Monara Backpacker Inn Unawatuna
Heenatigala Road Kurulla Villa 55/1.mahamestrige watta .attaragoda .road unawatuna .galle
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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
“Perfectly located on a quiet road but still close to everything”
“Room really clean!Breakfast so delicious!Everything is good”
“Really good breakfast too Thank u so much”
“Excellent accommodation, delicious breakfasts, which are varied every day, from …”
“Host, rooms, arrangements for breakfast, arrangements for different plug 🔌 type”
“There's a dog named Rex, who is very friendly and docile”
“Big and clean room”
“The room was very clean and the host was very accommodating, would definitely re…”
“Room, location, hospitality, breakfast, hot water”
“The location is super convenient because there is a train station nearby, the se…”
“We rented a scooter for a fair price”
“Affordable accommodation with extremely nice and responsive host”
Overview
Situated just 2 km from Jungle Beach, Monara Backpacker Inn Unawatuna features accommodation in Unawatuna with access to massage services, a garden, as well as a 24-hour front desk. The air-conditioned accommodation is 1.8 km from Bonavista Beach. There is a terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi, free private parking and an electric vehicle charging station. There is a private bathroom with bath in some units, along with bathrobes, slippers and a hair dryer. At the country house, some units are soundproof. Guests at the country house will be able to enjoy activities in and around Unawatuna, like hiking. Unawatuna Beach is 2.3 km from Monara Backpacker Inn Unawatuna, while Galle International Cricket Stadium is 5.3 km from the property. The nearest airport is Koggala, 10 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Traveller reviews
Andrea
couple
February 28, 2026
We really enjoyed this place !! Big and clean room! Always working.. really quiet place but not too far from the main road. The owner arranged for us the bike. Really good breakfast too Thank u so much!!
Mimi
couple
February 1, 2026
Perfectly located on a quiet road but still close to everything. The room was very clean and the host was very accommodating, would definitely recommend to stay!😊
Yunish Ratna
couple
January 31, 2026
“Frendly and superb host”
Host, rooms, arrangements for breakfast, arrangements for different plug 🔌 type. Thank you for hosting us
Tibor
couple
January 29, 2026
Room, location, hospitality, breakfast, hot water
Fangliang
solo_traveller
January 25, 2026
Room really clean!Breakfast so delicious!Everything is good!!! Thanks again!
Iuliia
couple
January 23, 2026
Excellent accommodation, delicious breakfasts, which are varied every day, from food to drinks. The location is super convenient because there is a train station nearby, the sea can be reached in 5 minutes, a supermarket is 10 or 15 minutes on foot, the hostess is very friendly. The room has excellent air conditioning, hot water, and a bathroom right inside your own room, meaning you don't need to go outside. There are a lot of plants around the house, so you can see monkeys and chipmunks at breakfast.
Clementyne
solo_traveller
January 18, 2026
“Great :)”
The owners where so lovely and welcoming The room was very clean , bed comfy and breakfast was really good Thank you for a wonderful stay :)
Catarina
couple
December 30, 2025
The best accommodation I stayed in during my three weeks in Sri Lanka. The space was well-maintained, very clean, and organized. It was the first time I saw a wardrobe in the room. There's a very well-equipped outdoor area where you can cook. There's a dog named Rex, who is very friendly and docile. It was the first time I saw a dog in Sri Lanka being well cared for. The hostess is very attentive, helpful, and gives good suggestions. We rented a scooter for a fair price. I highly recommend this accommodation. I was sorry we only stayed two nights. Thank you for everything, Tharanga.
Lucky Luke
solo_traveller
December 27, 2025
“A relaxing stay”
Pretty much everything. It's a comfortable stay all around. Tharanga is fantastic and a lovely person. The air con works like a dream. Bed is comfortable. Room is clean. Breakfast is well done. There's even a communal fridge that you can put drinks in.
