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The 10 Best Design Hotels in Unawatuna, Sri Lanka

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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.

We spent the last 4 nights of our honeymoon here, and it was absolute perfection! The place has very stylish architecture and is surrounded by beautiful nature. The room was spacious and comfortable, and had a big balcony with nice views of the pool and the hills behind. The pool was big and clean and such a dreamy place to relax. But what made this place and our stay even more perfect was the staff ❤️ They were always available, kind and helpful. They helped me arrange a surprise for my wife: a beautiful and delicious candlelight diner on the room's balcony, with extra candles inside the room and flower arrangements on the bed. Every single part of the hotel gets a 10/10 for cleanliness as well And last but not least, the breakfast was so delicious, and you could really tell it was made with love!

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9.1
Superb
341 reviews
Price from
£56
per night

Adjacent to Unawatuna Beach, Sergent House is set in a boutique villa showcasing colonial architecture and originating in the 1800's. It is a three minute walk to the Unawatuna Beach and a 15 minute drive away from the historic 16th - 17th century Galle Fort.

The hotel was beautiful, and the staff very kind!

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9.5
Exceptional
123 reviews
Price from
£104
per night

Sri Lankan architectural master piece Dunes Unawatuna hotel is an eco friendly boutique hotel near the beautiful Unawatuna beach(100 meters/ 5min walk away).

Dunes has 10 garden-view ac rooms and a 2 bed room ac cottage in its peaceful and tranquil setting.

Dunes was a very calm and quiet hotel. Well worth the price and the location was awesome- both in terms of reachability and the property itself. Seven to ten minutes walk to the beach and the surrounding eateries suited our needs well. Hope to visit again soon!

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9.3
Superb
385 reviews
Price from
£29
per night

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.

Everything was perfect. Room, location, atmosphere and attitude of the host. We felt at home. We look forward to going back next time

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9.5
Exceptional
180 reviews

Offering an outdoor swimming pool and a restaurant, Tropical Retreat is located in Unawatuna. Free WiFi access is available.

Each air-conditioned room here will provide you with a seating area, a balcony and a minibar. Featuring a shower, private bathroom also comes with a hairdryer and free toiletries. You can enjoy garden view from the room.

We chose this hotel for our honeymoon in Sri Lanka, and it turned out to be an absolute gem. The manager, in an incredibly generous gesture, upgraded us to a stunning suite room with ample space and a charming balcony, adding an extra touch of romance to our stay. The service was nothing short of excellent; the staff went above and beyond to ensure our comfort and satisfaction. We were delighted to immerse ourselves in the flavors of Sri Lankan traditional food during our stay, making our culinary experience just as memorable as the rest of our trip. For fellow honeymooners, we highly recommend opting for the honeymoon suite. It's the perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and romance. Our heartfelt thanks to the entire team for making our stay truly unforgettable!

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9.1
Superb
10 reviews
Price from
£32
per night

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 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.

Large 2 floor villa like family room. Great amenities. 2 pools. Kids play room. Pool side bar.

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8.2
Very good
382 reviews
Price from
£123
per night

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.

everything was extremely nice about this hotel. Since the beginning till the end. Personal: extremely friendly and always eager to help. I arrived much earlier before my check in, still I received all the attention from the personnel and the reception. Also, the receptionist was able to find neighbouring rooms for me and my friend, with whom we were having vacation. Breakfasts are very nicely and personally served. This is not a buffet, but a la carte. There is a nice choice of traditional local breakfast, english breakfast and a healthy breakfast with my beloved porridge. When we had an early tour the breakfast was carefully packed, so that we could have it on the way. The restaurant serves the best fish, the best lobster and the best crabs on the coast. We tried to eat out several times but were disappointed. So my honest advice to eat at the hotel. The products are super fresh and cooked perfectly well. Service, ambiente, prices, musik are not to be found anywhere else near the hotel. Room Service was done also greatly and whenever we had any question, every member of the stuff tried to help out and all was done in no time. The manager himself is always on the site and is making his best service by contacting each guest personally. Beds are very comfortable and big, there is a pillow menu and actually enough pillows even for the most demanding guests. There are both conditioner and ventilator, which is very useful in such climate. Room (room, balcony and bathroom) are very spacious and light. Upon the whole I was very happy to stay their and would definitely recommend this hotel.

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8.4
Very good
218 reviews
Price from
£131
per night

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.

Beautiful place, and lovely pool, very good breakfast and I like the decor of the rooms, amazing Internet and 5 mins access to the beach.

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8.5
Very good
195 reviews
Price from
£66
per night

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.

Such a peaceful setting in a jungle. The rooms were very spacious, clean, and comfortable. Staff were fantastic and friendly. Quick 10 minute walk to the beach and restaurants and a quick drive to Unawatuna beach and town. We really enjoyed it here!

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8.9
Fabulous
71 reviews
Price from
£63
per night

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.

we loved our stay. everything was perfect. Ronald was so nice at the desk and anything we asked him he was always happy to help us. room was very nice, lovely hot shower and dressing gowns to relax in after. very near jungle beach, which we loved. highly recommend staying here, we could not fault.

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7.9
Good
258 reviews
Price from
£79
per night

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  • Avg. price/night: £71.73
    10
    Scored 10
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 6 reviews
    Amazing space full of nature, modern yet with a great taste of Sri Lanka’s traditional design, great local cuisine with a fun healthy twist, perfect space for outdoor activities and sport classes provided by the lovely owners - much recommended! Plus there is a lovely (and very calm) golden retriever!
    Filip
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £143.46
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 209 reviews
    Beautiful boutique hotel right on the beach. A skip away from a lagoon where one can swim. Great food and lovely helpful staff especially Kokila. And the proprietors are charming and friendly. Highly recommend.
    Shanta
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £47.82
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 385 reviews
    It was an extraordinary clean, well-maintained and lovely designed room with high quality furniture. The staff was very friendly and the food lovely.
    Michael
    Young couple
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 59 reviews
    Perfect little boutique hotel, would go again anytime. The food is great (one of the highlights of our stay). In Sri Lanka they usualy don´t know how to make a good coctail, only in Satin Doll the DO! Try their Pina Colada:) There is beautiful garden with small but nice swimming pool and plenty of trees to provide shade on a hot day. Only 20 minutes from Galle with lovely shops and cafés.
    Žaneta
    Family with young children
  • 8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 634 reviews
    Beautiful gardens and environment. Lovely pools. Especially good having a children’s pool. The design of the accommodation buildings. Excellent breakfast.
    Keri
    Family with young children
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 166 reviews
    The manager and staff were so lovely and accommodating. The location is just beautiful and the hotel itself is really well designed!
    Jo
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £55.89
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 190 reviews
    Lovely location and imperial design of furniture and rooms
    Arti Atre
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £65.71
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 197 reviews
    Stunning garden, lovely shaded pool and gorgeous design.
    Charlotte
    Young couple
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 163 reviews
    stunning view, great staff and nice simple design! you wake up everyday with sound of ocean, it is really wonderful! staff is extremely nice and helpful. the rooms are clean and with great design. we loved also our balcony!
    Izabela
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £78.11
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 430 reviews
    A lovely, striking modern boutique hotel perched on the high hill above the wild bay at Unawatuna, with vast views over the ocean for sunsets. Calm, clean chill vibes, enormous beds and expert margaritas at the rooftop bar...which features and infinity pool. Really really classy but not at all pretentious, and the staff are completely welcoming, accomodating and kind. So lovely it’s hard to leave the property, but a great location if you manage to do so.
    Pia
    Young couple
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