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Araliya Beach Resort & Spa: A Coastal Paradise in Unawatuna
Nestled in the heart of Unawatuna, one of Sri Lanka's most beloved beach destinations, Araliya Beach Resort & Spa offers an idyllic escape where luxury, comfort, and natural beauty converge. This exquisite resort, with its prime beachfront location, stunning views of the Indian Ocean, and impeccable service, ensures that every guest has an unforgettable experience. Whether you're seeking a romantic getaway, a family retreat, or a peaceful sanctuary to unwind, Araliya Beach Resort & Spa is a perfect choice.
The resort is also strategically located for easy access to key attractions in the southern part of Sri Lanka, including the historic Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and various cultural landmarks that offer a glimpse into Sri Lanka’s rich history.
Each room is equipped with high-end amenities, such as air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and luxurious bedding to ensure maximum comfort throughout your stay.
The Main Restaurant offers an extensive buffet selection, featuring fresh seafood, authentic Sri Lankan curries, and a variety of international options. Guests can also indulge in à la carte dining, where they can savor gourmet dishes while enjoying stunning ocean views.
For a more intimate experience, the resort’s Beachfront Café provides the perfect setting for casual meals, snacks, and refreshing drinks. Whether you’re enjoying a fresh fruit smoothie by the beach or a delicious seafood platter at sunset, the café’s laid-back ambiance offers the perfect complement to the resort’s coastal atmosphere.
Whether you’re seeking adventure or relaxation, Araliya Beach Resort & Spa offers a range of activities to suit every traveler. The resort’s beachfront location makes it a prime spot for water sports such as snorkeling, diving, and jet skiing, where guests can explore the vibrant coral reefs and marine life of the Indian Ocean.
For those interested in exploring the culture and heritage of the region, the resort offers excursions to nearby attractions, including the UNESCO-listed Galle Fort, the Japanese Peace Pagoda, and the Unawatuna Buddhist Temple. The friendly staff can assist in arranging guided tours to ensure guests make the most of their time in Sri Lanka.
Additionally, the resort offers a serene atmosphere for simply lounging by the pool, enjoying a cocktail at the bar, or reading a book in the peaceful garden spaces.
At Araliya Beach Resort & Spa, the emphasis is on providing guests with personalized service and exceptional hospitality. The staff is known for their warmth and attention to detail, ensuring that every guest feels at home from the moment they arrive. Whether you need assistance with tour arrangements, recommendations for local attractions, or just want to relax with a drink by the pool, the team is always ready to make your stay as comfortable and enjoyable as possible.
Araliya Beach Resort & Spa is more than just a place to stay; it’s an experience that combines luxury, relaxation, and adventure in one of Sri Lanka’s most beautiful beach destinations. From its breathtaking location on the shores of Unawatuna to its world-class amenities, exceptional dining, and tranquil spa, the resort offers everything you need for a memorable getaway.
Whether you’re looking to explore Sri Lanka’s rich cultural heritage, unwind in the lap of luxury, or simply enjoy the beauty of the ocean, Araliya Beach Resort & Spa promises to be a perfect base for your tropical retreat.
 "Traveled in April 2013 with Cyril . Family with three young children. Cyril match the trip plan problem on his part. Familiar with every corner of this beautiful island and we have managed to produce a great 17 days. Prices respect as well - we tested three competing proposals and was the cheapest. The fact that he was working independently and not through an agency that collects coupon trips generally significantly reduces the price of the package. A modern and spacious vehicle (van with seven ..." Maozd
 " Our Tour in Sri Lanka Traveling through the beautiful Sri Lanka has been great. Cyril warmly welcomed us at the airport and drove us with his always clean car in every part of the country. He provided daily information about the history and the different sites of Sri Lanka. Also, he taught us a lot about Sri Lankan culture, starting from food, traditions, animals and nature, and suggested authentic and less known places we c..." FILIPPO MASI FROM ITALY
 "Dear Cyril, Thank you for truly amazing oneweek tour your beautiful country.We have seen so many amazing sites in such a short space of time. From Sigiriya to beautiful temples, Scenic tea gardens of Nuwaraeliya the colonial land ark hotel Mount Lavinia. We have seen so much more. You have made this an utterly memorable holiday with your expert knowledge, amazing, facinating stories, patience, careful+safe drivingand your unforgetable smile. We will cetainly recommonding your tours to all of fr..." Sara Kitson - UK
 "Thank you so much for your great service and making our honeymoon in Sri Lanka, so special and joyful. Best regards from Yuffa and Elad Abbo – Israel- 10 July 2008 " Yuffa and Elad Abbo - Israel
 "We highly appreciated Cyril as our chauffeur guide. We can easily speak with him about any subject. We learnt a lot about Sri Lanka' s culture, history and way of life. He arrange everything we asked. In the airport on arrval his welcome is marvelous. His English language is superb and very clear. His knowledge and expanation about the sites are unique. More than the all he is very friendly and punctual. We will recommend him all the people who willing to come to Sri Lanka." COMBE MARTIAL AND WILD EMMANUEL FROM FRANCE
 "CyrilWe are now back at home after the lovely time with you in Sri Lanka, andvisiting Hong Kong.Thank you for driving for us while we were in Sri Lanka.In particular, we appreciated - your smooth, calm and efficient driving through varied traffic conditions - your calmness when things did not go quite as expected - your being available at all times of day - I'm remembering our late arrival at the airport, and our late departure - your information about all sorts of ..." Cliff Hooker and Jean from Australia
 "Dear Cyril, Here are some photos for you as we promised, and also little gift to you. Here is some photos of elephant boy which we were took on elephant ride. Please give to them when you go to Habarana again. We are very grateful to you for your services that you have done to make our holiday in this beautiful country. Still we are thinking over our nice trip with you. It was fantastic, really! Here in Holland, life is normal again. Greeting for your wife and daughter too. George and Cala ..." George and Cala
 "Dear Cyril, Thank you very much for wonderful holiday. Your attention to detail and care of your clients is extraordinary. We certainly hope to cross paths again and we will recommonding you to all of our friends and to family too. Many thanks again. Paul nad Machelle Brisbane, Australia. Visited during 10/10/2012 - 26/10/2012" Mr. Paul and Mrs. Machelle from Australia
 "Hi Mr.Cyril, Hope you and family and grandchild are doing fine. Hope to come to Sri Lanka again. We really enjoyed our trip especially with your special help and guidance. We will definitely contact you if at all we wish to visit Sri Lanka again. Thanks & Best Regards Mr. & Mrs.Pillai Singapore 29/7/11 " Mr & Mrs.Pillai from Singapore
 "We had a trip planned with Cyril just when international travel closed down due to Covid. Cyril was great in planning a trip with me that had a great deal of flexibility and tailored to visit the places we wanted to seeUnfortunately we were unable to take the trip. Cyril's response to that was great, he dealt with everything for us in terms of cancellationsHe has kept in touch with us since then and has already contacted me with a revised plan for our trip to Sri Lanka. Which we will book with h..." Brian O: Keefe - Perth - Australia