Title: Water Gate Resort & Spa Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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) # Water Gate Resort & Spa Hotel with free valet parking, steps from Unawatuna Beach ## Photo gallery for Water Gate Resort & Spa ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23170000/23164700/23164683/6257c7da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Superior Double Room, Jetted Tub | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23170000/23164700/23164683/f40664ea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23170000/23164700/23164683/117a0c19.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23170000/23164700/23164683/24a6ae53.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23170000/23164700/23164683/2b21d9ba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Water Gate Resort & Spa offers a peaceful escape with ocean views and garden surroundings. Guests can enjoy the outdoor pool, poolside bar, and in-room WiFi. The property also provides barbecue facilities and luggage storage service. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - 24/7 front desk - Bar - Breakfast available - Room service - Pool - Housekeeping ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec 3 - Dec 4](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-03&endDate=2025-12-04&selected=23164683&PinnedHotelID=23164683&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-03&endDate=2025-12-04&selected=23164683&PinnedHotelID=23164683&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec 4 - Dec 5](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-04&endDate=2025-12-05&selected=23164683&PinnedHotelID=23164683&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-04&endDate=2025-12-05&selected=23164683&PinnedHotelID=23164683&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec 5 - Dec 7](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=23164683&PinnedHotelID=23164683&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=23164683&PinnedHotelID=23164683&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec 12 - Dec 14](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=23164683&PinnedHotelID=23164683&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=23164683&PinnedHotelID=23164683&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 5 of 5 rooms ### View all photos for Family Suite, Jetted Tub, Sea View ![Family Suite, Jetted Tub, Sea View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23170000/23164700/23164683/b1d3c61b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Suite, Jetted Tub, Sea View ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Flat-screen TV 2 bedrooms Ceiling fan Bidet - 398 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 4 - 2 King Beds ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Sea View, Sea Facing ![Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23170000/23164700/23164683/82df3c01.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room, Sea View, Sea Facing ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Ceiling fan Shower/bath combination Bidet - 258 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Sea View, Oceanfront ![Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23170000/23164700/23164683/82df3c01.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room, Sea View, Oceanfront ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Ceiling fan Shower/bath combination Bidet - 280 sq ft - Ocean view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Superior Double Room, Jetted Tub ![Superior Double Room, Jetted Tub | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23170000/23164700/23164683/f40664ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room, Jetted Tub ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Ceiling fan Bidet Jetted bath - 431 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Superior Double Room, Terrace ![Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23170000/23164700/23164683/82df3c01.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room, Terrace ### Highlights Terrace Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Ceiling fan Shower/bath combination Bidet - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 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-Water-Gate-Resort-Spa.h23164683.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FUnawatuna-Hotels-Water-Gate-Resort-Spa.h23164683.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%7C6.00932%2C80.24015&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=UXD8Udm1T8IXoUC_Olq2sUIUXkg=) Yaddehimulla Road, Galle District, Unawatuna, Southern Province, 80600 #### What's nearby - Japanese Peace Pagoda \- 13 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Unawatuna Beach \- 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Jungle Beach \- 18 min walk \- 1.0 mile - Galle Fort \- 12 min drive \- 4.4 miles - Galle Lighthouse \- 14 min drive \- 4.9 miles #### Getting around - Midigama Railway Station - 36 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Unawatuna Beach Club - ‬10 min walk - ‪Moments - ‬4 min walk - ‪Kingfisher - ‬9 min walk - ‪Thai Food Unawatuna - ‬8 min walk - ‪Skinnytom's Deli Cafe - ‬9 min walk ## About this property ### Water Gate Resort & Spa Hotel near Unawatuna Beach Consider a stay at Water Gate Resort & Spa and take advantage of a poolside bar, a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a garden and a bar. Other perks at this hotel include: - An outdoor pool - Free self-parking and valet parking - English breakfast (surcharge), airport drop-off service (surcharge) and smoke-free property - A 24-hour front desk, luggage storage and barbecues Room features All guest rooms at Water Gate Resort & Spa have perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and separate sitting areas. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with bidets and shower/bath combinations - Flat-screen TVs with premium channels - Balconies or patios, wardrobes/cupboards and separate sitting areas ## Similar properties ![15 outdoor pools](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113440000/113438000/113437949/6e497114.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Heenatigala Walawwa Unawatuna - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Laundry £116 includes taxes & fees 4 Dec - 5 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-04&endDate=2025-12-05&selected=113437949&PinnedHotelID=113437949&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Deluxe Triple Balcony side seaview | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97110000/97106400/97106330/406bc66a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tartaruga Beach Unawatuna Unawatuna - Pool - Breakfast included - Kids pool - Parking included 8.6 Excellent 8 reviews £82 includes taxes & fees 8 Dec - 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - 24-hour airport drop-off shuttle on request for a surcharge - Free self parking on site - Free valet parking on site ### Food and drink - Daily English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 8 per person - A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - A poolside bar - A restaurant ### Things to do - Outdoor pool ### Family friendly - Microwave on request - Outdoor pool - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Guidebooks - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Lift - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible lounge - Wheelchair-accessible pool - Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Bidet - Free toiletries - Private bathroom - Shower/bathtub combination - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Free bottled water - Limited room service - Microwave on request - Minibar - Paper towels ### More - Air conditioning (climate-controlled) - Ceiling fan - Desk - Iron/ironing board on request - Laptop workspace - Phone - Safe - Separate sitting area - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### 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. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for English breakfast: from approximately USD 8.00 per person - Airport shuttle fee: USD 90 per vehicle - Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 90 (up to 17 years old) 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 credit card, debit card or 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; cash is not accepted Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and window guards 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 Water Gate Resort Unawatuna Water Gate Resort Water Gate Unawatuna Water Gate Resort Spa Water Gate Resort & Spa Hotel Water Gate Resort & Spa Unawatuna Water Gate Resort & Spa Hotel Unawatuna ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Water Gate Resort & Spa have a pool? ### Is Water Gate Resort & Spa pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Water Gate Resort & Spa? ### What time is check-in at Water Gate Resort & Spa? ### What time is check-out at Water Gate Resort & Spa? ### Does Water Gate Resort & Spa provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Water Gate Resort & Spa located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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