5 star hotels in Unawatuna

I stayed here for four days in January and could not fault it. The food was lovely, and the staff couldn’t do enough for me. They chatted to me as if they’d known me for years and were always smiling and friendly. My room was also amazing! I was given a free upgrade much to my surprise, and the room was clean, spacious and the decor lovely. The bed was very comfy and so high I had a box to step...

A very nice hotel with a great design.

The hotel is amazing! The room is big and tidy, the air conditioner is strong and the beds are very comfortable. Without prior requests, to our surprise, one more bed is arranged for the 3 of us. The manager is super helpful and friendly, he recommended us a lot of nearby attractions. The location is fangastic. It was such a such a nice stay and I will definitely recommend this hotel!

Beautiful grounds, very attentive staff, ready to help and accommodate. However, the furniture in the rooms is tired and the cleaning in the common areas is lacking. Otherwise, it's a great hotel.

Super nice Hotel. Amazing friendly and helpful staff. Amazing location and view. I can recommend this place to anyone traveling to the south of Sri Lanka

This was my second time at The Owl and the Pussycat and it was even better this year than last. The standard of accommodation, the food and drinks were all we could have wanted. The staff were very friendly and helpful at oll times. And the hotel's eccentric decor works brilliantly.. The location is wonderful because you can see only palm trees, the ocean and small headlands in either direction. The...

We spent three nights at this gorgeous property in a stunning location on the beach. It is close to surf beaches and Galle fort. This is a clean, modern building with a luxurious feel and very attentive, friendly staff. The owner has created a unique experience for guests with a “home from home”, ambiance. The food was excellent, as was the service. Dining by the large pool with the sound of crashing...

Lovely calming and professionally run small boutique hotel. Amazing views yet great location close to Galle and the south coast. Plenty of tuk tuk's along teh main road so you dont wait long (tip get pick me even to verify the price it should be). The food is amazing and the breakfast i will remember for some time. Carefully thought out and all cooked to order, great juices too. Bedrooms very comfortable...

Very aesthetic hotel and location, wonderful staff who will help with everything

We enjoyed our stay , the view from our room was wonderful. the room was clean and comfortable, good style for a beach resort. It would have been good to have had a kettle in our room , but afternoon tea was free. Staff were always courteous and helpful. The breakfasts were nice but not up to the standards of some of the other hotels we have stayed in in Sri Lanka . Lovely pool but no swimming off...

We enjoyed our stay , the view from our room was wonderful. the room was clean and comfortable, good style for a beach resort. It would have been good to have had a kettle in our room , but afternoon tea was free. Staff were always courteous and helpful. The breakfasts were nice but not up to the standards of some of the other hotels we have stayed in in Sri Lanka . Lovely pool but no swimming off...

The experience could not have been any more perfect. The hotel is located in a beautiful natural beach setting surrounded by palm trees. The architecture and interior design is a mixture of modernism and Sri Lankan chic, every detail considered. One could spend days on the poolside loungers enjoying the vista. The food is top notch, with a top class menu serving all tastes. The staff is just wonderful...

Rooms are fabulous and the place is perfectly maintained. Excellent food, too. There's a beach, but sea too choppy to swim, and behind, a main road. Short rides to Unawatanu or to Thalpe itself if you aren't happy to just relax in a great place.

We came as a multigenerational group (12-82 in age) and were so well looked after by the team. The layout of the house works really well. The rooms are spacious but simple. This is a great destination, 10 minutes from the surf beaches, close to golf and 25 minutes to Galle. It is worth pointing out the sea by the house is very rough and not suitable for swimming, the swimming pool is really lovely...

We have just returned from an incredible 6-night stay at Frangipani Tree and could not recommend it highly enough. We had originally booked only 3 nights, but we loved it so much that we extended our stay! From the moment we arrived—very late in the evening—the staff greeted us warmly and made us feel instantly welcome. No matter the hour, they were ready to prepare a delicious meal. The location...

