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) ![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) ![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/16000000/15180000/15170200/15170158/92769a54.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15180000/15170200/15170158/ce1e50dd.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 [Oct 6 - Oct 7](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=15170158&PinnedHotelID=15170158&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=15170158&PinnedHotelID=15170158&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 7 - Oct 8](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-07&endDate=2025-10-08&selected=15170158&PinnedHotelID=15170158&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-07&endDate=2025-10-08&selected=15170158&PinnedHotelID=15170158&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 10 - Oct 12](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=15170158&PinnedHotelID=15170158&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=15170158&PinnedHotelID=15170158&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct 17 - Oct 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=15170158&PinnedHotelID=15170158&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&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 Separate bedroom - 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 Separate bedroom - 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 Separate bedroom - 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 - 11 min drive - 4.8 miles - Galle Lighthouse - 11 min drive - 4.8 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 - ‪Kingfisher - ‬1 min walk - ‪Coral Light Restaurant - ‬1 min walk - ‪Pink Elephant - ‬4 min walk ## 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 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) - Coffee/tea in reception, smoke-free property and ATM/banking services 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. Other amenities include: - Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries - Flat-screen TVs with premium channels - Wardrobes/cupboards, balconies and separate sitting areas ## Similar properties ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74060000/74051600/74051599/100ca042.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Araliya Beach Resort & Spa Unawatuna- Where you meet the sea all year Unawatuna - Pool - Spa - Kids pool - Parking included 8.2 Very good 34 reviews £126 includes taxes & fees 13 Oct - 14 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=74051599&PinnedHotelID=74051599&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11940000/11931700/11931678/b83b9c2d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Thaproban Beach House Unawatuna - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.0 Very good 27 reviews £42 includes taxes & fees 7 Oct - 8 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-07&endDate=2025-10-08&selected=11931678&PinnedHotelID=11931678&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9040000/9031800/9031788/839c0c20.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Levels Unawatuna Unawatuna - 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11 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&selected=16091537&PinnedHotelID=16091537&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - 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. Ask a question ## The Waves Reviews 7.0 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 7.0/10 Cleanliness ### 9.0/10 Staff & service ### 8.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 16 Dec 2016 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! ##### Verified traveller ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller 22 Aug 2016 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. 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