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The Waves

3.0 star property
Beachfront, with spa services

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On the beach, scuba diving
1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk
Flat-screen TV
Interior entrance
1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk
The Waves, near Unawatuna Beach, offers a lively vibe with its beachfront location and scuba diving opportunities. Enjoy the daily manager's reception on the sun-kissed terrace or get pampered with spa services at this guesthouse. The on-site restaurant serves up breakfast to dinner while you stay connected with in-room WiFi or grab a drink at the bar.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Gym
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
On the beach, scuba diving

On the beach

This guesthouse is located on the beach. Notable activities close by include snorkeling and windsurfing.

On the beach, scuba diving
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Room options

View all photos for Suite, Partial Ocean View

Flat-screen TV

Suite, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Clothes dryer
Separate bedroom
  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, Sea View

Flat-screen TV

Deluxe Suite, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Clothes dryer
Separate bedroom
  • 360 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, Sea View

Flat-screen TV

Standard Suite, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Clothes dryer
Separate bedroom
  • 360 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Unawatuna, The Waves is on the beach. National Maritime Museum and Galle National Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Galle Harbour and Spa Ceylon Boutique & Urban Spa. With snorkeling, windsurfing, and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Walledewala Road, Unawatuna Beach, Unawatuna

What's nearby

  • Unawatuna Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Japanese Peace Pagoda - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Jungle Beach - 5 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Galle Fort - 11 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Galle Lighthouse - 11 min drive - 7.6 km

Getting around

  • Midigama Railway Station - 34 min drive
  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 121 min drive

Restaurants

  • Steam Yard
  • ‪The Hideout Unawatuna - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pink Elephant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Coral Light Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • Black&White

About this property

The Waves

Property highlights
At The Waves, you can look forward to a nightclub, a free daily manager's reception, and a terrace. This guesthouse is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and scuba diving. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Smoke-free premises, tour/ticket assistance, and ATM/banking services
Room features
All guestrooms at The Waves boast comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to perks like air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, balconies, and separate sitting areas

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

  • 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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa services

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

More

  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

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

Is The Waves pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Waves?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Waves?

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

What time is check-out at The Waves?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does The Waves provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 80 per room applies.

Where is The Waves located?

Nestled on the beach, this Unawatuna guesthouse is within 1 mi (2 km) of Unawatuna Beach and Japanese Peace Pagoda. Jungle Beach and Dalawella Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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The Waves Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 2 reviews
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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.