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Situated along Atharagoda Road, Villa Gaetano is a 15-minute drive from Unawatuna Beach and Galle Fort. It houses a large outdoor lap pool and complimentary Wi-Fi access. The property is a 20-minute drive from Galle Railway Station and 7 km from the Galle Bus Stand. Fitted with a balcony or terrace to offer river views, the rooms also come with a fridge, an outdoor dining area and barbecue facilities. The en suite bathroom offers shower facilities and toiletries. Local and international delights are served at the restaurant on request. Guests can choose a book from the small library collection, or head to the tour desk to make travel arrangements. Staff at the front desk can assist with airport shuttle, currency exchange and laundry services.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Free parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
and
1 double bed
1 double bed
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1 single bed
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

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Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.7
Location
8.9
Free WiFi
8.9
High score for Unawatuna
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  • Emily
    Australia Australia
    Beautiful surroundings, with plenty of wildlife to watch! We saw a variety of birds, monkeys, squirrel and iguana! The rooms were spacious, clean and had everything you need. A bit far from town but was peaceful and relaxing. The pool was...
  • Pamela
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    Little oasis with squirrels, monkeys and lizards wandering outside. Beautiful setting and very helpful host. Breakfast is very tasty .
  • Sally
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We stayed 7 nights here. The grounds are peaceful and a relaxing place to be, especially as Unawatuna centre is so busy. We enjoyed watching the monkeys in the trees and the Water Monitor in the lagoon. Everything about the place was laid back and...

Host Information

9.8
9.8
Host review score
Host review score

Villa Gaetano is the homestay-Guesthouse of Melani and Chrishan. It is located in the village of Aththaragoda, Unawatuna, Sri Lanka. It has 02 non A/C rooms and 02 Rooms ready with A/C Facilities. It is seated in a completely natural setting, facilitating a harmonious living with nature, surrounded by mangroves it provides the peace, calm and serenity you are looking for to relish as a holidaymaker. You can reach it by taking a ride in a tuk tuk and walk around on its parapets during a sunny evening while watching the sun kissing the faraway ocean. In addition to chilling out on the beach, you can go trekking up Rumassala to have a look at the Japanese Peace Pagoda on a bright evening and enjoy the cool of the breeze and the distant sun going down.
It is seated in a completely natural setting, facilitating a harmonious living with nature. Surrounded by mangroves it provides the peace, calm and serenity you’re looking for to relish as a holidaymaker. Spreading over an area of one and a half acres the land is blessed with the fragrance of temple flowers and laden with bananas, papaya and other fruits. It is the charm of the surrounding you are looking at while having a King Coconut near the fish pond, swimming in the pool or reading with abundant freedom and relaxation in a homely atmosphere. Just 2 km off the beach, Villa Gaetano gives you the rare chance for jogging, hiking and enjoying the rising sun in a stress-free atmosphere on a misty morning or a dusky eve.
Villa Gaetano seated in a completely natural setting, facilitating a harmonious living with nature, surrounded by mangroves it provides the peace, calm and serenity
Languages spoken: German,English

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Local • Asian • International • Grill/BBQ

Facilities of Villa Gaetano Unawatuna
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular facilities
  • 2 swimming pools
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Terrace
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Tumble dryer
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Snorkelling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Wake-up service
    • Tour desk
    • Packed lunches
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    • Babysitting/child services
      Additional charge
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Room service
    Entertainment and family services
    • Books, DVDs, or music for children
    Safety & security
    • 24-hour security
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Mosquito net
    • Soundproofing
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Soundproof rooms
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    2 swimming pools
    Pool 1 - outdoorFree!
    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    Pool 2 - outdoorFree!
    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Pool/beach towels
    Wellness
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    Languages spoken
    • German
    • English

    House rules

    Villa Gaetano Unawatuna takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 14:00

    Check-out

    Until 10:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Extra bed upon request
    US$20 per child, per night
    Cot upon request
    Free
    3+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    US$20 per person, per night

    Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Cash only

    This property only accepts cash payments.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests must be quiet between 07:00 and 08:00.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Villa Gaetano Unawatuna in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 07:00:00 and 08:00:00.

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travellers, during dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be cancelled on arrival.

    FAQs about Villa Gaetano Unawatuna

    • The prices at Villa Gaetano Unawatuna may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Check-in at Villa Gaetano Unawatuna is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Villa Gaetano Unawatuna has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant

    • Villa Gaetano Unawatuna offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Snorkelling
      • Diving
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Cooking class
      • Swimming Pool

    • Room options at Villa Gaetano Unawatuna include:

      • Double
      • Family
      • Triple

    • The nearest beach is just 550 yards from Villa Gaetano Unawatuna. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Villa Gaetano Unawatuna is 0.8 miles from the centre of Unawatuna. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.