Unawatuna

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One of the best place to snorkel
Peace Pagoda, built single-handedly by a Japanese Buddhist monk. The view from "Sama Jaytie" is breathtaking, overlooking the bay of Unawatuna all the way to the historic World Heritage Site Galle Fort.
Breath taking view
sunset, view between Unawatuna and Galle
Remote beach we found in Unawatuna

Where to stay in Unawatuna

Sunset at Wijaya Beach

Talpe

Unique features of Talpe include the seaside views and gardens. Make a stop by Koggala Beach or Mihiripenna Beach while you're exploring the area.

Talpe
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Radisson Collection Resort, Galle

Radisson Collection Resort, Galle

5 out of 5
724 Matara Rd, Galle District Talpe Southern Province
$171 nightly
The price is $208 total per night from Apr 21 to Apr 22
$208 total
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Unawatuna. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Unawatuna Beach and Dalawella Beach are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (35 reviews)
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Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026

Radisson Collection Resort, Galle
KAJU GREEN eco lodges

KAJU GREEN eco lodges

4.5 out of 5
Moraduwawatta, Mataramba, Heenatigala Rd Unawatuna Galle
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Unawatuna. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Unawatuna Beach and Dalawella Beach are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
We stayed for 2 nights, and we both thought that the food and the public areas were amazing. We also booked the yoga classes which were great. The bungalows are very cool, they are open, so you get a pretty unique experience. The beds are a bit on the hard side, this should be improved.

Reviewed on Dec 20, 2018

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KAJU GREEN eco lodges
Jungle Village By Thawthisa

Jungle Village By Thawthisa

4 out of 5
Palawatta, Bonavista Unawatuna Galle District
$91 nightly
The price is $92 total per night from Mar 26 to Mar 27
$92 total
Mar 26 - Mar 27
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Unawatuna. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Unawatuna Beach and Jungle Beach are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (9 reviews)
Everything was great! The only thing I didn't love was the internet connection. It looks like they use 4G cellular modems with data limits instead of a cable or fiber network. I occasionally had to hold Teams meetings for work, and the connection would drop and never get back. However, this seems ...

Reviewed on Mar 3, 2026

Jungle Village By Thawthisa
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Top-rated beachfront Villa in Talpe, Sri Lanka

Top-rated beachfront Villa in Talpe, Sri Lanka

Talpe, Sri Lanka
Stay at this villa in Unawatuna. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Unawatuna Beach and Mihiripenna Beach are located ...
Top-rated beachfront Villa in Talpe, Sri Lanka
Aurelle Villa

Aurelle Villa

3 out of 5
Thalpe North Road Unawatuna Southern Province
Stay at this villa in Unawatuna. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 12 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Unawatuna Beach and Dalawella Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2 reviews)
Nice place, good hospitality

Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026

Aurelle Villa
SATIN DOLL

SATIN DOLL

3.5 out of 5
792 Galle-Matara Road Unawatuna
Book a stay at this beach villa in Unawatuna. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Unawatuna Beach and Mihiripenna Beach are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (10 reviews)
It was a perfect stay! Staff members were so kind, so helpful and respectful. Food was delightful, service impeccable, overall, I had an amazing stay and will come back again!

Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026

SATIN DOLL
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Popular places to visit

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

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Jungle Beach during your travels in Rumassala?

Jungle Beach

Japanese Peace Pagoda

You can learn about the history of Rumassala with a stop at Japanese Peace Pagoda. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Japanese Peace Pagoda

Mihiripenna Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Mihiripenna Beach during your travels in Talpe? Wander the seaside and gardens in the area.

Mihiripenna Beach

Things to do

Snorkeling On Beautiful Rock Island - Unawatuna by Boat

Snorkeling On Beautiful Rock Island - Unawatuna by Boat

$29
per adult
Snorkeling On Beautiful Rock Island - Unawatuna by Boat
Hikkaduwa/Galle/Mirissa: Transfer to Ella & Yala Safari

Galle/Mirissa/Tangalle: Transfer to Ella & Yala Safari

$24
per adult
Galle/Mirissa/Tangalle: Transfer to Ella & Yala Safari
Dutch Fort

Galle Day Trip From Colombo

$89
per adult
Galle Day Trip From Colombo
Galle Fort Walking Tour with a Resident

Galle Fort Walking Tour with a Resident

$15
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Galle Fort Walking Tour with a Resident
Yala National Park Safari Tours HALF DAY & FULL DAY.

YALA SAFARI TOURS from Ella/Galle/Mirissa/Tangalle & More

$45
per adult
YALA SAFARI TOURS from Ella/Galle/Mirissa/Tangalle & More
Galle light house

Galle day tour

$90
per traveler
Galle day tour
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Cities near Unawatuna

Galle

Galle

Ritipanna is the Sinhalese term for stilt fishing, which is a traditional method for fishing practiced by most fishermen along the southern coast of Sri Lanka. This art is popularly seen in areas such as Ahangama, Koggala, Welipenna, Kathaluwa and Thalarambe. A narrow pole is tied to a stick that is anchored on the sea bed. Fisher folk climb onto this stick and settle on the pole for a few hours in an effort to catch some fish. Fishermen found on stilts are those who do not have access to sophisticated equipment for fishing. These men can make a living simply with the help of two wooden poles to make a stilt. One pole is nailed onto the sea bed and the other is placed like a cross bar and acts as a plank for the fishermen to sit on. Each stilt can accommodate only one fisherman. For catching fish, they create a rod made of Kithul, and a small plastic bag is tied around their waist to hold the fish that they catch. With one hand they hold onto the stilt and with the other they hold the rod that catches fish. The tradition of stilt fishing will always be practiced by those who cannot afford to invest in modern fishing equipment.

Koggala

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