[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Lara's Place Unawatuna Guesthouse in Unawatuna with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant ![Superior Penthouse, Multiple Beds, Smoking, Ocean View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26450000/26443000/26442951/f326916e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26450000/26443000/26442951/w886h672x7y24-7f5e47bd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Staircase](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26450000/26443000/26442951/006a166b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Superior Penthouse, Multiple Beds, Smoking, Ocean View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26450000/26443000/26442951/80328e03.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ocean View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26450000/26443000/26442951/0dffc29d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Lara's Place Unawatuna sits in the mountains providing a quiet escape with beautiful views of Unawatuna Beach. Travelers can rent bikes to discover the surrounding area, relax in the garden or on the terrace, and sample regional dishes at the on-site restaurant. 9.6 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - 24/7 front desk - Room service - Laundry - Housekeeping - Free WiFi - Air conditioning ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 19 - Oct. 20](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=26442951&PinnedHotelID=26442951&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=26442951&PinnedHotelID=26442951&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 20 - Oct. 21](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=26442951&PinnedHotelID=26442951&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=26442951&PinnedHotelID=26442951&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 24 - Oct. 26](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=26442951&PinnedHotelID=26442951&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=26442951&PinnedHotelID=26442951&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 31 - Nov. 2](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=26442951&PinnedHotelID=26442951&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=26442951&PinnedHotelID=26442951&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ![Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ocean View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26450000/26443000/26442951/b016272d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ocean View ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate sitting area Air conditioning Ceiling fan Hair dryer Electric kettle Minibar Free bottled water - 248 sq ft - Ocean view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ocean View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26450000/26443000/26442951/1b43ab26.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ocean View ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate sitting area Air conditioning Ceiling fan Hair dryer Electric kettle Minibar Free bottled water - 248 sq ft - Ocean view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Superior Penthouse, Multiple Beds, Smoking, Ocean View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26450000/26443000/26442951/389daec6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Penthouse, Multiple Beds, Smoking, Ocean View ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate dining area Separate sitting area Air conditioning Ceiling fan Hair dryer Oven Minibar - 431 sq ft - Ocean view - Sleeps 3 - 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 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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Airport (CMB) - 119 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Daffodil - ‬3 min drive - ‪Kabala Sunset Cafe - ‬9 min walk - ‪Tartaruga restaurant - ‬20 min walk - ‪The Hideout Unawatuna - ‬18 min walk - ‪Banana Beach Bar - ‬19 min walk ## About this property ### Lara's Place Unawatuna Guesthouse in the mountains You can look forward to an airport shuttle, a terrace, and a garden at Lara's Place Unawatuna. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a restaurant. Other perks at this guesthouse include: - Free self parking - Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and express check-out - Express check-in, tour/ticket assistance, and a 24-hour front desk Room features All guestrooms at Lara's Place Unawatuna have comforts such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes. Extra amenities include: - Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers - Balconies or patios, separate sitting areas, and electric kettles ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20590000/20583900/20583896/320fdf20.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Thaproban Pavilion Waves Unawatuna Unawatuna - On private beach - Pool - Spa - Pet-friendly 9.0 Wonderful 106 reviews CA $126 CA $150 total includes taxes & fees Oct 20 - Oct 21 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=20583896&PinnedHotelID=20583896&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21580000/21573700/21573626/e9e67cc8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sun N Sea Hotel Unawatuna - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 9.0 Wonderful 30 reviews CA $92 CA $121 total includes taxes & fees Nov 1 - Nov 2 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=21573626&PinnedHotelID=21573626&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9040000/9031800/9031788/839c0c20.