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Unawatuna Backpacker Lodge

Lodge

No: 65, Yaddehimulla Road

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Why people book this hotel

Comfortable rooms
14 mentions

Nice hotel at the end of a quiet side road

Great location as it is in walking distance to beach, relaxing surroundings, and…

Great location
13 mentions

There is a short walking distance to the shops, restaurants and beach

Not far from restaurants, shops and the beach but in a calm area without any noi…

Friendly staff
9 mentions

Spacious and clean room, lovely host 😊

Value for money and the host was very helpful

Breakfast available
9 mentions

Large bed, nice vibe with terrace breakfast, sometimes can see animals

The owner is great, taking care of our needs and the breakfast is delicious it c…

Clean rooms
6 mentions

Room was spacious, clean and had a very nice shower

Really nice and clean place

Good value
2 mentions

The nearest restaurant foods also great and worthy

Overview

Located 400 metres from Unawatuna Beach, Unawatuna Backpacker Lodge provides accommodation with a garden, a shared lounge and a shared kitchen for your convenience. The lodge features both WiFi and private parking free of charge. All units come with a terrace with mountain views, a kitchen with a fridge and a microwave, and a private bathroom with shower. A patio with river views is offered in all units. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at Unawatuna Backpacker Lodge, while cycling can be enjoyed nearby. Rumassala South Beach is 2.5 km from the accommodation, while Jungle Beach is 2.7 km away. The nearest airport is Koggala, 8 km from Unawatuna Backpacker Lodge, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Traveller reviews

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Joanna

extended_group

February 13, 2026

9

Lovely jungle stay

Very nice place to stay in Unawatuna. Room was spacious, clean and had a very nice shower. There also is a little kitchen area with a Fridge that people could use. It is located among trees so you can see monkeys and cute birds and squirrels up close. There is a short walking distance to the shops, restaurants and beach.

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Marie

solo_traveller

January 13, 2026

10

Everything was perfect, highly recommend this place, I would definitely come again!

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Tobias

solo_traveller

January 10, 2026

10

Good place to stay in Unawatuna

Really nice and clean place. Not far from restaurants, shops and the beach but in a calm area without any noise at night. Shower with strong water flow. Laundry is possible for 800 LKR per kilo. I stayed there for 6 nights and it was one of my best accommodations in Sri Lanka.

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Salomé

solo_traveller

October 10, 2025

10

Very simple but charming. Calm and relaxing, although in the heart of Unawatuna, 5 min. walk from the beach, restaurants and shops.

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Benjamin

couple

September 4, 2025

9

Nice hotel at the end of a quiet side road. Many animals to see: monkeys, lizards, birds. Owner is a chill & uncomplicated dude.

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Julia

couple

August 28, 2025

9

Great location just five minutes from the beach and main restaurant area. Spacious and clean room, lovely host 😊

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Cintia

solo_traveller

July 21, 2025

10

Value for money

Great location as it is in walking distance to beach, relaxing surroundings, and spacious room. Value for money and the host was very helpful.

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Elena

solo_traveller

July 18, 2025

7

Overated

Large bed, nice vibe with terrace breakfast, sometimes can see animals. Walkable distance to the beach. Breakfast was diverse but small and not to everybody’s taste.

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Louis

couple

November 1, 2024

10

Amazing place to stay

The location was really nice, it was surrounded by jungle/trees so there was a lot of wildlife around. The owner is great, taking care of our needs and the breakfast is delicious it changed each day which we liked. The room was spacious and the outside area is a nice place to relax.

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Jessica

couple

October 23, 2024

9

Lovely stay in perfect location!

We were there for 3 nights and had a wonderful stay! Host was very friendly and made a very nice breakfast with different fresh juice every morning. Room is spacious and clean with good shower and aircon as well. Lovely view of the forest and perfect location near shops and beach!

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Jose Luis

couple

October 6, 2024

10

Great place to stay in Unawatuna

The room is quite big, very well located while quiet at the same time, just next to the forest so you can spot some monkeys if lucky... five min walking to the beach and plenty of restaurants around. Thilak is a great host that is willing to help at all times. Definitely recommended.

