Happy Beach

2.5 star property

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Premium bedding, down duvets, Tempur-Pedic beds, individually furnished
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine
Front of property
Deluxe Double Room
Beach/ocean view

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
The current price is NZ$298
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May

Explore the area

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350, Matara Road, Unawatuna, Southern Province, 80600
  • Place, Unawatuna Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Dalawella Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Mihiripenna Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Double Room

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Triple Room

  • Sea view
  • 74 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

About the area

Unawatuna

At Happy Beach you'll be steps from Unawatuna Beach and 2.2 km (1.4 mi) from Jungle Beach. Highlights at this beachfront guest house include a private beach, a restaurant and free self-parking. .At the guest house's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and a coffee shop/cafe. Each morning continental breakfast is served between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this Unawatuna guest house, you'll be 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Dalawella Beach and 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Japanese Peace Pagoda.

What's nearby

  • Unawatuna Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Dalawella Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Mihiripenna Beach - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Jungle Beach - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Galle Fort - 8 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

  • Midigama Railway Station - 26 min drive
  • Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) - 117 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Black&White - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Angel Beach Club - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Hideout Unawatuna - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sun N Sea Wood fire restaurant, Coffee shop and Guesthouse - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sand Beach Pub Unawatuna - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Happy Beach

A private beach is featured. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Happy Beach. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Unawatuna guest house.

  • 1 floor
  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 2018
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Happy Beach offers 4 air-conditioned accommodations with fireplaces and complimentary bathrobes. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Tempur-Pedic beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. This Unawatuna guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and rice cookers. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, bidets, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Housekeeping is offered on request and hairdryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
  • WiFi in public areas is free with a 2-device limit

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking; reservations required
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 20 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 2018
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Mosquito nets
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Rice cooker
  • Spices
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven
  • Waffle maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in is available for a fee

Minimum check-in age - 15

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 property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 11 April to 17 April:
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Dining venue
  • Laundry facilities

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Airport shuttle transfer per adult: USD 60 (one-way)

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately USD 20 for adults and from USD 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 65 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Kitchen/kitchenette fee: USD 15 per day
  • Cleaning supplies fee: USD 5 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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 reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Free WiFi in public areas has a 2-device limit.

Property is also known as

Happy Beach Guesthouse Unawatuna

Happy Beach Guesthouse

Happy Beach Unawatuna

Happy Beach Unawatuna

Happy Beach Guesthouse

Happy Beach Guesthouse Unawatuna

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Happy Beach?

Happy Beach offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Happy Beach?

As of 19 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Happy Beach on 25 May 2026 start from NZ$298, including 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 for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Happy Beach?

Yep, Happy Beach has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Happy Beach?

Yep, Happy Beach is a short 2-minute walk from Unawatuna Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling.

What makes Happy Beach a romantic place to stay?

A private beach and a lounge bar, as well as rainfall showerheads and comfy beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Happy Beach.

Does Happy Beach serve breakfast?

You bet, continental brekkie is offered daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Happy Beach?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Happy Beach?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local and international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone? The dining venue is closed seasonally each year from April 11 until April 17.

What time are check-in & check-out at Happy Beach?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Happy Beach?

No, pets are not allowed.

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