We had a fabulous holiday at this beautiful hotel. The staff went above and beyond to make our stay memorable. We were given a room upgrade to an ocean view

A small boutique hotel right on the beach in Talpe ( a shortish tuk tuk ride from Galle) . Excellent food and friendly staff. The hotel has a beautiful pool (the sea near the hotel is not really suitable for swimming although it does look wonderful). The hotel is on a main road, although you can't hear the traffic. Recommended.

Palinda and his crew were without fault. Amazing service and so friendly and polite. Fragipani Tree is a truly heavenly place with beautiful and immaculately kept grounds. It is fronted by a virtually private beach and a wonderfully warm sea. In all perfect.

Good location, beautiful 180-degree view, spacious rooms, large bathroom. The swimming pool is quite small, but the place is rather old, the rooms are old, but the service is good.

Great hotel. Had a great time. Nice pool. Great view from the mountain. Ocean view from the window.

We stayed at this hotel for one night. We were greeted with a welcome drink and checked into our room fairly quickly. The room was large enough, but not clean enough. The bathroom was very disappointing because it was dirty. We couldn't fill the jacuzzi for an hour. The location is good (the hotel is in the mountains), but it's very difficult to get there by tuk-tuk, and there are no cafes nearby,...

I liked the pool and the sun loungers that doubled as beds. It was comfortable to swim in the pool and get some work done during the day. The room was a bit tired, but it had a sea view. The breakfast was overly salty (they didn't offer me an alternative). Overall, it was okay for a couple of nights.

We had a lovely stay, I would recommend it.

I really liked the hotel. Excellent breakfasts, very attentive staff. I recommend it 👍🏽

Excellent hotel in the South Coast of Sri Lanka just twenty minutes from the world heritage Galle Fort. Excellent service under General Manager Nalaka who along with his staff attend to grant everything a guest asks for be it a tasty meal, a minor room matter. The chef is excellent. Steward Sanjeewa is most attentive helpful and makes ones stay memorable.

Had memorable stay in Era Beach.. Food was excellent.. friendly staff. Room was clean. great value for money. highly recommended.

Had a wonderful experience at Era Beach. The staff were friendly, the room was clean and comfortable, and the location was perfect. Great amenities and smooth check-in made the stay even better. Highly recommend!

This hotel may not be for everyone but it certainly suited us. There are only 8 rooms so things are very quiet and relaxed. There are a number of staff around but due to the nature of the hotel they often need to be tracked down to order a drink etc. The hotel is located on the beach front but you cannot actually go in the sea here due to the rocks. However there is a lovely secluded beach a little...

We had a great experience at era beach, the staff was very helpful and friendly. Nice food and beautiful environment. Great place to catch up with friends. Noticed that there was limited parking space. I recommend providing guests with more toiletries eg: shampoo and toothpaste.

My wife and I came here to relax after our two week tour of Sri Lanka. We were the only couple here with all the staff on tap to provide for our every need. It is beautifully appointed, scrupulously clean and staffed by the most friendly and attentive staff. The food was particular good. The manager was also very obliging to any of our requests. As we had seen the area in our tour we spent the time...

Great location on a hill, it feels like Nuwara Eliya, but it's actually Hunawatuna. The food is excellent, and the pools, including private ones, are fantastic. Private villa with 3 bedrooms + swimming pool is great for big family. The scenery is perfect for Instagram photos.

Rooms are fabulous. Clean and spacious. Great architecture design . I loved the bathroom with jacuzzi and it is totally open and outside the room with great sea view .but maintained the privacy. But the hotel 'S public area is not maintained properly. Broken stairs. Dirty garden and walls. Yet the general manager is very helpful and he was kind enough to offer me the suite room. Didn't choose cos...

Sometimes back we were at this place on our honeymoon.We were think to come back for last weekend and its really value for money Rooms are done well with clean linen and spotless.They serve main meals from Ala carte and only breakfast on buffet.Matching various and tasty food. Having two pools and what a view on sunset.we enjoyed everything and definitely comeback with friends.

