Luxury hotels in Unawatuna

Hey! When I travel I love to stay at luxurious hotels - especially the kind of places that offer over the top extras and really spoil their guests with great service, nice spas, awesome restaurants and beautiful views. What more can you want? To save some time, I've put together this list of my favourite 5-star hotels and resorts in Unawatuna. I hope you will like it!

• 1 Villa Thawthisa The Boutique Hotel Unawatuna Unawatuna, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Located within the nature of Rumasala Mountain, Villa Thawthisa features 3 dining options and 2 infinity swimming pools. This stylish accommodation provides free WiFi access at all areas and offers 200 degree panoramic views of the Unawatuna Beach. Rooms are large and airy. They are fitted with a private balcony, minibar and a seating area. Featuring a spa bathtub, private bathrooms include a shower. You can enjoy sea views from all rooms. At Villa Thawthisa, you will find a garden and barbeque facilities. This modern property also provides luggage storage space, laundry services and car rentals. For convenience, airport shuttle services are available at a surcharge. Located just at a 5-minute walk away from Unawatuna Beach, Villa Thawthisa is also 2.7 km from Unawatuna Bus Station and 4 km from Unawatuna Railway Station. The historic Galle Fort is 8 km away while Bandaranaike International Airport is 154 km away. Guests can enjoy Sri Lankan and continental meals at the in-house restaurant. 24-hour room service options are available as well. Show full description Guest review score 7.7, rooms from around $66.

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• 2 Villa 73 Unawatuna Unawatuna, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Set in Unawatuna, 1.1 km from Unawatuna Beach, Villa 73 Unawatuna offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers a shared kitchen and room service. The accommodation provides airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a bidet and free toiletries, the units at the hotel have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and some rooms come with a balcony. All guest rooms will provide guests with a desk and a kettle. Guests at Villa 73 Unawatuna can enjoy a continental breakfast. The accommodation offers 5-star accommodation with a hot tub. Jungle Beach is 1.7 km from Villa 73 Unawatuna, while Rumassala South Beach is 2.8 km away. The nearest airport is Koggala Airport, 9 km from the hotel. Show full description Guest review score 9.8, rooms from around $45.

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• 3 Owl and the Pussycat Hotel & Restaurant Unawatuna, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Set in Unawatuna, 100 metres from Mihiripenna Beach, Owl and the Pussycat Hotel & Restaurant offers accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Featuring a terrace, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation provides room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. At the hotel, all rooms are fitted with a desk, bed linen and a balcony with a garden view. All rooms are equipped with a kettle, while some rooms also offer a kitchenette with a fridge and a stovetop. All guest rooms feature a safety deposit box. Breakfast is available every morning, and includes continental, American and Asian options. At Owl and the Pussycat Hotel & Restaurant you will find a restaurant serving Seafood, local and Asian cuisine. A halal option can also be requested. The area is popular for diving and cycling, and bike hire is available at this 5-star hotel. Dalawella Beach is 700 metres from the accommodation, while Talpe Beach is 1.1 km from the property. The nearest airport is Koggala Airport, 5 km from Owl and the Pussycat Hotel & Restaurant. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around $304.

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• 4 Serendipity Hotel - Unawatuna Unawatuna, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Set in Unawatuna, 100 metres from Unawatuna Beach, Serendipity Hotel - Unawatuna offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. This 5-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and an ATM. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, room service and currency exchange for guests. At the hotel, all rooms have a desk. With a private bathroom fitted with a bidet and a hairdryer, some units at Serendipity Hotel - Unawatuna also have a city view. All guest rooms feature a safety deposit box. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a continental breakfast. You can play darts at this 5-star hotel, and the area is popular for cycling. Popular points of interest near Serendipity Hotel - Unawatuna include Dalawella Beach, Mihiripenna Beach and Unawatuna Railway Station. The nearest airport is Koggala, 7 km from the hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description Guest review score 7.6

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• 5 Elysium Unawatuna, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Offering an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and a spa and wellness centre, Elysium is located just 3.8 km from the Unawatuna Bus Station. Free WiFi access is available. Each air-conditioned room here will provide you with a seating area. Featuring a shower, private bathroom comes with a hairdryer. You can enjoy garden view from the room. At Elysium you will find a private beach area. Other facilities offered at the property include a shared lounge, a games room and luggage storage. The hotel is 6.4 km from Galle Light house, 6.7 km from Galle Fort and 6.8 km from Dutch Church Galle. The Unawatuna Railway Station is 4.3 km while the Bandaranaike International Airport is 158 km away. The guests can enjoy their meals at the in-house restaurant and refreshing alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages at the bar. Packed lunches can be requested. Room service is available. Show full description Guest review score 9.5, rooms from around $320.

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• 6 Sielen Diva Unawatuna, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Sielen Diva is a beachfront property located in Thalpe, a 15 minute drive from the UNESCO Heritage Site, Galle Fort. The Sielen Diva offers an infinity pool, free Wi-Fi, a rooftop sunset terrace, beach deck, in-house spa treatments and a games room. All bedrooms are air-conditioned and offer panoramic views of the Indian Ocean from the floor-to-ceiling glass windows. Each room is well-equipped with a flat screen Smart TV, ample wardrobe space, desk and a luxurious en-suite bathroom with branded toiletries. The in-house chefs are skilled at preparing both local and international cuisine. Packed lunches and BBQs can be arranged upon request. The Sielen Diva is a 2-hour drive from Bandaranaike International Airport. The Unawatuna Railway Station is a 5 minute drive away (4.2 km). Show full description Guest review score 9.2, rooms from around $240.

