Unawatuna Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A person in a white dress and hat taking a photo with a camera, palm trees, and a lighthouse in the background.
A beach with clear water, rocky outcrops, and two people walking.
A coastal scene with people sitting on grass near the water, a stone wall, and a grassy hill with individuals standing on top.
A historic building with ornate architecture and a well-maintained garden at dusk.
A sandy beach with footprints leading to the water, a distant island, and a partly cloudy sky.

Our guide on where to stay in Unawatuna

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A sunset over the ocean with palm trees and a rocky outcrop.
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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.

Dalawella

Though Dalawella may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Dalawella Beach and Unawatuna Beach.

Radisson Collection Resort & Spa, Galle

Radisson Collection Resort & Spa, Galle

5 out of 5
724 Matara Rd, Galle District Talpe Southern Province
The price is NZ$322 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
NZ$322
6 Nov - 7 Nov
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 Galle Fort are located ...
8.4/10 Very good! (55 reviews)
"Needs to be much more customer and traveller oriented on your inside restaurant and Bar needs to be much more colourful and separate."

Reviewed on 21 Oct 2026

Radisson Collection Resort & Spa, Galle
Thaproban Pavilion Resort & Spa

Thaproban Pavilion Resort & Spa

5 out of 5
Wella Devala Road Unawatuna
The price is NZ$243 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
NZ$243
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Unawatuna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Unawatuna Beach and Galle Fort are located ...
Thaproban Pavilion Resort & Spa
Araliya Beach Resort & Spa Unawatuna- Where you meet the sea all year

Araliya Beach Resort & Spa Unawatuna- Where you meet the sea all year

5 out of 5
Welledewala Road, Yaddehimulla, Unawatuna
The price is NZ$414 per night from 21 Nov to 22 Nov
NZ$414
21 Nov - 22 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Unawatuna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Unawatuna Beach and Galle Fort are located ...
Araliya Beach Resort & Spa Unawatuna- Where you meet the sea all year
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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.
Royal Indigo Villa

Royal Indigo Villa

4 out of 5
912b Matara Road Unawatuna Southern Province
Stay at this beach villa in Unawatuna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Unawatuna Beach and Galle Fort are located ...
Royal Indigo Villa
The Divine Luxury Boutique Villa

The Divine Luxury Boutique Villa

Heenatigala SP
Stay at this beach villa in Unawatuna. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and private pools. Popular attractions Unawatuna Beach and Galle Fort are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"Excellent villa with amazing views and wonderful staff. Evening fish bbq was brilliant. Lovely people and host, thank you for an incredible views days in beautiful Sri Lanka."

Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026

The Divine Luxury Boutique Villa
Satori Villa - Exceptional Sri Lankan Colonial villa with pool and full staff

Satori Villa - Exceptional Sri Lankan Colonial villa with pool and full staff

Heenatigala, Galle SP
Stay at this villa in Unawatuna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Unawatuna Beach and Galle Fort are located ...
Satori Villa - Exceptional Sri Lankan Colonial villa with pool and full staff
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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.

Stay near popular Unawatuna attractions

A beach with palm trees, flags, and a view of the sea.
Photo by Ulrike On The Road
Open Photo by Ulrike On The Road

Jungle Beach

8.4/10 (84 reviews)
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Jungle Beach during your travels in Rumassala?
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Activities

Galle: Traditional Jewelry Making Workshop with snacks

Galle fort: Traditional Jewelry Making Workshop with Snacks

NZ$3
per adult
Galle fort: Traditional Jewelry Making Workshop with Snacks
Ella: Transfer to Tangalle/Mirissa/Galle & Yala Safari Tour

Ella - Yala Safari - Drop to Tangalle/Mirissa/Galle

NZ$40
per adult
Ella - Yala Safari - Drop to Tangalle/Mirissa/Galle
Dutch Fort

Galle Day Trip From Colombo

NZ$157
per adult
Galle Day Trip From Colombo
Sri Lanka Private Car Tour 3 Days

Sri Lanka Private Car Tour 3 Days

NZ$159
per traveller
Sri Lanka Private Car Tour 3 Days
Hikkaduwa/Galle/Weligama/Mirissa: Yala National Park Safari

Hikkaduwa/Galle/Weligama/Mirissa: Yala National Park Safari

NZ$136
per adult
Hikkaduwa/Galle/Weligama/Mirissa: Yala National Park Safari
From Galle, Waligama, Mirissa & Yala safari and drop to Ella

From Galle, Waligama, Mirissa & Yala safari and drop to Ella

NZ$18
per adult
From Galle, Waligama, Mirissa & Yala safari and drop to Ella
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Cities near Unawatuna

A beach with clear turquoise water, a sandy shore, and a distant island.

Galle

A coastal scene with a bridge, rocky shore, and a house on a small island.

Wanchawala

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