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Tartaruga Hotel & Beach Restaurant

Yaddehimulla | Yaddehimulla, Unawatuna, Unawatuna, Sri Lanka
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Tartaruga Hotel & Beach Restaurant
Ranked #8 of 18 hotels in Unawatuna
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St. Petersburg, Russia
2 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013

We didn't stay at Tartaruga, we choose another place, but all our time we spent there!! The best location on the beach in the heart of Unawatuna!! also their restaurant is really good both for the lunch and for the romantic dinner! Next time we will stay only in Tartaruga hotel.

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Manchester, United Kingdom
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2013

Me and two friends stayed at Tartaruga for 1 week in April. Tartaruga is 15 mins from Galle in a tuk tuk and is realy central to all local attractions. From start to finish Tartaruga was amazing, wish we could have stayed longer. We stayed in the family room which was very clean with lots of space. The air con... More

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Chennai
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12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2013

We stayed in Tartaruga Hotel for 2 nights in Mar 2013. The hotel is located in the heart of Unawatuna beach, with lot of activities and several restaurants around. We stayed in room 7 which has a private verandah and just a few metres from the beach. The hotel has a lovely restaurant on the beach. Food is expensive compared... More

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Perthshire, Scotland
1 review
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2013

Recently returned from 20 blissful days at Tartaruga, and wish we could have stayed even longer! Best location on the beach. The charming staff - Team Tartaruga - work proudly, enthusiastically and cheerfully under the quiet leadership of the very approachable owner - Neel. Tartaruga is kept spotlessly clean and tidy including the well-equipped and comfortable rooms - you just... More

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London, United Kingdom
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 March 2013

This hotel was a real disappointment for the cost of it. We paid te same price for a room twice the size and a better beach (includig dinner) at Mirissa. The rooms were small and basic for the cost. The check in process a joke and we ordered a local breakfast when we checked in and turned out that you... More

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mallikaserry
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2013 via mobile

The calamari ordered wasn't cleaned properly. Order a few beers and enjoy the location. Average service, uninterested. Wouldn't go back. Will check out The many other places on the bay.... Its sad that its so difficult to eat good local food here in una.

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 March 2013

We have stayed at Tartaruga for three nights in January and returned for four more in February/March. The staff work hard and are friendly and accommodating. Bring your own beach towels, toiletries, a lay back attitude, some money to buy from vendors on the beach, bug spray certain times of the year and enjoy the beach and bay. Co-Owner Neil... More

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Trento, Italy
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 March 2013

We stayed here two times during last two years for a period of two weeks. Great location, right on the beach and great food, italian food and fresh fish my favorites - the ideal place to relax and stay in Unawatuna. We came here with friends who also really liked the place and also came back this year. The hotel... More

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Birmingham, United Kingdom
2 reviews
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36 helpful votes 36 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 March 2013

I can share with you all an honest appraisal on the beach life experience of the Tartaruga Hotel and restaurant. Such feedback also considers other restaurants visited on the holiday and also what my thoughts and recommendations are on the other establishments on the Unawatuna beach. The airport transfer was arranged from the Tartaruga and I have made explicit requests... More

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Perth, Australia
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25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 February 2013

This hotel was very dissapointing for the price. It would barley be classed as above back packer class. On arrival it was hard to locate the reception area and staff looked confused when we announced we had a booking and had come to stay. Eventually we were taken to a small side room labelled as the hotel office, which comprises... More

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Additional Information about Tartaruga Hotel & Beach Restaurant

Also Known As:
Tartaruga Hotel And Beach Restaurant
Address: Yaddehimulla | Yaddehimulla, Unawatuna, Unawatuna, Sri Lanka
Region: Sri Lanka > Southern Province > Galle District > Unawatuna
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#4 On the Beach Hotels in Unawatuna
#8 Romantic Hotels in Unawatuna
#9 Family Hotels in Unawatuna

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