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Thambu Illam

3.5 star property
Hotel in Jaffna with 24-hour front desk and outdoor pool

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
The current price is AU$180
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug

Room options

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Superior Room

Superior Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
107 Brown Road, Jaffna, Northern Province, 40000

What's nearby

  • Sri Nagavihara International Buddhist Centre - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Jaffna Vegetable Market - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Jaffna Clock Tower - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Jaffna Fort - 5 min drive - 3.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Mangos - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪US Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Jaffna Authentic Cuisine - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Malayan Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cosy Restaurant - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Thambu Illam

Property highlights
You can look forward to a terrace, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services at Thambu Illam. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a restaurant.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
  • Multilingual staff, coffee/tea in reception and a water dispenser
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and bidets
  • 32-inch LED TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, daily housekeeping and desks

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 2 to 5 for adults and USD 2 to 5 for children
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at noon
Early check-in subject to availability
An early check-in fee will be charged
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 20
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 15 (from 10 to 18 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 20
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 15 (from 10 to 18 years old)
  • New Year's Day (1 January) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 20
  • New Year's Day (1 January) Gala Dinner per child: USD 15 (from 10 to 18 years old)
  • Valentine's Day (14 February) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 20
  • Valentine's Day (14 February) Gala Dinner per child: USD 15 (from 10 to 18 years old)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately USD 2 to 5 for adults and USD 2 to 5 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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

You need to know

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

A fee for a mandatory Christmas Day gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on 25 December

Property is also known as

Thambu Illam Jaffna
Thambu Illam Hotel
Thambu Illam Hotel Jaffna
Thambu Illam Hotel
Thambu Illam Jaffna
Thambu Illam Hotel Jaffna

Frequently asked questions

Does Thambu Illam have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Thambu Illam?

As of 16 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thambu Illam on 6 Aug 2025 start from AU$179.89, 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 Thambu Illam pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Thambu Illam?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Thambu Illam?

Check-in begins at noon. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Thambu Illam?

Checkout is at noon. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Thambu Illam located?

Situated in Jaffna, this hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Sri Nagavihara International Buddhist Centre, Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil and Royal Palace Ruins. Jaffna Vegetable Market and Jaffna Archaeological Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Thambu Illam Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 12 reviews
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

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