Frequently Asked Questions

The best way to find out about availability is to click on the BOOK NOW link. Here, select the dates you are looking for, and you’ll be given an instant answer.
Remember that there are options for both upstairs and downstairs rooms, so if one is not available, please check the other option.

Click on the BOOK NOW button at the top of every page. Select your dates, and choose either Standard First Floor or Standard Ground Floor. Then, choose your board basis and you’ll be given an instant quote.

To reserve your room, you’ll be asked for a credit card deposit of 20%. Once through, your booking is confirmed instantly.

Please visit the Yoga, Wellness, or Surf pages (in the menu above) to book retreats directly. On each page you'll find specific instructions for booking as well as various options for dates, packages, and skill level. To reserve your retreat, you’ll be asked for a credit card deposit of 20% to hold your spot.

Yes, the rates are the same across all websites. Some websites list the prices pre-tax and some including taxes, but ultimately they are common rated.

The prices on the Talalla website are fully inclusive of all taxes.

There are three taxes in Sri Lanka that you must be aware of. NBT – 2%, VAT – 7%, SERVICE CHARGE 10%.

At Talalla, your tab will be paid upon checkout by Cash, Mastercard, Visa or AMEX.

First floor rooms have two open walls and a balcony. Ground floor rooms have two sides made of venetian wooden shutters, and a balcony.

Talalla Retreat is a “retreat” destination, and cannot
accommodate children under 6 years of age during
the busy season – 1 December - 31 January.
Families with young children are very welcome to
visit Talalla Retreat during the months of February
– November.
We ask all guests to respect this policy in the best
interests and expectations of all guests visiting
Talalla Retreat.

Please note that if you book a first-floor room and advise of a small child, your booking will be converted to a ground floor room. Children can only be accommodated in ground floor rooms due to safety concerns. As all Big House rooms contain balconies, children cannot be accommodated in the Big House. Big House and Bungalow rooms are unable to be made into triple share. Our pool is not fenced, and Talalla beach does not have lifeguard service.

* Anyone above 10 years is considered as an adult

Please see rates for – “Double + extra bed” charge. For two small beds in a standard room, extra bed charge is USD$15 per night (excl. of taxes and service charge).
Children aged 6-9 years old will be charged 50% of food menu items. Children 10 years and over will be charged 100%. A complimentary cot is provided for children under two years old upon request.

Yes, free wifi is available so you have the option of staying in touch with your family, friends, and the office. Our main router is in the resort Restaurant and although it’s definitely not as fast as you get at home, you can do the basics and Skype calls are possible.

Yes, the Location of the resort although relatively isolated does receive good cell and 3g coverage from local providers such as Dialog and Mobitel. Dont forget though when you’re abroad calls will be charged per minute. Calls received are also charged per minute.

Cancellation more than 7 days prior to arrival: no charge (except peak period December – April); Cancellations during peak period, less than 7 days prior to arrival or No Shows: loss of deposit (20% of booking cost) or one night’s accommodation – whichever is more. Early departures will be charged 20% of the remaining booking cost, except in December and January when early departures will be obligated to pay full remaining booking cost. Please note that refunds can only be processed to the credit card used to make the booking and may take up to 28 days.

For our Yoga & Wellness Retreat cancellation policy please see this link: www.talallaretreat.com/our-terms-and-conditions/

Yes. Please email [email protected] for a trade fact sheet.

All press stays are negotiated on an ad hoc basis due to the number of requests we receive. Please email [email protected] with details of your proposed coverage to request a press stay.

Resident rates for Sri Lankan residents or citizens are available with proof of residency during shoulder and off peak periods. Please email [email protected] for a quote.

Direct Bookings:
Cancellations more than 7 days prior to arrival – No Charge (except peak period cancellations)
Cancellations during PEAK PERIOD or less than 7 days prior to arrival, and no shows – No refund of deposit
Early departures will be charged 20% of the remaining booking cost.
From December 19th – January 31st(PEAK PERIOD) early departures will be required to pay full booking cost.
Refunds can only be processed as a refund to the credit card details provided at the time of booking.

Agent Bookings:
All the payments should be made by 3days prior to the arrival.
Cancellations more than 3 days prior to arrival – No Charge (except peak period cancellations)
Cancellations during PEAK PERIOD or less than 3 days prior to arrival, and no shows – No refund.
Early departures will be charged 20% of the remaining booking cost.
From December 19th – January 31st(PEAK PERIOD) early departures will be required to pay full booking cost.

We do have seven sea-view rooms with air conditioning units installed. But all rooms at Talalla are open-sided and boast generous open sky-marble bathrooms, and private balconies or patios with lush oasis views. All of our rooms are cooled by natural sea breezes and large ceiling fans.

Yes. All rooms of our property/hotel do have lockers even big enough for laptops and cameras

Sri Lanka uses Type D electrical plugs and sockets. Known as the Old British Plug it can often be found in countries that were originally electrified by the British. It has three large round pins in a triangular configuration, Travelling with a surge protector is always a good idea as power surges and inconsistent currents are common. Adaptors are provided in all rooms at Talalla, so if you forget, its not a problem.

Talalla is located on the southern tip of Sri Lanka near the city of Matara. It is well connected with public transport from all parts of Sri Lanka. Visit our location page for more details.