The best stay ever. The environment was pleasant and welcoming. Lovely hotel with a wonderful restaurant. Very friendly staff. Hotel is full of great art. Just a charming place.Both check-in and check-out were professionally handled and easy. Thank you everyone🙏🏻 Cheers🥂👋 ♥️Shanaka Madanayake. ♥️Hansika karunarathne Madanayake.

Villa Thawthisa Hotel is a paradise in every sense of the word. If you're seeking a luxurious and tranquil escape with stunning views, impeccable service, and a touch of Sri Lankan charm, look no further. My stay at this remarkable hotel was a journey of relaxation, exploration, and pure indulgence. I can't wait to return and savor its beauty and hospitality once again. This place is a true gem along...

Villa Thawthisa is really amazing..the staff is very comfortable and the service is very good.I am really happy to have Villa Thawthisa as my weekend stay and I recommend everyone to stay at this hotel.

It was alright. The location was good.

We absolutely loved the Araliya Hotel. It's a great hotel with a fantastic beach, sand, and sea. They have excellent sun loungers exclusively for guests, and the beachfront area is guarded, so you don't have to worry about outsiders taking them. The beach bar/restaurant is superb, with excellent service. They always have cold beer, delicious cocktails, fresh fruit, and fish. Every day, they'd bring...

It’s nice beach side with healthy climate surrounding

Very good location for a holiday and relaxing, Aslam in the restaurant was very helpful with great service. All staff members including the security guards were very friendly and helpful, very safe inside the hotel

Didn't get a chance to visit the beach, but the room was excellent.

From the moment we arrived, we were greeted by wonderfully friendly staff at the reception desk, and our positive impression continued when we saw our room. It was incredibly spacious and spotlessly clean and a perfect space to relax in. Unfortunately, our enthusiasm dipped when we looked out the window. We had eagerly anticipated the sea view we booked, but found ourselves on the first floor looking...

I came to City Stay Galle for the third time mid last month and stayed for two nights. The hospitality was very great. The rooms were very clean and tidy, there was a nice welcome drink, and the breakfast was good. It was amazing that I was able to check in early at 9 a.m. Mohan was very helpful and was always attending to me. Even at 3 a.m., after coming back from a techno event, he unlocked the...

Good budget stay for the price. Don't expect a view, but the facilities provided are sufficient. Conveniently located next to Indian Hut. Parking is limited, and while the service is good, there's room for improvement. Overall, it is a decent value option.

Very good service by Mohan. He helped us with rental bike and tuk tuk services. Room is clean and hot/cold water any time. Breakfast was good. All staff member including Mam 10/10. Surely we will recommend it to those who are in our network planning to visit sri lanka. Thank You Mohan

Friendly Staff Very Clean Excellent Very Fast Wifi Comfortable King/Queen size double bed. 1 mini fridge in the room Staff are conversant in 3 languages - Sinhala, Tamil and English. Towels looked like they have been used many times. No Bidet. No Slippers. No Toiletries are provided though advertised as such. Only 1 small piece of soap. No toothpaste, shampoo, body lotion, Shower Cap, etc. No Hair...

Very helpful and prepared staff! They helped us negotiate getting someone to hospital late at night for an urgent asthma treatment. They had a phone contact in English for international tourists that you could ring to access to doctors and arrange transport to the hospital. Very clean rooms. Lovely showers.

Reasonable prices, good food, friendly staff. We have stayed here for two days and place is really good also value for the money. City stay hotel is located in Dewata srilanka soon after you enter the southern express way on the left side of the road next to Indian Hut. Easy access to galle town, southern express way, galle bus stand, Unawatuna jungle beach.

When I last stayed here, I thought it had the MOST idyllic location. That coupled with the pride the employees took in keeping it shining and the very pleasant bedrooms and tasty food! It is a Hotel in a MILLION

The hotel's exterior is simply wow-worthy. The location, ambiance, view, and atmosphere are 10 out of 10. The rooms are spacious, but we were given a truly awful room in terms of condition. It had a ton of issues, such as a broken shower, terribly old and worn-out curtains, a moldy shower curtain, no hairdryer (you have to ask for one every time, but they always take it away), torn towels, a broken...

