Thambu Illam

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Scored 9.1
Rated superb

Staff

9.8

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Thambu Illam in Jaffna offers family rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and garden views. Each room includes a tea and coffee maker, bidet, and free toiletries. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a swimming pool with a view, outdoor dining area, and free WiFi. Additional amenities include a restaurant, garden, and outdoor furniture. Convenient Location: Located 14 km from Jaffna International Airport, the hotel is near Nallur Kandaswamy Temple (2 km) and Jaffna Railway Station (2 km). Other attractions include Jaffna Fort (3 km) and Naguleswaram Temple (18 km). Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its swimming pool, attentive staff, and breakfast provided by the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Free private parking available at the hotel

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1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Maria
Spain Spain
“Thambu Illam is a lovely, atmospheric colonial villa in a quiet area of Jaffna. Our double room was simple, but comfortable and there were plenty of areas outside the room - verandahs, garden, interior patio - to sit and relax. Even though the...”
Felicity
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Friendly helpful staff. Lovely building and grounds. Great breakfast. Good size,clean rooms with comfy bed.”
Kamlesh
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great ambience. Comfortable, peaceful and relaxing accommodation. Attentive and helpful Staff.”
Jo
New Zealand New Zealand
“It was fantastic to have a pool as it was so hot in Jaffna. The staff were so helpful and attentive. They tried everything to satisfy their guests. They had a number of guidebooks available for guests.”
Liesbeth
Netherlands Netherlands
“The property is beautiful! The rooms are spacious and even have a separate seating space. The breakfast is quite extensive. The pool is a welcome refresher after a hot day. But what makes your stay at Thambu Illam excellent, is definitely the...”
Gert
Netherlands Netherlands
“Beautiful small hotel - just four rooms - in a traditional Tamil house. Friendly staff, nice pool. Food can be ordered from a restaurant nearby and is then served in the hotel. Great service!”
Gert
Netherlands Netherlands
“Small hotel in a traditional Tamil house with just four rooms and a nice swimming pool. The staff is friendly and welcoming. Location is convenient. There is no restaurant onsite, but food can be ordered from a provided menu. Good stay, will come...”
Nicola
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive. They also helped us plan our days by providing excellent drivers at good prices. Thank you.”
Astrid
Norway Norway
“This is a lovely, tastefully decorated small hotel, with excellent facilities and staff. Mr Sutha and his nice colleagues made our staying wonderful. Both breakfast, of our choice, and dinner, were very tasty and well prepared and served. We...”
Alec
Australia Australia
“Staff were very helpful, the place was incredibly clean and comfortable. I was able to order my meals at the hotel or walk to the nearby restaurant. The location wasn't too bad for tuks. I had no issues getting around.”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant
  • Open for
    Breakfast

House rules

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From 14:00 to 22:00
Check-out
Available 24 hours
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.