We have created a list with the best luxury hotels in Unawatuna, Sri Lanka. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Sara Lind & Adam Larsen. Updated March 2024.
Relaxing atmosphere. Romantic. Great interior design. Popular among couples. Kaju Green Eco Lodges is unique Nature resort just in the middle of Eluwilla bird sanctuary. Situated in the Unawatuna area, just 10 minutes from historical Galle Fort. Spacious and stylish lodges equipped by comfortable mattresses, sofa-balcony, high-quality drinkable tap water from our source, hot water rain shower in spacious and luxurious bathroom, high-speed WI-FI throughout resort. Healthy activities and nature friendly concept. We offer free tuk-tuk shuttle to/from the best Turtle beach where you can enjoy swimming with giant sea turtles in their natural environment. A wide variety of healthy and popular activities like a salt water swimming pool, cycling and kayaking, yoga and SUP-Yoga classes, Pilates are also available on the site. Spa pavilion with top-quality spa and massage therapy. On-site restaurant, fully equipped kitchen and well-trained team are providing healthy and delicious vegetarian meals and refreshing beverages.Show full description
This boutique hotel is one of the most popular in Unawatuna among couples!
Delightful property. Hip. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. Sielen Diva is a beachfront property located in Thalpe, a 15 minute drive from the UNESCO Heritage Site, Galle Fort. The Sielen Diva offers an infinity pool, free Wi-Fi, a rooftop sunset terrace, beach deck, in-house spa treatments and a games room. Each room is well-equipped with a flat screen Smart TV, ample wardrobe space, desk and a luxurious en-suite bathroom with branded toiletries. All bedrooms are air-conditioned and offer panoramic views of the Indian Ocean from the floor-to-ceiling glass windows. The in-house chefs are skilled at preparing both local and international cuisine. Packed lunches and BBQs can be arranged upon request. The Sielen Diva is a 2-hour drive from Bandaranaike International Airport. The Unawatuna Railway Station is a 5 minute drive away (4.2 km).Show full description
This might be the most beautiful, cool and well designed luxury hotel in Unawatuna. It also has very cosy rooms! Soooo nice!
Boutique hotel.Charming. Cosy rooms. Situated in Unawatuna, 800 metres from Jungle Beach, Hotel Paradiso, features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a shared kitchen and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi. The hotel has family rooms. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Unawatuna Beach, Rumassala South Beach and Japanese Peace Pagoda. The nearest airport is Koggala, 10 km from Hotel Paradiso, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Very stylish. Trendy. Comfortable beds. Popular among women.Opened October 2021. Green Escape Unawatuna has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Unawatuna. Featuring a restaurant, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation offers room service, a tour desk and currency exchange for guests. The rooms are equipped with a kettle, while certain rooms also offer a kitchen with a fridge, a stovetop and a toaster. All guest rooms will provide guests with a minibar. The hotel offers an à la carte or continental breakfast. You can play billiards at Green Escape Unawatuna, and the area is popular for cycling. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Dalawella Beach, Mihiripenna Beach and Unawatuna Beach. The nearest airport is Koggala, 7 km from Green Escape Unawatuna, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Charming. Stylish. Great value. Popular among couples. Set in Unawatuna, 100 metres from Mihiripenna Beach, Owl and the Pussycat Hotel & Restaurant offers accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Featuring a terrace, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation provides room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. At the hotel, all rooms are fitted with a desk, bed linen and a balcony with a garden view. All rooms are equipped with a kettle, while some rooms also offer a kitchenette with a fridge and a stovetop. All guest rooms feature a safety deposit box. A continental, American or Asian breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. At Owl and the Pussycat Hotel & Restaurant you will find a restaurant serving Seafood, local and Asian cuisine. A halal option can also be requested. The area is popular for diving and cycling, in addition, bike hire and car hire are available at this hotel. Dalawella Beach is 700 metres from the accommodation, while Talpe Beach is 1.1 km from the property. The nearest airport is Koggala, 5 km from Owl and the Pussycat Hotel & Restaurant, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Perhaps this is the most CHARMING boutique hotel in Unawatuna. It also has great affordability.
