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Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel-Original Dutch Governor's House

3.0 star property
3-star Colonial hotel near Unawatuna Beach

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2 outdoor pools
Property grounds
Garden view
Standard Triple Room | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi
In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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182, Matara Road, Unawatuna, 80600
  • Place, Unawatuna Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Jungle Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Galle Fort
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi

Standard Double or Twin Room, Garden View

  • 315 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi

Superior Double or Twin Room, Mountain View

  • 350 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi

Superior Triple Room

  • 350 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi

Superior Quadruple Room

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Triple Room | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi

Standard Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Unawatuna

In entertainment district.You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Unawatuna Beach and 6 miles (10 km) of Dutch Reformed Church with a stay here. National Maritime Museum and Historical Mansion are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Unawatuna Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Mihiripenna Beach - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Jungle Beach - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Japanese Peace Pagoda - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Galle Fort - 9 min drive - 4.1 miles

Getting around

  • Midigama Railway Station - 29 min drive
  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 115 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Daffodil - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Tartaruga restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Hideout Unawatuna - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Steam Yard - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Ten4teen - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel-Original Dutch Governor's House

3-star Colonial hotel near Unawatuna Beach
Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel-Original Dutch Governor's House offers its guests a full-service spa, 2 outdoor swimming pools, a fitness center, and a children's pool. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. 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 library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the business-friendly Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel-Original Dutch Governor's House. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and a train station pick-up service are available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

  • 38 guestrooms or units
  • 5 buildings
  • Built in 1735
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Beauty salon
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • 1 conference room
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel-Original Dutch Governor's House offers 38 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 4 treatment rooms. Services include facials, body scrubs, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including Ayurvedic.

The spa is open daily. Children under 15 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: USD 8 to 12 for adults and USD 6 to 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Library

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel-Original Dutch Governor's House

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately USD 8 to 12 for adults, and USD 6 to 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 90 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel Unawatuna
Nooit Gedacht Heritage Unawatuna
Nooit Gedacht Heritage
Nooit Gedacht - Ayurveda Health Hotel Unawatuna
Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel Original Dutch Governor's House

Frequently asked questions

How close is Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel-Original Dutch Governor's House to the airport?

Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel-Original Dutch Governor's House is 93.1 mi (115-min drive) away from the Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel-Original Dutch Governor's House?

As of Oct 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel-Original Dutch Governor's House on Oct 26, 2025 start from $68.85, excluding 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.

Does Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel-Original Dutch Governor's House have an airport shuttle?

Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel-Original Dutch Governor's House offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, for a charge of USD 90 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel-Original Dutch Governor's House to the beach?

This hotel is a short 7-minute walk from Jungle Beach and 0.5 mi (2-min drive) from Unawatuna Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel-Original Dutch Governor's House offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel-Original Dutch Governor's House, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 8 and 12 for adults, USD 6 and 10 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel-Original Dutch Governor's House?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel-Original Dutch Governor's House?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel-Original Dutch Governor's House?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel-Original Dutch Governor's House have a pool?

Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel-Original Dutch Governor's House features 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Does Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel-Original Dutch Governor's House have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel-Original Dutch Governor's House have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features massages, mani/pedis, and body scrubs.

How close is Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel-Original Dutch Governor's House to downtown Unawatuna?

Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel-Original Dutch Governor's House is 0.2 mi away from Unawatuna.