All rooms seemed to have a great view and a different unique perspective to enjoy. There was so much to explore and enjoy about this property,Staff was attentive and welcoming. the Infinity pool and it's magical lights made it slightly easier...

Very good value for money. Recommended -particularly- for young couples and solo travelers. Would stay again.

Very good value for money. Recommended -particularly- for young couples and solo travelers. Would stay again.

Good Place to Relaxing. very clam place. Room price are reasonable. very recommended place. Food 08/10 Place 10/10 View 10/10 Parking Available Near to Galle Town Eco friendly superb Place

We came for the restaurant, looks luxury and beautiful. Choose to sit inside, outside was still a bit hot. Service was excellent, food fresh and tasty. A little bit overpriced. But not too much. Perfect for the dinner or romantic date. But even for the kids is good, pizza was good. I was impressed with the butter, how it was served and smallest bread that I ever saw.

On recommendation from Inoka at Cape Welligama, we went here for lunch. Beautiful place. Apparently rooms are lovely according to a lady I chatted to from the UK staying there. I thoroughly enjoyed my superfood bowl & Bazaar Special cocktail! Great!

We went to the restaurant for breakfast not to stay. So I can’t comment about the rooms. Absolutely loved the interior though. We tried the cafe mocha, pineapple juice, papaya juice, css full breakfast and eggs Benedict. The food was ridiculously expensive and not worth the price. May be because the place is inside the Galle Fort. I was excited for the cafe mocha and I was let down. It was cold when...

This was our fifth stop on our honeymoon, and we chose to stay in Galle Fort a little longer than our other locations. In hindsight I’m still not entirely sure that was the right call for us. There are plenty of quirky little shops and interesting cafés tucked away in the fort’s streets, but you can easily explore the whole area in a day — so the hotel really needed to feel like a sanctuary from the...

We had a great time at fort bazaar. Quality is consistent across the tear drops i have visited. Very well located near all the restaurants and shops on pedlar street. Rooms are really cosy. The whole hotel is really cosy. Lovely pool and spa experience was super relaxing. The food was yummy and plentiful. Couldnt finish portions. The cocktails were lovely and they have a nice happy hour. The staff...

The room is large, and the toiletries used in the room are all from the famous local Spa Ceylon. All the staff are very friendly. Breakfast is ordered and tastes good. The hotel is located in the center of the ancient city, which is very convenient for going to the beach or the bell tower. The flowers in the courtyard are beautiful, and we can see the roof of the church from the corridor of our room

Had a wonderful stay at The Merchant Galle Fort. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, the service was excellent, and the food was absolutely delicious. The room was clean, comfortable, and very well maintained. Everything felt easy and welcoming from start to finish. Truly a great experience, Thank you to Chamika and the team—would definitely visit again and highly recommend!

Went to have dinner with my family. Beautiful outdoor area with indoor A/C facility. It was a pretty hot night so decided to stay indoor. Food was curved without any delay. Grilled prawn ,olive oil and garlic dipper was the best dish I had. Food was so good and the potion was pretty big. Service was amazing. Food is a bit expensive than the other restaurant but it’s a worth of trying

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel in Galle. The decoration is absolutely stunning — every detail is thoughtfully designed and beautifully executed. The atmosphere is incredibly peaceful, with a lovely vibe that makes you relax. The menu and food are very well curated, adding even more to the overall experience. The staff really make the difference: professional, attentive, and extremely polite...

The Merchant is located in a beautiful spot inside Galle Fort, and the location is definitely its strongest point. The surroundings are charming and well placed, making it a nice place to sit and enjoy the atmosphere of the fort. However, the service was below expectations during our visit. There was a noticeable lack of attentiveness, and the overall experience could have been much better with more...

