Lara's place
Ganahena road, Unawatuna hill, unawatuna
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10 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
10 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
Why people book this hotel
“View spectacular, the breakfast included was the BEST we had while in Sri Lanka”
“Breakfast was different every day and very good”
“Beautiful and comfortable rooms and a stunning view, especially from the restaur…”
“The rooms were BEAUTIFUL, so tranquil and relaxing”
“The owner was very nice and helpful”
“The host and his family were incredibly warm and welcoming”
“The location is up the hill which makes it more quite, but it’s better to rent a…”
“Breakfast was very good and they arranged a Tuk-Tuk ride and also gave me the co…”
“for me this is the perfect size of hotel (5 rooms or so) the rooms are comfortab…”
“Comfortable bed, clean, great view, great hosts, best breakfast yet in Sri Lanka”
“We could rent the scooter directly there for a fair price”
Overview
Featuring free WiFi, this Unawatuna guest house offers rooms with panoramic views of the Indian Ocean. Rooms at Lara's Place will provide guests with a balcony and a seating area. Private bathrooms also come with a shower. At Lara's place you will find an airport shuttle, a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Other facilities offered include a tour desk and a laundry. The historic town of Galle is a 15 minutes' drive from the Lara's Place. Unawatuna beach is 1 km away.
Traveller reviews
Bethan
couple
May 13, 2026
Wow! View spectacular, the breakfast included was the BEST we had while in Sri Lanka!!
Selina
couple
April 19, 2026
“Beautiful Stay”
Beautiful and comfortable rooms and a stunning view, especially from the restaurant. Breakfast was different every day and very good. The owner was very nice and helpful. The location is up the hill which makes it more quite, but it’s better to rent a scooter to get around. We could rent the scooter directly there for a fair price. Overall great stay
Anna
extended_group
April 13, 2026
Breakfast was unreal. Something different everyday and everyday was delicious. The rooms were BEAUTIFUL, so tranquil and relaxing. Would definately stay again.
Kathrin
solo_traveller
March 28, 2026
Very nice hotel with a beautiful view at the ocean. I also liked the bathroom-window where you can see the trees while taking a shower. Breakfast was very good and they arranged a Tuk-Tuk ride and also gave me the contact for an airport pick-up.
Lisa
extended_group
March 21, 2026
“Beautiful stay at Lara’s place!”
We had a beautiful stay at Lara’s place! The host and his family were incredibly warm and welcoming. The accommodation is set in a stunning location overlooking the sea. We had the best night’s sleep we’ve had since arriving in Sri Lanka, and the breakfast was absolutely incredible. Highly recommend!
Agnes
couple
March 18, 2026
“The best! Would come back to Una just for this! 🌞”
We loved this beautiful stay with Lara! The staff - superfriendly, helpful and talkative! Helped us avoid some tourist traps and they were all very warm, Happy and kind. The view - stunning. The breakfast - the ”dot above the letter I” as we say in sweden, absolutely wonderful, delicious, local and with variation from day to day. The location - great, a nice walk up the hill along temples, Locals and nice greenery. Honestly - the best thing about Unawatuna and we would come back just for this hotel!
William
couple
March 17, 2026
“Fantastic, couldn’t recommend it any more,”
Amazing hosts, in a fantastic location. Help you with any troubles & recommendations needed, from days out, to restaurants or even sorting a bike rental. The breakfast was amazing different Sri Lankan style everyday, Lara talked us through each dish & what it was & the correct way to eat. We loved our stay.
MAX
couple
March 11, 2026
“Great location, amazing views, excellent breakfast friendly staff”
Wonderful location, high up with stunning views especially from the breakfast area. Good sized room with a wet room shower and mosquito netting. Mini fridge and kettle. Large outdoor seating area.
Mojca
couple
March 8, 2026
Good breakfast with a beautiful view.
ALEJANDRO
couple
March 7, 2026
The hotel itself is really beautiful. The dining area on the rooftop offers incredible views, and the staff are absolutely lovely. They even allowed us to take a shower after we had already checked out, before catching our transfer to the airport, which we really appreciated. The food was also quite good and varied, and the bed was very comfortable. Overall, everything was excellent.
Monika
solo_traveller
March 5, 2026
All was perfect
Stefanie
solo_traveller
February 18, 2026
“authentic beautiful and very friendly”
Its a beautiful, authentic, and quite place to stay. for me this is the perfect size of hotel (5 rooms or so) the rooms are comfortable, clean and bright. the view from the breakfast-terrace is wide open and also the breakfast is very Sri Lankan adapted for us europeans.
Julie
couple
February 17, 2026
“Breathtaking views over Galle. Hosts were lovely and helpful and provided the best breakfast. Highly recommend”
Stunning views. The room was comfortable with a balcony with views over Galle. The breakfast was the best we’ve had in Sri Lanka. Shower had hot water and they even provided incense to burn on the balcony to keep away the mozzies.
Iryna
couple
February 9, 2026
We stayed in the penthouse with an incredible view – absolutely breathtaking. We truly enjoyed our time there. The host was very kind and helpful, and everything was relaxed and uncomplicated.
peter
couple
January 26, 2026
“Really good value, lots to do roundabout, nice beach, 20min bus to Galle”
Comfortable bed, clean, great view, great hosts, best breakfast yet in Sri Lanka
Vatsal
extended_group
January 25, 2026
“A wholesome stay”
Me and my family had a great stay here. If anyone wants to wind down - this is the perfect place to be in the middle of nature and you can see the ocean from your balcony and just relax. The staff were friendly and catered to any special requests. The breakfast was awesome and there was a great variety on both mornings.
Larissa
couple
January 22, 2026
“Amazing and chill place”
Amazing view, quiet place and an amazingly delicious breakfast
Sarah
solo_traveller
January 19, 2026
“Amazing”
What a beautiful property. The decor was beautiful and no stone was left unturned. Such a beautiful place to watch the sunset and wake up in the morning.
JJ17
couple
January 18, 2026
Best breakfast we have had, lovely spotlessly clean rooms.
Hannah
couple
January 17, 2026
“Lovely”
Fab balcony views from our room as well as from breakfast over Unawatuna Beach. Staff super friendly with a huge breakfast each morning.
Facilities
Activities
Fishing, Windsurfing, Diving, Walking tours, Bike tours
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
Food & Drink
Breakfast options, Breakfast in the room
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
General
Family rooms, Safety deposit box, Non-smoking rooms, Designated smoking area, WiFi available in all areas
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
Garden, Terrace, Sun terrace, Outdoor furniture
Parking
Parking on site, Private parking, Accessible parking, Parking, Free parking
Physical distancing
Physical distancing rules followed
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
24-hour security, Key access
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available
Services
Shuttle service, Ironing service, Express check-in/check-out, Currency exchange, Room service, 24-hour front desk, Airport shuttle, Babysitting/child services, Laundry, Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (additional charge), Airport shuttle (additional charge), Lockers, Daily housekeeping, Luggage storage, Car hire, Tour desk
Transport
Airport pick up, Airport drop off
Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
The double room provides air conditioning, a washing machine, a balcony with sea views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 1 bed.
Standard Double Room
This double room has a balcony and a seating area.
Penthouse Suite
This penthouse boasts great views of Unawatuna.
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