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About this property

Beachfront and Free WiFi: The Waves Unawatuna in Unawatuna offers direct beachfront access and complimentary WiFi. Guests enjoy sea views and a relaxing environment. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature air-conditioning, terraces, balconies, and private bathrooms with free toiletries. Additional amenities include bathrobes, tea and coffee makers, and minibars. Dining and Services: The hotel provides a coffee shop, outdoor seating area, and breakfast in the room. Private check-in and check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and housekeeping ensure a comfortable stay. Local Attractions: Unawatuna Beach is just metres away, while the Japanese Peace Pagoda is a 19-minute walk. Other nearby points include Galle Fort and Galle Light House.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

    • Perfect for a 3-night stay!

    • Situated in the best rated area in Unawatuna, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.2

    • Top pick by families with children

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental, Vegan, Halal, Asian

    • Rooms with:

    • Sea view

    • Terrace

    • Free parking available at the hotel


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  • 1 extra-large double bed
538 feet²
Balcony
Sea view
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Terrace
Minibar
Free WiFi

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Bathrobe
  • Safety deposit box
  • Bidet
  • Toilet
  • Sofa
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Cleaning products
  • Desk
  • Private entrance
  • TV
  • Slippers
  • Refrigerator
  • Mosquito net
  • Ironing facilities
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Iron
  • Hairdryer
  • Fan
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Electric kettle
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Toilet paper
  • Hand sanitiser
Max adults: 2
US$87 per night
Original price
US$621
Bonus savings
- US$360.18
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Total before taxes
US$260.82

US$87 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
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Excluded: 11 % VAT
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 26 September 2025
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • No credit card needed
  • discount may be available
Max adults: 2
US$113 per night
Original price
US$675
Bonus savings
- US$337.50
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a discount.

Total before taxes
US$337.50

US$113 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
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Excluded: 11 % VAT
  • Superb breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 26 September 2025
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • No credit card needed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Sofia
    Spain Spain
    Everything was amazing! The rooms have everything you need and more. The beds are super comfortable – I slept better here than anywhere else in Sri Lanka. The staff are a solid 10/10: every day they offered me an upgrade room free of charge,...
  • Craig
    Australia Australia
    Staff were amazing and ensured all our needs were met, from an early checkin, fruit juice and late evening room service. Would definitely stay again next time we return to Unawatuna.
  • Edyta
    Poland Poland
    Located in the centre of Unawatuna, the guesthouse offers good value for money. The host goes above and beyond to make your stay extraordinary. Stayed at the top floor with an amazing view of the ocean. The room has all you need - comfortable bed,...
  • Shirley
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Immaculately clean and beautifully presented room. The location was superb with a stunning view across the bay. The excellent staff also ensured we had sun beds and an umbrella reserved for us each day. They also delivered complimentary snacks and...
  • Delia
    Romania Romania
    Special thanks to Chanuka,who took care of us and made our stay amazing!
  • Manjula
    India India
    A nice spacious room, with a very comfy bed, powerful AC, and every amenity one could need, right down to beach hats and tote and beach towels! The bathroom was sparkling clean too, great fixtures with an excellent shower! The room is cleaned...
  • Udyami
    Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
    Good clean and comfortable. The service was great.
  • Priya
    India India
    Very clean and strategically located. Sea facing view was superb ! Stunning sunrise, soothing sea waves and excellent hospitality.
  • Louis
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very welcoming with first rate services and great view in the top room!
  • Yohan
    Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
    This property is just across the Unawatuna beach. The vibe was so relaxing and the staff (Chanuka) was a super host who went above and beyond to make it comfortable stay. The bed was super comfortable and exceptionally clean. I loved it and...

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House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.