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Water Gate Resort & Spa

3.5 star property
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Outdoor pool
Property grounds
Lobby sitting area
View from property
Superior Double Room, Jetted Tub

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
Yaddehimulla Road, Galle District, Unawatuna, Southern Province, 80600
  • Unawatuna Beach
    1 min walk
  • Japanese Peace Pagoda
    17 min walk
  • Jungle Beach
    11 min drive
  • Koggala (KCT)
    25 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Family Suite, Jetted Tub, Sea View

Family Suite, Jetted Tub, Sea View

Family Suite, Jetted Tub, Sea View

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Sea View, Oceanfront

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Double Room, Sea View, Oceanfront

  • 26 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Sea View, Sea Facing

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Double Room, Sea View, Sea Facing

  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Jetted Tub

Superior Double Room, Jetted Tub

Superior Double Room, Jetted Tub

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Terrace

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Double Room, Terrace

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Unawatuna

Located in Unawatuna, Water Gate Resort & Spa is by the ocean, a 5-minute drive from Unawatuna Beach and 7 minutes from Galle Harbour. .This hotel is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Jungle Beach and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Japanese Peace Pagoda.

What's nearby

  • Unawatuna Beach - 1 min walk
  • Galle International Cricket Stadium - 10 min drive
  • Jungle Beach - 11 min drive
  • Galle Fort - 12 min drive
  • Galle Lighthouse - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Midigama Railway Station - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Unawatuna Beach Club - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Neptune Bay - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Thaproban Beach Resort - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Shark Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Skinnytom's Deli Cafe - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Water Gate Resort & Spa

Hotel in Unawatuna with free valet parking and a 24-hour front desk
Water Gate Resort & Spa offers 17 accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bidets, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Microwaves and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.
Make yourself at home in one of the 17 guestrooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and bidets.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and barbecue grills.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the coffee shop/cafe. The hotel also offers room service (during limited hours). Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. English breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and an elevator. A shuttle from the hotel to the airport is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free valet parking is available onsite.
English breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Water Gate Resort & Spa has a restaurant on site.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • Free self-parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • 24-hour drop-off airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle on request

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee daily 7:00 AM–10:00 AM: USD 8.00 per person
  • 1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 1 poolside bar and 1 bar
  • Room service available

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Microwave (on request)
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Lift

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible (may have limits)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Ceiling fan

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV channels
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave (on request)
  • Minibar
  • Paper towels

More

  • Desk
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

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
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately USD 8.00 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 90 per vehicle
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 90 (up to 17 years old)

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and window guards

We should mention

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Water Gate Resort Unawatuna
Water Gate Resort
Water Gate Unawatuna
Water Gate Resort Spa
Water Gate Resort & Spa Hotel
Water Gate Resort & Spa Unawatuna
Water Gate Resort & Spa Hotel Unawatuna

Water Gate Resort & Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 35 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

