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The Waves

3.0 star property
3-star beachfront guest house with restaurant

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Boating
1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk
On the beach, scuba diving
Daily continental breakfast for a fee
On the beach, scuba diving

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Walledewala Road, Unawatuna Beach, Unawatuna
  • Place, Unawatuna Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Japanese Peace Pagoda
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Jungle Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Flat-screen TV

Suite, Partial Ocean View

  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Flat-screen TV

Standard Suite, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Flat-screen TV

Deluxe Suite, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Unawatuna

On the beach.Stay at this Unawatuna guesthouse and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Unawatuna Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Japanese Peace Pagoda. Jungle Beach and Dalawella Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Unawatuna Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Japanese Peace Pagoda - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Jungle Beach - 5 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Galle Fort - 9 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Galle Lighthouse - 11 min drive - 4.8 miles

Getting around

  • Midigama Railway Station - 33 min drive
  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 121 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Skinnytom's Deli Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Unawatuna Beach Club - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Moments - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Toddy By Hoppa - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kingfisher - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Waves

3-star beachfront guest house with restaurant
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A nightclub, a fitness center, and spa services are also featured at the business-friendly The Waves. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Unawatuna guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 3 guestrooms or units
  • Nightclub
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Waves offers 3 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas and include desks. Beds feature premium bedding. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

This Unawatuna guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 5 for adults and USD 2 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Nightclub
  • Scuba diving

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Dryer
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 11:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at The Waves

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 5 for adults and USD 2 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 80 per room (one way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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 and cash
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    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, 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Waves House Unawatuna
Waves Unawatuna
Waves Guesthouse Unawatuna
The Waves Unawatuna
The Waves Guesthouse
The Waves Guesthouse Unawatuna

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Waves to the airport?

The Waves is 93.8 mi (121-min drive) away from the Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Waves?

As of May 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Waves on Jun 22, 2026 start from $161, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Waves have an airport shuttle?

The Waves offers an airport shuttle, for a charge of USD 80 per room, one way.

How close is The Waves to the beach?

This guesthouse is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Waves offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Waves, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 5 for adults and USD 2 for children. It's available every day from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at The Waves?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at The Waves?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 11:30 AM.

Is there free parking at The Waves?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does The Waves have a pool?

The Waves does not have a pool.

Does The Waves have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Waves have a spa?

This guesthouse doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is The Waves to downtown Unawatuna?

The Waves is 0.7 mi away from Unawatuna.

The Waves Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

BEAUTIFUL Haven with Ocean View

Service: 5/5 - Fantastic. Right from the start Prasanna was hugely welcoming and couldn’t do enough to help. He didn’t try to sell any additional services or tours etc. but was available anytime we needed assistance - even arranging Tuk Tuk journeys when we were elsewhere to come and pick us up and not be scammed by some others that were waiting to take advantage. Value: 5/5 - Excellent value for money. The hotel is small and has great modern decor. Breakfast which is served downstairs was beautiful, with a great selection of fruit, toast and tea/coffee made to order. Cleanliness: 5/5 - Spotless. Amenities: 5/5 - The location is great, being right on the beach with an ocean view and there are a range of places to eat around you. If you are just arriving, ask to be taken to or look for the Hot Rock Restaurant and the hotel is opposite - above the Burger and Ice Cream shop. The Wifi worked well. Thank you for an excellent stay Prasanna, I can highly recommend this place!

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Habitación con gran vista

Nos asignaron la habitación del 3er Piso que es la que tiene la mejor vista. La playa esta a unos 25 metros. El cuarto es amplio aunque la limpieza NO es su mejor característica. Tiene olor a humedad aunque tiene Aire Acondicionado. El desayuno aunque básico es bastante bueno.