Title: The Notary's House - Latest Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Notary's House A peaceful country retreat where guests find serenity in the outdoor pool and gardens while enjoying thoughtful amenities and genuine hospitality ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21050000/21049700/21049634/29a498ea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21050000/21049700/21049634/72b14ba8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21050000/21049700/21049634/20196193.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21050000/21049700/21049634/5ac496ab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21050000/21049700/21049634/c593c097.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Notary's House welcomes travelers with a hearty breakfast before they head to the spa for some well-deserved relaxation. Guests spend sunny afternoons by the outdoor pool, take leisurely strolls through the garden, and appreciate the convenience of in-room WiFi. 9.4 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Spa - Pool - Room service - Breakfast included - Laundry - Housekeeping ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 22 - Oct. 23](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=21049634&PinnedHotelID=21049634&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=21049634&PinnedHotelID=21049634&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 23 - Oct. 24](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=21049634&PinnedHotelID=21049634&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=21049634&PinnedHotelID=21049634&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 24 - Oct. 26](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=21049634&PinnedHotelID=21049634&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=21049634&PinnedHotelID=21049634&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 31 - Nov. 2](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=21049634&PinnedHotelID=21049634&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=21049634&PinnedHotelID=21049634&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 7 of 7 rooms ![1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21050000/21049700/21049634/20196193.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate dining area Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Ceiling fan Separate bedroom - 420 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21050000/21049700/21049634/20196193.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate dining area Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Ceiling fan Separate bedroom - 420 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21050000/21049700/21049634/20196193.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate dining area Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Ceiling fan Separate bedroom - 420 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21050000/21049700/21049634/064d906d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Twin Room, Multiple Beds ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate dining area Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Ceiling fan Separate bedroom - 280 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Large Twin Beds ![1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21050000/21049700/21049634/20196193.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate dining area Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Ceiling fan Separate bedroom - 280 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21050000/21049700/21049634/20196193.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate dining area Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Ceiling fan Separate bedroom - 280 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21050000/21049700/21049634/064d906d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Suite, Multiple Beds ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate dining area Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Flat-screen TV 2 bedrooms Premium bedding - 700 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 5 - 1 King Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMakandura-Hotels-The-Notarys-House.h21049634.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMakandura-Hotels-The-Notarys-House.h21049634.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C7.33123%2C79.99896&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=y0ZMF_vsVW9gTTJVHbrANP6O7Yw=) Mawathahena Watta, Gonawila, Pannala, 60170 #### What's nearby - Negombo Beach - 33 min drive - 27.3 km - St Anthony's Church - 33 min drive - 29.2 km - Negombo Beach Park - 34 min drive - 28.8 km - St.Mary's Church - 37 min drive - 32.1 km - Negombo Fish Market - 38 min drive - 32.8 km #### Getting around - Railway Station Negombo - 43 min drive - Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 60 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Browns Indutrial Park Ltd - Canteen - ‬4 min drive - ‪Enjola - ‬13 min drive - ‪Dinithi Bakers - ‬19 min walk - ‪Roshan Hotel - ‬11 min drive - ‪Didula Hotel & Resturant - ‬19 min walk ## About this property ### The Notary's House Property highlights Consider a stay at The Notary's House and take advantage of free breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Take some time to relax at the onsite spa. In addition to a playground and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - An outdoor pool - Free self parking - A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and smoke-free premises - Luggage storage and a front-desk safe Room features All guestrooms at The Notary's House feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks like separate sitting areas and separate dining areas. 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Parking included - Free WiFi CA $27 CA $32 total includes taxes & fees Oct 23 - Oct 24 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=101431992&PinnedHotelID=101431992&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Free breakfast available - A restaurant ### Things to do - Full-service spa - Outdoor pool - Playground ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool - Playground - Separate bedroom - Separate in-room dining area - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Garden - Picnic area - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel ### More - Mosquito nets - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Bidet - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Free bottled water - Limited room service - Separate dining area ### More - Air conditioning (climate-controlled) - Ceiling fan - Desk - Safe - Separate sitting area - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Late check-in fee for check-in between 2:00 PM and 6:00 AM ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation This is a designated quarantine hotel. The property can only accept bookings from travelers who are required to quarantine (i.e. international travelers). You may be asked to provide evidence of this on arrival. This is a certified Sri Lanka Tourism Level 1 property. Sri Lanka Tourism Level 1 is a health and safety certification issued by the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority. ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 45.0 per day ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: USD 60.00 per vehicle (roundtrip) - Late check-in fee for check-in between 2:00 PM and 6:00 AM - Rollaway bed fee: USD 45.0 per day 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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property ### Property is also known as Notary's House Hotel Pannala Notary's House Hotel Notary's House Pannala The Notary's House Hotel The Notary's House Pannala The Notary's House Hotel Pannala ## Frequently asked questions ### Does The Notary's House have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Notary's House? > As of Oct 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Notary's House on Oct 23, 2025 start from CA $168.59, excluding 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Makandura-Hotels-The-Notarys-House.h21049634.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is The Notary's House pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at The Notary's House? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Notary's House? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 2:00 PM–6:00 AM for a fee. ### What time is check-out at The Notary's House? > Check-out is at 11 AM. ### Does The Notary's House provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 60.00 per vehicle applies. ### Where is The Notary's House located? > Situated in Makandura, this hotel is 13.7 mi (22.1 km) from Negombo Beach. ## Have a question? 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