The best spa hotels in Unawatuna

Hey! Indulge in the ultimate pampering experience at one of these luxurious spa hotels. Designed to provide relaxation, rejuvenation, and tranquility, these properties offer an array of wellness services that range from massages and facials to yoga classes and meditation sessions. To make your search for the perfect spa hotel in in Unawatuna easier, I've compiled this list of top-rated properties for your consideration. So sit back, relax, and explore your options - your ultimate wellness retreat awaits!

• 1 Villa Thawthisa The Boutique Hotel Unawatuna Unawatuna, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Located within the nature of Rumasala Mountain, Villa Thawthisa features 3 dining options and 2 infinity swimming pools. This stylish accommodation provides free WiFi access at all areas and offers 200 degree panoramic views of the Unawatuna Beach. Rooms are large and airy. They are fitted with a private balcony, minibar and a seating area. Featuring a spa bathtub, private bathrooms include a shower. You can enjoy sea views from all rooms. At Villa Thawthisa, you will find a garden and barbeque facilities. This modern property also provides luggage storage space, laundry services and car rentals. For convenience, airport shuttle services are available at a surcharge. Located just at a 5-minute walk away from Unawatuna Beach, Villa Thawthisa is also 2.7 km from Unawatuna Bus Station and 4 km from Unawatuna Railway Station. The historic Galle Fort is 8 km away while Bandaranaike International Airport is 154 km away. Guests can enjoy Sri Lankan and continental meals at the in-house restaurant. 24-hour room service options are available as well. Show full description Guest review score 7.7, rooms from around $66.

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• 2 Araliya Beach Resort & Spa Unawatuna Unawatuna, Sri Lanka

  

  Resort. Located in Unawatuna, a few steps from Unawatuna Beach, Araliya Beach Resort & Spa Unawatuna provides accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Featuring room service, this property also provides guests with a children's playground. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a kids' club and free WiFi throughout the property. The resort will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a kettle, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a bidet. Selected rooms come with a kitchen with a fridge, an oven and a microwave. At Araliya Beach Resort & Spa Unawatuna each room has bed linen and towels. A buffet, à la carte or continental breakfast is available daily at the property. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving British, Indian and Indonesian cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and dairy-free options can also be requested. Popular points of interest near Araliya Beach Resort & Spa Unawatuna include Jungle Beach, Rumassala South Beach and Japanese Peace Pagoda. The nearest airport is Koggala Airport, 9 km from the resort. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around $207.

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• 3 Thaproban Pavilion Resort and Spa Unawatuna, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Thaproban Pavilion Resort and Spa is set just a few steps away from the blue waters of Unawatuna Beach. Guests can unwind by the outdoor pool and soothe tense muscles at the spa. This elegant resort is situated within 5 km to the historical Galle Fort and Galle Railway Station. Bandaranaike International Airport is 140 km away and the public bus stand is 1 km from the property. Offering excellent sea views, air-conditioned rooms are decorated in earthy tones and include a spacious balcony. A flat-screen TV and a sofa are also provided. Attached bathrooms come with bathrobes and a hairdryer. This luxurious property offers yoga classes and a gymnasium. Other facilities include car rental services, luggage storage space and a tour desk. Guests can also utilize the business centre. Featuring seafood specialties, Waves Restaurant also serves Sri Lankan and other international dishes. Guests can enjoy drinks at the poolside bar. Thaproban Pavilion Resort and Spa also offers 24-hour room service options. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around $120.

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• 4 Rock Fort Hotel & SPA Unawatuna Unawatuna, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Rock Fort Hotel & SPA Unawatuna offers accommodation in Unawatuna. The hotel has an outdoor year-round pool and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant. Free private parking is available on site. The hotel contains free amenities such as tea/ coffee /creamer/water bottles etc The hotel is just 500m for the Unawatuna main beach & the property also has a beautiful private beach. It is located 4 km from the turtle farm & 8 km from the tea factory, and also 77 km from the heritage Siharaja forest. The hotel is located 20 km from the Kottawa rain forest. The Rock Fort also provides island wide tours with experienced drivers in luxurious vehicles. Also the hotel staff is able to help with any kind of guest requests, and are able to speak their mother tongue. Every room comes with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Some rooms feature a seating area to relax after a busy day. Rooms come with a private bathroom and shower with free toiletries provided. Guests can enjoy a meal at the on-site restaurant. The property also offers room service and special diet menus. Packed lunches are available. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property. A tour desk, bike hire and car hire are available at this hotel and the area is popular for snorkeling and diving. Japanese Peace Pagoda is 2.4 km from Rock Fort Hotel & SPA Unawatuna, while Yatagala Temple is 2.4 km from the property. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 6.4, rooms from around $30.

