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Why House

3.5 star property
Unawatuna hotel with spa and outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Garden Bungalow Room 9 | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing
Terrace/patio
Restaurant
Lobby sitting area
Nestled in a tranquil setting, Why House offers an inviting ambiance with free cooked-to-order breakfast and an outdoor pool surrounded by sun loungers. Indulge in rejuvenating Ayurvedic treatments at the onsite spa or find solace within the garden, library, or near the barbecue grills.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free breakfast
  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Front-desk safe

Feel at home (6)

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • DVD player
  • Flat-panel TV
$207 nightly
The total price is $247
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Main House Suite Room 1

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Day bed
2 bathrooms
  • 366 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Main House Double Room 3 | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Main House Double Room 3

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Day bed
Bathrobes
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Main House Suite Room 2

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Day bed
2 bathrooms
  • 366 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Garden House Room 4 | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Garden House Room 4

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Garden House Room 5 | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Garden House Room 5

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
  • 549 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Garden House Room 6 | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Garden House Room 6

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
2 bathrooms
Bathrobes
  • 334 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Pool View Room 7

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Pool View Room 7

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • 196 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Paddy View Room 8

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Paddy View Room 8

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • 196 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Garden Bungalow Room 9

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Garden Bungalow Room 9

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Garden Bungalow Room 10

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Garden Bungalow Room 10

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Exterior

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  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Spa
  • Free parking
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 9 reviews
$220 nightly
The price is $220
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Total with taxes and fees
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About the neighborhood

Map
Mihiripenna Road, Unawatuna, SP, 80000

What's nearby

  • Dalawella Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Mihiripenna Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Unawatuna Beach - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Yatagala Raja Maha Viharaya - 7 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Jungle Beach - 9 min drive - 6.6 km

Getting around

  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 123 min drive
  • Midigama Railway Station - 25 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Daffodil - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kabala Sunset Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tartaruga restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Angel Beach Club - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Hideout Unawatuna - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Why House

When visiting Unawatuna, Why House is a great choice to consider. Guests can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages or Ayurvedic treatments. An outdoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a terrace are other features.

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 10 rooms
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
DONE

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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Pets

    • Pets stay free (dogs and cats only, 1 total)
    • Restrictions apply*
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle*
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 7 AM–11 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Yoga classes
  • Beach nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Mosquito nets
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage

Freshen up

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Mobile key entry

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include deep-tissue massages and massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including Ayurvedic.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Why House Hotel Unawatuna
Why House Unawatuna
Why House Hotel
Why House Unawatuna
Why House Hotel Unawatuna

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Why House?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Why House?

Yes, cats and dogs stay free, with a limit of 1 total. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Why House?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Why House?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Why House?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Why House and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like hiking and snorkeling. Additional recreation onsite includes yoga. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Why House also has spa services and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Why House?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Why House like?

Why House is a short 13-minute walk from Dalawella Beach and 14 minutes' walk from Mihiripenna Beach.

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Why House Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Just a very special place.
Deborah, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful stay

We loved our time at Why house. The food was so incredible. The room was perfect and the swimming pool divine that are free to talk to take it down to the beach and you can use the house tuktuk to take you to Galle for $15. We stayed in room eight part of you and Honestly it couldnt have been better. Henrietta and her team of staff are so warm and welcoming. (Oh and get a very reasonably priced delicious massage!!)
Emma, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Why House is a wonderful place to stay in Sri Lanka. It's a beautiful oasis of calm - with a very warm welcome from Henrietta and all the staff and a beautiful setting. Our room was fantastic, perfect for our family with its upstairs area for the kids and beautiful mast bedroom and bathroom. The pool is a fantastic place to relax and swim - and when they switch on the lights at night it's truly magical. We had great food and they staff couldn't have been friendlier or more helpful in helping us with trips to Galle or our airport transfers (even packing us a breakfast for our early departure). Thank you to everyone for a wonderful end of holiday. We hope to see you again soon.
Thomas, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jürgen, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Tania, 15-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous!

We loved our 3 nights at Why House. The friendliness of the staff and the delicious food were real highlights. The grounds are beautiful and it is located really well for Galle and the beach. Henrietta was a marvellous host and we really enjoyed her company and the cookery demonstration that she organised. A fabulous place very much recommended.
Penelope, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely LOVED staying here. It’s such a beautiful house, rooms are gorgeous, gardens and pool are just lovely and the staff are delightful. Literally nothing not to love here.
Deborah, 2-night trip