Unawatuna Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

One of the best place to snorkel
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

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 NZ$377 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
NZ$377
3 Mar - 4 Mar
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (23 reviews)
Clean room, good facilities however I needed later check out because the hotel was nearly empty but they declined. I stayed outside for 5 hours to catch my flight. However they provided change room and shower outside.

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Radisson Collection Resort, Galle
KAJU GREEN eco lodges

KAJU GREEN eco lodges

4.5 out of 5
Moraduwawatta, Mataramba, Heenatigala Rd Unawatuna Galle
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 ...
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
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! (6 reviews)
The room was spacious, clean and luxurious. There were a few bugs but this is to be expected staying in the jungle. The check in staff were fantastic and very pleasant. The restaurant was a little slow with their service, and better food can be found in town.

Reviewed on 8 Jan 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.
Top-rated beachfront Villa in Talpe, Sri Lanka

Top-rated beachfront Villa in Talpe, Sri Lanka

Talpe, Sri Lanka
Stay at this villa in Unawatuna. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Unawatuna Beach and Mihiripenna Beach are located ...
Top-rated beachfront Villa in Talpe, Sri Lanka
Aurelle Villa

Aurelle Villa

2 out of 5
Thalpe North Road Unawatuna Southern Province
Stay at this villa in Unawatuna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 12 outdoor pools and a 24-hour front desk. 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
6 Bedroom villa in Talpe

6 Bedroom villa in Talpe

Talpe SP
Stay at this villa in Unawatuna. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Unawatuna Beach and Mihiripenna Beach are located nearby.
6 Bedroom villa in Talpe
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

4.3
Top destination
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2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveller

I personally didn't like Unawatuna. We have been a month in Sri Lanka amd there's plenty of beautiful and relaxed beaches without the high rise buildings and pretentious resorts. There's some nice restaurants and you can day trip to Fort Galle.

5/5 - Excellent

Bob

Beautiful beach with plenty of food and drink outlets right on the sand. Sheltered and good for swimming.

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