Unawatuna

Travel Guide

One of the best place to snorkel
Peace Pagoda, built single-handedly by a Japanese Buddhist monk. The view from "Sama Jaytie" is breathtaking, overlooking the bay of Unawatuna all the way to the historic World Heritage Site Galle Fort.
Breath taking view
sunset, view between Unawatuna and Galle
Remote beach we found in Unawatuna

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Where to stay in Unawatuna

Sunset at Wijaya Beach

Talpe

Unique features of Talpe include the seaside views and gardens. Make a stop by Mihiripenna Beach or Koggala Beach while you're exploring the area.

Talpe
Radisson Collection Resort, Galle

Radisson Collection Resort, Galle

4.5 out of 5
724 Matara Rd, Galle District Talpe Southern Province
The price is S$267 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
S$267
13 Apr - 14 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Unawatuna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Unawatuna Beach and Dalawella Beach are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (34 reviews)
The views , the setting and staff were excellent. What let the hotel down was attention to detail- our room had a cracked glass balcony which did not instil confidence. The lack of reliable hot water a was another poor aspect as was the indifferent housekeeping which we had to constantly talk to ...

Reviewed on 9 Mar, 2026

Radisson Collection Resort, Galle
KAJU GREEN eco lodges

KAJU GREEN eco lodges

4.5 out of 5
Moraduwawatta, Mataramba, Heenatigala Rd Unawatuna Galle
The price is S$330 per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
S$330
2 Apr - 3 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Unawatuna. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Unawatuna Beach and Dalawella Beach are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
We stayed for 2 nights, and we both thought that the food and the public areas were amazing. We also booked the yoga classes which were great. The bungalows are very cool, they are open, so you get a pretty unique experience. The beds are a bit on the hard side, this should be improved.

Reviewed on 20 Dec, 2018

KAJU GREEN eco lodges
Jungle Village By Thawthisa

Jungle Village By Thawthisa

4 out of 5
Palawatta, Bonavista Unawatuna Galle District
The price is S$118 per night from 21 Mar to 22 Mar
S$118
21 Mar - 22 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Unawatuna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Unawatuna Beach and Jungle Beach are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (9 reviews)
Everything was great! The only thing I didn't love was the internet connection. It looks like they use 4G cellular modems with data limits instead of a cable or fiber network. I occasionally had to hold Teams meetings for work, and the connection would drop and never get back. However, this seems ...

Reviewed on 3 Mar, 2026

Jungle Village By Thawthisa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Aurelle Villa

Aurelle Villa

3 out of 5
Thalpe North Road Unawatuna Southern Province
Stay at this villa in Unawatuna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 12 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Unawatuna Beach and Dalawella Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2 reviews)
Nice place, good hospitality

Reviewed on 7 Jan, 2026

Aurelle Villa
SATIN DOLL

SATIN DOLL

3.5 out of 5
792 Galle-Matara Road Unawatuna
Stay at this beach villa in Unawatuna. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Unawatuna Beach and Mihiripenna Beach are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (10 reviews)
It was a perfect stay! Staff members were so kind, so helpful and respectful. Food was delightful, service impeccable, overall, I had an amazing stay and will come back again!

Reviewed on 8 Jan, 2026

SATIN DOLL
The Shell Unawatuna

The Shell Unawatuna

3 out of 5
Heenatigala Rd Unawatuna SP
Stay at this villa in Unawatuna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Unawatuna Beach and Dalawella Beach are located ...
The Shell Unawatuna
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Unawatuna

4.2
Top destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 32%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 59%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 9%
2 - Disappointing
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Lovely beach, plenty of places to eat, everyone in hotel and restaurants were extremely friendly

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Lovely resort perfect balance. Lots of places to eat lovely beaches, lots to see nearby. Easy to get here by train from Colombo which is a 2 hour scenic ride for £1 with a seat.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Town is excellent full of local restaurants serving great cuisine Staff wet excellent

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

the place is good but the watergate resorts is not.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

We have been there three times now as a couple . Love the country love the friendly people . Just a great place to go and feel great .

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Further you go south the finer the beaches Unawatuna itself is really for the younger generation