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Maheesha Ruberu

family_with_children

September 16, 2024

10

This place is very near to all attractions in galle. Efficient and friendly service. Nice breakfast which we enjoyed a lot and very friendly host.The room is charm, providing a unique and memorable stay for us. Very peaceful environment. The nearest restaurant foods also great and worthy. Thanks

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Fiona

solo_traveller

August 25, 2024

9

Clean and spacious. Good aircon. Breakfast was delicious!

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Thelma

solo_traveller

July 30, 2024

9

Great host and excellent location

The breakfast was great. I had western and Sri Lankan breakfast. The fresh juice was a nice change. The family has a tuk tuk so they can take you to galle. The wife is an excellent cook and gave me an excellent evening meal

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nelet55

couple

July 20, 2024

10

The room is big,There is a queen sized canopy bed,terrace with 2 armchairs from where you can see the forest and listen to birds chirping.The breakfast is wonderful and they change it every day.

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Stefanie

solo_traveller

July 17, 2024

10

Jungle stop nearby the beach

The backpackers lodge is just nearby the jungle. Get up early in the morning to see the monkeys swing by or the water monitor take his daily walk. Moreover, you get to enjoy a breakfast at your stay and the room is very spacious.

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Lewis

couple

July 7, 2024

9

Backpackers lodge for the win!!

We loved our stay. The owners were very friendly and attentive. We extended our stay and they agreed a slight discount. They also washed our clothes for free as we were long-term guests. The guesthouse is positioned right next to jungle so has fantastic views of the wildlife - monkeys, lizards, birds and more.

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Jannik

couple

June 28, 2024

10

We enjoyed our stay here alot. Even tho it was really spontaneous, the friendly guy was super helping and carring. The house is directly in the center but in one of the side roads so its not to loud in the night. To the beach its less then 5 min by walk.

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martina

solo_traveller

May 20, 2024

9

Very well situated little homestay, in a quiet road, in only short walking distance to the beach and close to restaurants and shops. Kind hosts! Basic room (some little details would make it more cozy), but spacious and clean. Shower with warm water.

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Alishah

solo_traveller

May 2, 2024

10

Very relaxing room, close to everything but still away from the shops and restaurants noise. I highly recommend! The host was also very caring and made very nice breakfast.

Facilities

Activities

Fishing, Spa and wellness centre, Massage, Windsurfing, Canoeing, Hiking, Cycling, Diving, Snorkelling, Water sport facilities on site, Spa facilities, Spa lounge/relaxation area, Spa/wellness packages, Back massage, Neck massage, Foot massage, Couples massage, Head massage, Hand massage, Full body massage, Massage chair, Beach, Walking tours, Bike tours, Happy hour, Tour or class about local culture, Cooking class

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, Wine/champagne, Breakfast in the room

Food & drink safety

Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized

General

Bicycle parking, WiFi available in all areas, Family rooms, Air conditioning, Non-smoking rooms, Pets allowed

Internet

Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi

Kitchen

Shared kitchen

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Picnic area, Sun terrace, Garden, Terrace, BBQ facilities

Parking

Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking, Street parking, Accessible parking

Physical distancing

Physical distancing rules followed

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

Shared lounge/TV area, Daily housekeeping, Shuttle service, Ironing service, Concierge service, Shuttle service (additional charge), Airport shuttle (additional charge), Currency exchange, ATM/cash machine on site, Packed lunches, Car hire, 24-hour front desk, Airport shuttle, Laundry, Dry cleaning

Transport

Airport pick up, Airport drop off

Deluxe Apartment

Boasting a private entrance, this air-conditioned apartment includes 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a bidet. The well-fitted kitchen has a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. Featuring a terrace with garden views, this apartment also offers a washing machine and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 3 beds.

Max 5 guests 56 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Deluxe Double Room with Balcony

The fully equipped kitchen features a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a washing machine, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 37 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Deluxe Double Room with Balcony

In the kitchen, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The spacious double room offers a washing machine, a private entrance, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 28 1 bedroom 1 bathroom

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 12:00 to 23:59
Check-outFrom 11:00 until 12:00
Cancellation & prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check your booking details before finalizing.
Accepted credit cardsThe hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine printPlease inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Last updated: Apr 11, 2024, 12:07 PM

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