Secret Garden Villa will appeal to independently-minded travelers who prefer a private, secluded setting to the greater facilities of a top hotel. It lives up to its name - a hidden oasis tucked away from the livelier Unawatuna beachfront. It is increasingly popular with those interested in Yoga, meditation and Ayurveda. Set in lush tropical gardens, there are plenty of spots to chill before sampling the buzz of Unawatuna's night life in the evening. This charming bungalow, which can be rented in part or whole, is one of the best guesthouses on the bay.

Location: It is located in a large tropical garden only a few steps away from the Unawatuna Bay, one of the most beautiful bays in the south if the island. It is only 3 km from the historic city of Galle.

Accomodation: Secret Garden Villa, which can also be rented as one unit accommodating 8-10 people, has two master bedrooms, each with an adjoining bedroom with connecting doors. A bathroom and lounge area is also attached to each master bedroom, with patio bathrooms, two living rooms, a large veranda and a tea pavilion. The rooms are furnished with Dutch period antiques. There is also a small garden bungalow which can sleep between 2-4 people. All bedrooms have ceiling fans and mosquito nets.

Facilities: The Secret Garden has limited facilities - only a single restaurant serving a variety of reliable dishes - but Unawatuna itself has more to offer. For relaxing away from the lively beach, the Secret Garden has much to appeal. Within the garden is a large gazebo which always provides welcome shade during the hot afternoons and occasionally hosts live music in the evening. In the garden there is a Yoga and meditation dome which holds regular classes and seminars. A healing Pavilion in the silent tropical garden  for ayurveda relaxing massages and different healing treatments.