Aura
No. 24, A/2, Bonavista Road, 80600 Unawatuna, Sri Lanka
Aura in Unawatuna provides adults-only accommodations with a garden and a terrace. There's a private entrance at the guest house for the convenience of those who sojourn. The guest house features suites with air conditioning, free private secure garage, and free Wifi. Private Spaces include a private bathroom with bathrobes, while selected suites jointly boast a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge. At the guest house, all units are allergy-free. Guests at the guest house can savor a full English/Irish full breakfast, and complimentary breakfast in the room is furthermore available. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at Aura. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Bonavista Beach, Japanese Peace Pagoda, and Unawatuna Railway Station.
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Average rating out of 10
166 Reviews
Price Summary
26 $ / night** Approximate prices for a 1-night stay
Guest reviews for Aura
"The best breakfasts that we had in Sri Lanka! The hosts are very kind and helpful! Beds are comfortable and showers are nice. Common space and use of a fridge is great too. Location was walkable to some beaches."
"There seemed to be a problem with small ants but I guess that is expected in the tropics near the beach."
"Easy check in. Facilities were good. It’s run by a family. They are sweet and are helpful. Also guided to explore nearby places"
"- Mobile Network was not good for Hutch and Dialog - Bathroom has a transparent door"
"The family that runs this hotel are all amazing and they do everything to make you feel at home and enjoy your stay. The room is very clean and has probably some of the best sea views over the jungle you will ever see. Thank you for everything."
"Aucun."
"Clean. Huge bed. Use of a kitchen and living room. Hosts were friendly and accommodating ."
"Air-con in first room did not work but room was quickly changed."
"The owner and his family were very friendly and helped with a lot of things! Moreover, the flat was huge and equipped with everything we needed. The view from the terrace was amazing!"
"It was a bit hard to find, as there were no signs at first."
"Location is awesome - ocean view from rooms. Owners are very friendly and helpful people. Breakfast providing was very tasty. Good experience at all :)"
"Aucun."
"A different breakfast every day Huge room Great shower"
"The balcony was just a ledge - no railing around it"
"Aura Villa is a lovely family-run property in a fantastic location in Unawatuna. Everything you need is close by, with beaches, cafes, and local attractions easily accessible on foot, or just a short bus or tuk-tuk ride away. My room was exceptionally clean and comfortable throughout my stay. I stayed in a top-floor Double Deluxe room with a corner aspect, which was filled with natural light and had a beautiful view from the balcony. The room was well set up with both a ceiling fan and air conditioning, making it comfortable at all times of the day. The bed was very comfortable, and the bathroom was spotless with reliable hot water. The space felt calm, well cared for, and thoughtfully maintained. After spending 23 days here, Aura Villa truly felt like a home away from home. The welcoming atmosphere and attention to cleanliness made it a place I was always happy to return to. I would happily stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting Unawatuna."
"Aucun."
"The room and the bathroom are really clean. Hosts are nice and helpful. The walk to the nearest beach is really short, but if you want to go to the Jungle Beach, be prepared for a 20min walk. The bus stop is also nearby so it's perfect if you're going by the bus."
"The balcony doesn't have railings so it's really unsafe to use. AC works too well I'd say. I couldn't turn it down so it was either freezing or turned off and got hot. Bidet isn't working. On our second night there was a dog in the hallway near our room and it was barking all night. It was really disturbing."
"Family-run accommodation with very helpful people who will help you arrange whale safari and taxi rides. The Jungle beach furthest away, at the peace pagoda is super nice and great for sunset views. Just down on the Main Street are multiple options for local food"
"If attempting to walk to Jungle beach, bring water. It is I bit of a climb and quite hot. Better to take a Tuk"
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Guest reviews
"My wife and I stayed here for two nights. The location is great, right next to Yala National Park. The huts are hand-built, made of clay, living in them is a unique experience. The host is very kind and friendly, helps in any way he can, we are very grateful to him for that and are glad that we met! 😊 The host also prepared some delicious traditional food for us. He will also help with organizing a safari, and can take you around the area himself and tell you interesting stories!"
Lukas Yala Wild House
"This was a nicely designed hotel, with spacious rooms. Conveniently located for Yala safari pickups. There was even a peacock to greet us every morning outside our balcony!"
Kasturi Arana Yala
"natural surroundings, friendly staff and good service, well organized safari, tasty food."
Marga Forestville Yala
"What an unforgettable stay! The location of this camp is beautiful and perfectly located for the safari tour. You have direct access to the dune area during sun set hours. Just be aware that you will have to walk quite a bit through deep sand and there are a lot of nature sounds during the night."
"Staff going beyond expectations. Nice spot at the outskirt of the park. Amazing food experience - you taste many local dishes and they explain them to you in a lovely setting with candles and a campfire."
Nathalie Leopard Safaris Yala
"Outstanding property, great in park location on the water, easy access to the park for the PM and AM safari's. Very well organised"
"the location is quiet and Bindu’s wife is an amazing host! She welcomed me with a fresh juice and I had a delicious dinner. the bed is comfortable and the AC works accordingly. also good wifi and a perfect coffee in the morning. Really enjoyed my stay here! Would highly recommend!"
Karolien Bindu Homestay
"Posizione fantastica in mezzo alla natura scoiattoli che saltano sul terrazzo e a volte anche scimmie e pavoni, esperienza unica, un po’ più nell’entro terra ma va benissimo, era quello che cercavo"
Enrico Midigama Home Stay Rooms
"Shanti and her family are possibly the kindest, sweeting hosts I have ever met. They cared so much, always pleasant and surprising us with a fresh coconut or a little Sri Lankan dessert treat. The apartment was spotlessly clean, and Shanti and family always eager to clean it for our benefit. The hot shower was wonderful, and the little balcony for morning meditation. With a moto (cheap), everything was easily accessible - beaches in five minutes, Grocery stores and plenty of restaurants. The place felt 100% safe, with a locking gate at night. Overall a wonderful experience. Thank you!"
Melissa Sajini Villa
