We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The Tripadvisor website may not display properly.We support the following browsers:
Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome. Mac: Safari.

Hotel Panorama

avatar-imageavatar-imageavatar-image
Traveller (134)
Pool & Beach (31)
Room & Suite (25)

View prices for your travel dates

Prices are the average nightly price provided by our partners and may not include all taxes and fees. Taxes and fees that are shown are estimates only. Please see our partners for more details.

About

#9 of 53 small hotels in Unawatuna
Location
Cleanliness
Service
Value
Offering an outdoor pool and views of the pool, Hotel Panorama is located in Unawatuna, 2.5 mi from Japanese Peace Pagoda. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Free WiFi is offered and free private parking is available on site. All air-conditioned rooms include a seating area where you can relax. Each room has a private bathroom. You will find a garden, terrace and a library at the property. Yatagala Temple is 2.4 mi from Hotel Panorama, while Galle Dutch Hospital is 4.2 mi from the property. Bandaranaike International Airport is 96 mi. This is our guests' favorite part of Unawatuna, according to independent reviews. Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.
Read more
Suggest edits to improve what we show.Improve this listing
Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Restaurant
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Airport transportation
Spa
Wifi
Pool / beach towels
Outdoor pool
Breakfast available
BBQ facilities
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor furniture
Sun terrace
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Ironing service
Show more
Room features
Allergy-free room
Soundproof rooms
Air conditioning
Desk
Housekeeping
Room service
Coffee / tea maker
Bath / shower
Safe
Sofa
Bottled water
Clothes rack
Refrigerator
Electric kettle
Show more
Room types
Ocean view
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
Good to know
HOTEL CLASS
3.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Great View
Charming
Languages Spoken
English, German
108Reviews1Q+A4Room tips
Traveller rating
  • 86
  • 14
  • 6
  • 2
  • 0
Time of year
Traveller type
Language
  • More
Selected filters
  • Filter
  • English
Popular mentions
Sort by:
Most Recent
avatar-image
Paula B wrote a review Jan 2024
Plymouth, United Kingdom409 contributions127 helpful votes
There are many pros and cons to this hotel. Firstly the good points - Large living space in the bungalows. Amazing high views of the bay. Friendly staff. Very Clean. The breakfast was excellent , freshly cooked to order. The “not so good bits ” No safety deposit box in the rooms ( have to use the hotels safe) No Wi-Fi in your room or balcony ( common areas only ) Very steep steps/ ramp up to the hotel ( there is a free tuktuk to get you up to the hotel 1 person at a time) Very limit foreign exchange ( max £50) Cash only ( no card payment ) No TV in the room - No gym on site
Read more
Date of stay: January 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Cash only
See more room tips
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Helpful
Share
avatar-image
IhabAlami wrote a review Mar 2023
387 contributions76 helpful votes
+1
We loved our stay at this hotel, very clean and comfortable, excellent service, 2 options for breakfast, quiet hotel and very close the all attractions, amazing staff. located at main road so very easy to access shops and transport. A dedicated tuktuk is provided between main gate and reception. Highly recommended.
Read more
Date of stay: February 2023
Value
Cleanliness
Service
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Helpful
Share
avatar-image
Ashwini V wrote a review Feb 2023
2 contributions
Really beautiful hotel with kind and accomodating staff. Right on the beach with incredible views, delicious breakfast and lovely pool. Room was luxurious and comfy. Every need met with a smile. Wouldn't change a single thing about this hotel stay.
Read more
Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Helpful
Share
avatar-image
Jombali wrote a review Feb 2023
102 contributions56 helpful votes
+1
Great hotel with amazing views in a beautiful location. Massive room,very clean & good facilities. Wifi good.Great breakfast. All of the staff & owner are very friendly & helpful. The views are stunning as you are at the top of a hill overlooking the beach & the pool/garden area. Very quiet at night. The climb up to the hotel keeps you fit as it's very steep. If you don't fancy walking though, ring the bell outside the gate & the staff will come down in a tuk tuk (free of charge) to drive you up. 2 mins walk to beach with good restaurants nearby. So glad we chose this hotel for our stay in Unawatuna.
Read more
Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Helpful
Share
avatar-image
Yuddie wrote a review Apr 2022
Worthing, West Sussex68 contributions40 helpful votes
We thoroughly enjoyed our week long stay at Hotel Panorama. The bungalow was clean and spacious and the staff were very accommodating and friendly. The gardens and views looking down over the bay are gorgeous. But like all views from such a vantage point, has a hill to climb however this was not a problem and when we were being lazy, we just rung the bell at the gates and the staff drove the tuk tuk down to take us up. Breakfast: fruit, eggs etc, toast, tea or coffee and of course the Sri Lankan breakfast which I highly recommend. Lots of animals including monkeys and birds too see and of course, not forgetting the resident tortoises 😊 A lovely place to stay and I'd like to thank the staff for their kindness and hospitality
Read more
Date of stay: March 2022
Value
Service
Sleep Quality
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Helpful
Share
avatar-image
penelope_pit_stop123 wrote a review Feb 2022
Bedford, United Kingdom448 contributions181 helpful votes
We stayed 11 nights in one of the bungalows. Our room was very comfortable with good aircon and a comfy bed. Breakfast was good with lovely fresh fruits. The staff here were always smiling and polite. I'd definitely recommend this hotel because we really enjoyed our stay. It is on a busy main road on the bottom of the hill but we could hardly hear any traffic, also they provide a free tuktuk to transport you up and down the hill, it is steep!
Read more
Date of stay: February 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Helpful
Share
avatar-image
Salman wrote a review Jun 2020
12 contributions8 helpful votes
The hotel is up on the hill, hence the views from the pool over the Unawatuna beach are beautiful. This is one of the great things about the hotel, that even though the hotel is up on the hill it's still super close to the beach. Staff were very helpful and accommodating - felt very welcome. Relaxing hotel and grounds - lots of tropical plants/trees, wildlife, and nature.
Read more
Date of stay: June 2020
Cleanliness
Service
Sleep Quality
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Helpful
Share
Response from Manager0603, Manager at Hotel Panorama
Responded 3 Jul 2020
Dear Salman , Thank you for choosing Hotel Panorama for your stay and for sharing your positive experience with other guests. Also, thank you for highlighting the our services and we are glad to hear that you had a good stay at our property and that our team met your expectations. We look forward to your next stay with us and wish you a safe journey back home. All the best & kind regards, Hotel Panorama Team
Read more
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
avatar-image
JohnnyGoldcoast wrote a review Sept 2019
Cambodia381 contributions154 helpful votes
I had a wonderful 5 days here. The staff really looked after me and even arranged delivery dinner service because I was too lazy to go out some nights. The tuk tuk taxi service up the hill is such a fun thing and well worth it once you reach the top. I would stay here again without a doubt.
Read more
Date of stay: September 2019
Rooms
Location
Service
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Helpful
Share
Response from Manager0603, Manager at Hotel Panorama
Responded 5 May 2020
Dear Johnny, Thank you for choosing Hotel Panorama - Unawatuna for your stay and for sharing your feedback with the other guests. Thank you for highlighting about our amazing dinner which was served during your stay and the other services provided such as the tuk tuk. We are delighted to hear that our team has met your expectations. Overall we are happy to hear that you had a great memorable stay at our property. Looking forward in welcoming you soon ! All the best & Best regards, Prabath (Manager)
Read more
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
avatar-image
Chetna P wrote a review May 2019
Dubai, United Arab Emirates3 contributions
An authentic hotel with spectacular views of Unawatuna beach from the hotel reception/lobby, dining area and swimming pool. Unfortunately to see such views, there's a hill to climb! Every day, 3-4 times a day - the steps leading up to the hotel is steep! However, the hotel provide a free ride to the top if required. During our visit in April there were power cuts every day, which was across the town - however the hotel should get a generator as we had no power for 60% of the time we were present in the hotel. The decor is a little dated and old but its clean. Breakfast was very pricey compared to other restaurants, we only ate in our hotel once during the 4 night stay. A little quiet and mainly for families and couples. The location is great for those wanting to be slightly away from the hustle and bustle but 5 minute walk from the main beach.