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• 5 Sielen Diva Unawatuna, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Sielen Diva is a beachfront property located in Thalpe, a 15 minute drive from the UNESCO Heritage Site, Galle Fort. The Sielen Diva offers an infinity pool, free Wi-Fi, a rooftop sunset terrace, beach deck, in-house spa treatments and a games room. All bedrooms are air-conditioned and offer panoramic views of the Indian Ocean from the floor-to-ceiling glass windows. Each room is well-equipped with a flat screen Smart TV, ample wardrobe space, desk and a luxurious en-suite bathroom with branded toiletries. The in-house chefs are skilled at preparing both local and international cuisine. Packed lunches and BBQs can be arranged upon request. The Sielen Diva is a 2-hour drive from Bandaranaike International Airport. The Unawatuna Railway Station is a 5 minute drive away (4.2 km). Show full description Guest review score 9.2, rooms from around $240.

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• 6 Thambapanni Retreat Unawatuna, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Thambapanni Retreat is located in Unawatuna, a 5-minute walk from Unawatuna Beach. It features 2 dining options, an outdoor swimming pool and rooms with a TV. Free Wi-Fi and parking are provided. Retreat Thambapanni is a 10-minute drive from Galle Fort and Koggala Lake. The National Maritime Museum is a 15-minute drive from the hotel. Air-conditioned rooms at Thambapanni come with wooden flooring, dark wood furnishings and a 4-poster bed. All are fitted with a fan and an en suite bathroom with shower facilities. Guests can enjoy relaxing Ayurvedic oil massages, practice yoga or rent a bicycle to explore the area. For convenience, laundry services are also offered upon request. Available for all-day dining, the restaurant serves a variety of Asian and European fusion dishes. Room service is provided. Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around $60.

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• 7 Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel (Original Dutch Governors House) Unawatuna, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Housed in a restored Dutch colonial building, Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel features 2 swimming pools, a huge garden and free parking on site. Ayurvedic treatments are available. WiFi is available for free in the property's reception area, lobby and restaurant. Guest rooms are fitted with a private veranda with views of the pool, lake or mountain. The en suite bathroom comes with toiletries and hot shower. Guests can enjoy massages at the Ayurvedic spa. The staff at the tour desk can assist with making travel arrangements. The on-site restaurant serves a variety of local dishes. Guests can also enjoy meals in the comfort of their own rooms. A 10-minute walk from Unawatuna Beach, Hotel Nooit Gedacht Heritage is 5 km from the Galle Fortress and 119 km from Colombo. Bandaranaike International Airport is 149 km away. Mini fridge is only available in the Superior Room. Guests can have their meals Buffet OR A ' la Carte at the Governor's Cafe. We serve a wide range of dishes Eastern & Western. Hotel has a Gym, Pool side Bar and a Herbal Spa. Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around $45.

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• 8 Rockside Cabanas Hotel Unawatuna, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Situated along the shores of Dalawella and Mihiripenna, Rockside Cabanas Hotel offers tranquil and comfortable accommodation with free WiFi access. It features a restaurant and beautifully landscaped tropical gardens. Tastefully-furnished, rooms and bungalows come with wooden furnishing, a minibar and freshly-laundered bedding. They include a private bathroom with towels and shower facility. At Rockside Cabanas Hotel, guests may enjoy activities such as diving and snorkelling on site. Fluently-conversed in English and German, the friendly staff can assist with luggage storage and shuttle arrangements. This beachfront property houses a restaurant serving a delectable spread of local and international dishes. A variety of drinks are available at the bar, while room service options can be provided. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 9.3, rooms from around $135.

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• 9 Owl and the Pussycat Hotel & Restaurant Unawatuna, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Set in Unawatuna, 100 metres from Mihiripenna Beach, Owl and the Pussycat Hotel & Restaurant offers accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Featuring a terrace, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation provides room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. At the hotel, all rooms are fitted with a desk, bed linen and a balcony with a garden view. All rooms are equipped with a kettle, while some rooms also offer a kitchenette with a fridge and a stovetop. All guest rooms feature a safety deposit box. Breakfast is available every morning, and includes continental, American and Asian options. At Owl and the Pussycat Hotel & Restaurant you will find a restaurant serving Seafood, local and Asian cuisine. A halal option can also be requested. The area is popular for diving and cycling, and bike hire is available at this 5-star hotel. Dalawella Beach is 700 metres from the accommodation, while Talpe Beach is 1.1 km from the property. The nearest airport is Koggala Airport, 5 km from Owl and the Pussycat Hotel & Restaurant. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around $304.

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• 10 Thaproban Pavilion Waves Unawatuna Unawatuna, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Situated in Unawatuna, less than 1 km from Unawatuna Beach, Thaproban Pavilion Waves Unawatuna features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Boasting a private beach area, the hotel is close to several noted attractions, around 1.4 km from Jungle Beach, 1. 6 km from Rumassala South Beach and 1.4 km from Japanese Peace Pagoda. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a kids' club and free WiFi. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a bidet. A seating area is provided in the rooms, while certain rooms are equipped with a DVD player. At Thaproban Pavilion Waves Unawatuna rooms come with bed linen and towels. The accommodation offers an American or Asian breakfast. At Thaproban Pavilion Waves Unawatuna you will find a restaurant serving American, Chinese and Dutch cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free options can also be requested. You can play billiards and darts at the hotel, and the area is popular for hiking and cycling. There is an in-house bar and guests can also make use of the business area. Galle International Cricket Stadium is 7.1 km from Thaproban Pavilion Waves Unawatuna, while Galle Fort is 7.2 km from the property. The nearest airport is Koggala Airport, 10 km from the accommodation. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 8.3, rooms from around $116.

