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Why House

3.5 star property

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Lobby sitting area
Lobby sitting area
Terrace/patio
Restaurant

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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Mihiripenna Road, Unawatuna, SP, 80000
  • Place, Dalawella Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Mihiripenna Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Unawatuna Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Main House Suite Room 1

  • Garden view
  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Main House Double Room 3 | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Main House Double Room 3

  • Garden view
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Main House Suite Room 2

  • Garden view
  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Garden House Room 4 | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Garden House Room 4

  • Garden view
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Garden House Room 5 | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Garden House Room 5

  • Garden view
  • 549 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Garden House Room 6 | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Garden House Room 6

  • Garden view
  • 334 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Pool View Room 7

  • Garden view
  • 196 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Paddy View Room 8

  • Garden view
  • 196 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Garden Bungalow Room 9

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Garden Bungalow Room 10

  • Garden view
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Unawatuna

Why House places you within a leisurely stroll of Dalawella Beach and Mihiripenna Beach. This 3.5-star hotel welcomes guests with 10 rooms and conveniences like a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Dalawella Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Mihiripenna Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Unawatuna Beach - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Jungle Beach - 9 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Mirissa Beach - 33 min drive - 19.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Daffodil - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Shanthi Beach Resort - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Kabala Sunset Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Blue Caffeine - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Angel Beach Club - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Why House

Guests staying at Why House enjoy access to a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and free WiFi in public areas. There's free parking and an airport shuttle. Front-desk staff can assist with securing valuables, concierge services, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this spa hotel include a library, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels and DVD players. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Ceiling fans, safes, and desks are also available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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.

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Property amenities

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

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Mobile key entry
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 1 total pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near Why House?

This hotel is located in Unawatuna, a short 13-minute walk from Dalawella Beach and also 14 minutes on foot from Mihiripenna Beach. You'll also find Unawatuna Beach and Jungle Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Why House?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Is there a spa available at Why House?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include deep-tissue massages and Ayurvedic treatments.

Does Why House feature a casino?

No, Why House doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Why House?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about Why House?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including in-room massages as well as an outdoor pool and a bar.

Does Why House have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Why House feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Why House serves free cooked-to-order breakfasts each morning from its restaurant.

Will Why House allow pets to stay for free?

Yes, cats and dogs can stay for free at Why House.

Are there connecting rooms at Why House?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Why House?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Why House.

Why House Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Just a very special place.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tania

Stayed 15 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma

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

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!!)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Penelope

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

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jürgen

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024