Read more
Date of stay: April 2019
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Helpful
Share
Response from Manager0603, Manager at Hotel Panorama
Responded 5 May 2020
Dear Chetna, Thank you for choosing Hotel Panorama - Unawatuna for your stay and for sharing your feedback with the other guests. Thank you for highlighting about our amazing swimming pool access. Also, thank you for highlighting about our amazing breakfast and the room cleanliness. We are delighted to hear that our team has met your expectations. Overall we are happy to hear that you had a great memorable stay at our property. However, we always look forward for feedback from our stayed guests as we use that as a chance to improve our services more. We shall take your feedback into consideration in regards to the power cuts in order to have a more memorable stay in future. We apologize for the inconvenience caused. Looking forward in welcoming you soon ! All the best & Best regards, Prabath (Manager)
Read more
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
avatar-image
travellingbunnies wrote a review May 2019
Launceston, Australia46 contributions20 helpful votes
We stayed for two nights. Yes the accommodation is up a very steep hill but there is a bell to ring for a 'free taxi to up'. The lovely staff were always quick to come and retrieve us from the bottom and the kids loved the tuk tuk ride up the hill - they wished it was longer!. The grounds are well maintained and the pool is great. The bungalow was clean and spacious, including the bathroom. There was a minibar in the room with free water and cheap soft drinks (for a minibar). We didn't pay to have breakfast included and headed out to a nearby coffee place and bakery but the views from the restaurant area were great. Not far to Unawatuna beach itself but you do need to cross a busy road. The beach itself has many eateries and finding meals isn't hard. The tortoises in the grounds were an added delight. Would certainly stay again.
Read more
Date of stay: April 2019Trip type: Travelled with family
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Helpful
Share
Response from Manager0603, Manager at Hotel Panorama
Responded 5 May 2020
Dear Guest, Thank you for choosing Hotel Panorama - Unawatuna for your stay and for sharing your feedback with the other guests. Thank you for highlighting about our amazing swimming pool access. Also, thank you for highlighting about our amazing breakfast and the room cleanliness and spacious. We are delighted to hear that our team has met your expectations. Overall we are happy to hear that you had a great memorable stay at our property. Looking forward in welcoming you soon ! All the best & Best regards, Prabath (Manager)
Read more
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Previous
Not the right property for you?
There are more places to choose from in the Unawatuna area.
PRICE RANGE
RM 377 - RM 594 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
Sri LankaSouthern ProvinceGalle DistrictUnawatuna
NUMBER OF ROOMS
8
Prices are the average nightly price provided by our partners and may not include all taxes and fees. Taxes and fees that are shown are estimates only. Please see our partners for more details.
Is This Your Tripadvisor Listing?

Own or manage this property? Claim your listing for free to respond to reviews, update your profile and much more.

Claim Your Listing

HOTEL PANORAMA: UPDATED 2024 Reviews, Price Comparison and 157 Photos (Unawatuna, Sri Lanka) - Tripadvisor

Frequently Asked Questions about Hotel Panorama
Which popular attractions are close to Hotel Panorama?
Nearby attractions include Unawatuna Beach (0.4 km), Wild & The Sage (0.1 km), and Ashadi Gem & Jewellers (0.5 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Hotel Panorama?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a pool, and an on-site restaurant.
Which room amenities are available at Hotel Panorama?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a refrigerator, and a desk.
What food & drink options are available at Hotel Panorama?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, breakfast, and barbeque facilities during their stay.
Is parking available at Hotel Panorama?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Hotel Panorama?
Conveniently located restaurants include The Social Unawatuna, Koha Surf Lounge, and Black & White Restaurant.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Hotel Panorama?
Yes, guests have access to a pool and a fitness centre during their stay.
Does Hotel Panorama have airport transportation?
Yes, Hotel Panorama offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Are any cleaning services offered at Hotel Panorama?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Hotel Panorama?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and German.