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Just a 5-minute walk from Unawatuna Railway Station and 1.1 miles from Yatagala Temple, Monara Backpacker Inn Unawatuna features accommodations in Unawatuna, with massage services. The air-conditioned accommodations are 1.1 miles from Bonavista Beach. There's a terrace and guests can make use of free Wifi, free private parking, and an electric vehicle charging station. There's 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 can enjoy hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden. Jungle Beach is 1.3 miles from Monara Backpacker Inn Unawatuna, while Unawatuna Beach is 1.4 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Koggala, 6.2 miles from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
9.4
Location
8.6
Free Wifi
7.5
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Hannah
    Australia Australia
    Everything! As soon as we walked in to our room it smelt very clean, the bed sheets were clean, the bathroom was clean, everything was very clean. Our favourite part of staying at Monara was the host. She was so cute and so helpful! She made us an...
  • Pedro
    Brazil Brazil
    really comfy bed, blackout curtains meant we had the best sleep so far. breakfast was so yummy and the staff were so nice and helpful
  • Shoaib
    United States of America United States of America
    I had an amazing stay at this Place. The staff were incredibly friendly and accommodating. The room was spacious and comfortable, and I was very impressed with the cleanliness demonstrated. I left feeling relaxed and refreshed from my stay and...
  • Rand777
    Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
    Tharanga is the heart and soul of this place and such a lovely and kind host. She goes out of her way to make the most delicious breakfasts! And if there's anything you need or want she will try to arrange and accommodate. It's a bit far from town...
  • 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...

Area info

Amenities of Monara Backpacker Inn Unawatuna
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular amenities
  • 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 available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Electric vehicle charging station
Services
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Baggage storage
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • 24-hour front desk
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking rooms
Spa
  • Massage
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules
Monara Backpacker Inn Unawatuna takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

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

FAQs about Monara Backpacker Inn Unawatuna

  • Monara Backpacker Inn Unawatuna is 2,450 feet from the center of Unawatuna. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The nearest beach is 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, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Check-in at Monara Backpacker Inn Unawatuna is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

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

    • Massage
    • Hiking
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing