Why House

Property class: 3.5

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At Why House, you can look forward to free cooked-to-order breakfast, an airport shuttle and a terrace. Treat yourself to a massage or Ayurvedic treatments at the on-site spa. In addition to a garden and a library, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room options

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Showing 10 of 10 rooms

Main House Suite Room 1

  • Garden view
  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Main House Double Room 3

  • Garden view
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Main House Suite Room 2

  • Garden view
  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Garden House Room 4

  • Garden view
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Garden House Room 5

  • Garden view
  • 549 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Garden House Room 6

  • Garden view
  • 334 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Pool View Room 7

  • Garden view
  • 196 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Paddy View Room 8

  • Garden view
  • 196 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Garden Bungalow Room 9

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Garden Bungalow Room 10

  • Garden view
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Located in Unawatuna, Why House is near the beach. Martin Wickramsinghe Folk Museum and Stilt Fisherman are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Japanese Peace Pagoda and Galle International Cricket Stadium. Sea Turtle Conservation Project - Koggala and National Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. Snorkelling offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Unawatuna travel guide
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Mihiripenna Road, Unawatuna, SP, 80000

What's nearby

  • A sunset over the ocean with palm trees and a rocky outcrop.
    Dalawella Beach
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • A beach with clear turquoise water, a sandy shore, and several boats anchored near the water's edge.
    Unawatuna Beach
    4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • A beach with palm trees, flags, and a view of the sea.
    Jungle Beach
    9 min drive - 7.3 km
  • A coastal town with a prominent white church, a lighthouse, and a rocky shoreline.
    Galle Fort
    10 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Mihiripenna Beach
    16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Midigama Railway Station
    25 min drive
  • Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.)
    123 min drive

Restaurants

  • Una Tuna
    5 min drive
  • Unawatuna Beach Club
    7 min drive
  • Toddy By Hoppa
    7 min drive
  • Skinnytom's Deli Cafe
    7 min drive
  • Angel Beach Club
    3 min drive

About this property

Why House

  • Hotel near Unawatuna Beach
  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast, an airport shuttle and a terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at Why House. Indulge in a massage and Ayurvedic treatments at the on-site spa. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a library.
  • Other perks include:
    • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
    • Free self-parking
    • Bike hire, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and barbecues
    • Luggage storage, a front desk safe and smoke-free property
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Why House feature thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Rainfall showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
    • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels and DVD players
    • Ceiling fans, daily housekeeping and desks

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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
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7 AM to 11 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Mobile key entry
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
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 9 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

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay for free
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Frequently asked questions

Does Why House have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Why House pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Why House?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Why House?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Why House?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Why House provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Why House located?

Situated near the beach, this spa hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Dalawella Beach and Mihiripenna Beach. Yatagala Raja Maha Viharaya and Unawatuna Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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