Best beaches in Unawatuna

5 ranked beaches in Unawatuna, Southern Province

Ranked by the OnlyBeaches Index (OBI) — a 1-10 score blending water purity, conditions, crowd levels and vibe. Updated every 30 minutes.

All beaches in Unawatuna

1
Dalawella Beach
Small tranquil beach with calm waters, ideal for sunbathing.
7.0
2
Dalawella Rock Beach
Small rocky beach, off-the-beaten-path, scenic and quiet.
7.0
3
Jungle Beach
Secluded cove perfect for snorkeling and quiet relaxation.
7.0
4
Unawatuna Beach
Iconic bay beach, popular with tourists, ideal for families and snorkeling.
7.0
5
Unawatuna Cove
Hidden cove near Unawatuna main beach, peaceful with sunset views.
7.0

What makes Unawatuna's beaches stand out?

Unawatuna sits in Southern Province, Sri Lanka and is home to 5 ranked beaches on OnlyBeaches. Every beach here is scored by the OnlyBeaches Index — a 1-10 metric blending water purity, live conditions (waves, water temperature, wind), crowd intelligence and vibe.

Whether you're after the highest-scoring beach in Unawatuna or a quieter hidden cove, the list above is refreshed every 30 minutes using live Stormglass and OpenWeather data.