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Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel-Original Dutch Governor's House

3.0 star property
Travelers find tranquility through spa treatments and poolside cocktails at this heritage hotel, where garden strolls lead to memorable experiences

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Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel occupies the original Dutch Governor's House near Unawatuna Beach. Guests can book rejuvenating spa treatments, enjoy drinks at the poolside bar, or explore the garden surroundings. The property provides free WiFi and offers English breakfast options.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is €48
includes taxes & fees
4 Jul - 5 Jul

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi

Standard Double or Twin Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a desk with a phone and water bottle.

Superior Double or Twin Room, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a window with blinds.

Superior Triple Room

  • Mountain view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a desk with a phone and water bottle.

Superior Quadruple Room

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Triple Room

Standard Triple Room

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Located in Unawatuna, Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel-Original Dutch Governor's House is in the entertainment district and on the waterfront. Unawatuna Beach and Dutch Reformed Church are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and boat tours nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Unawatuna travel guide
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182, Matara Road, Unawatuna, 80600

What's nearby

  • A beach with clear turquoise water, a sandy shore, and several boats anchored near the water's edge.
    Unawatuna Beach
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • A beach with palm trees, flags, and a view of the sea.
    Jungle Beach
    4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • A coastal town with a prominent white church, a lighthouse, and a rocky shoreline.
    Galle Fort
    7 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Dewata Beach
    2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Dutch Reformed Church
    7 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Una Tuna
    3 min walk
  • Daffodil
    5 min walk
  • The Hideout Unawatuna
    9 min walk
  • happy coconut
    4 min walk
  • Cafe One Sixty Six A
    3 min walk

About this property

Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel-Original Dutch Governor's House

  • Hotel near Unawatuna Beach
  • Located close to Historical Mansion and National Maritime Museum, Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel-Original Dutch Governor's House provides a poolside bar, a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe. Treat yourself to a body treatment, a facial or a body scrub at the on-site spa. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a hair salon.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool
    • Free self-parking
    • English breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and luggage storage
    • Concierge services, barbecues and wedding services
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel-Original Dutch Governor's House feature comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Showers and free toiletries
    • Balconies or patios, electric kettles and ceiling fans

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 5 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1735
  • Colonial architecture

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Children under 15 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

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

As of 2 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel-Original Dutch Governor's House on 4 Jul 2026 start from €48, including 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.

Is Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel-Original Dutch Governor's House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel-Original Dutch Governor's House?

Self-parking is free at this property.

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. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

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

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel-Original Dutch Governor's House provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 90 per vehicle applies.

Where is Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel-Original Dutch Governor's House located?

Situated on the waterfront, this spa hotel is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Unawatuna Beach, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Dutch Reformed Church and National Maritime Museum. Historical Mansion and Galle Fort are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel-Original Dutch Governor's House Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.0

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.8

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Charlotte Elisabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a lovely stay; the location is super, the staff very friendly, good breakfast & lovely pool! The oasis of the garden offers a quiet break from the busy town & streets. Walking distance from the restaurants, beach, supermarket & shops. I would not hesitate to book again!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Camilla

Liked: Staff & service
Fint hotel til prisen
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel located in a green garden with palms and leafy trees. Very quiet place, rooms are far from the road. The main noisemakers are chipmunks jumping on the roofs and munching on your fruits if you accidentally left it outside. Once I had a dinner there and I enjoyed the food. The hotel staff is extremely polite and helpful. I didn’t expect my calls will be answered at 4am when I arrived. However the hotel manager Jude was waiting for me and escorted me to my room. He also helped me with my PCR to travel back to Dubai. Water Anuradhapura greeted us every morning for breakfast, and Sanjula was helpful not only with the meal choice, but also he helped me to decide which beach do I go first and how do I get there. Overall, very much recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A self-contained jungle paradise.

