Title: Monara House (Guesthouse) - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=6154883&destination=Unawatuna%2C+Southern+Province%2C+Sri+Lanka&selected=27706048&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Monara House Travelers enjoy rejuvenating massages before relaxing poolside in the sunshine - a perfect combination for vacation wellness and relaxation ## Photo gallery for Monara House ![Beach nearby - Monara House (Unawatuna)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27710000/27706100/27706048/cb2c8368.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool, sun loungers - Monara House (Unawatuna)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27710000/27706100/27706048/470bbb33.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby sitting area - Monara House (Unawatuna)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27710000/27706100/27706048/6d8f4998.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Luxury Villa, 4 Bedrooms | Living area - Monara House (Unawatuna)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27710000/27706100/27706048/5c5d3995.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Luxury Villa, 4 Bedrooms | Living area - Monara House (Unawatuna)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27710000/27706100/27706048/3bc14ade.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located near Dalawella Beach, Monara House offers a peaceful retreat with continental breakfast. Guests can book spa treatments, relax by the outdoor pool, or visit Mihiripenna and Unawatuna beaches. Complimentary grocery shopping service is available. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Pool - Breakfast included - Spa - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-22&endDate=2026-03-23&selected=27706048&PinnedHotelID=27706048&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-22&endDate=2026-03-23&selected=27706048&PinnedHotelID=27706048&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-23&endDate=2026-03-24&selected=27706048&PinnedHotelID=27706048&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-23&endDate=2026-03-24&selected=27706048&PinnedHotelID=27706048&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=27706048&PinnedHotelID=27706048&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=27706048&PinnedHotelID=27706048&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=27706048&PinnedHotelID=27706048&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=27706048&PinnedHotelID=27706048&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options ### View all photos for Luxury Villa, 4 Bedrooms ![Luxury Villa, 4 Bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27710000/27706100/27706048/39ef6b93.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Villa, 4 Bedrooms - 3000 sq ft - 4 bedrooms - Sleeps 8 - 4 Queen Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FUnawatuna-Hotels-Monara-House.h27706048.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FUnawatuna-Hotels-Monara-House.h27706048.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Talpe, a neighborhood in Unawatuna, Monara House is near a train station and near the beach. Japanese Peace Pagoda and Galle Fort are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mihiripenna Beach and Dalawella Beach. Unawatuna Beach and Koggala Lake are two other places to visit that come recommended. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as snorkeling and other activities like whale-watching. [Visit our Unawatuna travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Unawatuna.dx6154883) [View more Guest houses in Unawatuna](https://www.expedia.ca/Unawatuna-Guest-Houses.d6154883-aaGuestHouses.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C6.00041%2C80.27204&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=u24qQO91aowoi_2RafLkhAp_7vg=) Damruwan Mawatha, Unawatuna, Southern Province, 80615 ### What's nearby - ![Sunset at Wijaya Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6348270/c619db7d-5877-428e-9a1c-3b4156a00ab5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Dalawella Beach 18 min walk \- 1.5 km - ![Unawatuna, Sri Lanka has most gorgeous tropical beach you could wish for. Located in a small bay so the waves are low and the water nice and warm. There are nice little cafes and restaurants lining the beach and friendly locals who can take you on a boat ride. #beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6154883/157c8ae7-4d2f-4e62-9504-4f49a5f975a4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Unawatuna Beach 4 min drive \- 3.6 km - ![Jungle Beach was a twenty minute walk from Unawatuna. Situated in a clam bay so hardly any big waves and perfect water temperature. Gorgeous little beach with sun beds and a bar with amazing fresh juice. They also do beach parties. Lots of monkeys around from the forest, so mind your belongings. #beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6154883/fff65056-4360-476d-8bec-6c0d719d82c6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Jungle Beach 9 min drive \- 7.3 km - Mihiripenna Beach 7 min walk \- 0.6 km - Talpe Natural Pool 3 min drive \- 2.6 km ### Getting around - Midigama Railway Station 24 min drive - Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) 124 min drive ### Restaurants - Shanthi Beach Resort 17 min walk - Kabala Sunset Cafe 2 min drive - Angel Beach Club 2 min drive - Tartaruga restaurant 5 min drive - Black&White 3 min drive ## About this property ### Monara House Guesthouse near Dalawella Beach Located close to Mihiripenna Beach and Unawatuna Beach, Monara House provides free continental breakfast, a free grocery shopping service, and a garden. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - An outdoor pool along with sun loungers - Free self parking - Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and babysitting (surcharge) - A water dispenser, a front-desk safe, and luggage storage Room features All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as private pools and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes. 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Mar 31 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-30&endDate=2026-03-31&selected=102943177&PinnedHotelID=102943177&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-05&endDate=2026-04-06&selected=27706048&PinnedHotelID=27706048&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=27706048,111150337,16003512,100118231,111951847) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM - Couples/private dining - Private picnics ### Things to do - Bicycle rentals - Outdoor pool - Yoga classes ### Family friendly - In-room babysitting (surcharge) - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool - Private pool - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Lockers - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk - Shared microwave - Shared refrigerator - Water dispenser ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Free grocery shopping service - Housekeeping (daily) - Proposal/romance packages - Turndown service ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - Pool loungers ### Spa - Massage - Spa services ### 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 accessibility - Wheelchair-width doorways ### More - 1 floor - Built in 2018 - Colonial architecture - Mosquito nets - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - 4 private bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Free toiletries - Rainfall showerhead - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Private pool ### Food and drink - Free bottled water - Limited room service ### More - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Desk - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Safe - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM Early check-in subject to availability Early check-in is available for a fee Late check-in subject to availability Late check-in fee for check-in between 6:00 PM and 8:30 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Late check-out subject to availability A late check-out fee will be charged ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 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 at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 AM 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 not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ## Important information ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: USD 85 per vehicle (one-way) - Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability) - Late check-in fee for check-in between 6:00 PM and 8:30 PM - Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) 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 cash Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher ### We should mention This property does not have elevators 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 ### Property is also known as Monara House Guesthouse Unawatuna Monara House Guesthouse Monara House Unawatuna Monara House Unawatuna Monara House Guesthouse Monara House Guesthouse Unawatuna ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Monara House have a pool? ### Is Monara House pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Monara House? ### What time is check-out at Monara House? ### Does Monara House provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Monara House located? ## Have a question? 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