Really lovely setting in a quiet garden which makes you feel far away from the hustle and bustle of Unawatuna. We stayed in a two floor place furthest away from the road. It was lovely and spacious but not spotless. One night there were worms in the shower which is not the end of the world but I dislike worms.... More

I found information about the Home Stay Strand somewhere on the net. I was especially attracted by beauty of the place and its original character. It should be underlined that the host is very responsive and friendly, both while booking tha apartment and during the stay. There is a wonderful atmosphere, good balance between a private house and good quality... More

Have returned from our 5th visit to Unawatuna and the Strand, Asoka and Hilda are charming hosts, with a wealth of local knowledge. As always we stayed in the garden suite and enjoyed breakfast on our own veranda watching the birds and monkeys that are frequent visitors to the tropical garden. The staff make you feel welcome and are always... More

We stayed for 4 nights in the nest room, which was a tranquil and comfortable spot. Added to this as it's at tree height you get a great view of the birds and monkeys that seem to live nearby. This included on two occasions a wild peacock. I would thoroughly recommend the strand for those who want to stay in... More

We stayed in the strand house for 3 nights over new year's on our honeymoon. We had a great time, the owner and hos staff really made us feel at home. We had a large room, with balcony and a bathroom which had the hottest shower we found in 4 weeks across Sri Lanka! The house is well within walking... More

We have stayed several times since 1993 and will be back. Tranquil, friendly, in a good position for the beach and restaurants. It is like going to stay with friends, the hard part is leaving. Alex and Jan More

We are coming back almost every two year from 1996 till now. And its like coming home. Asoka place is the best to stay in Unawatuna the garden the whole suroundings are perfect. My children like it very much, so if you consider to go to Unawatuna check Strand. Hans Prinsen the netherlands More

We've been traveling around Asia for 6 months, and when we stumbled upon this home stay in Unawatuna, Sri Lanka, we knew we'd found something special. Beautiful room in a beautiful house, set just in land from the main beach (check out the pictures and review above). The owners are super friendly and really made us feel at home. Hilda... More

After 3 weeks in Sri Lanka I found this oasis in Unawatuna. A charming colonial style home run by owners Hilda and Asoka. Set in a tranquil, lush tropical garden near the beach. We stayed in the Blue room which opens onto the garden on one side and the Loggio on the other. Renovated after the tsunami but still retaining... More