food is excellent (although expensive for Sri Lanka) and the...
  • Scott
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We loved absolutely everything about this hotel! The facilities, the amenities, the pool, the food, the staff. It was just exceptional!
  • Caroline
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very convenient location 20mins drive from airport. Very friendly and comfortable, great restaurant for breakfast and dinner
  • Francoise
    Netherlands Netherlands
    What a fantastic building, garden and personnel! Close to the airport
  • Owen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Wonderful peaceful colonial feel. Beautiful grounds, an oasis of calm. Huge room (we had the Mountbatten Suite), property felt almost empty even when it was actually at full capacity.
  • Lisa
    Germany Germany
    We spent our last day and night at Wallawwa. It was an overall luxury and perfect to unwind after our travels. They have complimentary tea time and a happy hour, the pool area is gorgeous, everyone was helpful and kind. I wished we stayed for...
  • Wassiem
    Netherlands Netherlands
    The staff was very friendly and attentive. Quality of the food was on a high standard. Children's menu was available. The beds were comfortable. The gardens and the scenery was amazing. The beds are of.high quality with a mosquito net. The baby...

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • The Verandah
    • Cuisine
      British • Local • Asian • International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Wallawwa
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Badminton equipment
  • Children's playground
Living Area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
Entertainment and family services
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Air conditioning
  • Mosquito net
  • Wake-up service
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Car hire
  • Packed lunches
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun umbrellas
Wellness
  • Spa facilities
  • Body wrap
  • Body scrub
  • Body treatments
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty Services
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa and wellness centre
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules
Wallawwa takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free
3 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
US$40 per child, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that any booking of 4 or more rooms on a particular night will be regarded as a group booking and a 25% deposit will be charged 3 months prior to arrival and the balance payment will be charged 30 days prior to arrival.

Please inform Wallawwa in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

FAQs about Wallawwa

  • Wallawwa is 4.3 miles from the centre of Katunayake. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Wallawwa offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Massage
    • Children's playground
    • Facial treatments
    • Walking tours
    • Spa facilities
    • Cooking class
    • Body scrub
    • Badminton equipment
    • Body treatments
    • Swimming Pool
    • Body wrap
    • Beauty Services

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The prices at Wallawwa may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Wallawwa has 1 restaurant:

    • The Verandah

  • Yes, Wallawwa is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Room options at Wallawwa include:

    • Suite
    • Twin
    • Double
    • Family

  • Check-in at Wallawwa is from 14:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • Guests staying at Wallawwa can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.8).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • À la carte