"Great value hotel. What you pay and what you get are excellent. Plenty of staff around if you need anything and the rooms are spacious and cleaned often. "
"Great value hotel. What you pay and what you get are excellent. Plenty of staff around if you need anything and the rooms are spacious and cleaned often. "
"Outstanding Experience – Highly Recommended
From the moment we arrived, we were warmly welcomed with a friendly smile and a complimentary drink. The hospitality was exceptional – the staff were incredibly helpful, attentive, and went out of their way to ensure we had everything we needed.
The entire stay was smooth, comfortable, and truly exceeded our expectations. The atmosphere was relaxed yet professional, and every detail was taken care of with care and precision.
We left with only...
"Outstanding Experience – Highly Recommended
From the moment we arrived, we were warmly welcomed with a friendly smile and a complimentary drink. The hospitality was exceptional – the staff were incredibly helpful, attentive, and went out of their way to ensure we had everything we needed.
The entire stay was smooth, comfortable, and truly exceeded our expectations. The atmosphere was relaxed yet professional, and every detail was taken care of with care and precision.
We left with only...
"The wifi went down every evening. The breakfast is Sri Lankan vegetarian. I’m completely flummoxed why previous reviewers say the location is good. They seem to believe that its location between the city and the beach is an advantage. It is near nothing. I had to walk a minimum of 30 minutes to find a restaurant or a grocery store. As a result you have to drive to get anything."
"The wifi went down every evening. The breakfast is Sri Lankan vegetarian. I’m completely flummoxed why previous reviewers say the location is good. They seem to believe that its location between the city and the beach is an advantage. It is near nothing. I had to walk a minimum of 30 minutes to find a restaurant or a grocery store. As a result you have to drive to get anything."
"A few km outside Jaffna. Friendly informative owner who we had informative conversations. The hotel offered Sri Lankan menu - which we didn’t use as we were out and about in Jaffna. A variety of people staying at hotel , both srilankans and Europeans. Rooms were spacious . Bathroom could have been better maintained , we were happy overall.
Would recommend if you are looking for a convenient interesting place to stay.
Thank you for an enjoyable stay.
"
"A few km outside Jaffna. Friendly informative owner who we had informative conversations. The hotel offered Sri Lankan menu - which we didn’t use as we were out and about in Jaffna. A variety of people staying at hotel , both srilankans and Europeans. Rooms were spacious . Bathroom could have been better maintained , we were happy overall.
Would recommend if you are looking for a convenient interesting place to stay.
Thank you for an enjoyable stay.
"
"We had an amazing stay at The Thinnai! The atmosphere is lovely, with natural trees and plants all around, creating a very green and refreshing environment. It really feels like a little oasis, so peaceful and relaxing.
Our room was spacious, well-maintained, and air-conditioned made our stay really comfortable.
A special mention to the fantastic staff! Dasinta at reception gave us such a warm welcome and was always happy to help with any questions. We also had great service from Dilakshi in...
"We had an amazing stay at The Thinnai! The atmosphere is lovely, with natural trees and plants all around, creating a very green and refreshing environment. It really feels like a little oasis, so peaceful and relaxing.
Our room was spacious, well-maintained, and air-conditioned made our stay really comfortable.
A special mention to the fantastic staff! Dasinta at reception gave us such a warm welcome and was always happy to help with any questions. We also had great service from Dilakshi in...
"Our group needed 3 rooms. 2/3 rooms the A/C worked. After the first night, the room with non functioning A/C we did let the front desk know. We don’t think any attempt was made to resolve the issue during the day. When we came back to the hotel and raised the issue, we were moved to another room claiming the A/C worked but it was marginally better.
Rooms were never cleaned during the day. We had to ask for new coffee cups for the room. There were no towels provided till we asked.
It appears...
"Our group needed 3 rooms. 2/3 rooms the A/C worked. After the first night, the room with non functioning A/C we did let the front desk know. We don’t think any attempt was made to resolve the issue during the day. When we came back to the hotel and raised the issue, we were moved to another room claiming the A/C worked but it was marginally better.
Rooms were never cleaned during the day. We had to ask for new coffee cups for the room. There were no towels provided till we asked.
It appears...
"The rooms were clean and well-maintained, and the amenities provided made our stay even more enjoyable. The hotel is in a peaceful location and gives a homely feeling."
"The rooms were clean and well-maintained, and the amenities provided made our stay even more enjoyable. The hotel is in a peaceful location and gives a homely feeling."
"Due to the Full-moon celebrations we had made a booking days in advance, which had been confirmed in writing. On the day of arrival when we called the hotel to inform that our train would be an hour late, they claimed we didn’t have a booking. They even put the phone down on us. "
"Due to the Full-moon celebrations we had made a booking days in advance, which had been confirmed in writing. On the day of arrival when we called the hotel to inform that our train would be an hour late, they claimed we didn’t have a booking. They even put the phone down on us. "
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
"We had a pleasant stay at this hotel. The rooms comfortable, and the atmosphere felt welcoming from the moment we arrived. What stood out most was the staff—friendly, attentive, and always ready to help with a smile. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a relaxing and well-cared visit."
"The rooms were clean and well-maintained, and the amenities provided made our stay even more enjoyable. The hotel is in a peaceful location and gives a homely feeling."
"Great value hotel. What you pay and what you get are excellent. Plenty of staff around if you need anything and the rooms are spacious and cleaned often. "
What are some of the best holiday rentals that Velanai has to offer?
Sobia Villa: This holiday home rental outside of Velanai is located in the historical district, and has a furnished balcony, a terrace and free WiFi to put you at ease in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities such as a dishwasher and kitchenware can make your holiday run smoothly. See all vacation rentals in Velanai.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Velanai, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Velanai.
What is staying in Velanai like?
Travellers to Velanai will find plenty to explore and enjoy. There are 61 hotels and other accommodation options in the surrounding area. Find out more about Velanai.
The hottest months are usually April and May, with an average temperature of 29°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 27°C. The rainiest months in Velanai are November, December, October and September, with each month seeing an average of 277 mm of rainfall.
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