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Elaya Resort Unawatuna

3.5 star property
Mountain hotel with 3 outdoor pools, near Unawatuna Beach

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Elaya Resort Unawatuna offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Unawatuna Beach. After taking a dip in one of the 3 outdoor pools, you can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or unwind with a drink at the pool bar. This Art Deco hotel also features a free airport shuttle, a children's pool and a snack bar/deli.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurants and pool bar
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Children's pool
  • Swim-up bar
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • In-room childcare
  • Shopping centre shuttle

For families (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Premium TV channels
The current price is €112
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar

Room options

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Deluxe Premier Plunge Pool Room

Deluxe Premier Plunge Pool Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
  • Sea view
  • 59 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Premier Pool Access

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Ocean view
  • 67 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Penthouse

Penthouse

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Ocean view
  • 117 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Premier Ocean view with Tub

Deluxe Premier Ocean view with Tub

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sea view
  • 64 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Ocean View Room

Superior Ocean View Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sea view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Non-Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Ocean view
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
22/20, Yaddehimulla Rd, Unawatuna, Unawatuna, SP, 80600

What's nearby

  • Japanese Peace Pagoda - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Unawatuna Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Jungle Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Galle Fort - 10 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Mirissa Beach - 38 min drive - 35.3 km

Getting around

  • Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) - 126 min drive
  • Midigama Railway Station - 37 min drive
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Train station drop-off (surcharge)
  • Train station pickup (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)

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

Elaya Resort Unawatuna offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Unawatuna Beach. After taking a dip in one of the 3 outdoor pools, you can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or unwind with a drink at the pool bar. This Art Deco hotel also features a free airport shuttle, a children's pool and a snack bar/deli.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 28 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is noon
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Babysitting*
    • Supervised childcare*
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
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Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Free secured, uncovered on-site valet parking
    • Free on-site extended parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Transfers

    • Free airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
    • Train station shuttle available 24 hours a day
    • Bus station shuttle*
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Off-site

    • Free beach shuttle
    • Shopping centre shuttle*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside bar
  • Swim-up bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Charcoal grills
  • Private dining
  • Free daily reception
  • Room service (late night)
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Children's pool
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Children's games
  • Toys
  • Pool toys
  • Bed rails
  • Cabinet locks
  • Corner guards
  • Fireplace guard
  • Pool gate
  • Outlet covers
  • Pushchair
  • Lifeguard on-site

What to do

  • Free beach shuttle
  • Wildlife viewing
  • Scooter/moped hire
  • Cooking classes
  • Beach nearby
  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Access to nearby health club
  • Safari nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Electric bike charging stations
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2026
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Piano
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Bike parking
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Art Deco architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom dressing table
  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 200
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Accessible shuttle
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Accessible bus station shuffle
  • Accessible train station shuttle
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Sign language-capable staff
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Visual doorbell notification
  • Hand-held shower heads
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Lowered plug sockets in bathroom
  • Doorbell and phone notifications
  • Lever door handles
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • 10 steps to reach property
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Pool access ramp on site
  • Tile flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 43-inch Smart TV
  • Premium satellite channels
  • Films for purchase

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Laundry detergent

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Down duvet
  • Blackout curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding
  • Memory-foam mattress
  • Day bed

What to enjoy

  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 50+ Mbps)
  • Phone
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Meal delivery service
  • Mini fridge
  • Free bottled water
  • High chair

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Shopping centre shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Late check-in between 1:00 AM and noon can be arranged for an extra charge of 50 per cent of room rate

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's window guards on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay
A fee for a mandatory Christmas Day gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on 25 December.
A fee for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on 24 December.
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on 31 December.
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Day gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on 1 January.
A fee for a mandatory Valentine's Day gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on 14 February.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Elaya Resort Unawatuna?

Yes, there are 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Elaya Resort Unawatuna?

Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Elaya Resort Unawatuna?

Yes, there's free self, valet and extended parking. Electric car charging is available.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by Elaya Resort Unawatuna?

Yes, a free airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Elaya Resort Unawatuna?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Check-out time is noon.

What is there to do at Elaya Resort Unawatuna and nearby?

On-site recreation at Elaya Resort Unawatuna includes game viewing. Enjoy a swim in one of the 3 outdoor swimming pools or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a garden and access to a nearby health club.

Are there restaurants at or near Elaya Resort Unawatuna?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.

What's the area around Elaya Resort Unawatuna like?

Elaya Resort Unawatuna is in the heart of Unawatuna, a short 14-minute walk from Unawatuna Beach and 14 minutes' walk from Japanese Peace Pagoda.

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Reviews

9.8

Exceptional