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Reviews of Holiday Inn Unawatuna 2 stars

No 301 Main road Unawatuna, 80600 Unawatuna, Sri Lanka

#76 of 105 hotels in Unawatuna

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Review score

Based on 73 hotel reviews

7.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.9

  • Comfort

    7.9

  • Location

    8.8

  • Facilities

    8.0

  • Staff

    9.1

  • Value for money

    8.6

  • Free WiFi

    7.5

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  • Reviewed: 9 September 2024

    7.0
    A good budget traveller option
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only got one towel. Two would be better for when washing your hair. He did provide a top sheet, which was great, but it had seen better days. A fresh newer one would leave a better impression. The place caters to Russian clients with signs everywhere in Russian language. I personally didn't meet any to talk too but I was doing my own thing.

    The owner was helpful. I had room top floor at back. Quiet, which I appreciated. Air con was great and also fan. It is right on main thoroughfare but only 5 minutes from the street which has all the restaurants, beach access, and hotels etc. There are some great eating options a few minutes on same road. I was able to rent a motor scooter from the owner.. there is a lounging area up top and you can also use fridge and cut up your own fruits etc.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 September 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room with Fan
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The restroom has a bad smell from the sewage but overall the place was clean and neat

    The place is central and close to everything in town. The staff was very friendly

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 August 2024

    9.0
    Amazing time
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Economy Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Would be good to double check your booking as I didn't have a mosquito net in the room even though it said it was included. This was fixed straight away when I asked though.

    It's less than 10 minutes walk to Unawatuna beach and is on the main road so there are plenty of shops, food places, and bus stops close by. There is a gate to get onto the property so it's separated from the main road. Any issues were dealt with immediately and the manager was very friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 December 2023

    7.0
    Transit place for a night
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room wasn’t very clean but for a one night it’s alright considering the price

    Very practical to stay in a center and great price performance. The place is close from all attractions

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 November 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    other guests and especially the traffic on the street was very noisy

    very friendly owner, place was as advertised , still the Impression is that it looks bigger on the pictures :-)

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 August 2023

    9.0
    Good location, decent stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Economy Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Cleanliness is lacking. Had big spiders in the room.

    Host is really nice, suggested an upgrade which was much better.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 August 2023

    7.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was in russian and not in English. Wifi doesn't work properly. Really noisy (loud russians) and doors were thin. Staff was pleasant.

    The rooms were clean, modern and had mostly everything needed. The A/C and fan were working great. Location is alright, mostly everything in walking distance. Good value for the money

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 July 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room with Fan
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location and comfortable stay.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 March 2023

    8.0
    Recommended for travellers on a small budget
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bed Was not the most comfortable (quute hard).

    Very friendly owner, he helped us with everything. He gave us AC for free for one night, as the humidity was high. The room was large and clean with everything we needed. The beach is very close.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 January 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Economy Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Mattress quite hard

    Great location Good value for price Pleasant staff

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 November 2022

    8.0
    100% Value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Friendly and helpful staff. Room was clean, cozy and quiet. It’s located on the main road, but we didn’t have any issues about it. Close to the beach and touristic street. Room was tiny, but it was ok for us. You should open the window or use AC to prevent accumulation of humidity inside. but anyway it was comfy stay

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 28 March 2022

    7.0
    Nice stay for one or two nights.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Economy Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    We stayed in the room on the ground floor and so many insects were in the room, especially in the bathroom.

    Nice place for one or two days stay. Close to bus station and the beach. The hotel has generator that is very convenient during turns off the the light as common practice in Sri Lanka.

    Stayed in March 2022

  • Reviewed: 28 February 2022

    9.0
    Great hotel with fantastic view
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 7 nights

    nice hotel with a fantastic view. Good diverse breakfast and nice staff who is ready to help in any situation.

    Stayed in February 2022

  • Reviewed: 22 February 2022

    9.0
    Excellent stay right next to beach and restaurants
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wifi was a bit flaky

    Friendly host and excellent location near beach and nice restaurants.

    Stayed in February 2022

  • Reviewed: 28 January 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Economy Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was a little noisy, I don't know if it was the window itself or running water somewhere. I just threw in the old earplugs as usual and it was grand.

    Staff were really nice and the location is a short walk to Unawatuna beach. There are many restaurants and shops close to the beach.

    Stayed in January 2022

  • Reviewed: 22 January 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Too noisy for me

    Near to the beach Big bed

    Stayed in January 2022

  • Reviewed: 2 September 2024

    5.0
    Passable
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Economy Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Even though room and bathroom seemed clean, I didn’t feel comfortable due to strong smell of the mattress. White clean linen would definitely be an advantage

    Close to the beach, bus stop, shopping and restaurants

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 December 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very friendly hosts who helped us with everything we needed. We also had a little problem with the sink caused by us and the the owner took care of it while we were not around. Thank you!!!

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 November 2023

    10
    Best stay of our trip
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Economy Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The best accommodation which we have stayed in thus far! Clean, good location, lovely staff and cheap! It’s a steal for what we paid! Would have loved to stay there longer but we had to move on unfortunately.. Would recommend to everyone

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 October 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very very good for the value of money. Just 100m from the beach

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 September 2023

    10
    Good stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Comfortable stay close to the beach and the city center! Good hot shower, big room and comfortable beds.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2023

    6.0
    good for one night , but no AC unfortunately
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    no wifi in our room just a fan is not enough

    the location the staff is nice

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 March 2023

    1.0
    Yuk . Don't bother booking this one will spoil your holiday
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A bit of soap and elbow grease. Spend a bit of money and take some pride in your business

    I wouldn't let my dogs sleep here. Pure filth. Doesn't cost anything to clean. No need for it. Left early . I don't live like a pig at home so why would I pay to and stay there.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 February 2023

    3.0
    gross but what do you expect for £3 a night
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Economy Triple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    all our clothes were damp after staying here. there was an awful smell to the room. kitchen fridge was disgusting with bugs in the freezer. cockroach in room. bathroom window permanently open with wire sticking through, so high risk for theft. banging noises from 8am onwards.

    good location to the main strip

    Stayed in February 2023

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