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Cocobay Unawatuna

4.0 star property
Beachfront resort with full-service spa

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Take advantage of a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden at Cocobay Unawatuna. With a private beach, scuba diving, and fishing, this resort is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to a massage at the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant, Restaurant, features happy hour. Fitness classes and yoga classes are offered at the gym; other things to do include surfing/body boarding. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a playground and a library.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Room service
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Gym
Beach bar

On the beach

This resort is located on the waterfront and has a private beach. Take advantage of the beach towels at the beach. Some on-site activities to enjoy during your trip include surfing/bodyboarding and fishing. Popular nearby activities to consider include snorkeling and whale watching.

Beach/ocean view
Restaurant

Room options

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DELUXE ROOM PLUNGE POOL WITH PRIVATE JACUZZI AND SEA VIEW | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

DELUXE ROOM PLUNGE POOL WITH PRIVATE JACUZZI AND SEA VIEW

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Pillow menu
Ceiling fan
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 61 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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PRIVILEGE SUITE WITH PRIVATE JACUZZI AND SEA VIEW | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

PRIVILEGE SUITE WITH PRIVATE JACUZZI AND SEA VIEW

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Ceiling fan
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 92 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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DELUXE ROOM WITH PRIVATE JACUZZI AND SEA VIEW | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

DELUXE ROOM WITH PRIVATE JACUZZI AND SEA VIEW

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Pillow menu
Ceiling fan
Separate bathtub and shower
Private bathroom
  • 61 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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OCEAN SUITE WITH PRIVATE JACUZZI AND SEA VIEW | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

OCEAN SUITE WITH PRIVATE JACUZZI AND SEA VIEW

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Ceiling fan
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 92 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Unawatuna, Cocobay Unawatuna is in the suburbs and on a private beach. Galle Harbour and Spa Ceylon Boutique & Urban Spa are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Jungle Beach and Sahana Beach. National Maritime Museum and Handunugoda Tea Estate are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as snorkeling and other activities like whale-watching.
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No:10/4,Roomassala Road, Roomassala, Unawatuna Beach, Unawatuna, 80600

What's nearby

  • Jungle Beach - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Unawatuna Beach - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Galle International Cricket Stadium - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Galle Fort - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Galle Lighthouse - 7 min drive - 3.0 miles

Getting around

  • Midigama Railway Station - 32 min drive
  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 114 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Steam Yard - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Hideout Unawatuna - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pink Elephant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kaaia - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Ten4teen - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Cocobay Unawatuna

Upscale resort by the ocean
At Cocobay Unawatuna, you can look forward to a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. With a private beach, scuba diving, and fishing, this resort is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to a massage at the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant, Restaurant, features happy hour. Fitness classes and yoga classes are offered at the gym; other things to do include surfing/body boarding. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a playground and a library.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free newspapers, beach towels, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Cocobay Unawatuna boast comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, as well as perks like separate sitting areas and bathrobes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with bidets and free toiletries
  • Balconies or patios, separate sitting areas, and CD players

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 20 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • La Mer
  • Restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Scuba diving
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • On the bay
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2012
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • CD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 50
  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per child: USD 25 (from 3 to 11 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 60
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: USD 30 (from 3 to 11 years old)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 20 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 95.00 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 95 (one-way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number PV84276

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

COCOBAY UNAWATUNA Hotel Galle
COCOBAY UNAWATUNA Hotel
COCOBAY UNAWATUNA Galle
COCOBAY UNAWATUNA
COCOBAY UNAWATUNA Resort
COCOBAY UNAWATUNA Resort
COCOBAY UNAWATUNA Unawatuna
COCOBAY UNAWATUNA Resort Unawatuna

Frequently asked questions

Does Cocobay Unawatuna have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Cocobay Unawatuna pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cocobay Unawatuna?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Cocobay Unawatuna?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Cocobay Unawatuna?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Cocobay Unawatuna provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 95.00 per vehicle applies.

Where is Cocobay Unawatuna located?

