Unawatuna Backpacker Lodge

–Excellent location – show map
+49 photos
Scored 9
Rated wonderful

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Unawatuna Backpacker Lodge in Unawatuna offers family rooms with private bathrooms, balconies, and garden views. Each room includes air-conditioning, a work desk, and free WiFi. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy spa facilities, a terrace, and a restaurant serving Asian breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Additional amenities include a bar, minimarket, and outdoor seating area. Prime Location: Located a 5-minute walk from Unawatuna Beach and 5 mi from Koggala Airport, the lodge is near attractions such as Galle Fort and Dutch Church Galle. Scuba diving and cycling are available in the surroundings. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its convenient location, excellent breakfast, and beach access, the lodge ensures a pleasant stay for all visitors.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Terrace
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Unawatuna, this property has an excellent location score of 9.6!

Breakfast Info

Asian

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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Guest reviews

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See what guests loved the most:

Mado
Egypt Egypt
“Delicious breakfast, cheerful and kind hosts, perfect location and great value for money. Will absolutely stay again ❤️”
Joanna
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very nice place to stay in Unawatuna. Room was spacious, clean and had a very nice shower. There also is a little kitchen area with a Fridge that people could use. It is located among trees so you can see monkeys and cute birds and squirrels up...”
Marie
Austria Austria
“Everything was perfect, highly recommend this place, I would definitely come again!”
Tobias
Germany Germany
“Really nice and clean place. Not far from restaurants, shops and the beach but in a calm area without any noise at night. Shower with strong water flow. Laundry is possible for 800 LKR per kilo. I stayed there for 6 nights and it was one of my...”
Benjamin
Austria Austria
“Nice hotel at the end of a quiet side road. Many animals to see: monkeys, lizards, birds. Owner is a chill & uncomplicated dude.”
Julia
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great location just five minutes from the beach and main restaurant area. Spacious and clean room, lovely host 😊”
Cintia
Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
“Great location as it is in walking distance to beach, relaxing surroundings, and spacious room. Value for money and the host was very helpful.”
Louis
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The location was really nice, it was surrounded by jungle/trees so there was a lot of wildlife around. The owner is great, taking care of our needs and the breakfast is delicious it changed each day which we liked. The room was spacious and the...”
Jessica
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We were there for 3 nights and had a wonderful stay! Host was very friendly and made a very nice breakfast with different fresh juice every morning. Room is spacious and clean with good shower and aircon as well. Lovely view of the forest and...”
Jose
Spain Spain
“The room is quite big, very well located while quiet at the same time, just next to the forest so you can spot some monkeys if lucky... five min walking to the beach and plenty of restaurants around. Thilak is a great host that is willing to help...”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Backpacker Cafe
  • Cuisine
    Pizza • Seafood • Russian • Local • Asian • International
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
  • Dietary options
    Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Dairy-free

Amenities of Unawatuna Backpacker Lodge

Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Terrace
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

House rules

Unawatuna Backpacker Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 12:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 1 are welcome.

Children 11 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Unawatuna Backpacker Lodge of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about Unawatuna Backpacker Lodge