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• 7 The Frangipani Tree by Edwards Collection Unawatuna, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Offering an outdoor pool and views of the sea, The Frangipani Tree is set in Unawatuna, 3 km from Japanese Peace Pagoda. The hotel has a sun terrace and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. Certain units have a seating area for your convenience. Some units include views of the pool or garden. The rooms are fitted with a private bathroom. You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property. You can play tennis at this hotel, and the area is popular for snorkeling. Galle Light House is 5.9 km from The Frangipani Tree, while Galle Fort is 5.5 km from the property. The Bandaranaike International Airport is 152 km. Show full description Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around $264.

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• 8 Araliya Beach Resort & Spa Unawatuna Unawatuna, Sri Lanka

  

  Resort. Located in Unawatuna, a few steps from Unawatuna Beach, Araliya Beach Resort & Spa Unawatuna provides accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Featuring room service, this property also provides guests with a children's playground. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a kids' club and free WiFi throughout the property. The resort will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a kettle, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a bidet. Selected rooms come with a kitchen with a fridge, an oven and a microwave. At Araliya Beach Resort & Spa Unawatuna each room has bed linen and towels. A buffet, à la carte or continental breakfast is available daily at the property. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving British, Indian and Indonesian cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and dairy-free options can also be requested. Popular points of interest near Araliya Beach Resort & Spa Unawatuna include Jungle Beach, Rumassala South Beach and Japanese Peace Pagoda. The nearest airport is Koggala Airport, 9 km from the resort. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around $207.

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• 9 Thaproban Pavilion Resort and Spa Unawatuna, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. 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. Offering excellent sea views, air-conditioned rooms are decorated in earthy tones and include a spacious balcony. A flat-screen TV and a sofa are also provided. Attached bathrooms come with bathrobes and a hairdryer. This luxurious property offers yoga classes and a gymnasium. Other facilities include car rental services, luggage storage space and a tour desk. Guests can also utilize the business centre. Featuring seafood specialties, Waves Restaurant also serves Sri Lankan and other international dishes. Guests can enjoy drinks at the poolside bar. Thaproban Pavilion Resort and Spa also offers 24-hour room service options. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around $120.

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• 10 Levels Unawatuna Unawatuna, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. 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. Staff at the 24-hour front desk can arrange for various water-sport activities including diving and snorkeling. Other facilities include currency exchange services, luggage storage and car/bicycle rentals. Guests can sample a delicious Sri Lankan-style meal at the in-house restaurant. For alternative dining options, room service is available and packed lunches can be arranged upon request. Levels Unawatuna is 1.5-hour drive from Colombo city. Bandaranaike International Airport is 2.5 hours away by car. Show full description Guest review score 8.3, rooms from around $73.

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• 11 Thaproban Pavilion Waves Unawatuna Unawatuna, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Situated in Unawatuna, less than 1 km from Unawatuna Beach, Thaproban Pavilion Waves Unawatuna features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Boasting a private beach area, the hotel is close to several noted attractions, around 1.4 km from Jungle Beach, 1. 6 km from Rumassala South Beach and 1.4 km from Japanese Peace Pagoda. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a kids' club and free WiFi. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a bidet. A seating area is provided in the rooms, while certain rooms are equipped with a DVD player. At Thaproban Pavilion Waves Unawatuna rooms come with bed linen and towels. The accommodation offers an American or Asian breakfast. At Thaproban Pavilion Waves Unawatuna you will find a restaurant serving American, Chinese and Dutch cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free options can also be requested. You can play billiards and darts at the hotel, and the area is popular for hiking and cycling. There is an in-house bar and guests can also make use of the business area. Galle International Cricket Stadium is 7.1 km from Thaproban Pavilion Waves Unawatuna, while Galle Fort is 7.2 km from the property. The nearest airport is Koggala Airport, 10 km from the accommodation. Show full description Guest review score 8.3, rooms from around $116.

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• 12 Rock Fort Hotel & SPA Unawatuna Unawatuna, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Rock Fort Hotel & SPA Unawatuna offers accommodation in Unawatuna. The hotel has an outdoor year-round pool and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant. Free private parking is available on site. The hotel contains free amenities such as tea/ coffee /creamer/water bottles etc The hotel is just 500m for the Unawatuna main beach & the property also has a beautiful private beach. It is located 4 km from the turtle farm & 8 km from the tea factory, and also 77 km from the heritage Siharaja forest. The hotel is located 20 km from the Kottawa rain forest. The Rock Fort also provides island wide tours with experienced drivers in luxurious vehicles. Also the hotel staff is able to help with any kind of guest requests, and are able to speak their mother tongue. Every room comes with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Some rooms feature a seating area to relax after a busy day. Rooms come with a private bathroom and shower with free toiletries provided. Guests can enjoy a meal at the on-site restaurant. The property also offers room service and special diet menus. Packed lunches are available. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property. A tour desk, bike hire and car hire are available at this hotel and the area is popular for snorkeling and diving. Japanese Peace Pagoda is 2.4 km from Rock Fort Hotel & SPA Unawatuna, while Yatagala Temple is 2.4 km from the property. Show full description Guest review score 6.4, rooms from around $30.

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I try my best to keep this guide up to date and I last refreshed it in November 2022. Did I miss a luxury hotel that should be on this list? Send me an email and let me know!