Nestled on the beach, this Unawatuna resort is within 1 mi (2 km) of Sahana Beach, Jungle Beach, and Japanese Peace Pagoda. Galle Harbour and Yatagala Raja Maha Viharaya are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Cocobay Unawatuna Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

7.0

Location

9.6

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 73 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely a superb experience! Such friendly staff, helpful at all times. Lovely to have a “private” beach and combine relaxation with experiences arranged by a knowledgeable staff.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Giancarlo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is amazing and Upul ( restaurant) and Tamara ( lifeguard) were exceptional
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

JEFFREY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cocobay is a beautiful hotel with friendly and attentive staff members. After a week tour of Sri Lanka, it was the perfect place to relax for the last night of our trip.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderfuld place, world class service

A wonderful place, with world-class friendly staff and service!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marshall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a convenient distance from unawatuna beach and Galle fort. If you’re only down south for a weekend, or for your first time I highly recommend. Excellent service, great breakfast, calm and pleasant private beach. Beautiful sunsets.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Quentin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing stay!

Really comfortable room with ocean view balcony, huge bathroom with nice bathtub. The hotel is beautiful with perfect facilities. The food is amazing and special note for the staff, so nice and caring. We had an amazing stay thanks to them. And now we know how to cook curry with their cooking class 😍
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Helena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms have a nice ocean view and balcony. Room and the bathroom are large. Good wifi. The water in front of the hotel was too choppy to swim. I’m not sure if this is a seasonal problem.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Senoli

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The photos of this property LOOK okay but in real life, this place is sort of falling apart. You can’t swim in the beach as the water is too dangerous and choppy. The room we stayed in did not have a balcony door that sealed properly, so we had to switch rooms. The eating/ lounge area was very bare bones. For me, the stay would have been all right, had they not used photos likely from when this hotel first opened, when it was in tip top condition. We had a hot tub that we didn’t even feel like using, being the sealant looked cracked and gross and it just didn’t appear as clean as it did in the photos the hotel has shared with Expedia. We would never ever stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Ödül

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duncan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One of few hotels with its almost private beach. Boutique but a little rough around the edges - so what if nothing is perfect - this isn’t Maldives. Great food, really friendly staff. No loud music and respectful guests. They are offering a great product, that’s why guests return. Easy tuktuk to busier area and boats to take you elsewhere. We were genuinely sad to leave.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Silke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wunderbar gelegen, riesige Zimmer, sehr, sehr freundliches Personal
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sebastien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Kinga et Sébastien

Nous avons passé 5 jours à l’hôtel Cocobay Unawatuna. On a adoré et on a hâte d’y retourner! Des chambres très propres et confortables! La vue sur la mer époustouflante! L’équipe très gentille et très serviable. Nous nous sommes régalés avec le grand choix de plats typique et bien d’autres. Très belle expérience! Un grand merci surtout à Saman!!! Mais aussi à Upul et Giovindraja.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Vikram

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

AXEL

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel qui vaut le detour, le plagiste et la personne qui effectue les massages sont tres competentes. Quant a la nourriture de l' hotel elle est excellente. La duree du sejour recommande est d'une semaine. Hotel qui ne merite pas 5 etoiles compare a d'autres destinations asiatiques.
Stayed 16 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

rui filipe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Genial todos muy amables… muy limpio .. se nota un que el tiempo a pasado por el hotel pero todo muy bien .. ubicación fantástica
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lækker hotel og super service

Et super lækker hotel. Der får værelser og en stille og rolig strand i Unawatuna. Det er tæt på Gall, kun 10 min med Tuk Tuk. Et super venligt og i altid imødekommende personale. Lækker morgenmad og lækker mad generelt.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dejligt ophold Alle var serviceminded og hjælpsomme Lækker strand Fred og ro
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Serena

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a brilliant time at Cocobay over Christmas and New Year. Enjoyed it so much, we stayed some extra days. Private beach is a small piece of heaven and i swam to jungle beach (about a mile) and that was super fun too. (can get a short rickshaw ride or walk also). Food was great, Sri Lankan or international cuisine available. Stayed in two different rooms and both great, clean and with sea and palm tree views. Going to Unawatuna which is great but always happy to come back. Special thanks to Pradeep, Dilan and Dinesha and the whole team for making our stay so good.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely stay

Lovely room with a fantastic view. Staff were lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Private beach is lovely and calm after touring Galle and Unawatuna.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

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