Why House Iddamalawatta Mihiripenna, 80000 Unawatuna, Sri Lanka
#13 of 56 vacation rentals in Unawatuna
Guests' ChoiceBased on 14 hotel reviews
9.9Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
9.8
Location
9.1
Facilities
9.8
Staff
10.0
Value for money
9.5
Free Wifi
6.7
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Reviewed: May 25, 2024
Pierre
FrancePool water was too hot !! And some flies near the pool area .
Amazing garden . Delicious food , nice attentions all the time
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: March 26, 2024
Netty
United KingdomNothing
It was a beautiful oasis which ended our trip and made us not want to leave. From the wonderful host Henrietta and her staff who were very kind, helpful and always on hand if you needed anything. A proper sized swimming pool, that looked pretty too. The food was great and considered, a different menu each evening, they dealt with food allergies. The rooms are luxury from a four poster bed to a walk through shower and a well equipped basket with everything you could need. (Yummy ginger nuts 🤣). A beautiful colonial Sri Lankan home from home.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: February 19, 2024
Meriona
United KingdomThe staff were absolutely wonderful. Exceptional. The food delicious. Really delicious.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: October 16, 2023
Steve
United Arab EmiratesIn the time we were there, no issues
Why House was like an oasis of tropical calm. It felt like we'd been transported back to colonial times sat on the veranda sipping Gin and Tonics of an evening, listening to the sounds of the forest around us. The grounds are walled and secure so our young kids could run around exploring the gardens which they loved. Henrietta who runs Why House is such an amazing host and made us feel like we were staying with friends rather than a hotel.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: June 5, 2023
Ian
Sri LankaFood was excellent
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: May 16, 2023
Samantha
United KingdomWhy House is the perfect blend of a luxury stay whilst being family friendly. It has a lovely pool within beautiful grounds plus spacious, comfortable rooms. The restaurant/bar is well-stocked with excellent food options for both adults and children. The intimate set-up means that meals are ready at times that suit both you and your kids. Nothing is too much effort for the staff at the Why House, ably overseen by the fabulous Henrietta who will ensure your stay is trouble-free and full of wonderful family memories.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: April 16, 2023
Amy
United Kingdomit’s perfect
it’s incredibly beautiful
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: August 16, 2022
Barry
United KingdomNothing the location, atmosphere and food were all excellent
The location was very tranquil ans was perfect for us after some travel around Sri Lanka
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: March 14, 2022
Lisa
SingaporeNothing
Super relaxing, beautiful environment. Henrietta is a fantastic host. And the food is to die for.
Stayed in March 2022
Reviewed: March 19, 2024
Jane
United KingdomThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 7, 2024
James
United KingdomThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: March 20, 2022
Sarah
United KingdomThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in March 2022
Reviewed: January 31, 2022
Daniel
United KingdomThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in January 2022
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