South Sri Lanka Coast

Travel Guide

Galle featuring a beach and tropical scenes as well as a small group of people
Galle featuring a lighthouse
Galle featuring outdoor art
Galle featuring signage and markets
Galle showing a house

Where to stay in South Sri Lanka Coast

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Talpe

Unique features of Talpe include the seaside views and gardens. Make a stop by Mihiripenna Beach or Koggala Beach while you're exploring the area.

Talpe
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Fort Galle

If you're spending some time in Fort Galle, Galle Fort and Galle Lighthouse are top sights worth seeing.

Fort Galle
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Cheena Kotuwa

If you're spending some time in Cheena Kotuwa, Galle International Cricket Stadium and Galle Fort are top sights worth seeing.

Cheena Kotuwa
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Bolgoda

While Bolgoda may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Wadduwa Beach and Panadura Beach.

Bolgoda
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Kalutara South

While Kalutara South isn't home to many top sights, Kalatura Beach and Kalutara Bodhiya are some notable places to visit nearby.

Kalutara South
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Dammakusala Mawatha

While Dammakusala Mawatha may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ambalangoda Beach and Balapitiya Beach.

Dammakusala Mawatha
Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa

Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa

5 out of 5
700 Matara Road, Pelana, Weligama
The price is RM672 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
RM672
RM903 total
22 Aug - 23 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Weligama. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (233 reviews)
"This hotel is very luxurious and has amazing people who provide brilliant service. Best hotel in Sri Lanka."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa
Hotel Riu Sri Lanka - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Sri Lanka - All Inclusive

5 out of 5
Ahungalla Beach, Bentota Walallawita Korale, Ahungalla
The price is RM579 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
RM579
RM758 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury property in Ahungalla. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Ahungalla Beach and Balapitiya Beach ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (206 reviews)
"Everything was nice except it was Buddha Purnima and hotel didn’t inform us before that they wouldn’t serve alcohol that day we came to know after the check in"

Reviewed on 12 Jun 2025

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Taj Bentota Resort & Spa

Taj Bentota Resort & Spa

5 out of 5
National Holiday Resort, Bentota
The price is RM634 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
RM634
RM852 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Bentota. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Bentota Beach and Kaluwamodara Bridge ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (187 reviews)
"My family ( 2 Adults , 1 infant , 1 kid ) loved the 5 night / 6 day stay at Taj Bentota for many reasons : - Quality of service was excellent . Sam , Nuwan , Ravindra at the Palms restaurant made sure we felt at home. Room Boy Gagan treated the kids with his artistic work every time he cleaned the ..."

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2025

Taj Bentota Resort & Spa
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The Residence Bentota

The Residence Bentota

3 out of 5
106 Pitaramba Road, Bentota, SP
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Bentota. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Bentota Beach and Kaluwamodara Bridge are located ...
The Residence Bentota
Cozy Sea View Inn

Cozy Sea View Inn

3.5 out of 5
Amarasena Mawatha, Hikkaduwa, SP
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in Hikkaduwa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Hikkaduwa Beach ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (9 reviews)
"Awesome gym, great cafe, excellent value for money."

Reviewed on 22 Jan 2024

Cozy Sea View Inn
Dream Villa

Dream Villa

2.5 out of 5
66, Church Street, Galle Fort, Galle
Book a stay at this beach villa in Galle. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Unawatuna Beach and Galle Lighthouse are located ...
"The hotel has character but it is very basic. Breakfast is not available. There is no restaurant. The wifi mostly did not work. There was a complex device for showers that did not work properly and flooded the bathroom. The towels had seen better days. There was no TV. The room was not serviced in ..."

Reviewed on 3 Jan 2025

Dream Villa
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Popular places to visit

Bentota Beach

Bentota Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Bentota Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Bentota.

Bentota Beach
Unawatuna Beach

Unawatuna Beach

Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Unawatuna Beach, a popular beach in Unawatuna. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Unawatuna Beach
Galle Fort

Galle Fort

Find out about the history of Fort Galle when you take a trip to Galle Fort. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Galle Fort
Jungle Beach

Jungle Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Jungle Beach during your travels in Rumassala?

Jungle Beach
Hiriketiya Beach

Hiriketiya Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Hiriketiya Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Dikwella. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Hiriketiya Beach
Dalawella Beach

Dalawella Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Dalawella Beach during your trip to Unawatuna? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Dalawella Beach
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Ahungalla

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Panadura

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Ahangama

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Piliyandala