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Why House

Property class: 3.5
Hotel with spa, near Unawatuna Beach

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Why House puts you within a 15-minute drive of Unawatuna Beach and Galle Fort. 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.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free breakfast
  • Spa
  • Airport transfer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking

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

Room options

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Showing 10 of 10 rooms

View all photos for Main House Suite Room 1

A four-poster canopy bed with a white bedspread featuring palm tree patterns, a wooden nightstand with a vase, and a chair with a cushion.

Main House Suite Room 1

  • Garden view
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Main House Double Room 3

A four-poster canopy bed with a floral bedspread, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Main House Double Room 3

  • Garden view
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Main House Suite Room 2

A bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, and a fan. There is a ladder leaning against the wall and a potted plant on the counter.

Main House Suite Room 2

  • Garden view
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Garden House Room 4

A bedroom with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Garden House Room 4

  • Garden view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Garden House Room 5

A bedroom with a bed covered in a mosquito net, a sofa with patterned cushions, a wooden table, and a chair.

Garden House Room 5

  • Garden view
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Garden House Room 6

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a desk with a lamp, and a chair.

Garden House Room 6

  • Garden view
  • 31 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Pool View Room 7

A building with a tiled roof, a doorway leading inside, and potted plants on the ground.

Pool View Room 7

  • Garden view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Paddy View Room 8

A building with a tiled roof, a doorway leading inside, and potted plants on the ground.

Paddy View Room 8

  • Garden view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Garden Bungalow Room 9

A two-story house with a tiled roof, a covered porch with chairs, and a pathway leading to the entrance.

Garden Bungalow Room 9

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Garden Bungalow Room 10

A two-story house with a tiled roof, a covered porch with chairs, and a pathway leading to the entrance.

Garden Bungalow Room 10

  • Garden view
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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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 - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Jungle Beach - 9 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Galle Fort - 10 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Galle Lighthouse - 12 min drive - 10.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Una Tuna - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Hideout Unawatuna - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Daffodil - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Shanti Shanti - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Black&White - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Why House

  • Why House puts you within a 15-minute drive of Unawatuna Beach and Galle Fort. 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

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Hotel size

    • 10 rooms
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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
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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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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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