Jaffna Heritage Hotel
9.669861, 80.027715Overview
Featuring a prime location in the heart of the city, the 4-star Jaffna Heritage Hotel is merely a 5-minute walk from Sri Lanka Archive Of Contemporary Art. Situated in close proximity to Nallur Kovil, this Jaffna hotel features an outdoor pool area and hot public baths and an outdoor swimming pool.
Location
The boutique-style property is located within a 10-minute drive of the restored Clock Tower and Jaffna Archaeological Museum is around 1 km away. Religious sights in the area include the famous Tamil Vaitheeswaran Kovil Pond Temple (2.2 km) and the solitary Sri Nagavihara International Buddhist Centre (1 km). Visit Paanankulam, merely a 5-minute walk from this hotel, and feel complete harmony with the nature of Sri Lanka. There is Kadurugoda Buddhist Temple around 10 minutes away by car, while Kacheriyady bus station within walking distance of Jaffna Heritage Hotel.
For those travelling from afar, Jaffna airport is 43 minutes' drive away.
Rooms
The Heritage welcomes guests to 10 non-smoking rooms. Some of them come with complimentary wireless internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels along with coffee and tea making equipment. Also, they feature tiled flooring. Bathrooms include a shower, along with comforts such as a shower cap and bath sheets.
Eat & Drink
The Heritage Jaffna offers on-site breakfast in the restaurant.
Leisure & Business
A sunbathing terrace and an outdoor swimming pool are available for an additional charge. Beach facilities at the accommodation include loungers and umbrellas. You can also benefit from a business centre featuring a photocopy machine and a desk.
Rooms and availability
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Room size:
46 m²
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Max:3 persons
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Room size:
56 m²
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Max:2 persons
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Room size:
46 m²
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Essential information about Jaffna Heritage Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 5028 INR |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 2.4 km |
| 🗺️ Location rating | 8.6 |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 24.2 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Jaffna, JAF |
Location
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Reviews of Jaffna Heritage Hotel
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missingWrote a review on 30 Novspacious roomtraditional dishesquick serviceminor room issueslimited pool relaxation area
The stay was enjoyable as it made exploring the nearby Nallur temple quite convenient, being just a short walk away. The spacious deluxe triple room was a perfect retreat after all the sightseeing, and the quality of the furniture added a touch of elegance. I particularly loved the breakfast. the variety of traditional Sri Lankan dishes was a delightful way to start the day. The staff was quick to address any minor room issues, and I appreciated their willingness to ensure a comfortable experience overall.
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missingWrote a review on 28 Nov
my favourite property in jaffna. surprising and fairly clean hotel with a great value. lovely location, approx 10-15 minutes' walk from jaffna archaeological museum. good restaurant for lunch and dinner.
No food.
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missingWrote a review on 28 Nov
The breakfasts are really tasty with a wide array of options.
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missingWrote a review on 26 Novwonderful breakfastloud reception phonepoorly maintained pool
The hotel has a wonderful breakfast selection.
I faced several annoyances . The reception's phone rang at 6am, waking me up with its loud tone, and the staff outside my room were far from quiet at that hour. I found the pool area to be poorly maintained. The loungers were muddy, crammed beneath overgrown trees.
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missingWrote a review on 23 Novspacious roomworn bathroom
The room was nice, but the bathroom had some wear and tear.
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missingWrote a review on 22 Octfantastic pooldelicious breakfastspacious roomspricing issues
Staying at Jaffna Heritage felt special. The pool offered a fantastic spot to unwind after exploring. The room was spacious with excellent quality furniture. Housekeeping kept everything nothing messy. Breakfast really stood out. The traditional Sri Lankan dishes were delicious, though some curries were served cold. Minor issues included some ants in the bathroom and a tiny bit of water damage in the room. Pricing felt higher than what was initially booked, disappointing. A charming blend of comfort and tradition, just a short bus ride from Jaffna city center.
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missingWrote a review on 16 Octfriendly stafftraditional breakfastpeaceful ambiancebathroom fittingsupgrade needed
I was impressed by the super friendly and warm staff, especially the Manager, Mr Wije. The breakfast was a good array of traditional vegetarian dishes, including homemade varieties, which I enjoyed thoroughly. The peaceful ambiance added to my relaxation.
Bathrooms could use an upgrade.
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missingWrote a review on 30 Aprhelpful staffcozy roomdelicious breakfastpoorly maintained pool area
The staff were helpful. After exploring the city, the cozy room and delicious vegetarian breakfast.
the swimming pool area needs better maintenance.
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missingWrote a review on 14 Marroombreakfastlocation
Would be happy to recommend for an overnight stay
Comfortable room, wonderful breakfast, with a great location just a short distance from the temple and excellent air conditioning for a restful night.
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missingWrote a review on 24 Febspacious roomawesome breakfastcold currieshigher price
Spacious rooms with fantastic local breakfast
The spacious beautiful triple room was a lovely retreat after a long day, and the quality of the furniture really stood out. The breakfast was the highlight, with a range of delicious traditional Sri Lankan dishes, although some curries could be warmer. The staff was attentive, assisting us with everything from transport to local sightseeing.
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missingWrote a review on 24 Sept
The breakfast was very tasty and delicious, with a wide range of good foods. It is a perfect and comfortable location close to Jaffna Public Library and other important places in the Northern peninsula. - the hotel is conveniently located near all major tourist attractions and good restaurants.
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missingWrote a review on 22 Aug
We enjoyed our three-day stay in a triple room that had tea/coffee facilities and a peaceful design.
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missingWrote a review on 15 Jul
Lovely place with fantastic vegetarian breakfast options. the beds are super comfy, and the rooms are tidy. 😊
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missingWrote a review on 24 Jun
The hotel offers amazing rooms and delicious food. Its location is perfect for visiting the Nallur Temple. The staff, including the friendly manager Vije and helpful staff member Wijey, provide excellent service. The hotel is situated in a peaceful area which is close to the town.
Felt special, no reason to complain.
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missingWrote a review on 06 Jun
The rooms at this hotel were surprisingly spacious and one of the biggest we stayed in during our trip. the authentic cuisine offered at the hotel's restaurant really showcased the unique flavors of the region. the hotel's location in the heart of the city, next to the Nallur Kovil, allowed us to truly experience the essence of Jaffna.
There was a cockroach in our room and the sink in the washroom had a drainage problem. These issues were a bit disappointing considering the overall quality of the hotel.
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