We went to Merchant for a dinner out. Had their curry pasta, chicken burger and blue ocean virgin mojito which was soo yum. Portion sizes were so big although prices are bit on the higher side.Great vibe with the nicest staff. 😁

A gorgeous elegant spot to grab breakfast or dinner. Set in a beautiful lush courtyard, amazing live singer the first night I went down. Great coffee and breakfast options , service was impeccable, WiFi super fast which was a god send for working. A little oasis the perfect place to get some r&r after sight seeing. Highly recommend

This was an amazing villa with attentive and kind staff. The location was excellent and it was a great haven to escape the hot streets of Galle. The service was excellent throughout and the rooms were spacious and beautifully designed. The pool table and outdoor pool were a great addition. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here and hope to return one day. Thank you for helping finish our family holiday...

Highly recommendable, Small and cozy colonial hotel with super good service, and a good cook that makes the food you wish, we had a great dinner with the most amazing lobster

Absolutely fantastic place! We felt like we had the villa to ourselves as the only other guest staying at the property too left after the first day. The staff are amazing and very hospitable. Food is fantastic and made with love. A must visit when in galle

This was a beautiful hotel perfect for walking into town. Spoilt slightly by the next door funfair/concert venue in the open air. Our room however was on tbd other side and was delightful. And quiet. Room was large and well maintained. Hotel were lovely and service impeccable

Incredible pool and views of the fort. Also one of the best buffet breakfasts we had in all of Sri Lanka.

The hotel isn't very big, and there's only one pool, but it wasn't crowded. Breakfast had limited options, though there were several curry dishes. There's a tiny private beach that's inaccessible at high tide. In the mornings, you can catch lots of small crabs there, which the kids loved! Galle Fort is very close by. There's also a large temple right outside the hotel, and a pretty decent-sized supermarket...

I recommend my friends to stay there.

Excellent location, suite was fabulous. 10 mins walk to Galle fort. Great Sri Lankan hospitality!

I absolutely love my stay here. The staff is super kind. The location is 10 to 15 minutes walk from Galle Fort. Will definitely stay here again when I am back.

I recently had the pleasure of staying at this wonderful hotel, and the experience exceeded my expectations in every way. From the moment I arrived, the staff welcomed me with warm smiles and exceptional hospitality, making the check-in process smooth and efficient. The room was spacious, impeccably clean, and thoughtfully designed, offering a perfect blend of comfort and modern amenities. The bed...

We had a great stay. Thank you for all the staff . They are exeptional...

Clean and beautiful, friendly staff. You cannot go wrong with this hotel. Beach front and amazing view. 10-15 mins tuktuk from Galle Dutch Fort.

Very good hotel. Pool zone and the beach a perfect. Thank you!

I booked this hotel for my parents. They are in their 50s. They said, We enjoyed a lot. Staff was so nice and kind. There were side events on Saturday. Food was great. The room is not like in the photos. We couldn’t see the sea from the bed. But the room was comfortable and all that. We will go there again.

The room initially had a rather musty smell, so I informed the staff. They quickly resolved the situation and replaced me with a new room. I was very impressed with the beautiful view and the ocean view. All the staff were very helpful and friendly. I'll definitely be back if I have the chance.

We had the loveliest stay at Postcard Galle! Upon arrival, the staff makes you feel so welcome and the hotel itself is beautiful, a beautiful building nestled in a bay with a gorgeous view of the sunset. It is the perfect distance from the Fort area while maintaining its own bubble of tranquility. Throughout our stay, the staff was so attentive and a special thanks goes to Sandaruwan who went above...

Lovely stay at the Postcard Galle. The property is quaint, quiet and peaceful. Lovely rooms. The thing, however, that sets it apart from other hotels is the service from the wonderful staff. Just the right amount of attentiveness, not overbearing and always helpful. A special thank you to Shivani the manager at the Postcard Galle. She went out of her way to help us and even arranged to send something...

What do you want from a holiday or a family retreat? 1. Memories 2. Warm home like environment 3. Great food 4. Staff Service If you want these - head to postcard galle. I hosted my family here for a retreat and we booked all 10 rooms made this into a personal villa for us. Chef Amit was flown for us - he is a master craftsman. Amazing food and flavours. Without him the great food part was...

