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    Yathra Houseboat by Jetwing

    30 reviews
    #13 of 80 B&Bs / Inns in Bentota
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    449/1 Elpitiya Road | Dedduwa, Haburugala, Bentota 80500, Sri Lanka
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    29 reviews
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    Fantastic Finale
    After two weeks of a packed itinerary staying in guest houses and hostels we opted for our final night on board Yathra. It was the best decision as Captain Leel and the crew made us very welcome; collecting us from the station, providing lunch and accommodating early check-in to…
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    Date of stay: February 2019
    Floating heaven
    Great service like other jetwing resorts. Room is bit compact but the whole journey values for money. The evening ride is very peaceful and charming. The staff was really supportive and privacy is kept at it's highest. The breakfast ride is memorable and joyful with all smooth…
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    Date of stay: March 2018
    Floating Charm!
    It's simply beautiful. The accommodation floats on the lagoon. The view from it is splendid. Surrounded by nature watching the sun rise & set enjoying the small critters rushing about was a wonderful experience. The place is romance it's self. The staff was attentive & the food…
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    Date of stay: January 2019
    Response from Jetwing H, General Manager at Yathra Houseboat by Jetwing
    Responded Jan 7, 2019
    Dear Guest, Thank you for sharing your holiday experience on TripAdvisor following your stay at Yathra Houseboat by Jetwing. We are very pleased to hear of your amazing experience at Yathra Houseboat by Jetwing!. Thank you for your comments on the overall services and for recognizing the commitment of our associates. We have shared your comments with our associates and I am sure it will motivate them further. We hope we will have the pleasure of welcoming you back for another stay soon. Ayubowan! (May you live long!) Leel Koralage General Manager
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    Yathra Houseboat Bentota
    This is a unique, one of its kind experience. The four of us had the houseboat to ourselves for two nights of luxury. The captain and his team provided excellent service, attentive yet unobtrusive at all times. Don’t pass up this rare opportunity to quietly glide through the…
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    Date of stay: December 2018
    Response from Jetwing H, General Manager at Yathra Houseboat by Jetwing
    Responded Dec 27, 2018
    Dear Guest, Thank you for sharing your holiday experience on TripAdvisor following your stay at Yathra Houseboat by Jetwing. We are very pleased to hear of your amazing experience at Yathra Houseboat by Jetwing!. Thank you for your comments on the overall services and for recognizing the commitment of our associates. We have shared your comments with our associates and I am sure it will motivate them further. We hope we will have the pleasure of welcoming you back for another stay soon. Ayubowan! (May you live long)
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    Perfect getaway in beautiful Sri Lanka!
    We had booked Yathra to spend time with our Grands as we came down to Sri Lanka. This is the first house boat in Sri Lanka and is truly a 5* house boat.it has 2 fully equipped rooms with Bathrooms that have running hot water.. We had 3 meals onboard. Food was amazing, certainly…
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    Date of stay: December 2018
    Response from Jetwing H, General Manager at Yathra Houseboat by Jetwing
    Responded Dec 27, 2018
    Dear Guest, Thank you for sharing your holiday experience on TripAdvisor following your stay at Yathra Houseboat by Jetwing. We are pleased to hear of your amazing experience at Yathra Houseboat by Jetwing! Thank you for your comments on the overall services and for recognizing the commitment of our associates. We have shared your comments with our associates and I am sure it will motivate them further. We hope we will have the pleasure of welcoming you back for another stay soon. Ayubowan! (May you live long) Leel Koralage General Manager
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    "Any room of the two room will do"
    "A little difficult to find but well worth the effort. You should look for the jetwing boat house instead of looking for yathra."
    PRICE RANGE
    $109 - $249 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
    FORMERLY KNOWN AS
    Shirim New Age Resort
    LOCATION
    Sri LankaSouthern ProvinceGalle DistrictBentota
    NUMBER OF ROOMS
    2
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