Historic. Relaxing atmosphere. Cosy rooms. Perched on a hilltop and providing a view of the famous Unawatuna Beach, The Horizon Hill Top Villa is located in Dalawella, 800 metres from Dalawella beach. It is 600 metres from Sri Yoga Shala. Free WiFi access is available. Yoga sessions can be arranged. Each room here will provide you with a TV, air conditioning and a balcony. There is also a dining table. Featuring a shower, private bathroom also comes with a bath or shower and a hairdryer. You can enjoy pool view and garden view from the room. Extras include a minibar, a seating area and a DVD player. At The Horizon Hill Top Villa you will find barbecue facilities, a bar and a snack bar. Other facilities offered at the property include water sports facilities and laundry facilities. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including cycling and fishing. The property offers free parking. The Galle Light House, Galle Fort and Dutch Church Galle are located with 5 km from the property. The Bandaranaike International Airport is 160 km away.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Opened May 2022. Located in Unawatuna, 500 metres from Mihiripenna Beach, Villa Selenya provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Providing a restaurant, the property also has a bar, as well as a hot tub. The accommodation features room service and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. Rooms are equipped with a kettle, while some rooms will provide you with a balcony and others also provide guests with sea views. At Villa Selenya every room is fitted with bed linen and towels. A continental, Asian or vegetarian breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. Talpe Beach is 700 metres from the accommodation, while Dalawella Beach is 1.2 km away. The nearest airport is Koggala Airport, 4 km from Villa Selenya.Show full description
A tip: Explore by neighbourhood. You can find luxury hotels within or near different neighbourhoods of Unawatuna here: Unawatuna BeachMihiripenna Beach
Unique. Great views. Rooftop bar. Offering a rooftop with panoramic views of the Indian Ocean and an infinity pool, Agnus Unawatuna - Unawatuna is situated in Unawatuna, less than 1 km from Japanese Peace Pagoda. Located close to Unawatuna Beach and Jungle Beach the property provides free WiFi. All rooms have an en-suite, coffee and tea making facilities, satellite TV and WiFi. English Breakfast or Sri Lankan breakfast are available every morning at the accommodation. Guests can grab a bite to eat at the on-site restaurant. Guests at Agnus Unawatuna - Unawatuna will be able to enjoy activities in and around Unawatuna, like cycling, surfing, diving, snorkeling and hiking.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Newly opened, December 2023. Located in Unawatuna, 1.3 km from Bonavista Beach, Villa Rumassala Luxury Chalets Unawatuna provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. The property is around 1.7 km from Jungle Beach, 2.9 km from Rumassala South Beach and 4.8 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium. Villa Rumassala Luxury Chalets Unawatuna features certain units with mountain views, and every room is fitted with a balcony. The nearest airport is Koggala Airport, 9 km from Villa Rumassala Luxury Chalets Unawatuna. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. All units at the hotel come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kitchen, a dining area, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a bidet, free toiletries and a hairdryer. The units will provide guests with a desk and a kettle. The daily breakfast offers à la carte, continental or Full English/Irish options. Galle Fort is 5 km from the accommodation, while Dutch Church Galle is 5.1 km away.Show full description
Located at middle of the Unawatuna Bay. Ridee Villa offers air-conditioned rooms with an en suite bathroom. The property features a restaurant and free Wi-Fi. Ridee Villa is a 2-minute walk from the Unawatuna Diving Centre. Galle City is a 10-minute drive. A 15-minute drive leads to Galle Fortress Castle. Colombo International Airport is 110 km away. Rooms at Ridee come with traditional dark wood furnishings and warm lighting. Each is fitted with a telephone, work desk and bathroom with shower facilities. A shared kitchen is available. The hotel has a 24-hour front desk that can arrange for Ayurveda massages and currency exchange services. Unique classic and vintage car tours can be arranged for sightseeing around Galle Fort on request. Please contact the property for more details and availability. The restaurant serves a fine selection of Sri Lankan and Western dishes. Room service is available upon request.Show full description