What do you want from a holiday or a family retreat? 1. Memories 2. Warm home like environment 3. Great food 4. Staff Service If you want these - head to postcard galle. I hosted my family here for a retreat and we booked all 10 rooms made this into a personal villa for us. Chef Amit was flown for us - he is a master craftsman. Amazing food and flavours. Without him the great food part was...

We just returned from a magical weekend at The Postcard Galle Hotel and are already planning our next trip.The hotel itself is an absolute jewel—a beautifully restored historic building with an elegant, yet cozy, charm.

We just returned from a magical weekend at The Postcard Galle Hotel and are already planning our next trip.The hotel itself is an absolute jewel—a beautifully restored historic building with an elegant, yet cozy, charm.

A fantastic hotel right on the beach. We had a wonderful room with a view of the sea. A beautiful garden with a huge pool. The warm and friendly staff made our stay unforgettable. We’d particularly like to mention Tarushi, Ahinsa and Thejani. We’ll never forget their service.

We have just returned from another great two weeks staying at The Fortress,Sri Lanka. There have been a few changes since we were there last in 2023. The restaurant area has been refurbished and there are now a Tepanyaki cooking area and an Italian and Japanese restaurant. The main restaurant is still in Samantha’s capable hands and he still has Saman and many of the staff that were there before assisting...

We had a wonderful family vacation at the Fortress. We enjoyed everything: the room, pool, beach, gym and delicious food and drinks.The place is so special and beautiful and looks like a postcard! What’s best about the hotel is the staff which was so helpful with every request. Highly recommended!

Good location to reach Galle. Beach front and pool very impressive with plenty of loungers and towel service. We used Uber to get out on a couple of occasions but the tuk tuk drivers were not happy and were very intimidating to the drivers. When out walking they were quite annoying and would not take no thank you for an answer! Hotel very quiet at the time we visited although they were unable to...

The service was excellent, warm but not overly so. The environment is right by the sea, quiet and secluded, with a lagoon for swimming. The lagoon is full of small fish, occasionally some of them brightly colored. The infinity pool faces the southern Indian Ocean.

Wonderful location. Very clean and luxury rooms and friendliest staff. Food had a good variance and very calm ambience .

This was our first trip to Sri Lanka and was made extra special with staying at Kahanda Kanda. All the staff were excellent and looked after our every need! The villa was amazing and we have already booked to come back!

I spent a week at this sublime boutique villa hotel in southern Sri Lanka, owned by ‘George of the Jungle’ as he literally presides over a zoological garden of a variety of flora and fauna, including peacocks and other avian life, monkeys, reptiles, fish, dogs and cats deep in the jungle in the village of Kahanda. George (a Brit who’s made Sri Lanka his home) is a great host and it feels like you...

We had an exceptional 8 day stay at Kahanda Kanda. The location of the hotel is incredible. Our villa (Kadju) had a view of the forest from the canopy level and we were treated daily to sightings of Langur monkeys, hornbills, parakeets, humming birds, peacocks and and array of other beautiful birds and lizards. None of these come too close or are a bother. They just make for spectacular viewing and...

We came here for a belated honeymoon - it was well worth the wait! This hotel is absolutely beautiful - like something out of the Netflix series White Lotus! The location is great - secluded and lush surroundings but within very easy reach of the beaches and Galle centre. The food was excellent, too with plenty of choice. We had a spacious villa with a private pool surrounded by trees where we could...

We had the perfect family retreat with KK in early January. From the very start we experienced the full calm of the beautiful surroundings and benefitted from excellent and attentive staff. The rooms that we booked were well designed and beautifully styled and the restaurant was superb. The owner ( George) makes a great effort to make sure that everyone's happy. We will hopefully return next year

We loved our time here as we finished our Sri Lanka tour. Peacock was our villa - lovely and spacious with views over the tea plantation Food was some of the best we had on our trip. Lovely local curries but everything we had was excellent The owner George cooper is a great guy we loved chatting to him The cycle ride around the paddy fields was lovely plus the local turtle hatchery also excellent...