Thimbiri Wewa Resort Wilpattu

Hotels
8.3 (326 reviews)
Wilpattu Junction, Pahalamaragahawewa , Wilpattu , LK

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Delicious food
Good location
Modern amenities
Cons:
Some cleanliness issues
Construction near the pool

Categories

Cleanliness
7.51
Some concerns regarding dirty rooms and pillows.
Service
8.98
Staff were extremely welcoming and helpful throughout the stay.
Location
9.02
Very close to the National Park, quiet and peaceful.
Room Quality
8.47
Beautiful rooms with amazing views.
Amenities
8
Good amenities but some issues like the pool under construction.
Value for Money
7.96
Good value for a pleasant overall experience.
Food and Beverage
8.01
Food was good but some found it lacking compared to other places.
Overall Experience
8.48
Overall a very enjoyable stay with memorable experiences.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 12:48

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation with Stunning Views

Outdoor Swimming Pool and Restaurant

Indulge in a relaxing stay at Thimbiri Wewa Resort Wilpattu, offering spacious rooms with modern amenities and breathtaking views. Enjoy a refreshing swim in the outdoor pool or savor delicious meals at the on-site restaurant.

Convenient Services and Tranquil Surroundings

Unwind in comfort with free WiFi, room service, and a garden terrace. Explore the nearby attractions such as Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi and Kada Panaha Tank, then return to the peaceful ambiance of the resort.

Personalized Comfort and Exceptional Hospitality

Experience true relaxation with air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and private balconies in select rooms. Let our attentive staff cater to your needs, ensuring a memorable stay from start to finish.

Book your stay at Thimbiri Wewa Resort Wilpattu and create unforgettable memories in the heart of nature.

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 326 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.51
Service: 8.98
Location: 9.02
Room Quality: 8.47
Amenities: 8
Value for Money: 7.96
Food and Beverage: 8.01
Overall Experience: 8.48
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JENNIFER • couple • au
7
Good location & generally nice facilities close to the Wilpattu Wildlife Park
Pros:

It was a beautiful hotel located on a lake with a lovely pool. It was also a conveniently located close to Wilpattu wildlife reserve & we were picked up directly in a Wildlife Safari Jeep. The staff were also friendly & professional

Cons:

The room was comfortable with a beautiful view of the pool & lake but it was a little cramped when it came to luggage storage. We felt the tiled tub in the bathroom was a little difficult to navigate & it would be better to have a walk in shower. Also, the dining room needs a fully licensed bar

2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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AHARON • couple • il
8
שווה לשהות לילה לפני הספארי.
Pros:

מקום טוב למי שמגיע לעשות ספארי.
ארוחת בוקר טובה והמסעדה של המלון טובה.

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Nathalie • couple • nl
6
Redelijk
Pros:

De locatie, mooi uitzicht over het water, ver weg zelfs nog een olifant gezien.

Cons:

Kakkerlakken liepen over mijn voet tijdens het douchen. Bijna geen warm water. Veel insecten binnen. We werden om half 11 al gebeld wanneer we kwamen uitchecken, er stonden bij het openen van de kamerdeur al 3 man te wachten, geen ontspannen verblijf en vertrek!

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Mr. Leighsus • solo_traveller • gb
8
Great location for Safari
Pros:

Great hotel with a lovely pool. Evening meal and breakfast at the restaurant were also great, and they catered for my wife's gluten and dairy allergies.

Cons:

The hotel is next to a lake and there were a lot of mosquitos in the room. Ended up with several bites even with plenty of repellent on.
The hotel is well situated for safari's, but there isn't much else in the area so they could do with an alcohol license.

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Alan • solo_traveller • gb
8
Ideal place to stay for a Safari
Pros:

Very nice staff and a comfortable room. Pool was nice. Nice surroundings

Cons:

Restaurant could have been closer to rooms. Could do with a bar near pool area. Had quite a few bugs invade our room because of the rain but did not really bother us but some people it might. Being where it is I suppose it’s inevitable. Staff were really nice including the operations manager and restaurant manager. Reception staff not very welcoming.

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Jan • couple • be
9
Aangenaam hotel op goeie locatie om Safari te doen!
Pros:

Super vriendelijke mensen, proper, goed gelegen,..

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Francisco Jose • solo_traveller • es
10
Espectacular
Pros:

Hotel tranquilo, zona exterior espectacular, bien cuidada, baño en habitación, con gran bañera de obra. Amabilidad personal

Cons:

Nos gustó todo

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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john • couple • dk
9
A wonderful safari and all in all a fantastic stay
Pros:

The room we had , also our excellent balcony , Isura definitely the star of the restaurant . We also had an unexpected fruit platter brought to us whilst we where watching the buffalo cross the river . Just class

Cons:

Unfortunately our first room didn’t live up to our expectations , but the staff quickly corrected this . Maybe the curtains a deep clean in both rooms

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Vanesa • couple • es
10
Una maravilla el mejor hotel de nuestro viaje
Pros:

Lo que mas nos gustó fue el personal del restaurante. Muy amables y atentos a todos nuestros gustos. Repetiremos son geniales sobres todo el encargado.

