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Sam's Guest House

2.5 star property
Unawatuna guesthouse with restaurant

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Unwind in the business district at Sam's Guest House, where modern comforts and serene surroundings blend. Enjoy a continental breakfast, unwind on the garden terrace or lose yourself in a good book from the library.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is CNY141
CNY184 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 14 - Jun 15

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room (Non AC)

Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room (Non AC)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room (Ac)

Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room (Ac)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Room

Superior Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, Kitchenette, Ocean View

Superior Room, Kitchenette, Ocean View | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room, Kitchenette, Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Peellagoda, Unawatuna, 80600

What's nearby

  • Unawatuna Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Dalawella Beach - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Japanese Peace Pagoda - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Jungle Beach - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Galle Fort - 7 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 116 min drive
  • Midigama Railway Station - 27 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Daffodil - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Black&White - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Hideout Unawatuna - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sun N Sea Wood fire restaurant, Coffee shop and Guesthouse - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sand Beach Pub Unawatuna - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Sam's Guest House

  • Located in the entertainment district, Sam's Guest House is a great choice for a stay in Unawatuna. Guests will have free perks like WiFi and self parking. A terrace and a garden are other highlights.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 8 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 16
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 16
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • 1 stairs to reach property

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony or patio
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 8 for adults and USD 8 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 150.00 per vehicle (roundtrip)

Policies

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.

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.

Also known as

Sam's Guest House Unawatuna

Sam's Guest House

Sam's Unawatuna

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Sam's Guest House Guesthouse

Sam's Guest House Unawatuna

Sam's Guest House Guesthouse

Sam's Guest House Guesthouse Unawatuna

Frequently asked questions

Does Sam's Guest House offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Sam's Guest House does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Sam's Guest House?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Sam's Guest House?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Sam's Guest House?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 150.00 per vehicle roundtrip.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Sam's Guest House?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.

What is there to do at Sam's Guest House and nearby?

Sam's Guest House has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Sam's Guest House?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

Does Sam's Guest House have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.

What's the area around Sam's Guest House like?

Sam's Guest House is located a short 2-minute walk from Unawatuna Beach.

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Reviews

Sam's Guest House Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The beach is literally across the road, a short 200m walk away, making it easily accessible. (4 reviews)
  • Freshly cooked breakfast was a highlight, with guests consistently praising its quality and generous portions. (4 reviews)
  • The air conditioning worked well and provided a comfortable temperature. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A lovely place which was very clean located close to beach. The staff an owners were very attentive
Dinesh, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Incredibly friendly and helpful family guest house

Nice guest house run by a very friendly family. Right by Unawatuna beach but not too noisy. Air con worked well, WiFi was decent (although sluggish at times) and there are loads of good restaurant options nearby.
Robert, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A sweet and kind family run -hotel that is in a great location. They were super helpful if you ever needed anything. Your mins away from a beautiful Beach.
Robby, 11-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Free parking. Good wifi. The family is amazing. Breakfast is good. AC/room all good. Location is fab for the beach and food. I would highly recommend here.
Nicola, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Traditional property with fantastic staff which made you feel at home. Nothing too much trouble and filling fresh breakfast which we loved and were always asked if we wanted more/if everything was okay. One of our favourite places we’ve stayed would recommend to anyone and will be returning!
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely guest house

Lovely family run guest house - very clean & comfortable, close to the beach. Everything was perfect, well equipped room with kitchenette. AC was efficient, ceiling fan too, nice bathroom, small balcony. Freshly cooked breakfast which was lovely. Very helpful owners, they do laundry too
Clare, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

I had one of my best stays in Sri Lanka at Sam’s! The host was sooo friendly, attentive and helpful. The rooms were clean, bed comfortable, AC and WiFi worked well, bathrooms were big and water was hot! Absolutely amazing stay for the price, I was worried about everyone saying the street was loud but it wasn’t bad at all when we went to bed around 1030-11pm, everything quieted down. Overall my favorite stay in Sri Lanka, highly recommend staying here
mariah, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A great hotel in Unawatuna.

Easy to find on the main road. Hosts daughter who checked me in and showed me around was very friendly. Although travelling solo, I had booked their largest room with kitchenette and it was great. Spacious, very clean, had a small balcony along one side but you could leave your room and sit on the huge upstairs balcony with comfy chairs too. Bathroom was very clean, hot water on demand and the shower was lovely with good pressure. A fridge in the room together with kettle, coffee percolator and kitchen essentials if you wanted to have something to eat in the room. Bed was large and very comfortable, good AC and ceiling fan. I believe I was the only guest staying during my 3 days. I had breakfast their once which was served on the 1st floor balcony, I had asked for specifics and all was accommodated. The beach is across the road, literally walk about 200m. Bus stop to Galle is 20m away whilst going in the other direction it's about 80m away. The property is about 5 mins walk to the street leading to all the cafes, restaurants etc or even closer if you go via the beach. The wine store is about 500m down the road if you wanted to store up on beer. The family were all extremely friendly and helpful throughout my stay. I would definitely stay at Sam's again and would thoroughly recommend to others.
Manish, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