Resort.Great location. Rooftop pool.Opened March 2021. Located in Unawatuna, a few steps from Unawatuna Beach, Araliya Beach Resort & Spa Unawatuna provides accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Featuring room service, this property also provides guests with a children's playground. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a kids' club and free WiFi throughout the property. The resort will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a kettle, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a bidet. Selected rooms come with a kitchen with a fridge, an oven and a microwave. At Araliya Beach Resort & Spa Unawatuna each room has bed linen and towels. The daily breakfast offers continental, Full English/Irish or American options. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving British, Indian and Indonesian cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and halal options can also be requested. Popular points of interest near Araliya Beach Resort & Spa Unawatuna include Jungle Beach, Rumassala South Beach and Japanese Peace Pagoda. The nearest airport is Koggala Airport, 9 km from the resort.Show full description
Comfortable beds. Cosy rooms. Popular among women. A 10-minute walk from the beautiful Unawatuna Beach, Beach Grove Villas is a 4-star property with an outdoor pool, private barbecue pits and massage treatments. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. Airport transfers are available at a charge, while parking is free. The air-conditioned rooms all come with a living room and a TV. The en suite bathroom has either a bathtub or shower. Beach Grove Villas is 5 km from Galle. It is a 40-minute drive from Mirissa, where guests can watch whales. It is a 1-hour drive from Colombo and a 1-hour, 30-minute drive from Bandaranaike International Airport. Guests can arrange day trips at the tour desk, as well as request for breakfast to be served to the villa.Show full description
Romantic. Beautiful. Superb breakfast. Popular among women. Thambapanni Retreat is located in Unawatuna, a 5-minute walk from Unawatuna Beach. It features 2 dining options, an outdoor swimming pool and rooms with a TV. Free Wi-Fi and parking are provided. Retreat Thambapanni is a 10-minute drive from Galle Fort and Koggala Lake. The National Maritime Museum is a 15-minute drive from the hotel. Air-conditioned rooms at Thambapanni come with wooden flooring, dark wood furnishings and a 4-poster bed. All are fitted with a fan and an en suite bathroom with shower facilities. Guests can enjoy relaxing Ayurvedic oil massages, practice yoga or rent a bicycle to explore the area. For convenience, laundry services are also offered upon request. Available for all-day dining, the restaurant serves a variety of Asian and European fusion dishes. Room service is provided.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Rooftop bar. Situated in Unawatuna, less than 1 km from Unawatuna Beach, Thaproban Pavilion Waves Unawatuna features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Boasting a private beach area, the hotel is close to several noted attractions, around 1.4 km from Jungle Beach, 1.6 km from Rumassala South Beach and 1.4 km from Japanese Peace Pagoda. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a kids' club and free WiFi. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a bidet. At Thaproban Pavilion Waves Unawatuna rooms come with bed linen and towels. A buffet breakfast is available each morning at the accommodation. At Thaproban Pavilion Waves Unawatuna you will find a restaurant serving American, Chinese and Dutch cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and halal options can also be requested. You can play billiards and darts at the hotel, and the area is popular for hiking and cycling. There is an in-house bar and guests can also make use of the business area. Galle International Cricket Stadium is 7.1 km from Thaproban Pavilion Waves Unawatuna, while Galle Fort is 7.2 km from the property. The nearest airport is Koggala Airport, 10 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Rooftop bar. Thaproban Pavilion Resort and Spa is set just a few steps away from the blue waters of Unawatuna Beach. Guests can unwind by the outdoor pool and soothe tense muscles at the spa. This luxurious property offers yoga classes and a gymnasium. This elegant resort is situated within 5 km to the historical Galle Fort and Galle Railway Station. Bandaranaike International Airport is 140 km away and the public bus stand is 1 km from the property. Offering excellent sea views, air-conditioned rooms are decorated in earthy tones and include a spacious balcony. A flat-screen TV and a sofa are also provided. Attached bathrooms come with bathrobes and a hairdryer. Other facilities include car rental services, luggage storage space and a tour desk. Guests can also utilize the business centre. Featuring seafood specialties, Waves Restaurant also serves Sri Lankan and other international dishes. Guests can enjoy drinks at the poolside bar. Thaproban Pavilion Resort and Spa also offers 24-hour room service options.