Cons:

La zona de aparcamiento estaba en obras. Estaban construyendo una carpa exterior.

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Wichard • couple • nl
8
2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Charlotte • couple • nl
9
Hele fijne plek voor een paar dagen
Pros:

Prachtige locatie, lief personeel, fijne kamer

Cons:

Het buffet in het restaurant is niet lekker (a la carte is beter) en de badkamer is erg klein en rook vies

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Anjali Bhargav • couple • in
4
Pros:

There was an upper deck accessible to all guests with great views. It was really peaceful up there.

Cons:

We had booked a “pool view” room on the Ground Floor at Thimbiri Wewa Resort,
Wilpattu and stayed there on 18 th August, 2026. Opting for a “pool view” room turned
out to be a big mistake. In most Resorts, pool facing rooms normally offer a nice
view. But out here, and strangely though, the pool is located right next to the parking
lot. Furthermore, the aisle running along Room 001,002 and 003 leads to the
reception and vehicles come right upto the edge of Room 001, which we were
allotted. This was causing disturbance when luggage was being loaded / unloaded or
people conversing loudly while waiting to be picked up.
When we requested for a quiet room, the staff said they could not help as they were
running full. On our suggestion, they did block the aisle by placing chairs and that
helped a wee bit only.
So, while Rooms 001 – 003 are indeed pool facing, they are right at the entrance
and next to the parking lot. Certainly not a good choice for someone looking for a
quiet room with a nice pool view.

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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rashmi peiris • family_with_children • lk
9
Pros:

The rooms were amazing.. we found the staff to be really attentive, friendly and helpful. The location is fantastic and a tranquil lakefront setting.

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • family_with_children • gb
8
Lovely hotel and a really good place to relax before or after camping for the safari.
Pros:

The room and pool area were lovely.

Cons:

The food in the hotel wasn’t the best I’ve tried in sr Lanka.

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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thomas • family_with_children • fr
1
La blague qui coûte cher
Cons:

Nous sommes actuellement au thimbiri wewa resort à wilpattu, nous sommes arrivés assez tôt pour profiter de la piscine, et la surprise du chef la piscine est verte, tous les clients de l’hôtel sont en tenue de piscine et personnes n’ose mettre un pied dans l’eau.
Je préviens le personnel de l’hôtel que la piscine est vaseuse, trouble et glissante au toucher. Le manager se précipite à l’extérieur pour constater, il me dit de ne pas aller dans l’eau, mais ne ferme pas la piscine aux autres clients pour autant.
Ils se mettent à rallumer les pompes éteintes à notre arrivée, à vider l’eau de la piscine à l’aide de gros tuyaux au fond du jardin, font des aller et retour tout en cachant les résultats de leurs tests. Nous demandons à juste titre une remise sur notre chambre. Car on va pas se le cacher, nous avons choisi cette hôtel pour son emplacement mais surtout sa piscine qu’ils facturent 30 à 40% plus cher qu’un hôtel sans piscine. Nous avons payé 194e pour une chambre familiale
Le manager revient en me disant que son directeur nous octroie 10% sur le restaurant de l’hôtel soit 3€. Je rigole encore de son offre, il me propose 20% soit 6e sur le restaurant en me demandant de ne pas en parler aux autres clients et de ne pas émettre d’avis.
Nous sommes allés au restaurant le personnel y est vraiment charmant, surtout ne prenez pas le buffet, c’est très cher et surtout ce n’est pas bon.
Maintenant parlons de la chambre, tout est conforme à nos attentes, la baignoire est merveilleuse, néanmoins elle met 1h à se vider! Pas pratique quand on est 4 à devoir prendre une douche sachant que la douche est dans la baignoire. On se lave dans l’eau sale des autres. Et je termine avec la cerise sur le gâteau, un joli spécimen de cafard ou de blatte présent sur le lavabo.
Nous sommes à la fin de de notre séjour au srilanka, est c’est bien la première fois que nous avons cette qualité d’hôtel.
Je vous déconseille vivement cette établissement.

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Mattia • couple • it
9
Pros:

Ottima posizione per fare Safari, colazione molto
buona e ricca.

Cons:

La pulizia delle stanze potrebbe essere leggermente migliorata.

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Markus • solo_traveller • de
6
Den Preis nicht wert
Pros:

Die Ausstattung mancher Zimmer

Cons:

Es gab eine Baustelle direkt neben dem Pool

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Vicky • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Very convenient for wilpattu safari. Comfortable rooms and the roof top viewing area was great. Nice balcony to sit out on. Packed breakfast provided for early safari starts.

Cons:

It was all great

2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Serena • family_with_children • it
9
2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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María • couple • es
10
Muy buen hotel
Pros:

Muy buen hotel en Wilpattu, la piscina muy agradable, habitaciones limpias, amplias y la bañera del baño espectacular.

Cons:

Todo bien

2026-08-14 • via Nuitee