Why House

Name: Why House
Address: Mihiripenna, Talpe, Galle, 80000, LK
Telephone: +94912227599
Price range: £££

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Luxury boutique hotel near Galle, Sri Lanka. Tropical gardens, large pool and minutes from the beach. Please visit our website for more information.

A beautiful boutique hotel situated within a stunning and landscaped three acre private walled garden of tropical plants, fruit and spice trees - as well as being only a short walk from the beautiful beach of Dalawella and a fifteen minute drive to the World Heritage site Galle Fort. The friendly staff have been trained to give you the best service possible. The kitchen team are excellent and can cater for all needs, either with delicious traditional Sri Lankan dishes or accommodating for more Western palates. This picturesque property can sleep up to 24 guests, with 10 en-suite rooms with private terraces. An entertainment and outside dining pavilion, together with one of the largest swimming pools in Galle, are available to all guests while being surrounded by the extensive landscaped gardens. There are an abundance of activities that can be organised to keep you busy, from deep sea fishing and whale watching to nature walks and tours of the historic Galle Fort...or alternatively, ayurvedic treatments and massages are available in the Spa area, before relaxing by the pool with a cocktail.

27/09/2026

You don’t have to venture far to soak up Sri Lanka’s tropical surroundings.

Lush greenery and endlessly blue skies make for a beautiful backdrop to your stay in Unawatuna.

22/09/2026

Some dinners are remembered for the food. Others for the people around the table.

At Why House, you can look forward to both.

20/09/2026

Mealtimes at Why House are a family affair. While the grown-ups explore our Sri Lankan dishes, younger guests can tuck into familiar favourites like chicken goujons and fries.

And if there’s something else they fancy? Our chefs are always happy to help.

17/09/2026

Rest in the shade of your private veranda, with our tropical gardens stretching out in front of you.

Why House was always intended to be more home than hotel.

15/09/2026

Pick your holiday read from our bookshelf, settle into the comfy sofa, and read a few more pages than planned.

There’s always space for a cosy moment at Why House.

13/09/2026

The gardens, the orchids, the pool and the people. It’s always lovely to hear what stays with our guests long after they’ve left.

Thank you for sharing your experience, Sarah.

09/09/2026

Try our Tamarind & Cumin Soda.

Refreshing, a little different, and perfect on a warm afternoon.

05/09/2026

One review that made us smile recently said, “Lettie the dog and the amazing staff made it a personal, warm experience.”

Around here, she’s more than just the resident pup, she’s part of the Why House family.

28/08/2026

Bring the book you’ve been meaning to finish, or borrow one from our shelves.

Either way, a few hours reading here will wash all worries way.

26/08/2026

Our team know our guests by name, the orders by heart, and exactly which table catches the morning sun.

That is the Why House way.

Address

Mihiripenna, Talpe
Galle
80000

Telephone

+94912227599

Website

http://www.whyhousesrilanka.com/

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