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• 11 La Veranda Di Serena Unawatuna, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Offering a restaurant and a private beach area, La Veranda Di Serena is located on the Unawatuna Beach. Free WiFi access is available. Each room here will provide you with air conditioning and a seating area. There is also an electric kettle. Featuring a shower, private bathroom also comes with a hairdryer. At La Veranda Di Serena you will find a garden, a terrace and a bar. Other facilities offered at the property include a shared lounge, a tour desk and dry cleaning. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including cycling, fishing and diving. The property offers free parking. The Galle Fort is a 20-minute drive away and the city of Colombo is a 1 and half hours drive away via southern expressway. The Bandaranaike International Airport is 158 km. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around $75.

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• 12 Thaproban Beach House Unawatuna, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Thaprobane Beach House is located on Unawatuna's main beach. It features 2 dining options and air-conditioned rooms with views of the ocean and greenery. Free Wi-Fi access is provided in its public areas. Rooms at Thaprobane come with modern interiors and a 4-poster bed. Each is fitted with a private balcony, a TV and minibar. Shower facilities are in the en suite bathroom. Guests can rent a bicycle to explore the area. The hotel also provides laundry services upon request. The Thaprobane Restaurant serves a variety of local and Western dishes, while light snacks and refreshing drinks are available at the bar. The property is a 10-minute drive from Galle Fort. The National Maritime Museum and Koggala Lake are a 15-minute drive away. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around $54.

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• 13 Holiday Inn Unawatuna Unawatuna, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Unawatuna Holiday Inn is located in Unawatuna, just 100 metres from the Unawatuna Beach. Free WiFi access is available. All rooms come with a private bathroom with cold water shower facilities. At Unawatuna Holiday Inn you will find a garden. The hotel is 1.3 km from Unawatuna Railway Station and the Bandaranaike International Airport is 157 km. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 7.7, rooms from around $7.

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• 14 Green Hill Paradise Villa Unawatuna, Sri Lanka

  

  Bed and Breakfast. Situated in Unawatuna, 2.6 km from Japanese Peace Pagoda, Green Hill Paradise Villa features an infinity pool and free private parking. The bed and breakfast has an outdoor pool and terrace, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant. Each air conditioned room will provide you with wardrobe, ceiling fan, mosquito net, the en suite bathroom comes with the shower facility. Each room has a terrace or balcony. There is luggage storage space at the property. Guests can enjoy various activities in the surroundings, including snorkeling, diving and cycling. The bed and breakfast also offers bike hire. Yatagala Temple is 1.9 km from Green Hill Paradise Villa, while Galle Dutch Hospital is 5 km away. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 9.7

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• 15 Blue Sky Beach Resort Unawatuna, Sri Lanka

  

  Guest house. Blue Sky Beach Resort offers a relaxing getaway in comfortable accommodation in Unawatuna. Situated along the shores of Dalawella and Mihiripenna it also provides massage services and free Wi-Fi throughout the property. The resort has a restaurant and free parking on site. The fully air conditioned rooms at Blue Sky Beach Resort have comfortable seating areas and modern bathroom facilities. The rooms also have a writing desk and free toiletries. Common areas include a terrace offering beautiful sea views to guests. Blue Sky Beach Resort is 600 m From Sri Yoga Shala. Yoga sessions can be arranged. The White Tea factory is situated about 6 km from the resort. The Blue Sky Restaurant serves a selection of local and international specialties. There are also barbecue facilities on site. Wijaya Beach is within 60 metres of the property. The famous Dalawella Rope Swing is 50 metres from the property. The Galle Light House, Galle Fort and Dutch Church Galle are located with 5 km from the property.The Turtle Farm and Koggala Lake are 4 km from the property.The Bandaranaike International Airport is 160 km away. Show full description Guest review score 8.2, rooms from around $40.

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• 16 Anara Villa Unawatuna, Sri Lanka

  

  Guest house. Situated close to the beach, Anara villa offers peaceful and comfortable accommodation with free WiFi access in its public areas. Activities such as cycling, fishing, diving and snorkelling can be arranged upon request. Simply furnished, fan-cooled villa comes with a private entrance, a wardrobe, mosquito net and freshly-laundered bedding. Villa includes an attached bathroom with shower facility, bidet pipe, hairdryer and free toiletries. At Anara villa, guests may rent a car to explore the area and visit nearby attractions. Laundry and ironing services are provided, while airport transfers can be arranged at a surcharge. Free parking space is available on site. This non-smoking property is about 8 km from Galle Lighthouse and 8.3 km from the well-known Galle Fort. Dutch Church Galle and Galle International Cricket Stadium are within 8.7 km away. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around $8.

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