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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.
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Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Free parking
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
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Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Jo
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“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“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“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“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“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“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.” - Michael United Kingdom“Boutique style accommodation with exceptionally helpful staff, they arranged tuk tuk tours around the city sites and wider jaffna peninsula. Also arranged transportation to our next destination. Would definitely stay here again it was a great base...”
- Romana
Slovenia“Thambu Ilam is very beautiful colonial house, renovated decorated with style, located near main Jaffna attractions. Rooms are large, well equipped and sparkling clean. Pool is welcome plus helped to beat the heat in the evening. Property does not...” - Janine Australia“What a lovely place to stay. Just four rooms and the most generous and welcoming staff. Everything was clean and comfortable in this authentic Jaffna boutique stay. The clean and clear pool helped to beat the heat after days out exploring....”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant
- Open forBreakfast
House rules
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.
The fine print
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