Daniel
couple
October 2, 2025
Affordable accommodation with extremely nice and responsive host. The accommodation has a good location and very good breakfast
Nico
solo_traveller
March 6, 2025
“Great host and beautiful place”
Tharanga was very warm and friendly and she us genuinely interested in her guests and wants to make sure that they enjoy the stay. The breakfast was good and the place is very clean and beautiful.
Poljšak
couple
February 20, 2025
“Nice hostess and comfortable room”
The owner was super nice! She made us the most delicious breakfast! Also, there is an open kitchen that you can use and a fridge - which is a big plus. I think this accomodation can be described as the absolute best value for the money! Air conditioning works great, room was very comfortable! Includes hot shower!
Isabel
couple
November 26, 2024
“The kindest, sweetest host, comfiest bed and best stay in Sri Lanka”
Our favourite stay in Sri Lanka! From the very start we were greeted by Tharanga, who showed us to our room straight away. The rooms were clean, comfy and had everything we needed! Tharanga then brought us up some fresh lemonades, and explained to us all about the things to see and do in Unawatuna. She also sorted a scooter out for us and our laundry which was so helpful! Nothing was an issue at all whilst staying here. Tharanga was the most amazing host, drawing us a beautiful drawing that we will keep forever! The breakfast was different every morning and was so tasty! We would definitely come back and recommend to anyone to stay here!
Gabriel
couple
November 21, 2024
Great value for money, in a very nice area away from the hustle and bustle. Surrounded by jungle and monkeys. Room was very comfortable with a nice breakfast. Awesome host who helped organise a scooter for us.
Aoife
couple
November 9, 2024
Our stay at Monara was delightful. It is outside the hustle and bustle of the town but very easy to get a Tuktuk and definitely walkable. Tharanga was the perfect host. She ensured that we had everything we needed to make our stay as comfortable as possible. We availed of the laundry service while here which was an added bonus. The air conditioning was excellent and the room was spotless. We highly recommend staying at Monara Backpacker Inn.
Gerard Laurent
couple
August 13, 2024
Thakanga welcomed us perfectly. She is speaking a very good English. The accommodation is a bit far from the beach, but the advantage is that it's very quiet. If you need, you have a lot of possibilities to rent bikes or motorbikes.
Marija Jurišić
couple
May 1, 2024
Host was very nice and help us with everything. We rent a scooter for two days and really enjoy our stay here
Maria Laura
couple
April 17, 2024
“The best hosts”
This place was just perfect. Simple room, but very clean, confortable bed, AC working great, good hot shower. The location is very close to Unawatuna train station, which is very quiet and away from the crowds. But the best is the hosts: an amazing family, that did everything to make us feel like home!
Akhila
solo_traveller
March 31, 2024
Very kind and warm host.The rooms are super comfy with AC which is why I booked in first place.It is easier to get to location from train station by tuk tuk.The breakfast here is the best breakfast i have had in Sri Lanka..the pancakes are amazing n Taranga's fruit juice game is on point 😃She also helps with scooty rentals n there is rex the doggo who will make your day.Can use pick me app or scooty to go to Unawatuna, nearby beaches n galle.Highly recommend!
Kirstin
couple
March 8, 2024
“Very good and quiet alternative to loud Unawatuna”
Very nice accomodation a bit outside the hustle an bustle of Unawatuna. For us this was perfect, because we don`'t like to stay in very touristy areas.It was very quite and a nice room. The host speaks very good english and they have a three-leged nice and friendly dog. The room was very nice. Breakfast ok. Parking right in front of te room.
Facilities
Activities
Fishing, Massage, Canoeing, Hiking, Diving
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus
Food & Drink
Breakfast options
General
Air conditioning, Non-smoking rooms
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
BBQ facilities, Garden, Terrace
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Services
Airport shuttle (additional charge), Daily housekeeping, Grocery deliveries, Airport shuttle, 24-hour front desk, Luggage storage
Standard Double Room
The double room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.
Standard Double Room
The double room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.
Standard King Room
The double room offers air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 1 bed.
Standard King Room
The double room offers air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 1 bed.
Standard King Room
The double room features air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 1 bed.
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