Mount Lavinia accommodation from NZ$58

The Dambulla Cave Temple is one of those iconic attractions that you just can't miss. The Bluesky Guest House and Governor's Gangula Dambulla are within a short walk of Dambulla Cave Temple.

The Lavinia Villa and Palm Beach Hotel are close to the Mount Lavinia Beach.

The Reef Villa & Spa is 20 kilometres away from the centre of Mount Lavinia. Another hotel is the Royal Palms Beach Hotel, which is positioned 25 kilometres away. The Citrus Waskaduwa and also the Siddhalepa Ayurveda Health Resort are alternative places to stay in Mount Lavinia.

Everyone knows New Zealanders are pretty chilled, so consider extending your stay and check out the National Art Gallery, University of Colombo and Galle Face Green, in Colombo, 9 kilometres to the north of Mount Lavinia. Some of our recommended Colombo accommodation options are the Monsoon Suites and Best Western Elyon Colombo. Or, you could stay in Beruwela, 45 kilometres to the south of Mount Lavinia, where you can choose from the Lanka Princess Hotel and Centara Ceysands Resort & Spa Sri Lanka. The Beruwela Harbour and Kande Vihare Temple are some of the most popular points of interest to check out when visiting Beruwela.

If watching sport is your thing, make sure you visit Sugathadasa Stadium, which is 12 kilometres to the north of Mount Lavinia. Those wishing to sleep close to the stadium can make a choice from the Kingsbury or the Galadari Hotel.

Bandaranaike International Airport is your gateway to Mount Lavinia. Nearby hotels include the Full Moon Garden Hotel and the Cockpit Hotel.