omar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
sunset spot
It was beautiful, the most perfect setting for sunset
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We did not get tired of the view
This is a stunning waterfront hotel, from the moment we arrived to the sadness when we were leaving it was magnificent throughout. Friendly staff were accommodating for any request, everything was in great condition and perfect. The hotel is nestled at the end of the narrow Yaddehimulla Road with uninterrupted westerly sea views. The sunsets over the Indian Ocean each day were spectacular as the ocean swell crashed over the rocks just past the end of the pool deck. The pictures don't lie!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Properly is very nice and quite. Staff is friendly. Food is expensive.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean hotel. Nice views. Friendly staff
We only stayed one night. The location isn't the absolute best, in terms of getting to the beach, but its not too far (around 8-10 mins walk) and there are tuk-tuks outside. The hotel was quiet when we stayed here and few guests. The sea view rooms have nice balconies and a great view of the crashing waves, against the rocks. So its a nice spot to sit out and listen and see the ocean. I was impressed with how clean they kept the place. There wasnt a thing out of place and the rooms and main areas were immaculate. Staff were pleasant and the manager assisted us with our food requests and dietary requirements for the breakfast. There were a few things that were not that great with the breakfast. We got some avocado and it was really about gone off, but they still served it, with most of it being brown and bad inside. The other thing I found surprising, was that in the bathroom, there is a opening for the window, but with only angled wooden slats going across. So no-one could see it or anything, but there was not netting or glass and so mosquito's, insects or anything could get in. Which is weird and a small detail that should be taken care of. Otherwise, we enjoyed our stay and can recommend for something away from the hustle and bustle.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good hotel in great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
I had cancelled the reservation on expedia still the property charged me for no show. When i contacted the GM of the property, I got an arrogant response that because he lines up the service and business has not been good, he must charge me. Given all that Sri Lanka has been through in recent past, this is a sorry case of bad business sense in a horrid tourism climate.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel great staff and a fabulous location . Pool was amazing .
Stayed 15 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. The hotel is nice and close to the beach. The breakfast was just ok. The staff were nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was large and beautiful! There were some ants, as mentioned by previous reviews, but mostly on the other side of the bedroom door. Honestly, when you’re in a tropical location, you have to expect a few of these things. There is no beach access, but a quick tuk tuk ride will get you to the Happy Banana where the beaches are incredible. Some “issues” were of no fault of the hotel and were the fault of horrible people in the world. We were there during the bombings on Easter and the staff was so kind and took care of us when they probably had family of their own they were worried about. Because of the country enforced curfew, many items on the menu were unavailable that Sunday night. Their breakfasts were absolutely fabulous. I think they had food freshly delivered multiple times a day. The one thing I would change though is they need some air conditioning in the bathroom. The bathroom itself is HUGE and stunning, but is so hot with no air movement. Overall, I loved my stay there. I loved my time in Unawatuna and Sri Lanka. I’m so sorry there are such nasty people in this world, but my experience with Sri Lankans is that they are a kind and lovely people. That nonsense is not indicative of this gracious country.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Superb Location. Bit difficult for mini bus access but well worth it. Would go again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Breanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
LOVELY!
Wonderful stay! Beautiful views, amazing food. The staff was incredible and very friendly. Highly recommend staying there.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

6/10 Okay

Mrs I B

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Bit disappointed.
We thought we had booked a room with a little bit of space but unfortunately we were told that the balcony was the sitting area. Also we were not happy about the work that was going on right by the pool. Having complained they did stop working but we did continue to look at the concrete and scaffolding all week. Shame, as it’s a lovely small hotel, away from the busy area and the staff including Menzies are really nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Did not like that part of the pool area was under construction. It ruined the view.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Good view from the room. Not sure why the "and spa" is added to the resort name. There is no spa. It's a hotel with rooms facing the sea and a pool and a restaurant. Period.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel in a very popular area, slightly off the main bars and restaurant area. Big and comfortable rooms overlooking pool and sea. Great, friendly service.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

JACQUELINE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent what more can I say!
We chose this hotel as our little bit of luxury during a 3 week tour round Sri Lanka & we were not disappointed. The hotel is only 11 months old so everything is relatively new & clean. The staff were excellent and really went out of their way to make our stay good. Would thoroughly recommend staying here.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really enjoyed our stay, staff were very friendly/helpful. Great view from our seaside room. No need to book too early like we did, might get a better price closer to your arrival date! enjoy your stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Views, Modern & Clean
The hotel is very new and has modern facilities which is very rare for the area. Every room has a sea view and is great for watching the sunset right from your balcony. The manager made us feel very welcomed and helped arrange for water sports at the nearby beach. Don’t go to Jungle Beach, it sounds cool but is over crowded and dirty. Go to the beach where Hally Banana - the Water Gate’s sister hotel is. It’s a much nicer beach. But stay at the Water Gate, it’s much newer and more modern!

8/10 Good

Ulrika

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Habitaciones muy amplias y vistas preciosas al mar. Está cerca de la playa y el centro del pueblo, pero el último trozo para llegar es camino de tierra mal iluminado. El personal amable y atento. Cuando estuvimos en temporada baja solo había desayuno inglés, hubiera preferido un buffet.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Helena

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021