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Levels Unawatuna Unawatuna - 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Pool - Spa - Kids pool - Parking included 8.4 Very good 91 reviews CA $92 CA $121 total includes taxes & fees Oct 21 - Oct 22 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-21&endDate=2025-10-22&selected=11931465&PinnedHotelID=11931465&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) - Free self parking on site - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Food and drink - A restaurant ### Things to do - Bicycle rentals ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Garden - In the mountains - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No elevator - Wheelchair-accessible parking ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Free bottled water - Limited room service - Minibar ### More - Access via exterior corridors - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Desk - Safe - Separate sitting area ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM Express check-in available Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:30 AM Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - noon Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### 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, debit cards, and cash This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Lara's Place Unawatuna Guesthouse Lara's Place Guesthouse Lara's Unawatuna Unawatuna Lara's Place Unawatuna Unawatuna Lara's Place Unawatuna Guesthouse Lara's Place Unawatuna Guesthouse Unawatuna ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Lara's Place Unawatuna pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Lara's Place Unawatuna? > As of Oct 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lara's Place Unawatuna on Oct 29, 2025 start from CA $104.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Unawatuna-Hotels-Laras-Place-Unawatuna.h26442951.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Lara's Place Unawatuna? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Lara's Place Unawatuna? > Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at Lara's Place Unawatuna? > Check-out is at 11:30 AM. ### Does Lara's Place Unawatuna provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle. ### Where is Lara's Place Unawatuna located? > Situated in the mountains, this guesthouse is within 2 mi (3 km) of Unawatuna Beach, Jungle Beach, and Dalawella Beach. Yatagala Raja Maha Viharaya and Mihiripenna Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Lara's Place Unawatuna Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Staff & service ### 9.6/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Nov 21, 2022 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### jonas Jan 2, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### super utsikt och grym service Grymt boende bort från stöket i Unawatuna med en vidunderlig utsikt och super service. Tucktuck från byn rekommenderas för 300 rupies ##### jonas Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Genevieve Apr 14, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great breakfast with an awesome view The accommodation itself was fantastic, with very tastefully done rooms with lovely bathroom and outdoor seating area. The breakfast was also amazing and worth the stay just by itself!!! Finally, the customer service was second to none - nothing was tom much trouble for the hosts. ##### Genevieve Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carl Feb 23, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Carl Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jan 14, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotels in Clearwater Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Clearwater-Beach-Hotels.d10759.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Weligama Bay Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Weligama-Hotels-Weligama-Bay-Resort.h1487820.Hotel-Information) > > [Shangri-La Hambantota](https://www.expedia.ca/Hambantota-Hotels-Shangri-La-Hambantota.h15083331.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton Inn & Suites Seattle-North/Lynnwood](https://www.expedia.ca/Seattle-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Suites-Seattle-North-Lynnwood.h127039.Hotel-Information) > > [98 Acres Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Ella-Hotels-98-Acres-Resort-Spa.h15504051.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in East Rutherford](https://www.expedia.ca/East-Rutherford-Hotels.d7803.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Vancouver](https://www.expedia.ca/Vancouver-Hotels.d178315.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Weligama-Hotels-Weligama-Bay-Marriott-Resort-Spa.h19413442.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Grace Bay](https://www.expedia.ca/Grace-Bay-Providenciales-Hotels.0-n55041-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Ikeja](https://www.expedia.ca/Ikeja-Lagos-Hotels.0-n179353-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in Cuba](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Cuba-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d44-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [FOX JAFFNA by Fox Resorts](https://www.expedia.ca/Jaffna-Hotels-FOX-JAFFNA-By-Fox-Resorts.h17399149.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Riu Sri Lanka - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Ahungalla-Hotels-Hotel-Riu-Sri-Lanka-All-Inclusive.h14754284.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Montreal (YUL) to Cali (CLO)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yul/clo/montreal-to-cali) > > [Flights from Buffalo (BUF) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/buf/fll/buffalo-to-fort-lauderdale) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Istanbul (IST)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/ist/toronto-to-istanbul) > > [Flights from Comox (YQQ) to Calgary (YYC)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yqq/yyc/comox-to-calgary) > > [Flights from Ottawa (YOW) to Las Vegas (LAS)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yow/las/ottawa-to-las-vegas) > > [Flights from Pearson Intl. to NYC-All Airports](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/nyc/toronto-to-new-york) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Buffalo (BUF)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/buf/calgary-to-buffalo) > > [Flights from St. Petersburg - Clearwater (PIE) to Toronto (YYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/pie/yyz/st-petersburg-to-toronto) > > [Flights from Sidney (YYJ) to Smithers (YYD)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyj/yyd/victoria-to-smithers) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Zaragoza (ZAZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/zaz/toronto-to-zaragoza) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Winnipeg (YWG)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/ywg/vancouver-to-winnipeg) ### Cars > [Car rentals in Yellowknife](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Yellowknife.d4146.Car-Rental-Guide) > > [Car rentals in Tampa](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Tampa-Intl.d4280404.Car-Rental-Guide) ### General > [Visit Montmagny](https://www.expedia.ca/Montmagny.dx6138514) > > [Visit Marais](https://www.expedia.ca/Paris-Marais.dx178677)