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Elegant. Cocobay Unawatuna is a ‘safe and secure’ boutique-style beachfront resort that features a beachfront restaurant, beach deck for dining and an outdoor pool offering access to 200 meters of sandy beach with views of Galle Fort across the ocean. Cocobay Unawatuna is a 5-minute walk to Unawatuna Bus Station. Galle Railway Station is a 5-minute drive away while Galle Town is 3 km from the resort. It takes approximately 2 hours to drive to Bandaranaike International Airport. Furnished with artworks and wood flooring, each air-conditioned room and suite comes with a flat-screen satellite TV (suites with Netflix), minibar, tea/coffee facilities, telephone and safe and the 3 Aqua Romance rooms have private plunge pools. Private bathroom has a spa bath, rain shower, bathrobes and slippers. Guests can expect a fruit basket upon arrival, pillow menu and free Wi-Fi. Guests can work-out at the gym or take up a surfing course during their stay at Cocobay. A travel counter can offer assistance with planning tours. Airport transfers are also available at an extra cost. The beachfront La Mer Restaurant serves a delicious variety of Sri Lankan, Chinese and International cuisine. After dinner drinks can be ordered from the Chill Out Lounge Bar. Chill out Lounge offers various international cocktails and spirits and wines.Show full description
Great views. Good breakfast. Offering an outdoor pool and views of the pool, Hotel Panorama is located in Unawatuna, 4 km from Japanese Peace Pagoda. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Free WiFi is offered and free private parking is available on site. All air-conditioned rooms include a seating area where you can relax. Each room has a private bathroom. You will find a garden, terrace and a library at the property. Yatagala Temple is 3.8 km from Hotel Panorama, while Galle Dutch Hospital is 6.7 km from the property. Bandaranaike International Airport is 155 km.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Historic property. Popular among couples. Levels Unawatuna is located in Unawatuna, just steps away from the beach. It welcomes guests with an outdoor swimming pool, tastefully furnished rooms and free internet access. All the rooms at Levels Unawatuna feature classic Sri Lankan-style décor. It comes with air conditioning, a fridge and an attached bathroom with a bathtub. Staff at the 24-hour front desk can arrange for various water-sport activities including diving and snorkeling. Other facilities include currency exchange services, luggage storage and car/bicycle rentals. Guests can sample a delicious Sri Lankan-style meal at the in-house restaurant. For alternative dining options, room service is available and packed lunches can be arranged upon request. Levels Unawatuna is 1.5-hour drive from Colombo city. Bandaranaike International Airport is 2.5 hours away by car.Show full description
This might be the most historic luxury hotel in Unawatuna.
Boutique hotel.Opened November 2022. Set in Unawatuna, 1.8 km from Talpe Beach, Serenity Boutique - Unawatuna offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Featuring a terrace, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. Guests can enjoy American and Chinese dishes at the restaurant or have a cocktail at the bar. At the hotel, the rooms come with a desk, bed linen and a balcony with a mountain view. All guest rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. An à la carte, Full English/Irish or vegetarian breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. At Serenity Boutique - Unawatuna guests are welcome to take advantage of a hot tub. Bike hire and car hire are available at this hotel and the area is popular for cycling. Staff at the accommodation are always available to provide information at the reception. Mihiripenna Beach is 2.8 km from Serenity Boutique - Unawatuna, while Galle International Cricket Stadium is 11 km from the property. The nearest airport is Koggala, 5 km from the hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Great location. Rooftop pool. Offering a restaurant, Joe's Resort is located in Unawatuna. Free WiFi access is available. Each room here will provide you with air conditioning. Featuring a shower, private bathroom also comes with a hairdryer and free toiletries. You can enjoy sea view from the room. At Joe's Resort Unawatuna you will find a garden and barbecue facilities. Other facilities offered at the property include luggage storage. The property offers free parking. The Unawatuna Beach is 400 metres, the Unawatuna Railway Station is 1.8 km and the Bandaranaike International Airport is 158 km.Show full description
This small hotel has a great location in Unawatuna and a unique rooftop pool.
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