Title: The Waves Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Waves Beachfront, with spa services ![On the beach, scuba diving](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15180000/15170200/15170158/8dc909e4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15180000/15170200/15170158/ce1e50dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15180000/15170200/15170158/92769a54.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15180000/15170200/15170158/f115c1d3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15180000/15170200/15170158/20724cc6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies 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. 7.0 Good ## Popular amenities - Spa - Gym - Room service - Bar - Breakfast available - 24/7 front desk ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov 21 - Nov 22](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-22&selected=15170158&PinnedHotelID=15170158&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-22&selected=15170158&PinnedHotelID=15170158&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov 22 - Nov 23](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-22&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=15170158&PinnedHotelID=15170158&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-22&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=15170158&PinnedHotelID=15170158&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov 21 - Nov 23](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=15170158&PinnedHotelID=15170158&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=15170158&PinnedHotelID=15170158&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov 28 - Nov 30](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=15170158&PinnedHotelID=15170158&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=15170158&PinnedHotelID=15170158&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15180000/15170200/15170158/394771a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite, Partial Ocean View ### Highlights Balcony Separate sitting area Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Fridge Flat-screen TV Clothes dryer Ceiling fan - 360 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15180000/15170200/15170158/394771a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Suite, Sea View ### Highlights Balcony Separate sitting area Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Fridge Flat-screen TV Clothes dryer Ceiling fan - 360 sq ft - Sea view - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15180000/15170200/15170158/394771a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Suite, Sea View ### Highlights Balcony Separate sitting area Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Fridge Flat-screen TV Clothes dryer Ceiling fan - 360 sq ft - Sea view - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FUnawatuna-Hotels-The-Waves.h15170158.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FUnawatuna-Hotels-The-Waves.h15170158.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C6.00893%2C80.24461&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=nfPIZjdVzTMzJMJzNuYg_sMRwtw=) Walledewala Road, Unawatuna Beach, Unawatuna #### What's nearby - Unawatuna Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles - Japanese Peace Pagoda - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile - Jungle Beach - 5 min drive - 1.2 miles - Galle Fort - 9 min drive - 4.3 miles - Mirissa Beach - 37 min drive - 21.7 miles #### Getting around - Midigama Railway Station - 34 min drive - Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) - 121 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Unawatuna Beach Club - ‬2 min walk - ‪Moments - ‬4 min walk - ‪Pink Elephant - ‬4 min walk - ‪Kingfisher - ‬1 min walk - ‪Thai Food Unawatuna - ‬1 min walk ## About this property ### The Waves Guest house near Unawatuna Beach At The Waves, you can look forward to a nightclub, a free daily manager's reception and a terrace. This guest house 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 hire and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) - Tour/ticket information, luggage storage and smoke-free property Room features All guest rooms at The Waves have comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to perks, such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas. 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Return airport shuttle (surcharge) - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Daily continental breakfast available 8 AM to 10 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 cot - 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 - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Free cot - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Dressing gowns - 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 cots are available on request at the property ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately USD 5 for adults and from 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 This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### 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? > Checkout 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 Dewata Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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