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Elaya Resort Unawatuna

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You can look forward to free English breakfast, a free roundtrip airport shuttle, and game and wildlife viewing at Elaya Resort Unawatuna. In addition to a swim-up bar and a poolside bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Deluxe Premier Plunge Pool Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Deluxe Premier Plunge Pool Room

  • Sea view
  • 59 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Premier Pool Access | Terrace/patio

Deluxe Premier Pool Access

  • Ocean view
  • 67 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Premier Ocean view with Tub | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Deluxe Premier Ocean view with Tub

  • Sea view
  • 64 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Ocean View Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Superior Ocean View Room

  • Sea view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Non-Ocean View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Superior Non-Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Unawatuna, Elaya Resort Unawatuna is in the city center and near the beach. Japanese Peace Pagoda and Galle International Cricket Stadium are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include National Maritime Museum and Handunugoda Tea Estate. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including whale-watching and safari tours. Visit our Unawatuna travel guide
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22/20, Yaddehimulla Rd, Unawatuna, Unawatuna, SP, 80600

What's nearby

  • Unawatuna, Sri Lanka has most gorgeous tropical beach you could wish for. Located in a small bay so the waves are low and the water nice and warm. There are nice little cafes and restaurants lining the beach and friendly locals who can take you on a boat ride. #beach
    Unawatuna Beach
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Jungle Beach was a twenty minute walk from Unawatuna. Situated in a clam bay so hardly any big waves and perfect water temperature. Gorgeous little beach with sun beds and a bar with amazing fresh juice. They also do beach parties. Lots of monkeys around from the forest, so mind your belongings. #beach
    Jungle Beach
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • The lighthouse at Galle Fort
    Galle Fort
    9 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • The main beach in Mirissa. Some strong waves. Plenty of bars and restaurants to keep you fed and hydrated. Stunning.
    Mirissa Beach
    37 min drive - 21.7 miles
  • Japanese Peace Pagoda
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Midigama Railway Station
    37 min drive
  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB)
    126 min drive

Restaurants

  • Skinnytom's Deli Cafe
    11 min walk
  • Kingfisher
    11 min walk
  • Unawatuna Beach Club
    12 min walk
  • Blow Hole Reataurant
    10 min walk
  • Mettha's home cooked meals
    12 min walk

About this property

Elaya Resort Unawatuna

Family-friendly hotel in the city center
Consider a stay at Elaya Resort Unawatuna and take advantage of free English breakfast, a free roundtrip airport shuttle, and game and wildlife viewing. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a swim-up bar and a poolside bar.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with sun loungers, pool umbrellas, and a lifeguard on site
  • Free self parking, valet parking, and extended parking
  • A shopping center shuttle, an electric car charging station, and access to a nearby indoor pool
  • Access to a nearby health club, supervised childcare (surcharge), and local meal delivery service
Room features
All guestrooms at Elaya Resort Unawatuna include comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
More amenities include:
  • Highchairs and childcare services
  • Recycling and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with bidets and free toiletries
  • 43-inch Smart TVs with premium channels
  • Separate sitting areas, mini fridges, and ceiling fans

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle on request
  • 24-hour train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Free secured, uncovered valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • A swim-up bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Books
  • Children's pool
  • Cooking classes
  • Game viewing
  • Games
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Piano
  • Scooter/moped rentals

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Children's toys
  • High chair
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Mini-fridge
  • Pool gate
  • Pool toys
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Stroller
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Telescope
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 steps to reach entrance
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Accessible bus station shuttle
  • Accessible shuttle
  • Accessible train station shuttle
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Elevator (79 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Pool access ramp on site
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Sign language-capable staff
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Visual doorbell notification
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 100% renewable energy
  • 4 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Built in 2026
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Electric bike charging
  • Lifeguards
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Day bed
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Free bottled water
  • Late-night room service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laundry detergent
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: 50-percent of room rate for check-in between 1:00 AM and noon
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport and bus station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 11:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-in fee: 50-percent of room rate for check-in between 1:00 AM and noon

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include 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

We should mention

Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
A fee for a mandatory Christmas Day gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 25
A fee for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 24
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 31
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Day gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on January 1
A fee for a mandatory Valentine's Day gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on February 14
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Elaya Resort Unawatuna have a pool?

Yes, this property has 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–8:00 PM.

Is Elaya Resort Unawatuna pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Elaya Resort Unawatuna?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Late check-in is available from 1:00 AM– noon for a fee of 50%.

What time is check-out at Elaya Resort Unawatuna?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Elaya Resort Unawatuna provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs on request.

Where is Elaya Resort Unawatuna located?

This family-friendly Unawatuna hotel is located in the mountains, within a 15-minute walk of Japanese Peace Pagoda and Unawatuna Beach. Jungle Beach and Dewata Beach are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

9.8

Exceptional