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Situated just 2 km from Jungle Beach, Monara Backpacker Inn Unawatuna features accommodation in Unawatuna with access to massage services, a garden, as well as a 24-hour front desk. The air-conditioned accommodation is 1.8 km from Bonavista Beach. There is a terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi, free private parking and an electric vehicle charging station. There is a private bathroom with bath in some units, along with bathrobes, slippers and a hair dryer. At the country house, some units are soundproof. Guests at the country house will be able to enjoy activities in and around Unawatuna, like hiking. Unawatuna Beach is 2.3 km from Monara Backpacker Inn Unawatuna, while Galle International Cricket Stadium is 5.3 km from the property. The nearest airport is Koggala, 10 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Free private parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.6
Location
8.9
Free WiFi
7.5
High score for Unawatuna

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Isabel
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Our favourite stay in Sri Lanka! From the very start we were greeted by Tharanga, who showed us to our room straight away. The rooms were clean, comfy and had everything we needed! Tharanga then brought us up some fresh lemonades, and explained to...
  • Gabriel
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Great value for money, in a very nice area away from the hustle and bustle. Surrounded by jungle and monkeys. Room was very comfortable with a nice breakfast. Awesome host who helped organise a scooter for us.
  • Aoife
    Ireland Ireland
    Our stay at Monara was delightful. It is outside the hustle and bustle of the town but very easy to get a Tuktuk and definitely walkable. Tharanga was the perfect host. She ensured that we had everything we needed to make our stay as comfortable...
  • Marija
    Croatia Croatia
    Host was very nice and help us with everything. We rent a scooter for two days and really enjoy our stay here
  • Maria
    Brazil Brazil
    This place was just perfect. Simple room, but very clean, confortable bed, AC working great, good hot shower. The location is very close to Unawatuna train station, which is very quiet and away from the crowds. But the best is the hosts: an...
  • Akhila
    India India
    Very kind and warm host.The rooms are super comfy with AC which is why I booked in first place.It is easier to get to location from train station by tuk tuk.The breakfast here is the best breakfast i have had in Sri Lanka..the pancakes are amazing...
  • Kirstin
    Germany Germany
    Very nice accomodation a bit outside the hustle an bustle of Unawatuna. For us this was perfect, because we don`'t like to stay in very touristy areas.It was very quite and a nice room. The host speaks very good english and they have a three-leged...
  • S
    Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
    Tharanga was the most amazing host , she went out of her way to make us feel at home and welcome. The guesthouse is beautiful, clean , spacious and so peaceful. It is in a great location a short tuk tuk to all of the attractions and you can walk...
  • Karolina
    Lithuania Lithuania
    The place was very clean and cozy, and the staff was exceptionally friendly and welcoming.. Additionally, the breakfast was delicious. We truly enjoyed our experience and would highly recommend this place to others.
  • Nouska
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Tharanga is the greatest host and makes you feel very welcome. The room is very clean and the douche has warm water. Good value for the price you pay. We had a great stay!

Property surroundings

Facilities of Monara Backpacker Inn Unawatuna
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Breakfast

Outdoors

  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Activities

  • Diving
    Additional charge
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing
    Additional charge

Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Electric vehicle charging station

Services

  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • 24-hour front desk

General

  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking rooms

Wellness

  • Massage

Languages spoken

  • English

House rules
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Check-in
From 14:00 to 00:00
Check-out
From 08:00 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 option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Monara Backpacker Inn Unawatuna

  • Check-in at Monara Backpacker Inn Unawatuna is from 14:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

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

    • Massage
    • Hiking
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
  • Monara Backpacker Inn Unawatuna is 800 yards from the centre of Unawatuna. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The nearest beach is just 0.8 miles from Monara Backpacker Inn Unawatuna. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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