This is an amazingly atmospheric place, which feels like an oasis compared to the beachfront places with their noisy crowded streets. And the food is really excellent. A great value.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tove Lene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Natur og hotel i samhørighed

Et fantastisk beliggende lille hotel, men en have fuld af dyr, lige udenfor i haven, der var det, der var behov for ellers købte vi det i de små lokale butikker, ikke et luksus hotel, men lige et i vores smag, vi spise morgenmad på hotellet, og aftensmaden, blev indtaget i nogle af de mange restauranter der var i området.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent

Excellent peaceful hotel in great location. Friendly helpful staff, surrounded in wonderful grounds. The old Dutch feel is throughout the whole complex and adds to the ‘vintage’ atmosphere of the place . I would say this is the best hotel in the area , and very reasonably priced . In the older rooms , the bathrooms could do with upgrading though
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, beautiful historic building, garden and wildlife were fascinating, pool was a great facility, and easy walk and connections to town, beach and Galle. A La Carte menu was rather limited, but I guess a lot of people go out to eat. Special set menu on our first night (of 3) was excellent, though.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Ok tre stjärnigt hotell

Helt ok hotell. Vi bodde i den äldre delen av hotellet. En del myror och insekter kom in i rummet,ok för oss. Men är man rädd för små kryp så boka de lite dyrare rummen på den nybyggda delen. Bra frukost. Vi är veganer och det fanns alltid något till oss. Tre sorters frukt varje dag. Trädgården är fin men kunde vara mycket finare om den var lite bättre omhändertagen. Personalen hann inte städa undan alla löv som föll ned. Vi såg apor,ödlor och en fina fåglar i trädgården. Nära till stranden. Ca 10 min promenad. Restaurangen hade fin mat,dock lite dyrare än andra restauranger i området.
Stayed 17 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linnéa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Underbart & charmigt hotell med ljuvlig trädgård

Vi hade 4 fantastiska dagar på detta hotell. Vi var så glada i hotellet så vi inte ens hängde på stranden en enda gång under dessa dagar. Poolen och trädgården var heeeelt fantastiska. Bland de finaste trädgårdarna jag sett! Poolen var lång och lugnt med människor. Personalen var exceptionell, man kände sig verkligen som en del av en familj. De hade grym massage och ayurveda konsultation. Vi bodde i det billigaste rummet som var något litet och sängen var lite hård men helhetsupplevelsen av hotellet vägde upp mot det. Kan verkligen rekommendera detta hotell :)
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Prachtig gebouw met heerlijke rustig tropisch tuin waar alle kamers en restaurant liggen.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

evgeniya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Отличный семейный отдых

ПЕРСОНАЛ ОЧЕНЬ ОТЗЫВЧИВЫЙ.МЫ ЖИЛИ В НОВОМ КОРПУСЕ,НО ВАЙ ФАЙ ПРАКТИЧЕСКИ ВСЕ ВРЕМЯ ОТСУТСТВОВАЛ,ЗА ЭТО МИНУС ОТЕЛЮ.ЗА ВРЕМЯ НАШЕГО ПРЕБЫВАНИЯ БУФЕТ,Т.Е.ШВЕДСКИЙ СТОЛ БЫЛ НЕ СКОЛЬКО ДНЕЙ,КОГДА БЫЛИ ЗАПОЛНЕН ОТЕЛЬ,А ТАК СТАНДАРТ ОМЛЕТ,ТОСТЫ,ФРУКТЫ И СОСИСКИ,И НЕМНОГО ВЫПЕЧКИ.ОЧЕНЬ ХОРОШО УБИРАЛИСЬ,И ПРАКТИЧЕСКИ ВО ВРЕМЯ НАШЕГО ОТСУСТВИЯ В НОМЕРЕ,ДЛЯ НАС ЭТО БЫЛО ОЧЕНЬ ВАЖНО,ТАК КАК ДНЕМ У НАС ТИХИЙ ЧАС,ЕЗДИЛИ С ДВУМЯ ДЕТЬМИ.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent stay from start to finish

We stayed here for a couple of nights near the end of August and initially our room had quite a bad damp smell. They offered us as change of room which was much fresher and couldn't do enough to assist us throughout our stay. It is in the most beautiful idyllic setting and the pool is awesome. Thoroughly recommend this stay and a massive thanks to all the friendly helpful staff. Luke and Hannah
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful old property former residence of Dutch

