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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.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Unawatuna, this property has an excellent location score of 9.5

Free private parking available on-site


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom :
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
6.7
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Alishah
    Germany Germany
    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.
  • Alenka
    Slovenia Slovenia
    Good location, very friendly and helpful, mosquito nets ovet the beds, good breakfast and very spatious.
  • Akira
    Germany Germany
    Very kind host and fantastic breakfast. The room is super clean and very comfortable. Also the wildlife right next to the property is amazing. You can see monkeys and other different kind of animals.

Property surroundings

Facilities of Unawatuna Backpacker Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • River view
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Water sport facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Snorkelling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
    Additional charge
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Windsurfing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Concierge service
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Currency exchange
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
  • Dry cleaning
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Air conditioning
  • Mosquito net
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Car hire
  • Packed lunches
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
Wellness
  • Massage chair
  • Full body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Couples massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa/wellness packages
  • Spa lounge/relaxation area
  • Spa facilities
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa and wellness centre
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • English

Property practices

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House rules

Unawatuna Backpacker Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 12:00

Check-out

From 11:00 to 12:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 1 year are welcome.

Children 11 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 1 and older are allowed)

Pets

Free! Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

Cash only

This property only accepts cash payments.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Unawatuna Backpacker Lodge 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.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about Unawatuna Backpacker Lodge

  • Room options at Unawatuna Backpacker Lodge include:

    • Apartment
    • Double

  • Check-in at Unawatuna Backpacker Lodge is from 12:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • Unawatuna Backpacker Lodge is 550 yards from the centre of Unawatuna. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Unawatuna Backpacker Lodge offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

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

  • The prices at Unawatuna Backpacker Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.