My room was spotless and had everything I needed. The family that run it are friendly and kind, they can't do enough for you. A few minutes walk takes you to the beach, restaurants and bars.
Christine, 14-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff is super friendly and the rooms were comfortable and clean. Breakfast was delicious. Also the location is spot on!
Janna, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The Owner was fantastic, was always asking if I needed any new towels, linens, etc. A fantastic management style. I also appreciated the mosquito net over the bed. May not have needed it but it was great to have.
Matthew, 4-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Good budget room

+ Good location, clean room, helpful staff. - Wi-Fi didn´t work in most of the time, and when it "worked" it was so so slow. Breakfast quality isn`t great and its really overpriced. You get more quality for your money in other places in town
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Väldigt fin byggnad, härlig terrass och allt otrolig väl omhändertaget. Trevlig personal och bra läge nära strand och gågata med restauranger och butiker, busshållsplats precis utanför dörren. För prisklassen var det ett otroligt bra boende!
alexandra, 5-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Vilken pärla! Allt var superbra, från mottagandet vid incheckningen till utcheckningen! Omtänksamma, flexibla, hjälpsamma, bra engelska. Rummet var rent, fräscht och hade det man behövde. Ett trevligt allmänt utrymme med stolar och bord som visserligen var rätt så bullrigt från huvudgatan direkt utanför men ändå nice utrymme. Läget var bra med närhet till stranden(bara att smita ner tvärs över gatan) och området med butiker och restauranger. Vi är väldigt nöjda att vi hittade Sams guesthouse och skulle gärna komma tillbaks om tillfället ges. Rekommenderar detta ställe varmt!
Per, 5-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Godt 👍

Godt guest house - særligt hvis du har planer om at rejse lidt rundt til forskellige stande. Bussen går lige til døren og stranden er så tæt på at du kan gå ned og bade i kun badetøj og uden telefon.
Johan, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Todo perfecto
Juan antonio, 6-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Los prpietarios te ayudan en todo !! Son muy amables !!! Un día nos invitaron a desayunar pankekes y el día de marcharnos nos regalaron una pulsera !!! Resumiendo RECOMENDABLE
Juan antonio, 6-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Die Gastfamilie ist toll Das Frühstück ist gut Tolle Lage zum Strand
5-night trip
Verified

2/10 Poor

Give you a front room on a busy highway, ask for a quiter room (I was the only guest) extra Rs700. No top sheet, that is an extra, but I did get a load of Scabies, no charge. Truly the worst place of have ever stayed at, why Expecia keep them on their list I don't know.
1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Top stay

Easy to find. Lovely guesthouse, nice and clean, good breakfast and ever so friendly owners. I would definitely recommend Sams Place. Only slight downside is it’s a little noisy on the main road, but from our room at the back no problem.
david, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

super hyggeligt og super mad

rent og hyggeligt sted. meget flinke og hjælpsomme mennesker. dejlig morgenmad. og mor står selv i køkkenet for at lave aftensmaden. super lækkert. eneste minus er at det ligge lige ud til hovedvejen Galle - Marissa
steen, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful Stay

Hotel is a family run hotel with huge rooms and a fantastic bathroom. It is only a few months old and everything was super clean. We really enjoyed the rain head shower as well as the king bed. The hotel is a short 300 rupee ride into the main town so you are out of the noisy downtown area. The owner is so kind and assisted us with a ride as well as providing an umbrella. Highly recommend this place. Thank you for taking such good care of us! Scott and Mary Lou
Mary Lou, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic guest house!

We had a fantastic stay at Sam’s guest house. The family who owns the house were brilliant hosts. They checked with us in the mornings if we needed anything, offered advice about the area & helped arrange transportation. The wifi is very quick, the room is spacious & the beach is a stones throw away. It is in the main road, so it can be a little noisey during the day but that wasn’t an issue at night. Highly recommend!
Gemma, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent little property with amazing family

Beautiful family, very attentive to all requests and super friendly. We decided to extend our stay for two extra nights here due to location to lovely beach and the area. We felt very secure and comfortable. We had laundry done here at a very reasonable price. The breakfast was amazing for the little price paid, especially the fresh bread. Nice cold water (bottles) available for purchase at a excellent price. Shared refrigerator outside the rooms was nice to keep fruit, snacks and waters cold. Wish we had more time to stay here.
Michael, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Kjempefint gjestehus

Vi bodde 3 netter på Sam’s Guest House og var veldig fornøyde! Kjempebra service, rent og komfortabelt rom og i nærhet til stranden. Vi fikk veldig god hjelp av de ansatte, og fikk til og med gave da vi dro! De vasket rommet etter to dager, noe vi var veldig fornøyde med. Det eneste vi kan trekke ned på er at det lå rett ved en ganske trafikalt vei, og vi likte ikke nærområdet så veldig godt.
3-night trip