Beautiful property set in ground with wild life around, monitor lizard, monkeys, mongoose and different species of birds. 5 minute walk away from beach and restaurants.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2018
Verified

4/10 Poor

Piet

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

ALPTRAUM im Economy Zimmer

Von außen hui von innen pfui. Zumindest was die Economy Zimmer betrifft. Ich hatte Zimmer 1was direkt an die Küche grenzt. Alte durchgelegene Matratze, kein vernünftiger Kleiderschrank stattdessen eine Stange mitten im Zimmer zum Aufhängen der Kleidung. KEIN Warmwasser vorhanden. Auch nicht beim Duschen. Alles total abgewöhnt, enge Raumberhältnisse. Alles war schmuddelig, teilweise Stockflecken oder Schimmel an der Wand. Kein Handtuchhalter oder Haken im Bad. Als Seifenanlage diente ein alter Unterteller. Kein Zimmersafe vorhanden. WLAN war sehr miserabel, teils zu langsam für WhatsApp. Total verranzte Toilettenbrille und und und. Einzig schön war der Garten mit dem schön angelegten Teich.
Verified

8/10 Good

kazu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

中心部に近い。バスが頻繁にあり、分かりやすい。

誕生日だったが、スタッフがパーティーをディナーの時してくれた。テーブルセットやケーキの用意、良い夜でした。
Verified

6/10 Okay

Teppo

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort

Good hotel comparing others in the area

We had big family room. Room was very basic, no tv or fridge. You can rent fridge for extra charge. Cleaning was good and staff friendly. 5-10min walk to the beach. Kids loved pool.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

CHOOSE YOUR ROOM CAREFULLY

The hotel staff were very friendly and the outside area (pools, sitting areas and tables) were also nice! We were initially in an older room and it was horrible due to the bugs. The bathroom had lots of openings which allowed 5 large cockroaches into our room, it was disgusting. The room had many holes so bugs easily got into our room, which made the stay uncomfortable. They moved us to another room the second night which was still one of the older rooms but was a bit better. Still many holes in the foundation which allowed for bugs. I would ONLY recommend staying in one of the newer rooms. Would NOT recommend staying in the older rooms, they look nothing like the pictures.
Verified

8/10 Good

Annie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very friendly hotel with excellent restaurant

It was a surprise to find that most of the other guests were Danish - there is a special arrangement with a Danish travel company. The location was good, very quiet at night but just a short walk from the beach. The swimming pool was great. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. I ate dinner almost every evening because the food was excellent and there was a good variety.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Stay!

Very nice heritage hotel with a gorgeous garden and 2 swimming pools. Breakfast was outstanding. Peacefull and very nice place to relax with family.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful greenery, very peaceful away from city noise. Service is old fashioned and won't take much for staff to receive more training and to exude warmth and friendliness.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

酒店干净，花园式酒店很厚重的历史文化。出门就有公交站点儿，当然也有突突车随时候客

员工很友好，服务上等，最高订高级双人间（在新楼的景观更好，空气更流通）
Verified

8/10 Good

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice hotel

the room price is good compared to service and quality. It's clean, a good and friendly welcome with complementary juice at arrival. The restaurant has a good selection of foods that are very tasty and well presented.
Verified

8/10 Good

Anu Prakash

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Peaceful and Relaxing

Really amazing place. Peaceful and close to beach. Nice friendly staff. Would love to go back there again. Thank a lot for a lovely stay!
Verified

8/10 Good

philippe

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Good hotel but ants in your room

This hotel as a decent location.. you will need a tuk tuk to get to the main city (around 10 mins). Hotel is old but clean... friendly staff and okay breakfast. Nice pool! The only problem was ants... a lot of ants IN the room. They should really try and fix that.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lingo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A very good hotel

Family room is perfect for 4 people. And like the garden, lotus pool very much, very stay hotel for hours and safari the garden, find many birds, flogs, squirrels, and lizard....